2025 UC Exercise Science Expo

Mary Wineberg, Olympic Gold Medalist/Author/Speaker/Educator/Entrepreneur Winning an Olympic gold medal in Beijing, China with the 2008 U.S. Women’s Track and Field team in the 4 x 400-meter relay was the culmination of years of extraordinary challenges, dedication and accomplishments for Mary Wineberg. Once an Olympian, Always an Olympian, Never Former, Never Past. That triumph opened the way for her new calling as a passionate champion in education, advocate for literacy and physical movement, personal motivator, founder of Secure Your Gold, and an enthusiastic leader. Her story of overcoming tremendous hardships and long odds early in life to reach the pinnacle in her sport has connected thousands through her public speaking and community engagements. Mary serves on several boards and is active in many organizations. Mary taught 2nd grade for over 10 years, enjoyed the profession and when she left the field, she knew she would stay involved, thus starting RISE UP and MOVE initiatives within her business. Mary has published two books, one an autobiography called “Unwavering Perseverance an Olympic Gold Medalist Finds Peace”, and her recent children’s book “I Didn’t Win.” Mary resides in Cincinnati, Ohio with her husband and two daughters. She hopes to leave all feeling inspired and knowing that no matter what, you can Overcome Challenges and Secure Your Gold!

Dr. Sanders is a research professor within the University of Cincinnati's Exercise Science program. His research involves areas within sports science and human performance, focused on wearable technology, daily workloads, and fatigue in athletes. He also serves at the director of UC's Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science Program. 

Patrick is a Cincinnati native who started out his athletic career at Hamilton Badin High School. He was awarded the number two quarterback ranking in the state, locking in the number ten spot in the country, which opened many doors on the next level. decided to stay home and attended the University Of Cincinnati playing Quarterback and winning two Big East Championships. Due to a coaching and position change, he transferred. was plagued with a number of injuries which included another serious concussion that would end up being the final factor in his decision to close out his football career. 

After realizing he could no longer play the game he loved, immediately started helping players of all levels reach their fullest potential. This is where Black Sheep Performance came to life. While injuries did play a big role in ending his career, he noticed that what he did off the field played just as big of a role as what he did on it.

AFAA Certified Personal Trainer

AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor

BODYSHRED Certified

WNBF Ms. Fitbody Pro Card

Gym Owner

Kayla Pasquale is a registered dietitian and certified Pilates instructor currently working in clinical practice at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and as adjunct faculty at the University of Cincinnati. Kayla is also the co-owner of Southside Strength Co. in Covington, KY with her husband, John.

She has success as an independent business owner with a demonstrated history of providing sought-after one-on-one counseling, PR and media work, corporate work-site wellness, and various community presentations and events. Skilled in personal counseling, recipe and meal plan development, social media, and branding, she has a strong presence and influence in the Cincinnati wellness industry. 

Kyle is now onto his second location and continuing to grow each and every day.

He completed his senior internship with Redline Athletics in West Chester and worked for various different gyms until he landed in Cleveland and saw an opportunity to 'take the leap' and open his first studio location! Kyle is now 4 years into successful business ownership is getting ready to launch his second location February of 2025. 

AFAA Certified Personal Trainer

AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor

BODYSHRED Certified

WNBF Ms. Fitbody Pro Card

Gym Owner