After receiving my Master’s degree from UWM I began training at Fitness Together because I wanted to work hands on with clients. My areas of study included exercise physiology and biomechanics and Fitness Together was an ideal environment for me to apply what I learned to the needs of my clients. I initially received my B.S. in Biology and wanted to work with animals, but after working as a marine mammal intern at the Shedd Aquarium, I realized that I wanted to work as a trainer but not with animals. I have been in the fitness industry for over a decade now and am even more excited and dedicated to helping people improve their overall health and fitness.

in my free time I like to
When I am not training here at Fitness Together, I spend my free time with my daughter, who is a bundle of joy and energy. Additionally, I enjoy working on our house along with my wife. If I am not working, working out, working on the house, or spending time with the family, I am playing video games with my buddies (aka the squad) online.

I grew up as a very active kid who enjoyed playing football, competing in combat sports, and bodybuilding. These passions have followed me throughout my life and helped shape me as a person. I love working out, attending live sporting events, and cooking for family and friends in my free time. I have always looked for ways to make a difference in people's lives, and being a personal trainer provides me with the perfect opportunity to do this. I became a personal trainer because I enjoy helping others achieve their health and fitness goals. With my experience in the field, including specialized training in Parkinson's Disease for fitness professionals and my history as a CBRF certified caregiver, I can provide practical guidance and support tailored to individual needs. My goal is to help people achieve their health objectives and lead healthier lifestyles.

in my free time I like to
Attend sporting events, cook for family and friends, and do bodybuilding.

I grew up in Lake Villa, IL and was a three-sport athlete—baseball, basketball, and soccer. Once I got to college, I started to focus on training for basketball through strength and conditioning as well as speed and agility. That led to two years playing professionally in the Republic of Georgia. After retiring, I transitioned into personal training, driven by my passion for athletic development and helping others improve. What I value most at Fitness Together is building lasting relationships with clientele and sharing my passion for health and wellness. I’ve always been interested in the process of improving myself through physical activity. I became a trainer to help people move with confidence and train in a way that helps people see that exercise is not as intimidating as people think. I believe everyone deserves high-quality coaching that will help them reach their goals.

in my free time I like to
stay active by exploring different hiking trails, enhance my creativity by practicing the ukulele, and continue advancing my own athletic performance through structured training.

All through high school I knew that working at a desk job was not going to be for me; at the time I was coaching gymnastics to younger kids and was trying to find the path that I thought would fit best for me. After reflecting and realizing that I loved helping the kids in the job I was currently at, I knew that Personal Training was the job for me. After finishing my NASM Course I got my first training job, as well as a job in Gym Management, and I knew that I had found my calling. I can not imagine doing anything else for work.

in my free time I like to
Most of my free time is spent doing the things that bring me peace. I often times will write poetry, Reading (Currently a biography of Howard Hughes), or exercising. Over the years I have gotten into combat sports, So if I am not watching two professionals box- you might catch my friends and I boxing in my backyard.