Allen Guevarra
San Diego,CA
Summary
Expert in tactical strength and conditioning with 10 years of extensive experience in developing comprehensive fitness programs. Led initiatives that enhanced training performance and morale among military personnel while collaborating with medical and leadership teams to support injury recovery and readiness. Dedicated to advancing human performance through strategic program implementation.
Overview
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Certification
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11
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Performance Specialist
US Navy
San Diego
01.2026 - Current
- Led design and execution of periodized strength and conditioning programs for active-duty personnel and elite military athletes, improving physical readiness scores.
- Implemented targeted remediation programs (e.g., Fitness Enhancement Program), increasing PRT pass rates by 20% and reduced failures by 70%.
- Developed targeted training programs that enhanced team skills and improved operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with medical providers to support injured personnel, improving return-to-duty timelines by 20% and reducing re-injury rates.
- Advised command leadership on human performance initiatives, influencing program improvements that optimized resource allocation by 80%.
- Collaborated with departments to establish and refine performance metrics and standards, driving alignment across teams.
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton
01.2018 - 01.2026
- Based on the mission of Semper Fit Headquarters, developed, refined, and taught the Warrior Athlete Readiness and Resiliency courses for thousands of marines and taught them how to safely run and develop their training programs to improve their training performance for their marines.
- Developed and taught Warrior Athlete Readiness and Resiliency courses for thousands of marines, guiding them in safely running and developing training programs to enhance overall training performance.
- Collaborated with Battalion Force Fitness Instructors to enhance fitness levels of over 1000 marines in the Body Composition Program and Remedial Conditioning Program, ensuring compliance with Marine Corps fitness standards.
- Collaborated with Naval Medicine to help develop a Return to Readiness program that focused on the post-rehabilitation phase of their medical plan to help over 100 active-duty members return to duty.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Active Duty Recreation to assist and develop meal prep classes for human performance and weight loss, and Camp Pendleton Athletics Department to develop and run fitness events to over 500 marine participants throughout the fiscal year.
- Utilized body composition equipment like BodPod, DEXA, and InBody to measure body fat, creating tailored training plans and dietary recommendations to improve body composition for thousands of marines onboard Camp Pendleton.
Fitness Specialist
Marine Corps Community Services MCAS Miramar
MCAS Miramar
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Developed and delivered specialized fitness programs for individuals with unique personal challenges and limitations, such as disabled veterans, active-duty military personnel, and dependents and helped improve their overall physical well-being and quality of life.
- Increased personal training sales by over $10,000 during two years at MCAS Miramar Semper Fit.
- Created and led group fitness classes targeting cardiovascular fitness, strength, and mobility for active duty, dependents, and retirees.
- Facilitated fitness workshops and seminars for active-duty military personnel and families, educating them on physical fitness and providing tools to enhance well-being.
Education
MS - Applied Exercise Science
Concordia University of Chicago
River Forest, ILBS - Kinesiology Emphasis in Fitness Specialist
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Developed a comprehensive strength and conditioning program that educated and improved the training performance and morale of active-duty patrons by utilizing services such as fitness programs and human performance programs
- Worked closely with Naval Medicine’s SMART Clinic physical therapists and improve and develop the Return to Readiness Program which helped train and aid 400 marines and sailors a year to return to the workforce post-rehabilitation
- Collaborated with area commanders on developing training programs focused on improving all aspects of human performance on a unit level
- Utilized my background in human performance, project management, and business operations to develop comprehensive programs based on military needs and the mission of the agency
- Deployed effective solutions to improve tactical performance and enjoyment for military members and their families
Affiliations
- NSCA – National Strength and Conditioning Association
- USAW – USA Weightlifting
- FRS – Functional Range Systems
Certification
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, 01/01/19
- Certified Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator, 01/01/19
Training
- Extensive human performance training specializing in fitness programming.
- Proficiency in sports performance modalities such as Olympic Lifting, Sleep Coach Training, and Functional Range Mobility Conditioning. (120 hrs)
Timeline
Human Performance Specialist
US Navy
01.2026 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Marine Corps Community Services Camp Pendleton
01.2018 - 01.2026
Fitness Specialist
Marine Corps Community Services MCAS Miramar
01.2016 - 01.2018
MS - Applied Exercise Science
Concordia University of Chicago
BS - Kinesiology Emphasis in Fitness Specialist
San Diego State University