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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 and goals.
They take time to listen to you and understand your needs before your sessions begin.
Our trainers are experts at pushing you to your limit so you can reach your optimal fitness level in a healthy amount of time.
Khalil Kelley
@kkfitness7
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Khalil Kelley
East Village
Years of Experience: 5
Expertise: Strength Training, Athletic Training
Specializations
- Strength Training
- Athletic performance
Education & Certifications
- NASM CPT
- NASM CNC
- NASM CES
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Darek Velez
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Darek Velez
Mission Beach
Results require adapting to high intensities and higher volumes of work. This is not an overnight success and happens over a program of months to years. The first step is to develop a good base that optimizes fat burning, recovery, and movement training (muscle activation and body mechanics). If there is a problem in movement, then the strength training will suffer later and no true results can be maintained. Second, the ability to recover between sets and workouts is probably the most important part of success in the gym because this will increase our ability to tolerate harder exercise. In my training programs I consider a balance of pain-free movement, human performance, and the person. It is not a one size fits all approach and it requires fine tuning adjustments to the person, but the end is a goal reached or the humbleness of where you need to keep working to get there.
My fitness journey started in sports in high school. From there I took what I learned into the U.S. Marine Corps to assist with physical fitness in the unit. After I got out of the military, and got injured several times doing various sports, which led me to understand human movement better. I became a personal trainer with a focus in functional training for 4 years before shortly after. From there I decided to finish my bachelor’s in pre-physical therapy and then a masters in sports performance. My current goal is to publish in the Strength and Conditioning Journal a proposed way to train a system that decreases fatigue while working at maximal levels, so someone can work at their max ability for longer. Ask me about it if you want to nerd out about fitness.
Specializations
- Human Performance
- Tactical Performance
- Functional Training
- Surf Performance
- Corrective Exercise (prehab/rehab)
- Movement Training
Education & Certifications
- M.S. in Sports Performance from PLNU
- B.S. in Kinesiology with an emphasis in pre-pt from SDSU
- Performance Enhancement Specialist from NASM
- Corrective Exercise Specialist from NASM
- Certified Personal Training from ACE
- TRX level 1 Coach
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Kelly Doyle
@Kdoylecpt
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Kelly Doyle
Carmel Mountain Ranch
Years of experience: 16
Aging with grace and dignity and accepting ALL that we are capable of in every moment of life, is who and what I am all about… Whether you are 15, 50 or 85, my knowledge dictates how we face change and move forward together. With over sixteen years of fitness and nutrition training and experience, I pride myself on diversity, not only with my method and style, but with my clientele. As your Personal Trainer, I will make every workout productive and fun. If you are looking for growth, challenge and change, let me help you get there.
Specializations
- Functional Training
- Strength Conditioning
- Lifestyle Modifications
- Health and Nutrition Coach
- Active Aging
- Mobility, Flexibility and Balance
- Running Programming, Preparation and Coaching
- TRX
- Bosu
Education & Certifications
- ACE – Certified Personal Trainer
- ACE - Certified Nutrition Coach
- CPY - 200 hour RYT (Yoga)
- Certified Cycle Instructor
- CPR/AED/First Aid
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William Bing
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William Bing
East Village
Specializations
- Competition Preparation
- Weight Loss
- Military Training
- Functional Fitness
- Athletic Performance
- Muscle Mass
Education & Certifications
- NPTI
- NASM Advanced Personal Training
- NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
- NASM Health Coach Specialist
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Abbie Elian
@built_by_abs
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Abbie Elian
East Village
Years of Experience: 6 years
Specializations
- Strength and functional training
Education & Certifications
- PTA global
- ISSA Personal Training
- ISSA Nutrition
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Chuck Bilgrien
@chuck_bilgrien
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Chuck Bilgrien
Mission Beach
Years experience: 4 years
Specializations
- Weight loss management
- Performance enhancement specialist
- Strength and mobility, nutrition, functional training, stability and flexibility, aesthetics
Education & Certifications
- Associates in Arts: Kinesiology
- NASM: Certified Personal Trainer
- NASM: Performance Enhancement Specialist
- NASM: Weight Loss Specialist
- ISSA: Nutrition Certified
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Rhiannon Coles
@Rhiannoncolescoaching
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Rhiannon Coles
Mission Beach
Years Of Experience: 12
Specializations
- Strength & conditioning
- Bodybuilding
- Metabolic/Circuit training
- TRX training
- Nutrition planning
- Fat loss/body composition management
Education & Certifications
- NCSF: Certified Personal Trainer
- Nationally certified Pilates Mat Instructor
- THSA: certified Sports & Exercise Nutrition Specialist
- WNBF: Masters Figure Pro
- NCSF :Nationally qualified Masters Figure athlete
- Power Plate certified (Equinox)
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David Schroer
@davidjschroer
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David Schroer
Mission Beach
Years of experience: 10
Sore and sweaty is easy, I want you to walk out of the gym feeling better than you walked in and stronger than you were yesterday.
