Meet the Staff

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 strength and conditioning specialist. Chris is also a certified TRX Suspension Trainer, Precision Nutrition Level 2 Coach as well as a certified Functional Aging Specialist. He has been working as a professional fitness coach since December of 1994 and has been a part of healthy change to countless people. Chris takes an intellectual approach to fitness and combines his various skill sets with the wants and desires of his clients to produce incredible outcomes.

When he’s not educating and inspiring others toward positive change, Chris enjoys spending time at home with his wife, Kristine, and his faithful furry family member Tubby.

Kristian, a Tucson native and lifelong fan of staying active, was first introduced to sports as a kid—primarily through baseball, which taught him the importance of being both fast and patient (a useful skill when dealing with clients who “love” burpees).  After graduating from Canyon Del Oro High School, he set off to the University of Arizona with medical school in mind. But after a year, he had a revelation: he wanted to heal people before they ended up in a hospital. So, he took a detour to Pima Community College’s Fitness Professional program, and the rest is history.

Certified since 2014, Kristian has earned a solid lineup of credentials in personal training, functional movement, pain-free performance, functional range conditioning, and blood flow restriction. He’s passionate about getting his clients moving better, feeling stronger, and, occasionally, loving leg day.

When he’s not in the gym, Kristian stays active by hiking, playing sports, and spending time with friends, family, and his dog, who, as it turns out, is very resistant to any form of cardio.

Amanda spent much of her childhood in the beautiful Old Pueblo, where she developed a deep love for the arts as an aspiring musician and artist. Originally a visual and performing arts major, Amanda found her true calling in fitness while preparing for an all-natural bodybuilding competition.

She knows firsthand the transformative power of physical activity, not only in building strength and resilience but also in improving mental well-being. As someone who has navigated anxiety, Amanda understands how intimidating starting a fitness journey can feel, and she’s dedicated to helping others feel empowered and supported every step of the way. Her mission is to share her experience and knowledge, inspiring others to feel strong—inside and out.

Amanda gives thanks to God for blessing her with the opportunity to grow as a coach and mentor at BodyBasics, where she’s committed to making a positive impact in others’ lives.

Outside the gym, you’ll find Amanda spending time with her dogs, exploring the outdoors, discovering new music, or pursuing her love of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and yoga.

Vadim’s story begins in the former Soviet Union, where he was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, before his family made the big move to Tucson, Arizona when he was just 3 years old. He graduated from Catalina Foothills High School and later earned a degree in Liberal Arts with a focus in Administration of Justice from Pima Community College. But while his studies were impressive, Vadim was also racking up accomplishments in sports—football, volleyball, and even deadlifting an eye-popping 610 pounds in a powerlifting competition at just 16!

Then life threw him a bit of a curveball. By age 30, Vadim had packed on over 50 pounds and knew it was time for a serious reset. His response? He didn’t just hit the gym; he developed a full-blown obsession with health, fitness, and nutrition. In four months, he shed that 50 pounds by ditching processed foods, filling his plate with whole foods, and sticking to a daily exercise routine. From then on, he became a health and fitness machine—whether it’s running, hiking, biking, or lifting weights, Vadim is always on the move.

Inspired by the impact his transformation had on others, Vadim decided to make fitness his career. He earned certifications as a Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Coach, with a passion for helping others live their healthiest lives. Outside of training, Vadim’s an adventure-seeker—hiking, biking, going to concerts, trying new food, and, of course, working out. Because for Vadim, living well isn’t just a job; it’s an all-day, every-day mission (and he’s having a blast along the way).

Sam grew up in Indo, California.  She moved to Tucson in 2020 and started working as a personal trainer at BodyBasics Health and Fitness.  Sam’s parents taught her the importance of eating healthy and being active.  This sparked her desire to become a personal trainer where she can combine her passion for helping people and her interest in anatomy and physiology.

When she is not training, she enjoys playing video games, drawing, reading and watching movies.

Sarahi was born and raised here in Tucson, Arizona. She got into personal training due to her love of working out.  She wants to help make a real impact on people’s lives through personal training.

When she is not training, she enjoys baking, reading and going on walks with her puppy, Toddy.