kristi murphy

Kristi Murphy is a graduate of Southwest Texas State University.  Holding certifications in Cardiac Conditioning, Arrhythmia Interpretation, Management of the Heart Failure Patient, Health Promotions, as well as, Group Exercise and Personal Training, Kristi is a true student of the health and fitness business.

After receiving her bachelor degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Kristi moved immediately into the direction of her passion.  Kristi was recruited by World Gym fitness centers in Austin Texas.  Responsible for creating and implementing training programs that included testing for blood pressure, body composition, sub maximal cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and endurance testing, Kristi was recognized for being a leading producer for volume of members trained, as well as, revenue.  Shortly after Kristi joining the World Gym team, she was promoted to a coordinator position responsible for scheduling the Group Exercise department, payroll, auditions, evaluations, and customer service.

 The following year Kristi moved into a Cardiac Rehabilitation Coordinator position, assisting physicians and nurses with patient pathway, Phase I, II, and III.  While with Seton Medical Center in Austin Texas, Kristi gained knowledge and understanding on indications, dosing, and precautions of medications.  Kristi worked to rehabilitate, as well as, prepared prospective heart transplant patients though progressive exercise.  Before leaving, Kristi went on to design home programs for Phase III patients, as well as, prepare and deliver a variety of seminars on behalf of Seton Medical center.  These included, but were not limited to, Cardiac support groups, Public Schools in Austin, and the College of Advanced Judicial System.

Kristi later became a managing partner in a new multi club chain in Austin Texas.  After participating in the presales of 2 new facilities, she went on to hire, train, and develop the entire fitness staff.  Kristi managed payroll, member and staff retention, and launched corporate training packages, in addition to her regular duties. 

 Kristi currently serves as Director of Fitness for Gold’s Gym Houston.  Aside from teaching Group X classes, her responsibilities include hiring and training Fitness Managers for the different locations, creating and implementing fitness protocol that exceeds customer’s expectations, and provides staff an opportunity to effectively service their clients.  She also leads the Pilates Reformer program.  She provides support to the management team, helps to maintain payroll budgets, and drives overall revenue by providing assistance in company objectives.  Kristi is a leader and contributor to the success of the entire Gold’s Gym staff and members.