Meet Our Team in Purcellville
Dr. Alina Dawson, CEO and Owner of Full Distance
I am Dr. Alina Dawson, owner & CEO of Full Distance, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Geriatric Clinical Specialist, LSVT-BIG Certified, and Registered Yoga Teacher. After being a lifetime fitness guru, playing Division II college basketball and tennis, finishing 18 marathons, finishing three full-distance triathlons, and raising three children, I gained a unique view of how fitness & wellness intertwine.
In 2016, I started my own business, Dr. Alina LLC. Over the past six years, I have changed my self-perception and my view of the world around me. I have learned to accept the good and bad in life and strive to handle whatever comes my way. Having a spiritual awakening or transformation is unique to each person. My transformation brought me back to finish what I had started in 2016.
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, testing my faith, I rebranded Dr. Alina, LLC, to DBA Full Distance. I took the experience from advocating for integrating personal training and group fitness classes with physical therapy for over 22 years and educating clients, family, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals on how much exercise equates to how healthy you live. I applied all of that experience when evolving Full Distance.
I have built a beautiful practice with a strong foundation. I am still discovering new ways for Full Distance to become an advanced holistic solution for all to learn to live an active, purposeful, and serene life.
Chuck Owens, Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
Chuck is a dedicated personal trainer and instructor at Full Distance, teaching a variety of classes including BodyPump, Circuit Training, Cardio Kickboxing, Low-Impact Strength & Balance, Full Body Stretch, Gait, Strength & Balance, and Chair Core Exercises. With a strong background in fitness, Chuck brings a unique approach to his classes, blending tough, intensive workouts with physical therapy principles. He believes in making classes fun and engaging. Chuck has been a Personal Trainer since 2017 and a Fitness Instructor since 2018, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science and an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy.
Stacey Tilford, Nutrition Coach
Stacey, a certified Nutrition Coach by AFAA/NASM, boasts over 25 years of expertise in Fitness Instruction and Nutritional Coaching. With a focus on assisting clients in achieving weight maintenance and fostering a positive relationship with food, Stacey is dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey toward a healthier lifestyle. Whether your goal is weight loss or simply enhancing your dietary habits, consulting with a seasoned professional like Stacey can help you learn to make healthier food choices and understand their impact on your body and overall well-being.
Ashleigh Stevens, MOTR/L
Ashleigh Stevens, MOTR/L is a licensed occupational therapist of 14 years who joined the Full Distance team in April 2019. As an OT, Ashleigh strives to assist each & every client in reaching their maximum potential through functional problem solving, compassionate collaboration, and adaptation to greatly enhance their independence & overall quality of life! Ashleigh is a Northern Virginia native who currently resides in Leesburg and enjoys spending quality time with family & friends, practicing Yin Yoga, baking, and has aspirations to travel the world.
Mark Anaya, Office Manager & Billing Specialist
Meet Mark Anaya, our Office Manager and Billing Specialist! With 8 years of experience working in physical therapy clinics, Mark expertly manages our office and handles billing with precision. Born and raised in California, he's a sports enthusiast with a love for soccer and mixed martial arts. As a former Muay Thai competitor and current kickboxing coach, Mark brings discipline and dedication to everything he does. His mission is to help people and strengthen our community.
Hannah MacMillan, Personal Trainer
Hannah is a passionate personal fitness trainer dedicated to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds develop a positive and consistent relationship with exercise. Believing strongly that "we are made to move," Hannah has always found exercise to be a central and sustaining force in her life, fostering growth not only physically, but also mentally and socially. Over the past three and a half years, she has particularly enjoyed assisting those who might otherwise struggle to exercise safely and productively, finding ways to work around limitations and post-rehab injuries. Hannah specializes in pain-free performance, functional fitness, and cardiovascular/high-intensity interval training, empowering her clients to achieve their fitness goals with confidence.