As a trainer and coach for a decade, I have been able to learn and incorporate many different styles of movement to best suit my clients. Throughout the years, I have found commonalities within each modality. No matter your personal goal or what kind of training style you enjoy I can guarantee by training with me you will feel stronger and move better than you ever have! Ohh and I promise to make your time with me fun and full of laughs!
Specializations
- Strength & Mobility
- Weight-Loss
- Hypertrophy Training (Muscle Building)
- Muscle Imbalance & Injury Prevention
- HIIT & Circuit Training
- Kettlebell Training
- PowerPlate Training
- Nutritional Guidance
Education & Certifications
- B.A. Communications & Health Sciences
- NASM CPT Certified Personal Trainer
- NASM CES Corrective Exercise Specialist
- Precision Nutrition Certified Coach
- PPSC Pain Free Performance Specialist
- PowerPlate Certified Trainer
- CPR/AED Certified
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Mat Bauman
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Mat Bauman
Mission Beach
Years of experience: 9 years
Training the Mind as well as the Body. Working with me you’ll get meticulous form training. As well as, corrective exercises specifically built to improve posture and any chronic pain/injuries you may be dealing with. Along with HIIT sessions for all types of endurances and even full programs built for specialized athletes. Because I know body image is something most people struggle with and working out isn’t all just physical, it takes a lot of mental fortitude to stay consistent in any routine. So my programs are built for anyone who feels like they are not living up to their full potential and needs help breaking through their current habit loops. I want to teach people to be more grateful for their abilities, affirm how strong their bodies really are, and help them transition into a more healthy, sustainable, lifestyle and ultimately the body they’ve always imagined themselves having.
Specializations
- Sports Performance
- Hypertrophy Training
- Posture & Mechanics
- Corrective Exercise
- Nutrition
Education & Certifications
- NASM Certified PT
- NESTA Nutritional & Behavior Coaching
- Exos Sports Performance Specialist
- PPSC Pain Free - Performance Specialist
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Aliaksandra Kikiniova
@aleksandrakikineva
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Aliaksandra Kikiniova
Carmel Mountain Ranch
Years of Experience: 16+
Specializations
- Functional Training
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Stretching
- Assisted stretching
- Yoga
- Gymnastics
Education & Certifications
- АСЕ- Certified Professional
- АСЕ - Certified Functional training
- АСЕ- Biomechanics of Assisted Stretching
- Yoga Alliance - Уoga instructor
- ВА, Physical education and gymnastics coach Belarusian State University of Physical Culture.
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Zahid Sahak
@Zahid.Sahak
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Zahid Sahak
Mission Beach
Years of Experience: 5
Specializations
- Bodybuilding
- Hypertrophy
- Strength Training
- Weight Management
- Fat Loss
- Nutrition
Education & Certifications
- IFBB: Pro Men's Physique Competitor
- NASM: Certified Personal Trainer
- AAAI/ISMA
- CPR/AED
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Kalyn Harris
@kalynbritney
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Kalyn Harris
Mission Beach
Years of Experience: 6
Specializations
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
- NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
- NASM: Fitness Nutrition Specialist
- Registered Yoga Teacher
- CPR/AED
Education & Certifications
- Corrective Exercise
- Pre-rehab/Post-rehab
- Functional Mobility
- Strength Training
- Yoga
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is personal training effective?
