Anthony Forte
Coralville,Iowa
Summary
Fitness professional with clinical volunteer experience and training foundation in human anatomy, biomechanics, and kinesiology. Coaches athletes and general population clients using customized programs grounded in movement mechanics. Delivers timely communication and goal-focused support to improve performance and consistency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coach
D1 Training
Coralville, Iowa
01.2025 - Current
- Led high-energy group training sessions and one-on-one coaching, motivating members and ensuring proper movement mechanics while cultivating strong, trusting client relationships.
- Designed and delivered customized strength, speed, and agility programs for athletes and general population clients, enhancing performance and injury prevention.
- Tracked individual athletes' progress and adjusted training protocols based on performance data, fostering a supportive, goal-oriented environment for all age groups and skill levels.
Clinic Volunteer
Team Iowa Physical Therapy
Iowa City, Iowa
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Cultivated trusting relationships with patients while observing clinical assessments and rehabilitation techniques, contributing to improved patient engagement.
- Supported physical therapist by setting up exercises and supervising movement routines, enhancing patient adherence to personalized care plans.
- Maintained hygienic standards by sanitizing treatment tables, exercise machines, and modalities between appointments, ensuring a safe environment for patient care.
Food Service Worker
Iowa Health Care
Iowa City, Iowa
07.2021 - 05.2025
- Coordinated grill, sauté, and oven stations during high-volume service periods.
- Delivered courteous meal service, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Checked temperatures and followed food safety procedures to uphold safe food handling standards.
- Organized food storage in designated containers and areas, minimizing spoilage and preventing cross-contamination.
Cashier/Customer Service
Scheels
Coralville, Iowa
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Processed transactions, returns, exchanges, price adjustments efficiently while exceeding monthly Scheels Visa credit card application targets, and enhancing monthly Scheels Visa credit card application targets, enhancing customer loyalty.
- Resolved complex customer inquiries and service requests, using product and policy expertise to build rapport and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained drawer accuracy during daily cash balancing and managed front-end queues while cross-training new team members on register operations and Visa credit card promotions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa12-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, Iowa05-2025
Skills
- Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer & CPR/AED Certified (American Heart Association)
- Exercise programming
- Clinical Knowledge: Advanced Human Anatomy, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Musculoskeletal Pathology
- Soft Skills: Client interaction, Time management, Program design, and Timely communication
Timeline
Personal Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coach
D1 Training
01.2025 - Current
Clinic Volunteer
Team Iowa Physical Therapy
09.2023 - 05.2025
Cashier/Customer Service
Scheels
01.2022 - 10.2023
Food Service Worker
Iowa Health Care
07.2021 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Iowa
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
Kirkwood Community College