About Jackson
BIOGRAPHY
My name is Jackson, and I am a certified personal trainer with an immense passion for health and fitness. My journey to becoming a personal trainer and pursuing a career in physical therapy began with a life-changing injury.
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During a high school basketball game, I dislocated my patella, which forced me to wear an immobilizing brace for eight weeks. During this experience I fell into a state of depression. I was unmotivated to do anything after being immobile for so long. I was sad knowing it would take a long time to recover from the injury, and that my dream of playing college basketball might be ruined. My epiphany came when I found my niche in physical therapy, where I could immerse myself in sports while helping people rehabilitate their injuries. This experience led me to explore physical therapy as a prospective career.
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During the COVID-19 lockdown, I began pursuing my interests in fitness and health by training for a half-marathon, a full marathon, and an Ironman 70.3-mile triathlon. These experiences taught me resilience, discipline, and grit, which have molded me into the man I am today.
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I also earned my certification as a personal trainer and started my own virtual personal training business. I recognized that a lot of people lacked physical activity during the pandemic, and I recognized how dire it was to get people moving in any way possible. I knew the dangers of being inactive, and losing motivation from my own personal experience. I wanted to help people take care of their bodies and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. I started writing workout programs for my friends and family, and they loved it so much they told their friends, and my business began to bloom. I found myself bonding with my clients and helping them fall in love with their fitness journeys.
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After gaining a solid understanding of fitness, personal training, and motivation, I began posting content on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. I shared my own fitness journey, helpful fitness tips, and some of my expertise on motivation as it pertains to starting a fitness journey. Since then, I have met people all over the world through social media, partnered up with reputable fitness and wellness brands, and have helped thousands of people with their fitness goals.
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I am excited to use my passion and knowledge to help my personal training clients achieve their health and fitness goals. I believe that taking care of your body is essential for physical and mental wellbeing, and I am committed to helping you become the best version of yourself.
CREDENTIALS
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ACE Certified Personal Trainer
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NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
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Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Purdue University
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Concentration in Clinical Exercise Physiology​
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Minor in Psychology
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Certificate in Entrepreneurship
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Graduated Summa Cum Laude in May 2023
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Future Doctor of Physical Therapy from Mayo Clinic (2026)
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Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Purdue University Physical Activity & NeuroCognitive Health Lab
2019
Started my fitness journey
I had always been active in highschool through sports, but I struggled to adapt to life in college. I became inactive, had no outlets for stress, and became depressed.
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It wasn't until I started having chest pains and heart palpitations that my doctor recommended finding healthy outlets for stress, anxiety, and depression.
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I began learning more about fitness, and started exercising regularly. I found instantaneous stress relief, built up my confidence, and fell in love with the journey.
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I developed a passion for setting ambitious goals for myself, and focused on improving little by little, every single day.
Became a personal trainer
2020
I wanted to share my newfound passion for exercise with others. I studied and passed my exam to become a certified personal trainer.
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The COVID-19 pandemic closed down most gyms while looking for my first job as a personal trainer.
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So, I started writing workout programs for friends and family members and they loved them!
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I decided to start publishing workouts to do at home on social media, and began coaching individuals online. The results were astounding, and I fell in love with seeing others achieve their goals.​
Ironman 70.3 triathalon
2021
There is power in pushing yourself beyond what you think you are capable of.
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In 2021 I completed an Ironman 70.3 Triathlon. 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride, and 13.1 mile run. This was the most challenging physical feat I had ever completed at the time.
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My future goals include completing a full, Ironman 140.6 Triathlon, completing all World Major Marathons, and still maintaining muscle mass along the way.
Graduated summa cum laude
2023
I completed a bachelor's of science in kinesiology with a clinical exercise physiology concentration and a psychology minor from Purdue University. Those are all fancy words for, "I learned how to help people of any background live happier and healthier lives through fitness."
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During my time in college, I also conducted research on the effects of exercise on neurocognitive health.
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Now, I am studying to be doctor of physical therapy, and will graduate in 2026.
2024
During my undergraduate studies, I was able to balance being a full time student, working 3 part-time jobs, running an online personal training business, and still having time to pursue my fitness goals.
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One of the most common questions I get is, "How!?"
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I shared my time management strategy, The Daily Betterment Protocol, and helped hundreds of others manage their time more effectively.
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In 2024, I released the Daily Betterment Journal to compliment the protocol.