FAQs
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First, make sure I really understand their goals and what they want. It’s the clients goal, not mine- so I need to make sure I understand it. Second, I try to understand their body. I’ll ask about previous injuries, workout history, things that contribute to stress, their nutrition, and I’ll do movement screenings to find imbalances in their body. Then I take great effort to teach my clients why I have them do the things I ask them to do so they’re more likely to understand the process and duplicate it on their own. I don’t view myself as someone who walks clients through workouts, but as someone who teaches clients the proper science of working out so they can eventually work out on their own without me.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I graduated high school a skinny guy. I taught myself how to work out and started modeling. As fitness magazines asked me to write for them, I realized I lacked a lot of knowledge, so I got certified to fill in my gaps. I ended up liking it so much I left my job at the time (senior district manager for Abercrombie & Fitch) and went into the fitness industry full time.
- What types of customers have you worked with?
All types. I’ve worked with run of the mill people who are looking to gain muscle and lose bodyfat and tone up. I’ve worked with special population segments: the elderly, those with diabetes, pregnant women, and countless other special needs clients.