CrossFit® L-1 Certification

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"After moving to the New River Valley for my doctoral program at Virginia Tech, I quickly fell in love with both the area and the world of functional fitness. I’ve been training since 2020 and started coaching in 2022, helping athletes build strength, move better, and occasionally survive workouts they were pretty sure they wouldn’t.

I also help develop programming at Radford Strength & Fitness alongside our Head Coach Tricia. We focus on smart progressions, strong fundamentals, and training that supports long-term progress so people can keep getting stronger year after year.

Outside the gym, I’m a scientist by degree, so don’t be surprised if I occasionally compare training to biology."

CrossFit® L-2 Certification
PN L-1 Certification
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"Seeing athletes build confidence and strength in the gym, whether they are brand new to fitness or seasoned in their training, is a strong passion of mine. I have been doing functional fitness through CrossFit® since 2014 and started coaching in 2015. I love being part of a community-driven gym where people support and push each other to grow in their fitness journey. At Radford Strength and Fitness we have built an environment where hard work, encouragement, and a shared enjoyment of fitness come together every day. 
 
In addition to coaching, I teach locally at the middle and high school levels and if I find myself with some free time, I love reading a good mystery novel." 
 

CrossFit® L-1 Certification

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"I have been active in the fitness community since 2011 and coaching group fitness classes since 2023. When not in the gym coaching or working out, I teach at Radford University in the Biology Department. My focus as a biology professor at RU is primarily human anatomy and physiology which gives me a unique perspective as a coach. I enjoy helping athletes understand how muscles work together, why certain movements matter, and how small adjustments in technique can make a big difference in performance.

I also enjoy searching for new good food, local and afar, reading, getting outside, and spending time with my family." 

CrossFit® L-1 Certification

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"I have been active in the fitness community since 2016 and I began coaching in 2022. I mainly lead the early morning classes but you may see me in the evenings at the gym hanging out with some of my favorite people! Community is important to me and I love seeing athletes improve, gain new skills, and push themselves to do things they didn’t think were possible. 

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When not in the gym, I am active in religious studies, spending time with my daughters and being out in nature."

CrossFit® L-1 Certification

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"I am a lifelong athlete, playing baseball in youth teams and high school. I began functional fitness training in 2022 and began coaching in 2026. I'm a coach with a strong background in strength training and performance. I graduated from Virginia Military Institute (VMI) where I developed the discipline, work ethic, and leadership skills that shape my approach to training and coaching. I focus on helping athletes build strength, improve conditioning, and perform at their best. I'm also passionate about nutrition and rehabilitation, helping athletes recover properly, fuel their bodies effectively, and train in a way that supports long-term health and performance. 

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My goal as a coach is to provide the feedback to help athletes reach new levels while creating a supportive and motivating training environment."

CrossFit® L-1 Certification

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"I grew up in the NRV and graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Physical Education and Health. I have worked since 2006 in Law Enforcement. My background in health and fitness dates back to 2013, when I began doing CrossFit®. My love and enjoyment of strength and conditioning was the reason I decided to get my CrossFit® L-1 certification. In addition to coaching at Radford Strength and Fitness, I train local first responders at the Christiansburg Fire and Rescue facility. 

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I spend a majority of my free time outside, kayaking or fishing with my wife and dogs."

"I’m a Southwest Virginia native, Army veteran, athlete, and marketing strategist with a passion for fitness. I’ve been part of the gym community for the past 2.5 years, and what started as a commitment to getting healthier has become a big part of my life. With my background in marketing, I enjoy bringing that experience to the gym by capturing the workouts, the people, the progress, and the moments that make this community special."