Matthew Ptashnik
Cortlandt Manor,New York
Summary
Certified Personal Trainer offers 3 1/2 years of experience guiding diverse clients to successfully achieve health and wellness goals. Results-oriented and adaptable with passion for designing training and nutrition plans to maximize performance, improve endurance and increase overall wellbeing. Strategic thinker with exceptional health and wellness expertise.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Lehman College, CUNY
Lehman College, Cuny
12.2022 - Current
- Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Performed routine data analysis to correct and verify data entry.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Conducted standardized experiments in controlled settings and obtained useful, valid results.
- Assessed data using scientific methods while following important specifications.
- Participated in lab meetings
Personal Trainer
Own Business
Westchester NY
02.2020 - Current
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
AAU Basketball Head Coach
Greenwich Stars Basketball Orginization
15 E Putnam Ave #450, Greenwich, CT 06830
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
- Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.
- Developed strong framework and policies for effective basketball program.
- Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
Pizza Delivery Driver
Amici's Pizza & Restaurant
1099 N Division St #1847, Peekskill, NY 10566
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Interacted professionally with customers in person or by phone and acted with sense of urgency to drive positive customer experience.
- Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints.
- Met promised delivery times consistently by using GPS software to spot and avoid traffic delays.
- Planned optimal routes to deliver multiple orders per trip and achieve strong performance ratings.
- Followed delivery procedures such as remaining alert and aware of surroundings, learning delivery area and checking orders for quality and accuracy to promote food and service quality.
- Maintained organized, safe and clean work areas and complied with company safety and security standards.
- Processed payments by accepting cash, checks and credit and debit card payments.
Summer Camp Counselor
Town Of Cortlandt Recreation
1 Heady Street, Office # 11, Cortlandt Manor, NY 1
06.2014 - 08.2019
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY12.2023
Skills
- Relationship and Community Building
- Healthy Lifestyle Advocacy
- Cooperative Attitude
- Merchandise Stocking and Replenishing
- Clinic Planning and Leadership
- Game Coordination
- Practice Planning and Management
- Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Player Evaluation
- Drill Administration
- Safety Demonstrations
- Resourcefulness
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Lehman College, CUNY
12.2022 - Current
AAU Basketball Head Coach
Greenwich Stars Basketball Orginization
06.2020 - 08.2022
Personal Trainer
Own Business
02.2020 - Current
Pizza Delivery Driver
Amici's Pizza & Restaurant
03.2019 - 08.2021
Summer Camp Counselor
Town Of Cortlandt Recreation
06.2014 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lehman College of The City University of New York