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About Marcelly

I’m a personal trainer and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu athlete based in NYC. My background in both strength training and martial arts shapes the way I coach, I care just as much about how your body moves as how it looks. I believe strong bodies are built through good mechanics, smart programming, and consistency, not burnout.

A typical session with me blends strength, mobility, and athletic style training so you leave feeling challenged but also better in your body. Whether we’re lifting heavy, working on glutes and shoulders, improving posture, or building conditioning, I always prioritize technique, joint health, and long term progress.

I’ve worked with a wide range of clients, from beginners who are just learning how to move and lift, to busy professionals, kids, and competitive athletes including bodybuilders and jiu jitsu practitioners. I love helping people who want to feel strong, confident, and capable in their everyday life, not just in the gym.

I became a trainer because training changed my life. Through lifting and jiu jitsu I learned discipline, resilience, and self trust, and I now help my clients build those same qualities in themselves. My goal is not just to get you results, but to teach you how to move, train, and take care of your body in a way that lasts.


Areas of Expertise

  • Core and Balance
  • Strength Training
  • Weight Loss
  • Flexibility and Mobility
  • Muscular Definition
  • Muscle Gain
  • Posture
  • Kettlebells
  • TRX
  • Functional Training
  • Sports Performance Training
  • Cardiovascular Conditioning
  • Injury Prevention
  • Stress Reduction
  • Wellness
  • Corrective Exercise

NCCA Accredited Certifications

NASM Certified Personal Trainer

Additional Certifications

Precision Nutrition Level 1, CPR/AED

Who I Especially Like Working With

Actors, Beginners, Bodybuilders, Brides-to-be, LGBTQIA, Men, Middle-aged, Models, Overweight/ Obese, Peri/Post-menopausal, Post-rehab, Pre/post-natal, Runners, Seniors, Student-athletes, Women

Medical Conditions Experience

ADHD, Ankle Injury, Anxiety, Arthritis, Autoimmune Diseases, Back Pain/Issues, Bad Posture, Bone/Joint Injury, Brain Trauma, Depression, Diastasis Recti, Eating Disorders, Hip Pain/Issues, Knee Pain/Issues, Limited Mobility, Lower Body Pain/Issues, Menopause, Neck Pain, Osteoporosis, Plantar fasciitis, Pregnancy, Rotator Cuff Issues, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Shoulder Issues, Stress, Tennis Elbow

Additional Languages Spoken

Portuguese

1 E 28th St

New York, NY 10016

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