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Cory Rutherford

Watertown

Summary

Dedicated ISSA-Certified Personal Trainer with a proven record of personal strength and physique development, including multiple personal records in powerlifting and hypertrophy-focused programs. Leverages years of consistent training discipline to design effective, goal-oriented fitness programs and motivate clients. Combines a strong professional work ethic and organizational expertise with a passion for helping others achieve measurable fitness results.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Records Management

Oswego County Government
Oswego
02.2024 - Current
  • Designed and led staff training sessions on new systems, demonstrating ability to teach complex concepts in simple, actionable steps — directly transferable to client instruction in the gym.
  • Managed and organized 500,000+ files across departments, showcasing discipline, attention to detail, and long-term program adherence.
  • Engaged with the public to provide records support, developing strong customer service and client-relations skills.

Business Services Representative

The WorkPlace of Jefferson County
Watertown
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Built partnerships and conducted outreach with employers — parallels the networking and client acquisition trainers do to grow a book of business.
  • Organized large-scale job fairs and community events, demonstrating event planning and group leadership skills useful for classes or bootcamps.
  • Worked one-on-one with individuals to match them with job opportunities, reflecting coaching and motivational abilities needed in training.

Personal Fitness Experience

Training Industry
  • 5+ years of consistent gym training focused on hypertrophy, powerlifting, and functional fitness.
  • Developed and maintained progressive programs for muscle gain and fat loss.
  • I guided friends and peers on form correction, injury prevention, and program adherence.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY
05-2022

Skills

  • Fitness Training & Program Design (strength training, hypertrophy, weight loss, functional fitness)
  • Gym Safety, Spotting, & Injury Prevention
  • Client Communication & Motivation
  • Social Media Marketing (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) for Fitness Branding & Client Engagement
  • Tech Savvy with Fitness Apps, Wearables, and Online Coaching Platforms
  • Strong Public Speaking, Interpersonal, & Teaching Skills
  • Adaptability: Able to translate complex concepts into simple, actionable steps

Certification

  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), valid through 2027
  • CPR/AED Certified — ISSA

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Director of Records Management

Oswego County Government
02.2024 - Current

Business Services Representative

The WorkPlace of Jefferson County
11.2022 - 02.2024

Personal Fitness Experience

Training Industry

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Le Moyne College