Our Trainers

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ISSA Certified
• Associates Degree
• CPR Certified
• Cycle certified Schwinn

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: January 2016 WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? The thing that I love most about being a personal trainer is just being able to inspire and change people’s lives. Becoming healthy and fit, is never easy and starting is always the hardest. But honestly, being able to have clients tell me I wouldn’t be able to do this without you, makes my job so much more rewarding. All I ever cared about doing was being able to help people. WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? I do what I do because I feel like I have found my true life passion. I feel like I have the capabilities to continue to help inspire and motivate people. I love the feeling of being able to alter someone’s perspective about health and fitness. I love being able to have them adapt to this lifestyle. FAVORITE QUOTE: My all time favorite quote by Fred Devito – “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you” I love this quote just by the simplicity of wanting to continue to better yourself daily in order to see the true change you can prevail.

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Associates of Arts
• ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: 2014 WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? My job is to help others to better themselves. I make my living in a gym, teaching people how to workout. I love being a personal trainer because it’s fun. I don’t feel like I’m “working” when I’m training.. WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? This is the best field for me, with my specific skill set, knowledge, and experience, to make a difference in other people’s lives. FAVORITE QUOTE: “The only “bad workout,” is the one that didn’t happen.”

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS: NFPT CPTLet’s Get It Fitness GroupDhakir Bey is a highly experienced Certified Coach/Trainer certified by the National Council on Strengthand Fitness (NCSF) and is a Strength Trainer for Young Athletes Coach. Dhakir began his training in 2002 while attending the United States Naval Academy and being a member on the varsity football team. There he helped in the training workouts for various sports clubs such as varsity basketball (men and women) and the sprint football teams. Dhakir has recently worked with the Eastfield College Police Academy and as a Speed and Movement Coach with North Dallas High School Boys’ Basketball Program. In addition to personal training, his main focus is the volunteer work initiative with the Juvenile Detention Centers (Dallas Youth Village) and has expanded to include building fitness and nutrition programs with low income community villages. As a Fitness and Movement Coach, Dhakir provides education to his clients about strength training, cardio goals, basic functional training and nutrition. He also offers guidance on reaching individual goals, self-accountability and ways to help track the individual’s progress. Dhakir uses his expertise to help clients increase their confidence, communication, strategic skills and awareness of self. Certifications: Certified Personal Trainer (NCSF) National Council on Strength and Fitness (2014) Red Cross CPR/AED Certified (2014) Let’s Get It Fitness Group: www.letsgetit.org Facebook: (Let’s Get It Fitness Group) Business Email: [email protected] 2 Favorite Life Philosophies:

1. “Can’t was killed in the battle of try.”
2. “Action is the real measure of intelligence.”

Business References: Dimitrius Glenn – Business Partner, Lets Get It Fitness Group, 469-652-5025 Odell Bradley- Business Partner, Lets Get It Fitness Group, 601-613-4098

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (Exercise Science and Applied Health) at the University of Texas- Austin
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) under the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
• 1st Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo under the United States Martial Arts Institute (USMAI)

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: 2012 WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? I love when clients work hard and reach their goals, small or big. Whether their goals were to lose 15 pounds, pull-up their own bodyweight, or simply be able to wear clothes they weren’t able to wear since high school…there’s an immeasurable amount of gratification I get from their success. MY HOPE IS: I’ve always been fascinated by the human body: how we move, adapt, and perform under countless scenarios. And, on top of that, knowing how much health & fitness spills into every aspect of our lives (interpersonal relationships, career, and etc.) truly adds to how much joy I get when I exercise and when I train people. FAVORITE QUOTE: “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.”

• Bachelor of Science in Advertising – University of Texas, Austin
• National Strength & Conditioning Association – Certified Personal Trainer
• Aerobic & Fitness Association of America – Certified Personal Trainer
• CrossFit Level One
• Spin Cycle

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: As a senior in high school, I won the 1985 Mr. Teenage Tulsa and have been a Certified Trainer since 1993. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? I love the close bonds I build with my clients most. WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? I do what I do because I make a significant impact in people’s lives. Seeing a client become more confident and proud through reaching their fitness goals is really rewarding. FAVORITE QUOTE: Sweat is magic…cover yourself in it daily to grant your wishes!

• BS Psychology
• NASM CPT
• NASM PES
• NASM FNS
• NASM Neuromuscular Stretching
• NASM MMACS

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: 2008 WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? The best part of training is getting to constantly expand my own horizon and pushing the boundaries of my own capabilities and knowledge, and then passing that on to each of my clients. WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? I am a trainer because there is so much misinformation and misleading advice in regards to living a healthy life and improving performance, let alone differing theories, protocols, and body types. I do this to wade through the murkiness so my clients can achieve success

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS: B.S. Kinesiology/Exercise Science from The University of Texas at ArlingtonNASM Certified Personal Trainer CPR Certified BEEN TRAINING SINCE: 2016 WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? Fitness is a vital part of living a long, healthy, and happy life. In today’s day & age our society is relying more on technology and becoming less active. Training clients gives me the opportunity to share the knowledge I’ve gained and walk alongside people as they work towards bettering themselves both physically and mentally. MY HOPE IS: I have a passion and heart for people. I strive to be a source of positivity in the lives of each person I come in contact with. FAVORITE QUOTE: “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” [Isaiah 40:31]

DEGREE / CERTIFICATIONS: International Sports Science Association BEEN TRAINING SINCE: 1997 WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? I love helping people change their life in a healthy and positive way. WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? After winning Texas State bodybuilding championship in 1997 I wanted to turn my passion into a career. I am able to share what I know with my clients FAVORITE QUOTE: “ If it doesn’t challenge you it doesn’t change you”

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Physical Fitness Specialist – Cooper Institute
• Biomechanics of Resistance Training – Cooper Institute
• Program Design – Check Institute
• Certified Personal Trainer – National Strength and Conditioning Assoc.

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: First personal training job in 1976. Been with Larry North Fitness since 2006. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? The opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life. To be able to motivate and encourage an individual to achieve a healthier, happier quality of life. And one of the best things is the strong relationships and close friendships that are built. WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? I LOVE what I do!! Helping older adults stay strong, fit, healthy and active is the best job in the world. FAVORITE QUOTE: “People will forget what you said, People will forget what you did, But, people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou

DEGREES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• NSCA
• NASM
• Certified personal Trainer
• Nutrition SpecialistACE
• B.S. with Major in Kinesiology
• Masters in Kinesiology

BEEN TRAINING SINCE: 1999 WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PERSONAL TRAINER? I love seeing people achieve their dreams that they never thought possible! WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO? It is an honor and a privilege to walk along side others on their journey to achieving their dreams. It is not always just about the physical goals, but also emotional and/or spiritual healing. Being used as an instrument of encouragement, coaching, and guidance fills me up more than anything else. It is very humbling to be used to help others change their lives. FAVORITE QUOTE: Let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father in heaven. Mathew 5:16 And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. – Anais Nin