ISSA Certified Personal Trainer 2003
NFPT Certified Master Trainer 2008
Advanced Sports Nutrition Specialist NFPT
Advanced Weight Training Specialist NFPT
Advanced Endurance Training Specialist NFPT
Biography and F.A.Q.'s
I started personal training in 2002 for a number of reasons. I grew up in the 70’s with asthma and was told not to exercise. As a result I grew up sickly, weak and generally unhappy. At age 15, against the advice of everyone, I started my own exercise program to pursue my dream of making the high school football team. From there I was hooked. Since then I have read hundreds of books and magazines, attended seminars, asked questions and experimented with various programs to find out what truly works and what doesn’t.
I started personal training in 2002 for a number of reasons. One reason is that I want to share what I have learned in the 25 plus years since I picked up that first weight. I truly believe most diets and exercise programs are designed for you to fail. Since 95% of them do ultimately fail, I think I am justified in talking about this.
Personal training is unique in that you are the ultimate proof if my training works or not. My job is to make your life better by helping you achieve your fitness goal, whatever that may be. I need to make it effective so you can see quick results. I also need to make it fun and enjoyable so you can keep this lifestyle up.
Questions:
Why did you choose to become a personal trainer?
How am I different from other Personal trainers?
There are 1,001 ways to reach any fitness goal.My specialty is creating custom programs based on what you like to do. My theory with exercise and nutrition is if you don't like doing it, then it is not a long-term solution. If you are new to fitness, we will try a bunch of different things until you find your niche.
Also, I don't know of too many trainers who write articles, publish a blog and have an E-Training website.
What is my biggest Challenge in Training Clients?
I have found that most clients get their knowledge of exercise and nutrition from commercials and infomercials. When I tell you that 90% of what you know about working out is wrong, you will probably be a little skeptical. All I ask is that you suspend your beliefs for a while.
How do I deal with clients who aren't serious?
If you are not serious about reaching your goals, please do not pick me as your trainer.
What is the most important component to personal training that I advocate to clients?
Communication. I know making changes in your lifestyle are hard and I am on your side. If there are any issues I am not addressing, I want you to tell me. My business is based on referrals and you are my walking billboard. I can't succeed if you don't succeed and I will give you all the tools to meet your goal.
What are my strengths as a trainer? Weaknesses?
My strength is that I can create fun, functional programs for you regardless of your level of fitness, experience, amount of time or type of equipment you have. My weakness may be that sometimes I feel I want my clients to achieve their goals more than they do.
What do I think of the ever popular "Atkins Diet"?
If that is your thing, I will work with you on it. In general, all diets work if you can stay on it. In general, all diets fail because you are forced to make too big of a change in your eating habits. I prefer to look at the way you like to eat and make a few tweaks here and there.
What "Question" do I come across with most clients?
"How Can I fit exercise into my crazy lifestyle?"
Who is my favorite Fitness author?
J.C. Santana. He has taught me how to train anyone, anywhere with a minimum of equipment. J.C. has also taught me how to make effective training programs that will target flexibility, balance, toning and cardio in under 30 minutes.
Who has been your greatest success story?
My kids are my greatest success story. My son ( 8 ) and my daughter ( 10) were both born premature. Since they were born, I have worked with them using the same training methods I use for myself and my clients. They have both become absolutely amazing athletes.
What is your advice for clients first stating a fitness program?
1. Find a trainer who will listen to what you want to accomplish.
2. Get an exercise and nutrition program you can realistically follow for the long term.
3. Commit to it 100%.
What type of training do you prefer, one-on-one or group? Why?
Whatever gets you to your goal is the method I prefer. I am very competitive, which is a nice way of saying I like to winning. Winning in Personal Training, to me, means making sure you reach your goals.
What are my personal goals for the future?
Personal training is my passion and I am fortunate that I can earn a living doing it full-time. That means I can concentrate on training a small select number of clients and keep the level of quality high. In the future I want to stay on the cutting edge both for myself and my clients.
I also want to make this website and blog a comprehensive research center for anyone who wants to get back in shape, lose fat and be healthy. Please take advantage of this site. There is a ton of free stuff and access to some of the best fitness information on the web.
