Background
I am originally from Grand Blanc, Michigan where I grew up primarily with my mother and sister and attended Grand Blanc High School. While in high school I developed a passion for exercise and that passion quickly grew into spreading my knowledge to the world. I developed a high level of mental fortitude and determination during this time and with how interested I was in the details of exercise I came to the realization that I wanted to impact as many lives as possible. During a school tour to Central Michigan University, I found out about an exercise science program that was my opportunity to build my passion into my career and ultimately the rest of my life. The Student Activity Center provides me a great opportunity to hone my skills and master my craft at a young age and gives me the upper hand over other amateur trainers in the industry.
Education/Certifications
2024-2026
Central Michigan University
Exercise Physiology Master's Program where I will study under an incredible group of professors and truly take my knowledge of exercise and human performance to the next level.
2020-2024
Central Michigan University
Exercise Science undergraduate program where I developed my foundational knowledge of exercise science from basic anatomy and physiology to every intricate detail, consideration, and concern of exercise prescription.
BLS CPR-American Heart Association
NCSF-CPT
CPR Professional Rescuer trained in May 2022
National Counsil on Strength and Fitness - Certified Personal Trainer
Experience
2022-Present
Personal Trainer
I have been working as a trainer since Spring 2022 and in that time have conducted detailed consultations and movement assessments to onboard new clients before tailoring fitness plans to that individual's needs based on their goals and training experience. I have learned how to aid clients in setting and reaching realistic and attainable goals and take meticulous notes during and after the training session to help reach those goals as fast as possible.
2021-Present
Group Fitness Instructor
I have been working as a group fitness instructor since Fall 2021 and in that time have greatly developed my skills as a group leader to provide a motivational, supportive culture and program classes to match the skill and learning levels of all participants.
2023-Present
Student Manager
I have been working as a Student Manager since Fall 2023 and in that time have become a leader for the building staff. Using my skills of staff management and problem solving I am able to make sure the building is run smoothly and that all daily tasks get done. As an SM I am trained to be a first responder for all emergency scenarios and manage any accidents, incidents or staff performance reports that may be necessary.
Skills
Body composition assessment, Performance testing for every aspect of fitness, Manual Muscle training style, Superior level of customer service
Hardest worker in the room, eager to learn, passionate in everything I do
Hobbies
What Other Sides of Me Are There?
When I am not in the gym, I am likely writing programs, playing guitar, training Jiu-Jitsu, or practicing Japanese! こんにちは
References
Valerie Faber
Fitness Director
Central Michigan UREC
Valerie is my boss at the Student Activity Center and has gotten to witness my high work ethic along with my drive to improve and grow first hand and knows me very well.
Alex Curtis
Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
Central Michigan Athletics
I have worked with Alex for almost 3 years now and he has aided in my growth tremendously not only as a coach but as a person. Alex helped develop who I am and knows me very well.
Adam George
Fixed-Term Professor
Central Michigan University Health Sciences Department
By graduation I will have taken 5 semester long courses with Adam who has watched me grow as a student, as a person, and as a trainer since my freshman year at CMU. Adam Knows me very well.
