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@realgstrength
Giancarlo Regni
Owner / CEO
Degree:
B.S. Clinical Exercise Science (Ithaca College ‘16)
Certifications:
Certified Physical Preparation Specialist (CPPS Lvl 1, 2, and Masters)
Favorite Exercise:
Back Squat
Least Favorite Exercise:
Front Squat
Favorite Book:
Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Sports:
Baseball, Rugby, Powerlifting
I wanted to become the person I needed as a kid. My 1st encounter with a Strength & Conditioning Coach wasn’t until my senior year of high school at Penn Charter. I felt the impact of a great Coach and watched my confidence soar. Ultimately, it changed the course of my life for the better. I figured there was no better way to spend my life’s work than doing the same for others.
If there was 1 myth about Health and Fitness that you could make disappear tomorrow, what would it be and why?
“You need to be in shape before you join a gym” – I think this misconception holds a lot people back. Unfortunately, so many never get started because of it.
If there was 1 myth about Health and Fitness that you could make disappear tomorrow, what would it be and why?
“You need to be in shape before you join a gym” – I think this misconception holds a lot people back. Unfortunately, so many never get started because of it.
@dkocotas
Daniel Kocotas
Facility Leader (Queen Village)
Degree:
B.S. Exercise Science (West Chester University ’12)
Certifications:
CSCS, USAW Lvl2 , Precision Nutrition (PN1)
Favorite Exercise:
DB Bench Press
Least Favorite Exercise:
Anything that hurts my knees
Favorite Book:
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Sports:
Motocross (15 years), Olympic Weightlifting (5 years), Mountain Biking (3+ years)
I want to share the life-changing benefits of strength training, no matter who you are.
If there was 1 myth about Health and Fitness that you could make disappear tomorrow, what would it be and why?
That you need to eat a very restrictive diet and do lots of cardio to “lose weight.” Too many people do endless cardio and eat too little in an effort to be less fat, but eventually quit. People need to understand that by eating like an adult and lifting weights, and doing that forever, they’ll be where they want to be.
That you need to eat a very restrictive diet and do lots of cardio to “lose weight.” Too many people do endless cardio and eat too little in an effort to be less fat, but eventually quit. People need to understand that by eating like an adult and lifting weights, and doing that forever, they’ll be where they want to be.
@chloach__
CHLOE BORGESI
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach
Internship Coordinator
Degree:
B.S. Exercise & Sport Science (Temple University ’21)
Certifications:
CSCS , FRC
Favorite Exercise:
Pull-Ups
Least Favorite Exercise:
Step-Ups
Favorite Book:
Thinking Fast & Slow by Daniel Kahneman
Sports:
Rowing & Powerlifting
Weightlifting is inherently self disciplined and individual. You are entirely responsible for lifting the weight on your own back. Being passionate about a sport/skill wasn’t really introduced to me until my collegiate athletics experience. After experiencing the joy of being passionate about my own progression, I knew coaching would allow me to help others through the same journey.
If there was 1 myth about Health and Fitness that you could make disappear tomorrow, what would it be and why?
Any & all messaging around exercise just being the pursuit of skinny.
Any & all messaging around exercise just being the pursuit of skinny.
@jaredcfitness
JARED CABRERA
Facility Leader
(East Kensington)
Degree:
B.S. Exercise Science (Temple University ’22)
Certifications:
AAAI/ISMA CSCS (Expected January 2023)
Favorite Exercise:
DB Rows
Least Favorite Exercise:
Single-Leg anything
Favorite Book:
Chop Wood, Carry Water by Joshua Medcalf
Sports:
Ultimate Frisbee and Shot Put
I became a coach due to the experiences I had as a teenager. Struggling with insecurities and self-esteem issues, going to the gym and exercising became my escape. Over the course of a couple years, I began transitioning into becoming a personal trainer. I knew that many individuals may have similar, if not, exact reasons to go the gym than I did. However, many struggle to begin/start this journey and therefore struggle to fall in love with it. My duty is to open up that path. Not only see the end, but everything in between. Learning to fall in love with the process opens up endless avenues and constant goals to chase.
If there was 1 myth about Health and Fitness that you could make disappear tomorrow, what would it be and why?
There is no one way approach to exercise and fitness. One of the most important aspects of exercise is the individuality that surrounds it. What you can do in terms of movement capabilities, training history/background may not be the same as the person next to you. Being able to recognize where you are at in your training, and make the necessary/appropriate changes for yourself is crucial for safe and consistent progress.
There is no one way approach to exercise and fitness. One of the most important aspects of exercise is the individuality that surrounds it. What you can do in terms of movement capabilities, training history/background may not be the same as the person next to you. Being able to recognize where you are at in your training, and make the necessary/appropriate changes for yourself is crucial for safe and consistent progress.
@zvlahakis09
Zachary Vlahakis
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (East Kensington)
Degree:
B.S. Exercise & Sport Science (Temple University ‘22)
Certifications:
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) [expected December 2022]
Favorite Exercise:
Deadlift
Least Favorite Exercise:
Bulgarian Split Squat
Favorite Book:
The Poliquin Principles by Charles Poliquin
Sports:
Wrestling, Basketball, Soccer, Baseball
Regardless of biological age, training age, gender, or physical ability, I want to help people grow in a way that encourages appreciation for themselves. For people to see beyond how they are labeled, or how they label themselves. Fitness is about self-care. I want people to feel changed by the work we do together, to walk away with a better appreciation of themselves.
“Weight training is no good if you want to lose weight.”The increase in muscle mass actually increases your body’s energy expenditure. It takes more energy to maintain muscle than fat. This would ultimately help the individual burn more calories during rest, making it easier for them to lose weight.
WE USE STRENGTH AS A VEHICLE TO CHANGE PEOPLE’S LIVES. STRENGTH IS THE TIDE THAT RAISES ALL SHIPS.
There’s more to strength training than defined muscles and a toned physique. Come explore the life-changing benefits of strength training and learn how to leverage the benefits into your everyday life. Become the best version of yourself at G-Strength!
