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Toby Michel – Personal Trainer in San Marcos

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Toby Michel – Personal Trainer in San Marcos

Personal Trainer in San Marcos – What’s up guys? I’m Toby, a personal trainer here at Self Made San Marcos. I started my fitness journey 3 years ago when I realized I needed to make a change for the better.  Diving in head first I hit my share of speed bumps, however nothing stopped me in my pursuit to a healthier, better life. Through my journey I have lost over 100 pounds of fat, cultivated strength I never thought I could obtain, and built habits that enable me to live a productive happy life. My goal is to give back and help people on their journey.I believe everyone has their own avenue they can travel through fitness. I am here to help guide you in that right direction. One of the most crucial aspects is building consistency which will start to be cemented in you once we start working together towards your goals. Whether you are just starting out your fitness journey.



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Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text]Hello, My name is Ron Machingo. I’m 62 years old. I have been a Sports Therapist for 12 years and a fitness coach for 6 years. I established my businesses located in the San Marcos Facility nearly 5 years ago, shortly after its opening. My greatest desire in the Fitness world is to be known as an educator, motivator and successful as a Therapist and fitness entrepreneur.Many years ago as I worked with a great pastor growing a small church, I remember a visiting missionary pulled me to the side and told me God gave me hands that will heal people and don’t waste that gift. I can tell you at the time I thought “oh yea, right, I’ll be a doctor “ lol.. Life went on from then till now.Today I feel that prophetic word is coming to pass. As a Sports Therapist, Corrective Exercise Specialist and Health and Fitness Coach I have seen my hands at work and I’m loving every minute I can help and I’m watching people move better and regain a pain free life again. It fills my heart with so much happiness and satisfaction. No one can tell me I’m in the wrong place.I can only say to you, as it took many years to see this pass for me, reach into your heart deeply and find what hints god is sending you to help provide your direction. We are all seeking that happiness and enthusiasm in our life. Don’t let worldly things like Money, Instagram and Facebook direct or create your success. It’s all only temporary, like many things in this world. There is a more powerful way, a more meaningful and long lasting way. Through God’s Blessings. May God Bless You Today!Please work to be happy and healthy in your mind, body and most importantly, your soul.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text]Hi there darlin! Name's Erika; I am an experienced fitness training professional with a background in strength training/bodybuilding, weight loss, and overall lifestyle change. For the past five years I’ve been living a full-time lifestyle focused on health and wellness.My interests surrounding health and fitness began at an early age when my grandfather and mother both suffered from strokes. Witnessing the power of preventative strategies filled me with the determination to live a healthy lifestyle, motivating me to commit to training and physical activity.I then took that passion and determination to the next level while I was deployed in Afghanistan. The physical and mental demands of the situation I found myself in drove me to pursue fitness more vigorously, as a means of maintaining mental stability while in a combat zone and recovering from a tumultuous relationship. The gym became my safe haven, center of growth, and source of strength.My experience in Afghanistan further developed my passion for health and greater purpose. Upon returning, I dedicated myself to specialist training in bodybuilding, strength training, and lifestyle adaptation. I now don full time employment in the fitness industry, helping my clients reach their physical, mental, and emotional goals.My main objective as a professional fitness trainer is to help my clients live healthier, happier, and balanced lives. I am highly motivated and strive to create meaningful relationships that support my clients in achieving a healthier, fit, and active lifestyle. For me, nothing has greater value than helping others reach and exceed their potential through physical, spiritual, and emotional training.It would be my pleasure to be a part of your journey to health, fitness, and a loving relationship with your own body![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" font_container="tag:h2|font_size:18|text_align:center" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_column_text]Ignacio Diaz - Strength Training Coach - I would say that my fitness training path began in high school. After spending most of my school years being bullied, I finally decided to do something about it. I began exercising at home when I was 17 years old and I began to build my physical strength. Soon after, I began weight training and that’s when my muscle growth became very noticeable to me. Without realizing it, I was not only training my body but my whole being! My self-confidence grew substantially and I finally felt like I had a voice to be heard. This is why I want to share my experience and knowledge in all things fitness. I want to give the same life changing confidence to all of my clients.Over the last twenty years I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge from my own fitness trainers, personal research, time spent in the gym observing, as well as the pursuit of my NASM (National) certification in personal training. I will dedicate myself to ensure that each of my clients have a goal specific program that is tailored just for each of you. I am very detail oriented and I will use that same personality trait to get down to the nitty gritty in order to determine the best path forward for you. I am going on 13 years of being a father and that has developed my character to be a better trainer for you. I am nurturing, patient, empathetic, and I always like helping others. Whether you’re looking for a short-term summer weight loss program, an increase in strength&endurance, or to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle, I can help. Let me know a little bit about yourself and I will create the plan for you. I can also guide you through the process if you would like some direction with setting your SMART goals. We can always adjust our focus as we move forward and I get to know you. Please reach out so I can be a guide for you on your fitness journey.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]