Personal Training Biography
Wall of Fame Bench Press Record Holder 405lbs at Hanscom AFB 2011-2019
Most Successful Personal Trainer at Hanscom AFB - 2012-2019
Most Successful Personal Trainer Across All Bases in the Country. - 2016
Number 1 Rated Personal Trainer in Lexington, MA on Google. - 2017
Number 1 Rated Personal Trainer in Massachusetts on Google. -2018
Ten Years of Personal Training Experience - 2019
Personal Training Studio Open Nov 8th, 2019
Wicked Local Readers Choice Award Winner - Best Fitness Studio Lexington 1st Place 2020
Number 1 Rated Personal Trainer in New England on Google 2020
Number 2 Rated Personal Trainer in the USA on Google 2021
Number 1 Rated Personal Trainer in the USA on Google 2022- Present
Best Gyms in Boston - Expertise.com 2021 and 2022
Seven Figures of Personal Training Sold!
One-on-one attention is the core of my personal training philosophy. No two people are the same, so no two workouts should be identical. Group fitness gyms, bootcamps, CrossFit classes, BodyPump workouts, and other high-intensity programs are designed for one thing and one thing only: to make as much money as possible by optimizing space and time. Instead, I decided to create a facility that puts the client first.
The average person isn't prepared for group training. Over the past 20 years, sitting has thrown our bodies out of alignment. We must realign the hips and spine with stabilizing preparation before attempting any complex movement. That's where I come in.
I chose to specialize in training clients with back injuries because it’s something I personally had to overcome. I was born with degenerative disc disease that weakened my spine. When I was 17 years old, I lifted weights that were far too heavy and herniated two discs in the process. In seconds, I went from invincible to injured. Over the next year, I tried physical therapy, acupuncture, and steroid injections, but nothing worked. I had to have double microdiscectomy surgery and completely restart my fitness journey with substantial life changes.
To this day, I have only met one person with a worse back than mine.
Faced with chronic back pain and permanent degeneration, I had to find a job that allowed me to stand instead of sitting at a desk. It hurt, but I still loved working out, so I chose to study and pursue personal training. Over time, I learned from my mistakes and shifted my focus from heavy weightlifting and cross-training to functional movement and core strength.
My practice is specially designed for middle-aged adults with injuries, but I can help clients of all ages and mobility levels. Eppinger Fitness is a private facility with one-on-one instruction and low-impact workouts, so it’s perfect for introverts and COVID-cautious clients.
Relax, be yourself, and learn at your own pace in a safe, supportive space.
GLP-1 Coaching – Guidance from Someone Who’s On the Same Journey
I don’t just coach clients on GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or tirzepatide—I use them myself. That means I understand firsthand the unique challenges and opportunities these powerful tools present for weight loss and metabolic health. I’ve lost over 80 pounds myself, not because of a fast metabolism or perfect genetics, but because of consistent effort, trial and error, and smart training. My GLP-1 Fitness Program is built around preserving lean muscle, managing appetite and energy, and making lasting changes. If you are not carefully planning your weight training program while on these medications, you can expect as much as 30% of the weight loss to come from muscle! However, with a proper program planning out your calorie deficit, eating enough protein, and adequate resistance training, we can keep that number to 5-10%!
Personal Training with Back Pain – From Experience, Not Just Education
As someone who has personally undergone double microdiscectomy surgery for herniated discs, I understand the physical and emotional toll that chronic back pain can take. My approach to personal training is shaped by real-life experience—not just textbooks. I specialize in helping clients with back issues safely rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence. Hiring a trainer who truly understands back pain from both a personal and professional perspective can make all the difference in designing a program that’s effective, sustainable, and safe.