Derek has been in the health and fitness industry for over 16
years. His passion for sports, health, fitness and
nutrition has motivated him to become one of the elite personal
trainers in New York City. Derek is a competitive runner,
accomplished weight trainer, cyclist and kite surfer whose
athleticism is the foundation for his achievements. Derek
emphasizes education as the key to fitness success. His
instruction focuses on form, as well as diversity in order to
maximize results.
He has helped change the lives of individuals from all
different backgrounds including pre and post partum moms,
corporate executives, doctors, celebrities, those new to
exercise as well as the elite athletes. His ability to motivate
individuals through continued support and encouragement only
adds to his success. He combines current and past
experiences, with his extensive knowledge of exercise science,
anatomy, weight training, cardiovascular, and nutrition to
ensure his sessions are new, exciting, and challenging.
Some of his accomplishments include:
- Founder of
NYC Fitness Experts Personal Training Services
- Co-founder of
Go Green
Bootcamp
- Competitive 5K, 10K, 1/2 marathon, marathon and
biathlete
- Celebrity Trainer - Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman
- Fitness Model for Champion Athletic wear and Today Show
segment.
- Fitness Director for three Gold's Gym (trained over 70
in-house trainers)
- ISSA (International Sports & Sciences Association)
Certified Personal Trainer II (CFT II) / Advanced CPR
certified through American Heart Association
- ISSA Specialist In Performance Nutrition (SPN)
- Aerobics and Group training certified
- Member of NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning
Association)
- Bachelor of Science from North Carolina State University
