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Eric Felders

Chesterton,Indiana

Summary

Lively Personal Fitness Trainer with outstanding leadership and motivational abilities. Strengths include knowledge of human mechanics and Exercise Type. Reliable and dedicated with a 30-year background. Enthusiastic Personal Fitness Trainer capable of providing personalized attention and professional instruction to maximize clients' health and fitness goals. Adept at tracking and recording data to show the progress of each client. Skilled at counseling clients in the area of nutrition for fat loss and muscle growth. Dedicated Personal Fitness Trainer with experience leading and designing group fitness classes 5 days per week. Adept at providing one-on-one sessions. Expertise in healthy meal preparation, weight management, and weight training. Inspiring Personal Fitness Trainer with comprehensive experience preparing and delivering fitness programs based on clients’ goals. Friendly and motivational with the ability to set a positive energy and tone.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Trainer

Right Approach Performance
Valparaiso, IN
02.2018 - 02.2023

I run the Fitness classes and Youth performance classes to help improve individuals athletic performance.

  • Planned individualized fitness programs and nutrition plans to help clients achieve weight loss goals and improve cardiovascular training effectiveness.
  • Arranged motivational exercise programs to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
  • Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
  • Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Fostered positive workout environment with upbeat energy and professional demeanor.
  • Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.

Trash Truck Driver

Lakeshore trash and recycling
New Buffalo, MI
02.2019 - 06.2021

I was responsible for operating a variety of solid waste vehicles to collect ad transport solid waste and recycling materials.

  • Loaded and unloaded trash bins onto the truck using a hydraulic lift.
  • Drove garbage truck to designated locations in accordance with established routes and schedules.
  • Collected refuse from residential and commercial customers, ensuring that all waste was disposed of properly.
  • Operated compactor to compact collected refuse in order to maximize capacity of the collection vehicle.
  • Performed daily safety checks on trucks including fluid levels, brakes, tires, lights, and turn signals.
  • Reported any maintenance issues concerning the truck's equipment immediately to supervisors.
  • Trained new employees on driving routes, waste management policies, and safe operation of vehicles.
  • Assisted co-workers in completing their tasks when needed during busy times or due to absences.
  • Trained [Number] new drivers in driving garbage trucks and operating garbage sorting equipment.

Personal Trainer

Omni health and Wellness center
02.2006 - 05.2012
  • Created and led custom and group fitness sessions, including Total Body Boot Camp program.
  • Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
  • Supplied clients with list of exercises and activities.
  • Led, instructed and motivated individuals during exercise activities, including cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching.
  • Communicated with clients to determine their goals and performed client assessments.
  • Implemented continuous improvements for scheduling procedures across multiple client calendars and fitness plans.
  • Created individual workout routines based on member fitness level.
  • Provided clients with educational information, including materials on preventative care, nutrition, body mechanics, fitness, stress management and ergonomics
  • Planned small group and individual exercise fitness programs and routines for clients.
  • Arranged motivational exercise programs to promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Education

High School Diploma -

San Diego County Office of Education
San Diego, CA
06.1988

Skills

  • Leadership skills
  • Personal training techniques
  • Current fitness trends knowledge
  • Fitness assessments
  • Fitness equipment operation
  • Results-oriented
  • Nutrition supplement familiarity
  • Responsible
  • AED certification
  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Dedicated
  • Client-focused
  • Training and development
  • Fast learner
  • Wellness coach
  • Personable and friendly

Timeline

Trash Truck Driver

Lakeshore trash and recycling
02.2019 - 06.2021

Personal Trainer

Right Approach Performance
02.2018 - 02.2023

Personal Trainer

Omni health and Wellness center
02.2006 - 05.2012

High School Diploma -

San Diego County Office of Education
Eric Felders