I began my life-long physical fitness journey growing up in Hallsville, MO. In high school, I discovered martial arts, more specifically, Tae-Kwon Do. Weight bearing exercise, calisthenics and running became an integral part of my training.
 
After high school I joined the Navy where I became an Electronics Warfare Operator and a Search and Rescue swimmer. Knowing of my passion and knowledge base in fitness and nutrition, my shipmates sought my advice for their exercise and diet regimens. I spent those four years traveling the world and gaining what would be my first experience in personal training.
 
In 2001, after completing my Navy commitment, I returned to Columbia where I met my wife, Callie. She encouraged me to strive for my goal of obtaining a Personal Trainer certification.
 
In the years that followed, I joined the Naval Reserves and became the Physical Fitness Testing Coordinator for my unit. I obtained my Personal Trainer certification with the American Council on Exercise in 2005 and continue to expand my knowledge base and keep up with the latest in fitness trends.