Contrary to a common misconception, personal training isn’t only meant for wannabe athletes and professionals. In fact, hiring a personal trainer in San Diego can be extremely beneficial whether you’re only just starting on your fitness journey or have quite a bit of work out experience. Here’s why:- Individualized exercise: A professional personal trainer will provide you with tailored advice and exercise that maximize your effort and time, bringing swift results.
- Safe workout program: Your workout program will be carefully suited to your needs and goals, which makes it not only more effective, but also much safer.
- Accountability: When you work out on your own, it’s easy to miss a session or two. Your personal trainer will push you and keep you accountable, which will also boost your motivation.
- Variety: You’ll be less likely to reach a training plateau if you rely on an individual trainer, as they will bring you fresh exercises and variety into your fitness routine.
- Health boost: By customizing your workout program to your needs, your trainer will boost your immune system and help you find balance, making you healthy on both the outside and the inside.
- Quicker results: A personal training routine will be tailored to your goals and needs, which will maximize efficiency and bring you fantastic results in no time.
What exactly does a personal trainer do?
If you’ve never hired a personal trainer before, you may be unsure as to what exactly their responsibilities would be. Essentially, a personal training professional is someone who strives to help clients achieve their fitness goals, which may include everything from weight loss and strength training to general health management.
If you’re looking for expertise-based personal training in San Diego, Fit Athletic is a great choice. Our team is made up of experienced trainers who are fully committed to helping you reach your goals and strengthen your health through customized exercise and personalized advice.
What should I ask my personal trainer?
Your personal trainer should be qualified, experienced, and willing to carefully listen to you in order to devise a workout plan suited to your goals. Here are some questions to ask your personal training expert in San Diego before deciding to hire them:- What do you specialize in? Since your personal trainer should be able to create a workout routine that helps YOU achieve your specific goals, make sure to check if they specialize in the fitness area you’re interested in.
- What are your qualifications? Make sure that the trainer you choose has the necessary education and certification to help you on your fitness journey. This may include college degrees or various certifications such as those from NASM or ACE.
- How do you create a fitness plan? Each personal training routine should be unique to the client. Make sure your trainer doesn’t use the same exercise plans for multiple clients instead of tailoring them to your needs.
At Fit Athletic, we work with a team of certified and highly qualified San Diego trainers who always put their clients first. It is our goal to boost your overall fitness and health, helping you create a steady daily routine that keeps you strong physically, emotionally, and mentally.
What should I expect from my first personal training session?
Your first personal training session is an opportunity to get to know your trainer and decide if they are the right fit for you. Additionally, your personal trainer will use this chance to perform a number of initial fitness assessments that will help you track your progress as well as discuss your needs and long-term goals with you.Although the first part of your session will mostly focus on talking and paperwork, your San Diego personal trainer will probably make you sweat a bit in the second half. They’ll most likely have you do some basic exercises such as lunges, squats or kettlebell swings, just to assess your current fitness level and tailor your workout routine accordingly. They’ll also ask you about any injuries you might have had, or other medical conditions.
How often should you see a personal trainer?
The frequency of your training sessions will largely depend on your specific needs and habits. For instance, if you have a significant weight loss goal or are exercising for a competition, you may want to consider attending personal training sessions at least three times a week.If you’re not sure how often you should train, don’t worry! Your personal trainer at Fit Athletic will gladly discuss your everyday habits and goals to help you determine the most beneficial pace for you. It is our goal to make our San Diego gym a safe and healthy place where you’ll love to go several days a week to boost your physical and emotional wellness.
How can I find a personal trainer in San Diego & beyond?
Looking for personal training experts in San Diego, CA? Fit Athletic is a luxury lifestyle and fitness club that offers a wide range of training options and works hard to encourage healthy living and complete wellness.Whether you decide to visit our cutting edge gym in East Village, Downtown San Diego or any other of our facilities, you’ll get to enjoy personalized fitness advice and a club-like atmosphere. What's more, we also offer fantastic virtual training programs that enable you to work with your trainer online and track your progress through our app. Reach out to Fit today!
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