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BRANDEN BRINEGAR-COSTON

Portland,OR

Summary

I am a dedicated and passionate fitness professional seeking an online fitness and nutrition coaching position with a decade of experience in the health and fitness industry. With a personal transformation that saw me lose 120lbs, instilling a passion for exercise and nutrition science. I possess a profound understanding of the physical and mental challenges individuals face in their fitness journeys. My expertise extends to diverse client populations including athletes, military aspirants, post-surgery patients, and individuals seeking weight loss, strength, and longevity. I am entirely dedicated to making sure that my clients not only get results but also ensure that they develop their own personal way of sustaining those results enjoyably and practically for life.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Trainer

Crunch Fitness
Portland, OR
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
  • Motivated clients to reach their personal best by providing positive reinforcement.
  • Maintained records of client's performance data such as weight loss, muscle gain.
  • Scheduled appointments with clients and communicated effectively with them via phone or email.
  • Organized group classes for small groups or large groups depending on client's preferences.
  • Encouraged clients to take part in activities outside the gym to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
  • Recommended products such as dietary supplements or heart rate monitors when necessary.
  • Researched new training methods, trends, equipment., to stay up-to-date on industry standards.

Fitness Coach

Self Employed Web
Portland, OR
04.2016 - Current
  • Created and managed online content related to fitness and nutrition.
  • Provided support and guidance on nutrition, lifestyle habits, and exercise regimens.
  • Monitored progress of clients through regular check-ins and assessments.
  • Organized virtual group sessions for clients to discuss training methods, healthy eating tips, and other topics related to health and wellness.
  • Conducted weekly one-on-one consultations with clients to review progress and adjust plans accordingly.
  • Gave advice about how best to incorporate physical activity into daily life.
  • Kept up-to-date records of each client's progress in an organized manner.

General Manager

LA Fitness
Hillsboro, OR
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
  • Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.

Personal Trainer

24 Hour Fitness
Portland, OR
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
  • Provided instructions in proper form, technique, and safety when performing exercises.
  • Created nutritional plans that support overall health goals of clients.
  • Educated clients about the benefits of regular exercise and healthy eating habits.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.

Personal Training Director

LA Fitness
Phoenix, AZ
02.2010 - 01.2013
  • Assisted with the recruitment process by interviewing potential personal trainers and selecting qualified candidates.
  • Supervised personal trainers during sessions with clients to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Conducted assessments of new members to determine their fitness level prior to recommending an appropriate program.
  • Developed marketing strategies for promoting services offered at the gym or facility.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining financial records and preparing reports for management review.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Health And Fitness

Portland State University
Portland, OR

Skills

  • Lifestyle coaching
  • Fitness instruction
  • Nutritional guidance
  • Human anatomy expertise
  • Exercise program design
  • Client progress evaluation
  • Fitness program development
  • Strength training
  • Nutrition and weight loss management
  • Injury prevention techniques

Certification

  • NASM Personal Training Certification
  • ISSA Personal Training Certification

Timeline

Personal Trainer

Crunch Fitness
10.2023 - Current

General Manager

LA Fitness
05.2022 - 09.2022

Personal Trainer

24 Hour Fitness
06.2016 - 09.2017

Fitness Coach

Self Employed Web
04.2016 - Current

Personal Training Director

LA Fitness
02.2010 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Science - Applied Health And Fitness

Portland State University
BRANDEN BRINEGAR-COSTON