Trainers

Magdalena CernouskovaRyan GallopJaxonGeorge HernandezAlicia PerezBernie KribsMike AltmanKatie BaumannFabricio CamoesGabriella BermudezHolly RichardsonIan LauerLeticia RibeiroMark HersonMike ZarraonandiaSteve NaveEnrique BecerraDaniel Soto
Body sculpting and body shaping, functional strength, flexibility, and lean & athletic look.
MA International Relations - George Mason University, Washington DC
BA Political Science - Universita Karlova, Prague, Czech Republic

NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Kinesis Certified Instructor
Superslow Certified Instructor

I see training as a journey. It not only leads you to your goals, it lets you discover passion, discipline and mental toughness that you know you have inside. I look for that spark of interest, igniting your passion for training, and making your time in the gym something you look forward to, something fulfilling, not something you have to do. No matter what your physical condition is now, I believe there is a ming of an athlete in every singe one of us. 

 

At an early age I learned the importance of "athletic mentality" that never allows you to quit & helps you perform at your best. I live by this technique and apply it when I work with my clients, whether it is a one-on-one session, boot camp, or group class. I follow Easter European protocols of strength training and build my client\'s workouts on fundamental exercises such as deadlifts, squats, pushups and lunges. Depending on my client\'s individual goals and needs, I incorporate a wide variety of training techniques including core training, plyometrics, athletic drills, yoga and stretching. 

I am happiest when I\'m outdoors. I live one block away from the beach, and when I\'m not working, I never step a foot into a gym! I love to breathe in fresh air and feel the sun on my skin. I can watch sports (any kind) for hours, soccer is my all time favorite, and I go crazy for the Czech Republic national team, followed closely by Spain. Traveling is a pssion of mine, and I love going places that have a coast - maybe it\'s because I grew up in Prague with the ocean so far away!!!

Strength and conditioning, athletic performance
BS in Health and Exercise Sciences with a Concentration in Fitness Management- University of Delaware

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist- National Strength and Conditioning Association, USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach Certified

 

Since I was a little kid I’ve always had a true passion for athletics. After excelling in football and track and field in high school and then rugby throughout college, I realized my love for sports was guiding me towards a future career path. This triggered the earning of an Exercise Sciences degree and prompted the decision to move from New York to San Diego to become a personal trainer.

I have trained clients ranging from youth athletes to a 72 year old woman with MS and everyone in between. The last three years I have narrowed my focus and continuing education efforts to performance training for athletes. In doing so I’ve learned how to increase strength, speed, power, agility and endurance in athletes by utilizing Olympic lifting, plyometrics, speed training and footwork drills.
 
I also came to the realization that these same principles can be applied to everyday exercisers. Incorporating these specific weight training techniques and sport drills can improve coordination, balance, dexterity and can add variety and fun into any workout. Through this style of training, my clients not only look better but perform and feel better as well.

When I’m not working I enjoy playing rugby for OMBAC, surfing and spending time with friends and family.

Boxing and kickboxing for both fitness and competition, weight reduction.

BS in Exercise Science - Georgia Southern University

During college my love for boxing lead me back to the ring and I started training again, focusing on Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
 
2002 -  Won a bronze medal in the Georgia state games in boxing.
2002 -  First in Georgia’s annual N.A.G.A. tournament and in the South Carolina invitational Jiu Jitsu tournament.

 

I believe in living life to the fullest. Training hard helps you discover yourself, helps you learn things that you did not know. You learn every day that there is no limit to what you can achieve, you can always better yourself.

My drive to excel in fighting landed me in San Diego, where the competition is the toughest. Becoming a coach and a fighter and sharing my passion for martial arts is what drives me. At Fit, I have an opportunity to be all that every day and share it with my clients.

When I\'m outside of the gym I enjoy cooking and watching a lot of movies.

Corrective exercises and functional training.
N.A.S.M. (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
RKC (Russian Kettlebell Association)
PTA Global Personal Training CPT
PTA Global Advanced Personal Training CPT (in progress)

I do my best to keep your workouts fun and interesting. My philosophy is to have you train your body from the inside out through core training.
 
I will help you build a strong foundation for better results and less injuries so that you may continue to focus on your goals. I will frequently change up your reoutine so that your body will continue to improve. I am ready to help you get started on your path to fitness.

Boxing, kickboxing, MMA, Jiu Jitsu, reading poetry, long walks in the park, eating out by myself and pondering the meaning of life.

Core conditioning and stabilization, postural alignment, and injury prevention & rehabilitation.  Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Fitness, Nutrition and Health - San Diego State University, May 2003 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Health Fitness Instructor - May 2003
Stott Pilates Level II Instructor - August 2008

My training sessions run deeper than just a core workout. Pilates training will focus on the intrinsic muscles that allow our bodies to function at multiple levels. With small movements and precise instruction, you will transform your body and feel more empowered as your fitness level increases. Further employing the principles of Pilates in your workouts will enable you to advance your strength to previously unattainable levels. 

