1. Caitlin Benbow
5720 Schroeder Drive, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 · (715) 451-1713 · benbow.caitlin@gmail.com
Education
Carroll University, Waukesha,WI May 2016
Master of Science – Exercise Physiology
Emphasis: Clinical Exercise Physiology
University of Wisconsin La Crosse, La Crosse,WI May 2013
Bachelor of Science – Exercise and Sports Science
Minor – Nutrition
Relevant Courses
Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription Pharmacology
Advanced Exercise Physiology Electrocardiography
Exercise in the Prevention and Rehab of Chronic Diseases and Disabilities Pathophysiology
Clinical Practice in Exercise Physiology Concepts in Functional Rehabilitation
Clinical Experience
Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Intern – WRMC, Watertown, WI September 2015-December 2015
 Instructed cardiopulmonary patient education classes twice a week for 10 weeks
 Created individualized treatment plans for 8 cardiac patients and 3 pulmonary patients
 Performed 5 submaximal treadmill tests on incoming cardiac rehab patients
 Completed 11 intake and 6 discharge 6 minute walk tests
Exercise Physiology Intern – Gundersen Health Systems, La Crosse,WI May 2015-August 2015
 Instructed 8 patient education sessions encompassing nutrition and physical activity
 Monitored patients during phase II cardiac rehabilitation sessions
 Performed graded exercise tests on incoming cardiac rehab patients
 Worked with one stroke and one myotonic dystrophy patient 3 times a week for 6 weeks
Practicum Experience
Personal Trainer – SWC YMCA, Wisconsin Rapids, WI June 2014-August 2014
 Designed individualized exercise programs for orthopedic populations such as
low back pain and scoliosis
 Educated clients on proper form and technique with free weights and cable machines to prevent injury
 Partnered with clients to meet their performance goals of improving activities of daily living
Health and Wellness Coach – SWC YMCA, Port Edwards, WI May 2013-August 2014
 Instructed 8 adolescents per month, ages 10-14, on proper lifting technique
through personalized sessions
 Generated biweekly healthy recipes for members to incorporate into
weekly meal planning
 Built relationships and rapport with members through customer service and communication
Related Experience
Graduate Thesis September 2015-May 2016
 Researched and co-wrote scientific paper
 Performed 16 resting 12-lead ECG
 Analyzed data utilizing and Bland-Altman plots and Pearson correlations
Graduate Teacher’s Assistant January 2016-May 2016
 Instructed 2 exercise physiology labs for 12 weeks
 Trained 6 first year graduate students in symptom-limited treadmill graded
Exercise tests, cholesterol screening, and musculoskeletal testing that includes
1-RM, YMCA bench press,30 second chair sit to stand, and 30 second arm curl

2. Preceptor for Walk-In Wellness Clinic January 2016-April 2016
 Supervised 6 first year graduate students twice a week for 8 weeks
 Managed wellness stations that included health screening, body composition,
and musculoskeletal and aerobic testing
Undergraduate Teacher’s Assistant January 2013-May 2013
 Aided sophomore and junior biology students during human anatomy lab
 Tutored 4 human anatomy students
LiveStrong Mentor – SWC YMCA, Port Edwards, WI January 2014-August 2014
 Individualized cardiovascular and resistance training programs for the
participants according to their goals
 Addressed dietary concerns and meal preparation through a dietary recall
Marshfield Orthopedic Center, Wisconsin Rapids, WI June 2013-February 2014
 Volunteered biweekly to help a physical therapist with patients who have
range of motion limitations
 Collaborated with a physical therapist to construct exercises and stretches for
patients with knee and shoulder rehabilitation
 Screened clients for functional impairment through range of motion
and strength testing using a dynamometer
Roberts and Associates Physical Therapy, Wisconsin Rapids, WI June 2012-December 2013
 Guided clients with arthritis and musculoskeletal injuries through
rehabilitative aquatic exercises
 Assisted patients with stretching and ice massages at the end of their sessions
Clinical Observations
Stress Testing October 2014-November 2015
 Observed 25 graded exercise and nuclear tests at Riverview Hospital, Waukesha Memorial Hospital,
Gundersen Health Systems, and Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
Catheterizations
 Observed 15 cardiac catheterizations and 3 peripheral catheterizations between
Gundersen and Watertown Regional Medical Center
Open Heart Surgery
 Observed 1 quadruple coronary artery bypass graft and transcatheter aortic valve replacement
at Gundersen
Certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) November 2014
National Strength and Conditioning Association – Certified Personal Trainer December 2014
BLS for the Healthcare Provider (CPR/AED) December 2014
Organizations and Clubs
Wisconsin Society for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Health and Rehabilitation September 2015
Midwest Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine November 2014
Clinical Exercise Physiology Association December 2015
UWL Physical Therapy Club September 2010-May 2013
UWL Nutrition Club September 2010-May 2013
Community Involvement
YMCA Triathlon Group Coordinator June 2013-June 2014
Youth Basketball Coach June 2013-December 2013
Skills
Daxko, Epic, ScottCare, Meditech, SPSS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint