Son Do

     My personal fitness journey began in 2003 when I joined the US Army.  My core beliefs and fitness philosophies stem from my six years of active duty service.  When I returned from Iraq in 2007, my unit appointed me as their Master Fitness instructor.  My responsibilities included planning and implementing a fitness regiment that enhanced my unit's day to day effectiveness and combat readiness.  Additionally,  ensuring personnel met the standards set forth by Army regulations.  I was honorably discharged in 2009.  As I attempted to adjust to civilian life, I continued to pursue my own fitness goals while working as a carpenter.  In 2012, I attended a personal training workshop and received my first certification (AAAA/ISMA) and I began working at LA Fitness as a personal trainer.  Since then I've become a Master Trainer (LA Fitness),  Certified Personal Trainer through NASM, Kettlebell level 1&2 through NETA.