Staff

Dr. Tucker is the Director of Y Be Fit. After receiving his PhD from Southern Illinois University, he took his first university position at New Mexico State University in 1981. Later, he accepted a position at Auburn University where he taught for five years before coming to BYU in 1988. Dr. Tucker has many years of experience in the health field with his specialty being lifestyle-medicine and health promotion.

Luke is an Exercise Science master’s student. He grew up in Saratoga Springs Utah and served a mission in Mexico City, Mexico. In his free time, he likes to play sports and get outside. Some of his favorite activities are basketball, running, biking, and lifting weights. He enjoys spending time with his family and learning new things. Some of his recent interests are playing the guitar and golf. He hopes to pursue a career as a professor and to be involved in the health and wellness industry.

Sam grew up in South Jordan, Utah. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and is currently working on his master’s degree in Exercise Science. He has experience as a personal trainer and physical therapy technician. He is passionate about sports performance, health improvement, and using exercise as medicine. Sam believes that the small habits and decisions we take every day are what will ultimately help us to hit our health and fitness goals. Outside of work, Sam enjoys participating in sports and reading fantasy novels.

Elsie is from Bountiful, UT and is a junior studying Dietetics. She is passionate about nutrition and how it empowers people to reach their goals while building confidence in their everyday lives. As a runner, she experiences firsthand the impact of nutrition on performance and overall well-being. Beyond her studies, Elsie enjoys skiing, camping, and reading. She is also working toward her goal of visiting every national park. She looks forward to helping others discover how nutrition and wellness can support a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

Kassidy grew up in West Jordan, UT. She is currently a Pre-Nursing student at BYU and is finishing her minor in School of Family Life. Kassidy has a deep love for food, nutrition, and fitness, and enjoys helping others adopt healthier lifestyles. Outside of academics she loves to spend time outside with her friends and family by going hiking, swimming, rappelling, and running.

Makayla is from St. George, UT and is a senior studying Exercise and Wellness. She enjoys learning about physiology, nutrition, stress-management, and exercise. As a health coach she looks forward to using science to set people up for success both physically and mentally. Outside of her studies, she enjoys spending time with others, exploring, singing, drawing, studying Slovak, watching Red Bull stunts on YouTube, and trying new and yummy foods. She believes that a growth mindset is key to success and attainable for anyone. She looks forward to getting to know you and to helping you reach your wellness goals.

Claire grew up in Vancouver, WA. She is studying Exercise and Wellness with a Spanish minor. She has 1.5 years of experience as a certified stretch practitioner and firsthand experience as a client in wellness settings. Claire loves learning about nutrition, fitness, and all aspects of healthy living. She is passionate about helping others learn and apply these principles in their own lives as well. She strongly believes in the value of a good health education and hopes to be a trusted resource in her future career. She enjoys music, sports, trying new foods, going on walks, and reading.

My name is Kennedy, and I am from Parker, Colorado! I am a senior majoring in Exercise and Wellness. I plan to get a master’s degree in occupational therapy after graduation. I love anything that involves the outdoors whether that is through sports, walks, hikes, etc! Some of my favorite ways to get active are playing volleyball, tennis/pickleball, and going for a walk. I also love spending time with family and friends by playing games and watching a movie together. I love helping others and I look forward to the opportunity to help others with their goals to improve their health and wellness!

I grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada. I am currently a senior working towards receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science. I have experience as a personal trainer and phlebotomist. I am passionate about most sports, weight lifting, and improving quality of life through regular physical activity. I believe that learning to love physical activity is essential to and, most importantly, is the funnest way to learn discipline in all aspects of life. Growing up I wrestled, swam, played football, lacrosse, volleyball, and basketball. Now I enjoy lifting weights, paddle boarding and hiking with my wife and two boys.