What is BodyBasics?
BodyBasics is a private, professional, and friendly health and fitness studio located in Northwest Tucson. Since April 2000, we have improved the lives of thousands of individuals just like you.
Our mission is to empower our clients to realize their innate abilities by providing an environment that nurtures, educates, and inspires them.
We promise:
- To treat you as a unique individual, scaling all exercise programs to a level that is safe, appropriate and affordable.
- To make your time with us effective, efficient, and enjoyable.
- To act professionally by providing the best in customer service from the start of your first session.
At BodyBasics, there is no minimum purchase or long term contract required. You can choose one or a combination of our services.
Our Approach Is Unique
At BodyBasics, we focus on movement, instead of individual muscles. The result is a balanced body that is more prepared to withstand the stresses of daily life that are the root of most aches and pains—sitting at a computer, doing various tasks around the house and/or office, poor body mechanics, and inactivity. Results of this holistic focus will be an individual who looks great, feels great, and moves great!
How We Work
We begin with an overall assessment that provides us with valuable information about your current state. This data includes measures such as your present ratio of lean mass to fat mass, your VO2 max, various flexibility and mobility scores, and a well-rounded snapshot of your body’s levels of strength. We then analyze the results to determine the most appropriate place to start your fitness program.
The BodyBasics team consists of degreed and certified male and female Fitness Coaches. Based on your specific goals and the results of your initial assessment, we will design a program to help you achieve your health and fitness goals, including fitness training, nutrition and rehabilitation, if needed.
Meet the Staff
Christopher (Chris) Litten
B.S. Business Marketing
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
BodyBasics founder and Fitness Coach, Chris Litten, has a B.S. in Business Marketing from the University of Phoenix and is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as both a personal trainer and as a strength and conditioning specialist. Chris is one of seven registered Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists and one of five registered Certified Personal Trainers in Tucson. He has been working as a professional fitness coach since 1995 and has been a part of healthy change to countless people. Chris takes an intellectual approach to fitness and combines traditional and non-traditional exercise designed to produce results.
When he’s not educating and inspiring others toward positive change, Chris enjoys spending time at home with his wife, Kristine, and two beautiful children who inspire him every day to be a better person.
Jenny Kerbs
B.S. Health and Fitness
ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
Jennifer (Jenny) Kerbs graduated from Baylor University in Waco, Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Fitness and holds a Health Fitness Instructor (HFI) certification from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). She is one of seven registered Health Fitness Instructors in Tucson. Jenny emphasizes life balance in her training, understanding that there are many aspects of a person’s life that affect his/her health and well-being.
Outside of training, Jenny enjoys outdoor activities, spending time with friends, the Desert Sharks Parrothead Club, and quality time with her husband, Captain Jason Kerbs, of the U.S. Air Force.
Kathleen Kordich
ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
AFAA & ACE
Certified Yoga Instructor RYT 500
Kathleen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin. She is certified as a Health/Fitness Instructor by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and is certified as a personal trainer by the Aerobics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Kathleen is one of seven registered Health Fitness Instructors in Tucson. In addition, Kathleen is a former Ms. Mid-America bodybuilding champion and is an “Initiate” in the Himalayan Yoga Meditation Tradition. She is a multi-certified Yoga instructor with an RYT-500 designation, one of a handful of Yoga instructors in Tucson with this level of training. Kathleen is an adjunct faculty member at Pima Community College, West Campus, where she teaches Yoga.
When not helping others in their quest for fitness, Kathleen enjoys continuing her education, yoga retreats, and relaxing and exercising with her husband, John, who is also a fitness professional.
Studio Location
BodyBasics is located in Northwest Tucson at 7355 North Oracle Road, Suite 111, just north of the intersection of Oracle and Ina Roads. We’re in the southeast corner of the Family Life Communications Building. Convenient parking is located in front of our studio.
For driving directions give us a call.
Hours of Operation
- Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 6 am – 7 pm
- Tuesday & Thursday: 7 am – 5 pm
- Saturday: 7 am – 1 pm
- Sunday: Off with family