I'm a dedicated Master Trainer with a decade of experience helping professionals improve their physical well-being. My focus is on enhancing your movement, appearance, and overall vitality in your daily life. Often, feelings of fatigue and lethargy stem from inadequate daily movement. I use a combination of calisthenics, strength training, breathing techniques, and both static and dynamic stretching to address this issue. When executed properly, this approach not only refines your movement quality but also boosts your metabolism through strength training, resulting in increased energy levels, reduced discomfort, and better body composition. My philosophy centers around the essential connection between a strong body and a resilient mind. Consistency is key to success, and finding the right approach that suits your individuality is crucial. Our initial session will involve a thorough consultation and a brief workout, allowing me to tailor recommendations and create a personalized starting point for our journey together. Recently, I made the decision to transition from running my personal training business in New York City to embracing a more active lifestyle in sunny San Diego with my girlfriend. While I enjoy Olympic weightlifting, I also practice a multitude of disciplines. Lately, I've been immersed in the world of surfing. I'm also an avid traveler who enjoys seeking new experiences and challenges. If you want to create a proper foundation for strength and endurance and improve your quality of life, then I am the right trainer for you. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and helping you crush all of your goals!

My favorite client story

I had a 51 year old client that initially started out working with me just for stretching. He actually had another personal trainer that he worked with for his actual workouts and he would meet with me once per week to stretch. At some point there was an occasion where he couldn't meet with his trainer for their workouts so he had me step and in and train him. As we were going through the first workout we dived in a little deeper about why he is working out and what my philosophies are. He enjoyed it so much he started training with me 4 times per week in addition to the 1 stretching day each week.

This client had a bit of weight to lose, but by no means would be considered obese. I laid out 12-week program for him including his nutrition plan. and the type of results he could expect within that time frame. Every 4-5 weeks we would check-in with re-assessments and he was always ahead of what even I expected. By the end of the 12-week program he lost 22 pounds, while gaining muscle and improving his energy levels. All of this led to increased confidence and improved productivity levels within his own business. This client trained with me for 4 years up until I moved to the West Coast. The relationship and bond we formed as a client/trainer morphed into a friendship and a mentorship for us both. I would advise him on health and wellness, he would advise me on business. And both of us would advise each other on personal matters.

I share this particular story and experience because it is one, inspiring, but two it demonstrates the "Personal" side of personal training. This is a relationship that needs to be built and nurtured in order for you as a client to have success. I need to be bought in to you as a client, just as you need to be bought in to me as a trainer in order to hold you accountable to the degree that is necessary to achieve success.

My favorite exercise

Strength Training. Specifically Compound Movements. Squats, Deadlifts, Bench Press, Pull-Ups, Rows etc. These don't necessarily have to be performed with barbells or even dumbbells. But I just love the movement patterns.

My favorite quote

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time. – Thomas A. Edison

My training philosophy

Everybody is different and requires their own unique approach to fitness. The most effective approach is the one that gets you to stick to it consistently over the long-term.

I believe everyone needs some sort of strength training in their life as research shows it improves longevity. Within the realm of strength training I focus on 7 movement patterns: Squat, Upper Body Push, Upper Body Pull, Hinge, Locomotion, and Rotation/Anti-Rotation. Additionally, within these patterns I love using both unilateral and bilateral variations as well as all 3 planes of motion (Sagittal, Frontal, and Transverse).

When implementing strength training it is important to utilize full range of motion. Not only will this help maximize strength gain, but it will help improve with flexibility and mobility.

Lastly, I believe in training the bodies' 3 energy systems (Creatine Phosphate pathway, Glycolytic pathway, and the Aerobic Energy system). We use 3 different methods to create energy to perform different types of exercise. CP = high intensity/ short duration, Glycolytic = high to medium intensity 30 - 60 seconds in duration generally, Aerobic = long duration/endurance.

By taking this type of approach we can accomplish quite a number of things.
1. Strength training improves muscle volume
2. Increased muscle volume improves resting metabolism = higher number of calories burned throughout the day.
3. Incorporating all of the above movement patterns and planes of motion we can reflect the natural movement that we should be utilizing in our day to day life.
4. Mimicking these patterns allows us to be stronger, more flexible, and most importantly reduce the risk of injury during those movements or in those positions.
5. By training the 3 energy systems effectively we can accomplish a few tasks: increase calorie burn both within the workout, but also after via what is known as Excess-Post Oxygen Consumption, improve our ability to recover within the workout by getting better at processing oxygen, and improve our ability to recover from each workout by improving cardiac function.

All of this leads us to feeling and looking better, while being the healthiest versions of ourselves.

My training experience

10+ years of experience guiding dedicated professionals to lose weight, get stronger, healthier, and feel better. I have also managed and helped guide some of the top young trainers in the industry through their own careers.