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Jon Jon
The owner and program director at Legacy Gym, Jon Jon Park has long been recognized as one of the top tier trainers in Los Angeles. A former Olympic swimmer, champion body builder and dedicated fitness professional, he has designed conditioning programs for people at all levels from world class athletes to business leaders to stay-at-home moms. His process begins with a comprehensive body, lifestyle and structural evaluation that is used as a tool to determine an individual's challenges and opportunities. He then designs an overall exercise and lifestyle map that includes a training schedule, nutritional recommendations and an evaluation followup to help his clients reach their health and fitness goals.
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MAK
MAK Takano is the Fitness Director at Legacy Gym. He has over 30 years of experience as a fitness trainer at top fitness facilities around the world. Also, he worked as the Athletic and Strength Coach at the University of Redlands, where he received his B.A. in Physical Education with emphasis in Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology and M.A. in Psychology. He customizes individual programs for clients of all levels from beginners to professional athletes' fitness conditioning to improve muscle tone, strength, stamina and flexibility to increase range of motion and movement also taken from his study of oriental myofascial meridian flow and martial arts. He is currently and has trained world class professional athletes such as Oscar De La Hoya, Miyata and BJ Penn. Mak is also a recommended Physical Fitness Trainer by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and mentored by the great Legend Reg Park. |
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Rick
Rick Barke - Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor
• Fifteen years of experience (13 years with current company).
• Familiarity with people of all ages & fitness levels.
Specializing in high intensity circuit training for improved strength and cardiovascular
conditioning together. These two components of fitness go hand in hand and should be
trained as such. Experience with body image issues and eating disorders as they relate
to exercise."I believe in deemphasizing weight, body fat, and supplementation. Goals
should be about leading a healthy active lifestyle. Eating real healthy whole foods. The
way your body feels will be your barometer for life!
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Stephanie
Stephanie McCusker is originally from Lisbon, Maine. Stephanie has been a competitive athlete for over 16 years in track and field, gymnastics and soccer. Her success in high school track and field earned her a scholarship to a Division I university where she was able to continue her life as a student/athlete. Competing in long jump, triple jump, and the short sprints for the University of Maine, Stephanie collected awards throughout her career including a first place finish at the 2004 New England Outdoor Championships in long jump, a second place finish in long jump and third place finish in triple jump at the 2004 Indoor America East Championships. Stephanie graduated with a B.S. in Kinesiology – Health Fitness including an internship experience in Strength and Conditioning Coaching at Velocity Sports Performance. |
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Simon
Simon Buchannan brings over 20 years of experience from both the European and American perspective to his clients with extensive full spectrum personal training and dietary guidance. Certified in both the UK and the US, Simon is also highly knowledgeable in the areas of anti-aging nutrition, diet, and wellness. Besides all prerequisite certifications for personal training he is a certified Pilates instructor, certified hypno-therapist, and is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the British amateur weight lifting association. body-sculpting techniques, devised to promote proportional physique symmetry. He is a former paratrooper with the British Army and emphasizes intensity of mental focus, and physical application, in training. His approach is characterized by an emphasis upon hard work and discipline.
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Chris
Chris Fain has a sports background in gymnastics/boxing/swimming & track. My hobbies include biking/swimming/hiking & gymnastics. I have alot of experience working with the geriatric population. I have an easy going dispostion & am easy to get along with.My philosophy is that health & fitness is not a quick fix but a lifestyle & you get out what you put in. |
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Dana
Dana Vatanpour has been one of L.A.'s top fitness professionals since 1989. His formal education is from the University of Southern California where he received a Bachelors degree In Exercise Science. He is certified as a trainer and a post rehabilitation trainer and has been a consultant to Advanced Chiropractic Group, providing post rehab services for their patients. |
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Cliff
Cliff Simon is truly a citizen of the world and brings an international passion to his work as a fitness professional. He was born in South Africa but attended finishing school in London where he was a member of the British International Swim team and qualified for the Olympics in the breaststroke and the butterfly. He returned to South Africa from the UK to serve in the Air Force. Upon completion of his two year commitment, Cliff trained as an acrobatic dancer, and performed all over the world including shows at the world famous Moulin Rouge in Paris. After studying martial arts and working out at the Reg Park gym in South Africa, Cliff moved to the United States in 2000 and where he perfected his skills as a personal trainer under the guidance of the International Sports Science Association. Reconnecting with his former swim training partner Jon Jon Park, Cliff was a trainer at World Private Exercise and is now a proud member of the exclusive Legacy training community. And if all of that is not enough, Cliff specializes in kiteboarding and he is a rescue scuba diver.Testimonials > |
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Torre
Torre grew up in Salt Lake City, UT. Being an overweight child he was drawn to training at a young age. As a collegiate athlete, he followed his passion for self improvement through fitness and attained a degree in Exercise Physiology and a CSCS certification. WIth 12 years of training/coaching experience, Torre helps individuals clarify their direction, strategize their actions, upgrade their skills, optimize their environment, and master their psychology in order to successfully achieve their fitness goals. Specializing in metabolic enhancement, working with Torre is sure to be fun, challenging, and realistic.
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