Bodybuilder & Trainer
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Story
Lifelong Angelino
Santa Monica Local
I was born and raised in Santa Monica, and have lived my whole life in Los Angeles. Sports & Fitness is my passion in life. And today am proud to say I train clients at the most notorious gym in the entire world; Golds Gym, (The Mekka) in Venice where I share my passion and knowledge with my clients.
I was born and raised in Santa Monica, and Los Angeles has always been my home. From an early age, sports and physical activity were integral parts of my daily life. As a kid, I was deeply involved in both baseball and football as well as participating in both basketball and track and field. My father, who coached the Santa Monica youth baseball team, always pushed me to give my best. He used to say, "If you only train with the team, you'll only be as good as the team," and he made sure I got extra training by waking me up at 6 am every day to go running. Though I dreaded it at the time, I am incredibly grateful for the discipline and dedication to health and fitness he instilled in me, which have become cornerstones of my life.
Fitness has been a transformative force for me. During my senior year of high school, I faced some challenging times and ended up in prison. Even then, working out was my anchor, providing both mental and physical strength to get through those two years. After my release, I explored music and earned a degree from the Los Angeles Film School, but no matter how busy life got, fitness always remained a priority.
Seeing my sons take an interest in football reignited my passion for fitness. From 2007 to 2014, I served as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Santa Monica Vikings Youth Football program. This experience made me realize my love for helping others achieve their fitness goals.
When my mother passed away in 2015, I decided to fully commit to my passion for fitness and make it my career. I became a certified personal trainer to broaden my coaching skills. Joining Gold's Gym was a turning point for me. It wasn't long before I decided to take my body to the next level and compete in bodybuilding. Competing as a natural athlete, I embraced the challenge of optimizing my physical abilities without performance-enhancing drugs. Winning my first show fueled my dedication to the science of building and shaping muscle, as well as optimizing my nutrition for health and longevity.
Today, I am thrilled to share my journey and expertise with my clients at Gold's Gym. Whether you're just starting or looking to reach new heights in your fitness journey, I am here to guide and inspire you every step of the way. Let's achieve greatness together!