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Bryson Lyday

Bryson Lyday

Mead,OK

Summary

Inspiring Personal Trainer with comprehensive experience preparing and delivering fitness programs based on clients' goals. Friendly and motivational to set positive energy and tone. Skillful in creating actionable fitness plans for clients at all levels.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Trainer

Nautilus
Durant, OK
03.2025 - Current
  • Inspected equipment regularly to ensure it is safe and functioning properly.
  • Educated clients about the benefits of regular exercise and healthy eating habits.
  • Delivered instructions in correct form, technique, and safety during exercise performance.
  • Boot camp instructor targeting fat loss, building muscle, and improving overall health and physical wellness.
  • Certified Personal TrainerISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Strength and Conditioning Specialist (ISSA)
  • CPR/AED Certified (ISSA)

Academy Soccer Coach

Texoma Soccer Club
Sherman, TX
10.2024 - Current
  • Mentored athletes on sportsmanship and teamwork skills in order to build a positive team dynamic.
  • Enforced rules of conduct amongst team members in order to maintain a professional environment.
  • Organized and led drills to improve player technique and tactical awareness.
  • Facilitated communication between players and staff members when issues arise.
  • Evaluated players' performance during practice sessions and games.
  • Created individual training programs tailored to each player's strengths and weaknesses.
  • Developed team strategies, tactics, formations, and set plays for competitive matches.
  • Collaborated with other coaches within the athletic department in order to promote an overall positive school spirit.
  • Provided feedback to athletes on their performance in practice sessions and competitive matches.
  • Communicated with parents regarding their child's development, both athletically and academically.
  • Scheduled practices, games, tournaments, meetings, travel arrangements.
  • Instructed players on proper nutrition habits to optimize physical performance.
  • Instilled love of sport by helping players to fully grasp gameplay.
  • Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
  • Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
  • Improved team behavior by modeling correct actions and instilling discipline.
  • Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
  • Established and maintained a competitive and high-performing team culture.
  • Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
  • Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches, and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
  • Fostered a positive, competitive, and team-oriented environment, promoting sportsmanship and respect among players.
  • Ensured compliance with all league, association, and safety regulations and standards.
  • Maintained open and effective communication with players, parents, and staff to ensure a supportive network.
  • Adapted coaching techniques to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of players.
  • Guided team through difficult situations, player injuries and tough losses.
  • Monitored safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
  • Led drills and exercises focusing on technical skills, tactical understanding, and physical fitness.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs tailored to enhance team performance and individual player development.
  • Led team meetings to set goals, review progress, and address any team or individual concerns.
  • Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.

Lead Gym Instructor

Boys and Girls Club of Durant
Durant, OK
06.2023 - Current
  • Organized and implemented physical education programs for students of all ages.
  • Coached teams in different sports activities such as basketball, volleyball, soccer.
  • Organized special events such as field days or interscholastic competitions.
  • Developed lesson plans to cover a variety of topics such as sports, health, nutrition and safety.
  • Created team-building exercises to help foster collaboration among students.
  • Established rules and regulations for the gymnasium to ensure safe environment for students.
  • Motivated students to participate in physical activities by demonstrating enthusiasm for the subject matter.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between students while maintaining positive classroom environment.
  • Conducted demonstrations of sport techniques and strategies to improve student skills.
  • Helped plan field trips to local parks or other recreational facilities.
  • Instructed students on proper use of equipment and techniques in various activities.
  • Enforced school policies related to behavior management within the gymnasium area.
  • Devised safe and effective exercise strategies based on knowledge of kinesiology, anatomy and biology.
  • Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept and overall safety to avoid injuries.
  • Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order.

Professional Soccer Player

Multiple Portuguese Professional Teams
Barcelos, Portugal
08.2018 - 05.2024
  • Managed nutrition intake to maximize performance levels on the field.
  • Executed tactical plays according to the coach's instructions during matches.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings with coaches and staff members.
  • Maintained fitness through regular practice sessions and gym workouts.
  • Motivated teammates by providing encouragement before and during competitions.
  • Communicated effectively with referees regarding rule interpretations during games.
  • Reviewed match footage to identify areas of improvement in individual skill set.
  • Demonstrated sportsmanship by displaying good behavior while competing.
  • Participated in all the team's practice sessions and times and always arrived on time.
  • Maintained optimal fitness level by training regularly, following nutrition plans and consulting with health professionals.
  • Attended team building and strengthening exercises to build trust and loyalty among team members.
  • Collaborated with team members and coaches to come up with strategies to win games.
  • Spoke frequently with fellow team members and coaches to discuss problems or ideas.
  • Attended scheduled practices and training sessions to improve footwork techniques and team cohesion.
  • Worked with coaches to identify strengths and weaknesses and make adjustments to improve performance.
  • Adhered to healthy diet and good exercise program to maintain physical conditioning.
  • Used consistent training to optimize form and techniques.
  • Moved body with and without ball to maximize impact with balance and coordination.
  • Created goal-scoring opportunities for teammates through intelligent movements, support play and distribution skills.
  • Leveraged multiple body parts to collect, control and manipulate ball.
  • Accepted feedback from coaches and teachers to improve game.
  • Weight trained and performed other exercises to render body capable of withstanding challenges of field.
  • Researched latest trends in soccer tactics, strategies, and equipment technologies.
  • Analyzed opponents' play styles to create effective game plans.
  • Developed a specialized training regimen to improve physical performance.
  • Collaborated with medical staffs regarding injury treatments and rehabilitation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreation Sports Management

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK
12-2024

Skills

  • Fitness assessment
  • Exercise programming
  • Event planning
  • Client education
  • Performance evaluation
  • Client coaching
  • Fitness instruction
  • Goal setting assistance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal Trainer

Nautilus
03.2025 - Current

Academy Soccer Coach

Texoma Soccer Club
10.2024 - Current

Lead Gym Instructor

Boys and Girls Club of Durant
06.2023 - Current

Professional Soccer Player

Multiple Portuguese Professional Teams
08.2018 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Recreation Sports Management

Southeastern Oklahoma State University