Hey I’m Hanna Bjerkestrand (not Hanna B. for all you bachelor fanatics).

I graduated from Whitworth University in 2019, I majored in Kinesiology and minored in Psychology and Athletic Coaching.

After graduating I attend Therapeutic Connections School of Massage here in Spokane and now am proudly part of the BTM fam.

Before I found my passion for massage I was a competitive gymnast for ten years and then a high school gymnast. This has lead me to being the head gymnastics coach at Mead High School. These goofy, ambitious, driven gals make me so proud, and I love watching them grow as athletes and as humans. I am also an assistant track and field coach at Mead where I get to hangout with the high jump crew. All the high school athletes I coach are the coolest people you will ever meet.

I am a BIG FAN of cookies, The Office, and dance parties! I love people, I love their stories, and I love helping them live full lives through taking care of their bodies.

Hey I’m Hanna Bjerkestrand (not Hanna B. for all you bachelor fanatics). I graduated from Whitwo... Read More

Brittany is a licensed massage therapist born and raised in Spokane.

She states, “Hi, I’m Brittany Deniston! Born and raised in Spokane, I graduated from Mead HS in ‘04 and then spent about four years traveling overseas working with a nonprofit that specialized in disaster relief aid. Eventually, I found my way home and attended NW Noetic School of Massage and graduated in 2012.

For the last 10 years, I’ve worked almost exclusively within a medical massage framework seeing anyone from oncology to sports rehabilitation to prenatal patients. I’ve always been passionate about people and their stories and massage therapy has given me a unique way to come alongside others and encourage them to live their best lives.

Outside of massage, I still love to travel and explore! I have two dogs (Sookie and Mia) I love probably more than is healthy and I spend a lot of my time with my massive, shockingly loud family.

I’m so excited to join the BTM family and get involved in the community!”

Brittany is a licensed massage therapist born and raised in Spokane. She states, “Hi, I’m Britta... Read More

Dr David Dierdorff: Skier, Runner, Climber, Biker, Mountain Sport Enthusiast. Dr. David is a board certified Doctor of Chiropractic. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science at Montana State University, where he fell in love with skiing, climbing, trail running, and mountaineering. He then went on to receive his doctorate at University of Western States in Portland and became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through NSCA.

He is passionate about helping people regain confidence in their bodies, and believes that every patient has the potential to move well and feel well. Rather than chasing pain, Dr. David strives to focus on what the patient can control: movement patterns, mobility, strength, and nutrition.

When not treating patients or coaching athletes, Dr. David can be found training and playing in the mountains with his wife, Kayla.

Dr David Dierdorff: Skier, Runner, Climber, Biker, Mountain Sport Enthusiast. Dr. David is a boar... Read More

Darrin is part of our full time personal training and small group coaching staff. He comes stacked with enthusiasm, training experience, and unmatched HYPE!

Darrin states, “What’s up y’all! I’m Darrin, but most people know me as “Coach D”. I’m the full time Small Group Coach and Personal Trainer here at BTM. Also, Full time Hype-man, Part time comedian.

I hail from Redmond, WA on the westside of the state. Made my way to the Eastside of the state through a combination of joining the Army Reserves where I’ve served 2 tours of duty in Iraq as an Engineer, and Washington State University, where I played Football and Studied Communications & Business. 

I’ve called Spokane home since 2008 and have been in the Fitness world since then. From being a Personal Trainer, Small Group Coach and Head Trainer for Fitness Studios.

Outside of coaching I love being with my wife and my 2 daughters, where I oversee the Spokane Branch of Dads Against Daughters Dating (DADD)… We love hiking and absorbing this awesome area. We also now own 10 acres so your boi is going country too.

As a Small Group Coach and Personal Coach at BTM, I’m looking forward to our Client Based approach. As a Small Group Coach, developing and delivering programming with focused areas of training for our Clients to have trackable progression and guided coaching. As a Personal coach, really coaching to the clients specificities so there’s a clear path towards THEIR goals!

I’ve been blessed to be apart of the BTM team and the impact we are having in Spokane!”

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Dan Hicks is a native of Philadelphia, PA with a passion for coaching and fitness. After earning his BA in Economics and a minor in Athletic Coaching from Millersville University in 2018, he has spent the last few years working as a coach, helping athletes of all levels achieve their goals. In addition to his coaching experience, Dan is also a CrossFit Level-Two trainer, using his expertise to help clients improve their health and performance. When he’s not coaching, Dan enjoys walking, writing, and training for competition. He is known for his stoic yet fun-loving personality, always ready to help others and bring a positive attitude to everything he does.

