Health 1st

Manassas, VA

First and foremost I try to develop a relationship and a level of trust with my clients; this is fundamental for their success. I try to help my client progress each and every session. To do this I need to be keenly attuned to how each client each day may act differently; physically, mentally and emotionally. My job is to see and act on these subtle changes when working with my clients. I can then challenge them to an appropriate level each exercise, each set and each repetition.

I have been a successful military officer, corporate executive and consultant. I have been an athlete myself in a variety of sports which culminated at the professional level (football). I am also a parent of children that have are collegiate level athletes.I can work just as easily with senior executives as I can with young athletes. My experiences allow me to appreciate how everyone is different and has different needs. I understand the importance of fitness and where it fits into life.

First of all education. The overweight client needs to understand the basics of nutrition, eating habits, cardio, resistance and flexibility training are all interdependent. I believe in the old Chinese Proverb "Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he will eat for the rest of his life." If they can learn how small changes can lead to big changes I feel they are better prepared for long term health.