Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, I developed an active interest in sports and physical well being at a young age. On the court, I realized this passion in one of my favorite sports, basketball. My skillful play took me on a journey that included playing in Iceland on the US Air Force Team for 1 year and serving in the US Air Force for 4 1/2 years. I continued with an interest in weight lifting that later turned into a profession. My slow transformation from a small frame of 190 to a large frame of 260 pounds caught the attention of many. I have gained my clients trust through my ability to motivate and encourage, focusing on more than the physical attributes of training. My ultimate goal is to maximize health, fitness, and physical development through consistent training, healthy eating, and effective problem solving... [read more]