About
MEET
Team Valeo
We’re pretty much exercise programming and coaching nerds! 🙂 Our Team Core Value is “constantly learn, always improve.” Aside from coaches with undergraduate, Masters and even Doctorate degrees in the Exercise and Health Sciences fields, we have certifications from the top organizations in our industry covering barbell, kettlebell, sandbag, Functional Movement Systems, and Selective Functional Movement Assessment. We are proud to be a place where local coaches from other gyms seek us out for their own training.
Mike Luepke
Co-Owner / Head Coach / Head Program Designer / Disher of Dad Jokes
ABOUT MIKE
Jessica Luepke
Founder & Co-Owner / Obstacle Course Specialist / Coffee Connoisseur / BoyMom
ABOUT JESSICA
Andrew Seppo
Coach / Doctor of Chiropractic / Chief of Optimism / Musician
ABOUT ANDREW
Starting out as a member of Valeo, Andrew knew coaching was in his blood and he joined our team of trainers as part of his pursuit to help people move, heal and feel better.
You’ll find his joyful, friendly spirit welcoming and his extensive background in athletics (football, baseball, rugby and more) and leadership inspiring. Andrew serves on the worship team at Engedi Church, is passionate about any sport (Go, Blue!), all things fitness and movement-related and is a zealous Star Wars fan. When not at the gym or chiro office, you’ll find him serving in the community or exploring the outdoors with Cait and their beloved dog, Brady.
Ashley Plowman
Coach / Master of Human Movement / Chief of High-Fives / Coffee Queen
ABOUT ASHLEY
Her connection to Valeo includes both trainer and member, as she knows the value of coaches having coaches! She’s passionate about helping others find enjoyment in working out and improving their quality of life.
Ashley’s gifts are her adaptability, servant-heart and willingness to work hard while also bringing the fun. When not at Valeo or serving her own business of at-home fitness clients, she’s refinishing furniture or helping renovate her parent’s 1800’s farmhouse!
Jenny Metzger
Administrative Extraordinaire / Member Experience Expert / Creative / Gardener
ABOUT JENNY
Jenny’s kind heart and hard-working attitude lead the way as she heads up our member’s experience and takes care of the details that keep the gym running smoothly.
While not greeting you at the front desk at Valeo, you’ll find Jenny leading worship onstage at Engedi Church (girls’ got lungs!), dreaming up home décor, out in nature with her husband, Matt and their 2 boys (ages 9 & 6), watching 80s movies, or restoring their 1967 vintage camper.
Katie Newcomer
Coach / Athlete / Chief of Encouragement / Explorer
ABOUT KATIE
Katie is originally from the Indianapolis area, a tennis player, is a big sister to three younger siblings, and loves being outdoors. An extensive traveler and adventurer, she hopes to one day visit all of our country‘s National Parks!
Coach Abigail
Coach / Seeker of Knowledge / Chief of Witty Comebacks / Adventurer
ABOUT ABIGAIL
With a background in gymnastics, archery, soccer, and ice skating, Abigail brings the athlete’s mindset of 1% better every day to the coaching floor. She’s an outdoor enthusiast and loves spending time with her family watercolor painting, reading, a wide variety of crafts, and sharing as many dad jokes/puns as possible.
She spent her growing up years in rural Alaska, which contributed to her gift of grit and creating adventures when lack of electricity and cabin fever set in during the long winters. Be sure to ask her about her “Only in Alaska…” stories!
When it comes to functional fitness and coaching, Abigail is passionate about constantly learning and making others feel seen, heard, appreciated, and encouraged.