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ABOUT
ME

Hey, I'm Andrew!

My Certifications/Education:

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1. NSCA - Tactical Strength & Conditioning Facilitator.

2. NASM - Certified Personal Trainer

3. CrossFit HQ - CrossFit Level 2 Coach

4. Team USA - Olympic Weightlifting Level 1 Coach

5. TRX - Functional Fitness Coach

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When not training clients or programming for corporate fitness, I serve in the Virginia Army National Guard.

I believe everyone should strive to be as strong as they can. My programming focuses mostly on compound movements, major muscle groups, and accessory exercises. You will find squats, lunges, hip hinges, upper body push, upper body pull, loaded carries, spinal anti-rotation, and spinal anti-flexion. Everything can be modified to accommodate your current fitness level and help you progress to the next level. Whether you need gentle encouragement or a solid push, I can accommodate your needs. Let’s get strong!

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WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?

Below are the different areas of fitness that I can assist you with.

General Fitness

   This area is for anyone that wants to pursue a healthy lifestyle. Workouts are designed to keep all areas of the body functioning well, develop stability, improve health markers, improve body composition, and prevent injury.

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   People that will benefit from this area of focus:

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  • Individuals that are new to exercise and fitness.

  • Individuals that are recovering from injury.

  • Individuals that want to lose weight.

  • Small groups that want to train together.

  • Anyone between the ages of 15 and Up.

At Solid Ground Fitness, I provide personalized coaching and training programs for the General Public, Athletes, and Tactical Athletes. I have provided guidance for individuals from just about every walk of life and helped many people achieve their fitness goals. I also strive to provide the highest quality in job-specific fitness training for Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighters, and Rescue Workers.

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I believe that everyone in a First Responder job has the responsibility to be as physically fit as they possibly can. I believe the more fit you are, the better you can handle the stress and potential dangers of your job and life in general. Your life, and the lives of other people, depend on it. 

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I accomplish this by assessing the needs of each individual and catering my programming to them, the equipment they have available, and their specific goals. Whether your goal is to get stronger, run faster, lose weight, improve your conditioning, or simply live a healthier and fuller life; I am here to help you do that. 

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

This area is for anyone looking to get stronger, faster, and optimize their personal performance. This focus is built on the foundations of progressive overload, power, strength, endurance, and mobility. Take your training to the next level and reach for your highest physical potential. 

 

People that will benefit from this area of focus:

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  •  Veterans of Fitness and Exercise

  • CrossFit Athletes

  • Athletes training for a sport or event

  • Tactical Athletes

  • Individuals that want to lose weight

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OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING

This area is for anyone looking to improve their Olympic Lifting technique and strength. This includes the Snatch, Clean, and Jerk. I will assess your lifting technique and share how you can improve in order to move more efficiently. If you want t hit some new PR's, this is the area for you!

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People that will benefit from this area of focus:

  • Novice Weightlifters

  • Veteran Weightlifters

  • CrossFit Athletes

  • Tactical Athletes

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TACTICAL FITNESS

   I believe that everyone working as a First Responder has the responsibility to be as physically fit as they possibly can. I believe the more fit you are, the better you can handle the stress and potential dangers of your job and life in general. Your life, and the lives of other people, depend on it. This area of focus is for anyone that wants to be, or already is, in the Military or a First Responder. 

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People that will benefit from this area of focus:

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  • Individuals looking to get into or prepare for joining the Military, Police, Fire, or Rescue professions.

  • Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen, Coast Guardsmen

  • Police Officers

  • Firefighters

  • EMT's and Paramedics

Trey W.

Tactical Fitness

Client

"My performance for the academy’s physical performance tests increased greatly. I also had increased muscle mass, and increased energy levels.  Even when I hit the streets as a police officer, I knew that I was physically ready for anything. The progress that I experienced was all because of the work that he put into my training sessions."

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Common Myths, Qustions, & FAQ's

Myth #1: I think I need to lose weight or get in better shape before hiring a coach. 

Reality #1: This mentality is almost always the result of fear. Our brains or designed to maintain the status quo and are resistant to change. This is not actually helpful and usually results in continuing to drag out unhealthy habits that keep you trapped in the same shape that you are unsatisfied with. The healthier option is to get with a coach sooner rather than later so they can help you establish new habits that will move you toward better physical fitness. 

Myth #3: I just need to do more Cardio in order to lose weight.

Reality #3: Cardio can certainly assist in the process of losing weight, but it is by no means the most effective method. A combination of a healthy diet that prioritizes protein intake, coupled with resistance training to build/maintain muscle mass is the a healthier long-term approach. 

Myth #2: I want to be fit but I don't want to get big and bulky. 

Reality #2: Avoiding strength training for fear of getting bulky, is like avoiding cooking your own food because you don't want to become a professional chef. It takes years of intense training to look like that. Resistance training helps to increase LEAN muscle mass which helps to improve body aesthetics and increase metabolism. 

Myth #4: I'm going to have to lift weights every day but I don't have time for that. 

Reality #4: Unless you are training to compete in an intense sport like CrossFit or Bodybuilding, lifting weights every day is unnecessary. Most people only need to lift 3 - 5 days a week, for 45 - 60 minutes. This will allow you to build muscle, reduce fat, and avoid overtraining and excessive fatigue. 

Question #1: Do I need a gym membership? 

Answer #1: No. Training with Solid Ground Fitness does not require a gym membership, however it can be helpful. We recomend either purchasing some basic at-home gym equipment, or joining a gym in order to provide a wide range of exercise options. 

Question #2: How long do I have to commit? 

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Question #3: Do

Answer #3: No.

Question #4: Do

Answer #4: No.

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