Denis Peterson – Strength Training

I’m Denis Peterson, a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles nerd with over 30 years of fitness experience. Passionate about combining my love for TMNT with a commitment to health, I inspire others to embrace their inner hero and achieve their fitness goals. Join me on a journey of strength, endurance, and turtle power! Cowabunga!

From the age of seven, my dad had my twin brother and me compete in ab workouts like ab wheels, pull-ups, and push-ups. These challenges fostered a healthy rivalry, building our strength and perseverance. His guidance and our competitive spirit laid the foundation for my lifelong commitment to fitness.
I love being around people and am passionate about helping them achieve their goals. Guiding others toward success brings me immense joy and fulfillment. By offering support, encouragement, and practical advice, I strive to make a positive impact, ensuring that everyone I work with finds happiness and satisfaction in their accomplishments. Cowabunga!

Gabriel Jacobs – Functional Strength & Corrective Exercise Trainer

Meet Gabriel, a personal trainer with a passion for helping clients achieve their health and fitness goals. Gabriel has experienced firsthand the transformative power of fitness, via his own weight loss journey, while constantly striving to improve both mental and physical strength.

Gabriel holds three general certifications in fitness, is certified in diet and supplementation, and specializes in corrective exercise. His diverse background in powerlifting, bodybuilding, and CrossFit allows him to design effective and varied training programs tailored to each client’s needs.

Gabriel takes a holistic approach to fitness, focusing not only on physical exercise but also on mental well-being and overall health. Inspired by stoic philosophy, he believes in resilience and mental fortitude in the face of challenges. “What stands in the way becomes the way” is a guiding principle in his training philosophy.

Every client is unique, and Gabriel works closely with individuals to develop personalized training programs that fit their lifestyle, goals, and needs. He understands the importance of discipline and perseverance and is committed to helping clients overcome obstacles and achieve sustainable progress.

Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build strength, or improve your overall fitness, Gabriel has the knowledge, experience, and dedication to help you succeed. Get in touch today to start your fitness journey with a trainer who understands what it takes to achieve lasting results.

Laurin Green – Dedicated and Relatable Personal Trainer

Dedicated and Relatable Personal Trainer –

Hello there, I’m Laurin, and I’m thrilled to be part of the team here at Self Made Costa Mesa, where I serve as a dedicated personal trainer. Whether your goals revolve around weight loss, wellness, or anti-aging, I’m here to be your compass on this transformative journey.

My own path to fitness wasn’t a walk in the park. At my heaviest, I weighed 265 pounds. But through a combination of fitness, adopting a healthier lifestyle, and nurturing mental resilience, I underwent a profound transformation, evolving into the bikini competitor you see before you today. It wasn’t about the duration of the journey, but rather the unwavering commitment to making it happen.

Choosing a coach is a deeply personal decision. You deserve someone who not only understands the challenges you face but has also walked a similar path. I don’t just speak about the journey; I’ve lived it. I’ve grappled with the very struggles you might be facing right now.

Believe me when I say, if I can overcome these obstacles, so can you. The key lies in the fierce determination to pursue your goals relentlessly. I’m here to be more than just a trainer; I’m here to be your ally, your confidant, and your biggest cheerleader.

Your journey begins with a single step, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way. Drop me a message, and let’s embark on this transformative journey together.

MY TRANSITION

Lindsay Schneider – Hypertrophy Coach & Glute Specialist

Hypertrophy Coach & Glute Specialist

My name is Lindsay Schneider, and I am a certified National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer. With over a decade’s worth of experience in the gym, it is my goal to guide and support you through your own personal transformation, inside and out! I personally got into weightlifting over 13 years ago, originally serving as a mental outlet to deal with the many stressors of life, it is now a large part of my life and has shaped me into the woman I am today. Consistent exercise through weightlifting has instilled great discipline in myself, is incredibly empowering and has brought calming mental clarity with every workout.

 

Physical exercise has been proven to be a powerful tool for personal development. Any tension, dissatisfaction or anxiety felt in the body is just energy- energy that what we want to release by literally moving it through the body via exercise. Personally, I find that weightlifting is the absolute best modality to release this energy, as it increases mental focus and clarity (internal) while actually building and sculpting your physique (external). I truly believe that a commitment to routine exercise is one of the fundamental building blocks to a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. It can quite literally transform your internal and external state. I want nothing more than to see my clients transform their bodies and achieve their goals, even goals they may have thought are out of reach, while working with me.

I teach my clients proper weightlifting form, techniques and tempo, resulting in increased confidence in the gym and everyday life. My area of focus when working with clients is weightlifting and I specialize in lower body strength, power and hypertrophy with an emphasis on glute development. I strive to teach my clients mind to body connection, so ultimately, they are able to understand and intuitively know what their body wants and needs. With patience consistency and hard work, I am here to guide you to achieve and exceed your goals!

Shoshanna VanGemeren – Booty Building, Weight Training for Muscle Building

Booty Building, Weight Training for Muscle Building – I help my clients get RESULTS & achieve their health and fitness GOALS with a comprehensive method with in person training, certified over 15 years.My method includes a program of Weight Training sessions specific to client goals, for women helping them shape an amazing physique at any age, as I am over the age of 40 and glute building. Sessions can be done with or without the Neubie machine (Private or Shared). Also includes Cardio plan, Diet plan, and check ins to track progress.I am an IFBB Bikini Pro, actively competing since 2017.

Specialities:Booty Building, Weight Training for Muscle Building, Sessions using the FDA certified Neubie Machine, Weight Loss, Bikini physique

I am one of the few Neubie certified technicians in Orange County. The Neubie machine is used for muscle growth, muscle development and muscle related injury rehabilitation.

Please see the website for more information https://neu.fit/about/When you train with me you get:Fitness professional with over 12 years of full time training experience including Golds Gym, Equinox Sports Club, and owning my own business as an independing trainer since 2018, Sculpted Shoshanna Fitness LLC.

I am an experienced professional, am punctual and prepared with your program. You’ll get confirmation and check in texts before and after your sessions.I love what I do and I care about my clients. I am also committed to helping them achieve their desired results.Fun fact about me: Assisted and trained with Billy Blanks, creator of Tae Bo, for over three years along with being in several workout DVDs.

Steven Sanada – Strength and Conditioning & Weight Loss Coach

Steven Sanada – Strength and Conditioning & Weight Loss Coach – My name is Steven Sanada and I’m a personal trainer here at Self Made Costa Mesa. I have been personal training for over 20 years.I use Strength Training and Muscle Building methods to create solutions for optimal health and longevity.Through program design and accountability, I specialize with older adults and our youth by creating healthy skeletal muscle mass programs that progressively helps people get stronger.

What is your Training Specialty?
Strength and Conditioning, Building Muscle, and Weight Loss