DESIGNED TO BE DIFFERENT
Much like Amazon, Apple, and Disney, the idea for Charged was born in a basement. Owner and founder Brandon Puterbaugh started his journey as a certified personal trainer while he was a US Marine deployed in Afghanistan. When he returned home, he began a career as an exercise physiologist in a local hospital working with stroke, spinal cord injury, TBI, cardiac, pulmonary, burn, and orthopedic patients. Through this work, he realized he had to do more to help people move and feel better. The spark had been lit.
Charged is designed to be different. We’re a full-service fitness and recovery center, with the goal of helping people get more out of life. We’re about getting to the root cause, creating a custom plan, and guiding you along the way. All in a friendly, welcoming environment.
Our approach uses advanced technology and techniques to diagnose neurological and neuromuscular conditions. This helps improve the mind-body connection, enhance athletic performance, alleviate pain, rehabilitate injuries, and promote overall mental and physical relaxation. Whatever your body needs, you'll find it at Charged.
Charged is proud to be veteran-owned and operated.
Founder & President
Brandon Puterbaugh, MS
Brandon became a certified personal trainer in Fitness Training, Sports Nutrition, and Exercise Therapy while deployed in Afghanistan as a Marine. After being honorably discharged in 2015, he earned his BA and MS in Exercise Physiology. Brandon's continued education certifications include USAPL coach, Interactive Neuromuscular Rehab, Interactive Neuromuscular Performance, RPR Level 1, RPR Level 2.
Brandon enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, son, and dog. He enjoys reading scripture, hockey, softball, snowboarding, scuba diving, and getting as close to Jesus Christ as possible. He has paused working on his Doctorate, researching how neuromuscular adaptations affect the rest of the body's health, to focus on building up the Charged Team and our clients.
EDUCATION
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PhD, Kinesiology (in process)
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MS, Clinical Exercise Physiology
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BA, Exercise Science
CERTIFICATIONS
Neuromuscular Performance 1, Neuromuscular Rehab 1, USAPL, Exercise Therapy, Exercise Nutrition, CPT, RPR 1, RPR 2
Performance & Rehab Specialist
Lucky Phousirith, BS
Lucky's coaching career started when a former coach reached out and asked if he would start coaching a pole vaulting team. Lucky hasn't stopped coaching since. He says his passion for coaching comes from seeing the progress his clients make and watching them gain confidence in themselves and their training.
Lucky holds certifications in Neuromuscular Rehabilitation & Neuromuscular Performance and is a published co-author with Brandon on a research study they published. In his free time, you will find him with a giant bowl of pho in his hands and hanging out with his fiancé and daughter.
EDUCATION
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BS, Exercise Science
CERTIFICATIONS
Neuromuscular Performance 1, Neuromuscular
Rehab 1, USAW, RPR
Performance & Rehab Specialist
Quinton Gilligan, BS
Quinton's journey into coaching began with a deep-rooted passion for rugby and a desire to share his knowledge and experience with aspiring athletes. His commitment to nurturing talent and building cohesive teams has made him a respected figure in the sports community. Quinton believes that success in sports comes from a combination of hard work, strategic planning, and fostering a supportive environment for athletes to thrive.
Quinton holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and has extensive experience in strength training and athletic development. His coaching career spans various roles, from head coach to strength and conditioning specialist, where he emphasizes injury prevention and performance enhancement. Outside of coaching, Quinton can be found enjoying the outdoors or honing his own athletic skills.
EDUCATION
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BS, Exercise Science
CERTIFICATIONS
ACE CPT, Triphasic Sport-Specific Coach Certification, USA Rugby L100, RPR 1 & 2, Neuromuscular Performance 1, Neuromuscular
Rehab 1
Performance & Rehab Specialist
Aubry Weyerstrass, BS
Aubry began her coaching journey in 2018, leading recreational gymnastics classes and quickly discovered her passion for helping athletes move better, feel stronger, and perform at their best. She went on to earn my Bachelor of Science in Pre-Physical Therapy while competing as a Division I pole vaulter at McNeese State University. After college, she continued to grow as a coach, leading the pole vault program at Iowa Central Community College, where she focused on strength development, injury prevention, and technique optimization. When she’s not in the gym, you can find her coaching the Woodbury High School gymnastics team, playing rugby, or training for an ultramarathon.
EDUCATION
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BS, Exercise Science
CERTIFICATIONS
NASM CPT, RPR 1 & 2, Neuromuscular Performance 1