 The Health and Fitness Industry is not just my career, it\'s my lifestyle. My Sunday routine includes a walk to the farmer\'s marker and selecting fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. I love to cook for friends and family and find it exciting to learn about healing with whole foods. You can also find me taking in the great outdoors while hiking the mountains that surround our beautiful city and my home town of San Diego. 

Stabilization of the body to create strength and positive results. BS Aerospace Engineering ACE and AFAA, Kranking, TRX and educator for Stott Pilates & Spinning.Being able to accomplish client goals for healthy and long lifestyles.
 
It is important to learn the right principles of exercise and apply them to everything that sorrounds us. It takes discipline to accomplish desired goals and sometimes it takes us away from what is comfortable... but CHANGE is always good.
Triathlons, especially long distance Ironman.

MMA instruction, Combative conditioning, Functional
strength and weight loss.

BA  - University of Houston, 1991RKA (Russian Kettle Bell Association)
NASM
Black Belt - Shaolin Kung Fu
Instructor in Muy Thai Boxing
Purple Belt - Braziliam JuJitsu
50 Professional fights in a variety of different styles of martial arts and kickboxing
Ranked #1 Cruiser Weight in the world by IKF (International Kickboxing Federation)
Pro SanShou Rules Kickboxing
Training with me will not only change your life, it could save it!Keeping up with my 3 teenage kids and hanging out at
dog beach with my blue nose pit bull Smokey.
Core strength and conditioning, postural work, injury prevention and rehabilitation, pre and post pregnancy.
B.S. Exercise Science- Ithaca College, Ithaca NY
ACSM HFI,  Stott Pilates – Level 1 & 2,  NSCA CSCS
AFFA Peri-natal
Gravity Master Trainer
Spinning Certified
Functional Movement Screening Certified
 Functional fitness for everyone! I feel my job is to find the fitness and wellness prescription for each individual to live the longest, most fulfilling, pain-free life possible. Fitness is not only about what makes a person look good, but what makes them feel good and aids them in living a fun-filled life.
 My workouts combine strength, flexibility and balance training for improved posture and functional strength for your everyday life. Utilizing all the “tools” I’ve acquired in my fitness and pilates training, I combine them for challenging core workouts that will strengthen you from the inside out!
Growing up as an elite gymnast and then as a collegiate soccer player I’m always interesting in trying new sports, most recently taking Jiu-Jitsu at Fit! My fiancé and I are avid travelers, but when in town you\'ll most likely find me at OB dog beach with our two Siberian huskies Tao & Jersey!

Fabrício “Morango” Camões has been one of the best kept secrets in the 155lb. weight class. After his American debut in ShoXC in which he knocked out heavily favored Joe Camacho, the world began to notice the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter with dynamite hands. Fabrício made quick work of Camacho stopping him in round one ending his five fight winning streak. Next Fabricio quickly defeated “Ultimate Fighter” finalist Sam Morgan in only 47 seconds of the first round by rear naked choke.

Like many kids in Brazil, Fabrício was enrolled in martial arts by his parents so he would stay out of trouble. Beginning with Judo at age 8, Fabrício quickly accelerated and moved on to the more aggressive style of Muay Thai training under renowned Muay Thai instructor Luiz Alvez.

At age 15 Fabrício also begain to train with Jiu-Jitsu legend, Royler Gracie. In the following years Fabrício amassed an impressive record in Jiu-Jitsu, including the 2005 European Middleweight Championship. Fabrício is also a 2x Brazilian Middleweight Champion and 6x Rio De Janeiro State Middle- weight Champion.

Fascinated by the “Vale Tudo” matches that were going on in and around Rio, Fabrício entered his first MMA fight at age 17, a tournament where he won his first fight and lost his second fight to Anderson “The Spider” Silva.

Fabrício currently lives and trains in San Diego, CA under the watchful eyes of Royler Gracie and Vinicius Aieta. Fabrício’s training partners include Jiu-Jitsu champions Ronaldo “Jacaré” de Souza, André Galvão and Bad Boy Fighter Diego “The Nightmare” Sanchez.

    
 Prevention and treatment of sports, general orthopedic & work related injuries. Flexibility, strength, and conditioning. 
 
 BS Physical Therapy - Estacio de Sa University, Rio de Janeiro

Brazil, 2002

Flex Pilates Certified

A.C.E. Indoor Cycling Certified

University of Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Certified

CBJJ Referee Certified

Massage Therapy Certified

Lymphatic Drainage Massage Certified

CPR & AED American Red Cross

 It\'s all a matter or Corporal Intelligence. You can train your body and perform with focus, and fewer precise and perfect movements, rather than many halfhearted ones.

 

"Exercise is a way to break beyond the self imposed limits that we have set in our minds; once we break beyond these barriers we can lay the foundation for a healthy and fit lifestyle."

 When I am not training for an upcoming Jiu-Jitsu tournament, I usually like to enjoy a sunset at the beach with my friends. I love music and dancing. I enjoy any type of art. 

Using massage and Pilates to correct postural misalignments and bring balance back to the body. 