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Hey everyone, I am Danielle Kenagy. I am the Sport Psychology Coach at BTM. I was born and raised in good ol Spokane. I graduated from University of Washington with my BA in Psychology and continued on to graduate top of my class with my Masters in Sport Psychology at John F. Kennedy University. I am also a certified personal trainer. I love being active and being with friends and family. If I am not out walking my dog, golfing, or at the lake, I am working hard to help people find their mind to body connection by using Sport Psychology techniques.

Hey everyone, I am Danielle Kenagy. I am the Sport Psychology Coach at BTM. I was born and raised... Read More

Nate is a Board certified Athletic Trainer with Licensure in Washington state. He attended Whitworth University in Spokane, WA where he played baseball and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training. Nate then went on to receive his Master’s of Arts in Higher Education Administration from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. While in Lincoln Nate also worked as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer working with the Cornhuskers baseball team. After completing his Master’s degree Nate moved back to Spokane and has spent the last four years as an Athletic Trainer at Whitworth University working with the football and baseball teams.

With his background in athletics Nate enjoys working with people who are active and eager to maximize their performance in the things they love. Nate is passionate about educating his patients about their bodies, injuries, and strategies to feel good and live life well. When he is not treating patients Nate is hiking, paddle boarding, or adventuring with his wife (Jaclyn) and dog (Maya).

Additional Certifications: Graston Soft Tissue Mobilization, Myofascial Decompression (MFD), American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor.

Nate is a Board certified Athletic Trainer with Licensure in Washington state. He attended Whitwo... Read More

Dr. Justin Liu is a Board Certified Doctor of Chiropractic in the State of Washington. He received his Doctorate at Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, California, and undergraduate education at Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington, where he also participated in baseball.

Dr. Liu opened Built To Move Chiropractic and Sports Rehabilitation in March of 2018 with the goal to change the healthcare in Spokane, and improve the overall health and well-being of the community.

Dr. Liu’s treatment model is based on how well a patient is moving, and treatments catered to the individual to help them reach their goals of sustaining a health and active lifestyle.

Additional Certifications: Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms); Functional Movement Taping (FMT); Graston Soft Tissue Mobilization

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Melissa is a licensed massage therapist born and raised in Spokane.

She states, “I’m Melissa Peplinski, also known as Pep and I’m a Spokanite born and raised. I graduated from Central Valley High School [Go Bears] before attending The University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg Kentucky! I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Human Services. I worked as a counselor, with children struggling with mental illness, then I went back to school and became a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. This ignited a new passion for me to be much more involved in what could be done to help the tiny humans. But, for some reason, that wasn’t enough school. With the support and encouragement from family, friends and even the BTM staff, I went back to school to become a License Massage Therapist. 

Growing up my parents kept us all busy! They had us all outdoors hunting, camping and fishing. They took us on all their adventures with them and supported us through every sport we decided we needed to play! Basketball was my favorite but swimming was the one that stuck. I started out on a club team when I was eight and was able to snag myself a scholarship, which is how I ended up in Kentucky. I met some amazing people, had some great times, and learned so much! 

Nowadays I mostly nap and hangout with my dog, Irie, while rewatching the same shows I’ve seen a million times.

I cannot wait to meet you and am so excited to join the BTM community!”

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Dr. Jalana White is a board certified Doctor of Chiropractic in Washington state.

She attended Whitworth University in Spokane, WA and received her bachelor’s degree in Health Science. While studying at Whitworth, she also played volleyball for the Pirates. After graduating from Whitworth, she moved to San Jose, CA and received her doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, California.

Dr. Jalana has since practiced locally in Spokane and is looking forward to providing continued care to the Spokane community.

Dr. Jalana is passionate about a treatment model that focuses on human movement, pain reduction, and manual therapy treatments catered to each individual. She enjoys assisting patients who are dedicated to their health and fitness in achieving their fullest potential. She also specializes in treatment of TMJ (jaw) disorders.

When Dr. Jalana is not working with patients she enjoys spending time with her husband (Dr. Justin), their daughter (Lily), and two corgis. She is also passionate about volleyball, golf, and Peloton rides.

Additional Certifications: Functional Movement Taping (FMT), Graston Soft Tissue Mobilization.

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