Champion Testimonials

"As a non-traditional student at the age of 51, I’ve come to realize that you can still have the passion to accomplish very difficult goals, including re-directing my own career path to one in health and fitness. After attending a two-day workshop, I have to admit that I am thoroughly impressed by not only the exceptional instruction by the NASM Master Instructors, but the OPT model of stability, strength and power--it is an absolute winner."

Thomas Matt, CPT
Owner, GRT Fitness and Wellness

"I have been with NASM since 1997, and have found its evidence-based, scientific approach to be light years ahead of competitors. The OPT™ model has proven time and time again to heed great results in the highly combative sport of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). As health and fitness professionals, we often encounter alternative performance improvement programs that not only lack evidence and science, they fall short in meeting necessary training adaptations. The use of OPT’s corrective exercise protocol has allowed me to not only decrease injury in the athletes I work with, it has allowed my fighters to experience great increases in stabilization, strength and power,  allowing for ultimate translation into the octagon. Thanks NASM!"

Brian Richardson, M.S., NASM CPT, PES, California
Co-founder Dynamic Fitness High Performance Kinesiology

"The successes my son Jake has achieved since becoming an NASM certified personal trainer have made his father and I very proud! After only one year in the field he was voted 'Personal Trainer of the Year' in Jackson County, and he began participating and placing in health and fitness competitions. We love that he found a career that speaks to his passion for health and fitness. Thanks NASM for the support you've offered him!

Carol Edwards, mother of NASM CPT

"I’ve found the NASM PES course to be an outstanding tool for performance enhancement for all levels of clients and athletes. I consider it to be the best training I’ve had in years!"

Allen Branch, NASM CPT, PES, Head Coach – Veritas Sports Academy

"NASM has been an unparalleled education provider to myself and my staff. The OPT model has helped us provide our athletes with the best possible training and corrective strategies to keep them on the court."

Aaron Nelson, Head Athletic Trainer, Phoenix Suns

"I've obtained numerous certifications from nationally recognized organizations, but NASM is simply the best. NASM has given me scientific, progressive knowledge that I apply to all of my client programs."

Patrick Murphy, NASM CPT, CES

"I definitely think that other RDs should become an NASM CPT! It is a great opportunity to broaden your spectrum of knowledge and expertise and provide a higher quality of service to your patients and clients."

Justine Sellers, RD, NASM CPT

"NASM's CPT and PES courses have provided me with the tools necessary to develop comprehensive, evidence-based performance training programs for the firefighters with whom I proudly serve."

John Metzger, Firefighter, NASM CPT, PES

"I cannot express how happy I am with the knowledge that NASM has given me. One thing that stands out the most to employers, other than my degree, is seeing NASM on my resume. The OPT model has helped me to assess and train individuals to their maximum performance levels safely and effectively.
Thank you!"

Rene Moreno, BS, NASM CPT, Houston, Tx

"I have been in the group exercise and training industry for over 14 years. Since being certified with NASM, I have incorporated corrective exercises and a higher level of functional training into my clients' programs. I must admit, NASM has taught me the broadest spectrum of tools and techniques that I use today. I work with sedentary adults, children, seniors, pre and post pregnancy, post-rehabilitation, physically handicapped, diseased populations, and professional athletes. In the past, I was a fitness manager of an elite training staff and I always requested that every trainer had an NASM certification. The NASM certification brings a level of competency to a fitness facility that cannot be matched."

Cindy Feltman Angulo, NASM CPT, Arizona

"I work as a Divisional Fitness Manager for Fitness First in the UK. We have chosen NASM above all other training providers to educate our staff across the UK. We have more than 170 sites across the UK and 500 clubs outside of the UK. Our trainers feel inspired by the NASM OPT model and quickly see how it is going to put them ahead of the competition in their respective club. To sum it up, NASM has changed the way I train and train other people but most of all it is opening the eyes of the industry in the UK."

Alan Holl, NASM CPT, England

"Although I've worked for a large health club chain in several different capacities for over 7 years, I only recently completed my NASM CPT. Thank goodness I did, because it's changed my career path entirely! I chose NASM for a couple of reasons; First, I feel as though it's the very best of the certifications offered. And second, my company endorses it wholeheartedly!"

Julie Schott, NASM CPT, Kansas

"As an exercise physiologist and trainer, I have always placed a strong emphasis on the "science" of exercise. The National Academy of Sports Medicine's OPT system has cutting edge training protocols that are backed by sound science and research! That has made all the difference!  Go for gold, get NASM certified!"

Roger J. Yasin, NASM PES, CES, Washington, DC
The 100 Best Personal Trainers in America,
Top Personal Trainers in Washington, DC

"I felt like I didn't have the competitive edge to make a lasting impact in the personal training industry. I would struggle to see what other trainers were doing and what I wasn't doing. I finally realized that the one major thing that NASM offered, that most other certifications didn't offer was Corrective Exercise as well as Optimum Performance Training. Keep up the great work NASM as you continue to lead the fitness industry and change the lives of many for years to come!"

Ralph Arellanes, NASM CPT, New Mexico

"The NASM PES program is a very influential educational program which I've applied to athletic training. Now, I am addicted to this program! I am applying what I've learned in my career. Both South Korean league soccer players as well as other amateur players who have experienced the application of the PES program tell me that they are feeling in overall better condition after they finish their PES training sessions. I really appreciate NASM's educational support."

Woo-Chae Yoon, NASM PES, South Korea

"I was searching for CPT courses to take and I came across the NASM website. The information was well presented and the credentials of NASM were outstanding. It has been a life long dream to become a trainer for the NBA and I knew having NASM credentials would take me there."

Andrew Swinkoski, NASM CPT, PES, CES, Connecticut

"As an athletic trainer with the Chicago Cubs, I applied the information and principles from the Performance Enhancement Specialist program with great results. This course made me an even better athletic trainer and the players respected me even more."

Esteban Melendez, MS, ATC, LAT, NASM PES, CES, Florida

"I cannot say enough good things about being an NASM CPT. Prior to becoming a personal trainer, I was a police officer. In 1996 my life was changed when I lost my leg in the line of duty. I had always been an avid basketball and volleyball player and fitness enthusiast, and after the incident I rediscovered a passion for fitness. It facilitated my recovery, in both body and spirit. Throughout my journey I discovered how personal training through the NASM program can truly change lives."

Matthew Provencher, NASM CPT, Virginia

"I read a lot of magazines and articles trying to learn more of the proper form and technique of lifting and different movement patterns. But I didn’t really “get it” until I took the NASM CPT course... Knowing that there were many certifications to choose from, I did a lot of research on the Internet to find the one that was the most in-depth and respected... I just liked the integrated approach NASM taught."

Jeremy Cheung, NASM CPT, California

"I had been a trainer and in the business for approximately 13 years and carried three other certifications ... They were helpful, but I knew I needed something to augment and enhance my knowledge ... NASM provided this. Due to the educational opportunities and leadership provided by NASM, I have been greatly enhanced as a trainer, simply because it is effective and builds upon itself."

Dan Cordell, NASM CPT, PES, CES, Georgia