 Holistic Health Practitioner - Mueller College of Holistic Studies

Stott Pilates - Mashall Eklund Pilates

 HPP in Integrated Bodywork

AFFA Group Exercise

 
 I believe that massage and Pilates are two of the most powerful tools to overcome chronic pain due to postural deviations. By using massage tools to release tension and knots in the muscles, and Pilates to lengthen and strengthen them, it is possible to create lasting results. I enjoy spending quality time with my teenage daughter and our two dogs Zuni and Toby. 
Fat loss, lean muscle toning, overall physical and mental productivity. BA  - The College of WoosterCSCS
Certified Spencer Pilates Instructor
 Exercise should be an invigorating and entertaining experience. My specialty is creating workouts you will truly enjoy and look forward to. Consistency is one of the most important concepts to grasp in order to achieve results. I have a unique ability to make workouts fun and challenging. Coming to the gym will be a welcomed experience!

 

My clients range from NFL players and stage ready fitness models to seniors who require special programming. Each training session is tailored specifically to meet the client\'s needs and help them reach their individual goals. So whether you are new to resistance training, are looking to tone up your muscles, slim your waist or are looking for increases in your athletic performance, I can help. It\'s time to stop waiting and start reaching your goals. Take action today to improve your tomorrow!

Acting
Martial Arts
Public speaking

Jiu Jitsu

 

Leticia Ribeiro was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She began her BJJ training at Gracie Tijuca Academy in 1995, and now brings from Brazil a modern approach featuring the latest techniques. She has over 10 years of experience in teaching Jiu Jitsu and submission grappling.

 

Leticia Ribeiro is a world-renown teacher and competitor of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. She currently holds a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from Royler Gracie and she is also a four-time World Jiu-Jitsu Champion in the Black Belt Division.

 

In addition to her competition experience, Leticia is a foremost expert in teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. With her careful attention to detail and her friendly and charismatic personality, she is one of the most sought after instructors in the world, teaching seminars and lessons to professional fighters and grapplers, hobbyists, and aficionados of martial arts.

 

If you want to see the true potential of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, you shouldn`t miss this opportunity. You will be amazed.

 

Univercidade RJ - Brazil 2002, Physical Education

4 x World Champion ( 00 /02 /06 /09 )

 

NOGI World Champion ( 08 )

 

European Champion 

 

3 x Panamerican Champion

 

6 x Rio de Janeiro State Champion

 

5 x Brazilian National Champion

Jiu Jitsu is not just a martial art, is a life style. Your training partners is not just training partners, they are your second family and the mat your second home....

 

Jiu Jitsu literally translates to, "the gentle art." The philosophy is that not only can you, but that you actually should, learn to avoid the use of strength. Controlling your emotions, you should be able to obtain a position of dominance without using your strength, rather than necessarily immediately attempting to make the opponent submit. Is good for the mind, body and spirit.

 
 Muscle hypertrophy, boot camp, lean & athletic look.  BS Nutritional Science - University of Wisconsin, MadisonKinesis Certified Instructor
PTA Global Certified 
 I have an affinity for choreographing challenging workouts that bring every client close to their individual limit, both physically and mentally. I want a client to feel like quitting 15 minutes into the workout. I believe you can only see significant change when you\'re taken beyond your comfort zone, with consideration to safety, form, and effectiveness of course. I want a client to say "I would have never been able to do that on my own" after every workout. My training style is a hybrid of many training methods including: functional training, high intensity strength training, circuit training, and sport specific training. For example, many of my workouts will include a BOSU to challenge stability, heavy barbells to challenge strength, and a jump box to test athleticism and power. I believe this style when executed with particular attention to impeccable form and maximum form can benefit most. 

 When I\'m not in the gym, I like to explore the San Diego culinary scene, especially the many great restaurants in East Village, North Park and Little Italy. I enjoy outdoor activities such as trail running and beach workouts. I enjoy watching sports, especially basketball. My all time favorite team is the 1996 Chicago Bulls. 

 
Post Rehab and Sports Specific TrainingCurrently pursing a Bachelors Degree in Foods and Nutrition at San Diego State
National Acedemy of Sports Medicine 

Certified Personal Training (CPT)

National Council of Sports and Fitness, CPT

Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, CPT

Functional Movement Screen Certified

Currently working on general and advanced CPT for Personal Training Academy Global (PTA Global)

Russian Kettlebell Certified (RKC)

When training my clients I believe in training for quality movement from the ground up. Quality movement patterns reduce the chance of non-contact injury by 89.5%. For example, if you are not getting full hip extension or using your glutes properly, that movement is likely to be generated from the lower back. Since the lower back is generating more movements than it is suppossed to it will become more prone to injury.

My goal with my clients is to create a stable and safe workout that will help them get to their goals safely and quickly.
Wrestling
MMA
Dogs and my dog in specific. His name is Jack.
The human body and movement.
The show "Lie to Me" featuring Oscar Nominated Tim Roth.

Personal Training

Working one-on-one creates an atmosphere of accountability between you and your personal trainer. Fit personal trainers are very serious about designing your individual workout program based on your fitness assessment, personal needs and goals. They take time to listen to you and understand your needs before your sessions begin. Our trainers are experts at pushing you beyond your comfort level to help you move forward while tracking your progress along the way.
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