Screen Shot 2020-11-12 at 11.26.11 AM.png — Hello! I’m John.

A little about me…
Doctor of Physical Therapy - **Duke** **University**
B.S. Biology - **James Madison University**
Certified Personal Trainer- **National Academy of Sports Medicine**
6 years of personal training experience
13 years of lifting experience
Favorite T.V. shows - The Office, Parks and Recreation, Game of Thrones
Favorite food - protein oatmeal (I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert)

I HATED working out…

I used to hate working out. It didn’t make sense back then - forego immediate pleasure, i.e. lounging on my couch and eating Fruity Pebbles, to put in work towards a result that I might achieve in the future?

It seemed unfair, uncomfortable, and unappealing. Now, 13 years later, my entire life revolves around fitness. I have become obsessed.

What changed?

I have experienced the endless benefits that good health can offer.

More energy
Improved confidence and body image
Reduced joint pain
Better health
A physique I’m proud of

I’ve also seen the horrible consequences of neglecting your health for too long:

Frustration with not being able to change your habits
Being uncomfortable with your body
Increased risk of dysfunction and disease
Lower quality of life
Increased risk of earlier death

I know the effect that good health and fitness has on your quality of life. I’ve come to realize that there is nothing more important.

I have sifted through the nonsense and synthesized a simple, easy, and sustainable approach to achieving optimal health and wellness.

Through Focus Fitness Coaching, I get to help people - just like you - transform their lives through fitness.

“Absorb what is useful, discard what is useless and add what is specifically your own. ”

— Bruce Lee

Fitness Background

I earned my doctorate in physical therapy from Duke University in May 2022. I have been studying health and nutrition principles for eight years and have read well over 100 books on the subject.

For over six years, I have been a certified personal trainer and have worked with a wide range of clients, from young teens to older adults. In that time, I’ve been lucky enough to help people around the world lose fat, gain muscle, and achieve their dream bodies.

I have also had the opportunity to learn a great deal from some of the country’s best strength coaches and physical therapists.

I’m thrilled to share all of this information with you. For more information about me and how I can help you, you can click below.

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