Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Related Course Work
Community Service
Hobbies and Interests
Philosophy
Affiliations
Interests
Timeline
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Christopher J. Chartrand

Castleton On Hudson,NY

Summary

Philosophy: Fitness is a life-style change. Fitness goals are meant to be fun, attainable, and effective in order to help anyone not only succeed in short term but to enable people to choose fitness as a way of life.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Personal Fitness Trainer

Physical Feats Fitness (DBA)
01.2017 - Current
  • Assisted clients in rehabilitating from injuries or surgeries through carefully designed recovery exercises and stretches.
  • Educated clients on proper form and technique, reducing the risk of injury during workouts.
  • Successfully guided clients through weight loss journeys by designing effective diet plans along with customized exercise routines.
  • Conducted thorough fitness assessments to establish baseline measurements and set achievable goals for clients.
  • Increased client retention by building strong relationships and maintaining a professional demeanor during all interactions.
  • Enhanced gym member satisfaction with one-on-one training sessions and knowledgeable fitness advice.
  • Developed rapport with diverse clientele by understanding their unique backgrounds, motivations, preferences while adjusting coaching styles accordingly.
  • Facilitated group fitness classes, promoting camaraderie among participants and fostering a positive workout environment.
  • Regularly communicated with clients outside of scheduled sessions to provide support, encouragement, and check-ins regarding their progress.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
  • Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
  • Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
  • Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
  • Improved client fitness levels by creating personalized workout plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.
  • Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and kickboxing classes.

Senior Computer Operator

NYS Assembly OADP
11.2021 - 12.2024

Computer and Printing Systems Operations

NYS OITS
02.2020 - 11.2021

Music Ministry

VA Stratton Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2020
  • Looking to return someday
  • It is a great way to serve our Vets

Race Director

Castleton Kiwanis Clove Run
01.2006 - 01.2017
  • But Still Involved, it raises money for the local food pantry

Technology Service Division

KeyBank
01.1996 - 01.2008

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education/History Interdepartmental Studies

College of Saint Rose
05.2000

Associates in Arts -

Hudson Valley Community College
05.1993

Skills

  • Periodization planning
  • Corrective exercise strategies
  • High-intensity interval training
  • Balance and stability training
  • Functional movement training
  • Plyometric training expertise
  • Post-rehabilitation training
  • Group fitness instruction
  • Endurance training methods
  • Circuit training design
  • Cardiovascular fitness development
  • Resistance training principles
  • Aerobic conditioning techniques
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Personal training and coaching
  • Boot camp training

Certification

  • 12/14/24, NASM Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
  • 06/05/23, Adult CPR/AED w/Infant Child CPR, American Red Cross, 06/2025
  • 05/14/05, AFAA - Primary Group Exercise Inst. & Certification, Expired But Experienced
  • 09/08/04, NESTA - Certified Personal Fitness Trainer

Related Course Work

  • Wellness – a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle emphasizing five components addressing individual general health: social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and physical.
  • Weightlifting - training on a Universal system learned about varying sets, reps, and resistance with rest periods between sets, geared toward strength gains.
  • Nautilus – basic principles of resistance training form, sets, and reps as related to this type of resistance training equipment, geared toward muscle definition.
  • Self-Defense – basic martial arts techniques.

Community Service

Race Director, Castleton Kiwanis Clove Run, 2006 - 2017, Still involved, it raises money for the local food pantry.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Music
  • Strength training
  • Running
  • Reading

Philosophy

Fitness is a life-style change. Fitness goals are meant to be fun, attainable, and effective in order to help anyone not only succeed in short term but to enable people to choose fitness as a way of life.

Affiliations

  • 2024 -NASM Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
  • 2005 HMRRC Hudson Mohawk Road Runners
  • 2006 CRRC Castleton Road Racing Commission

Interests

  • Gym Workouts
  • Enjoy participating in [Running] for overall physical and mental well-being
  • High-Intensity Interval Training
  • Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation

Timeline

Senior Computer Operator

NYS Assembly OADP
11.2021 - 12.2024

Computer and Printing Systems Operations

NYS OITS
02.2020 - 11.2021

Certified Personal Fitness Trainer

Physical Feats Fitness (DBA)
01.2017 - Current

Race Director

Castleton Kiwanis Clove Run
01.2006 - 01.2017

Music Ministry

VA Stratton Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2020

Technology Service Division

KeyBank
01.1996 - 01.2008

Associates in Arts -

Hudson Valley Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Education/History Interdepartmental Studies

College of Saint Rose
Christopher J. Chartrand