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ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer, Nutrition Certification, Tennessee Firefighter Academy, Life Guarding
Johnathon has been a personal trainer for the past five years focusing primarily on strength and conditioning style training which includes balance and good posture. His personal skills of sprinting and fast reflexes go hand in hand with his training. Johnathon's nutrition certification has also been valuable to his clients with a focus on proper nutrition for fuel and weight loss when that is a goal.
Johnathan grew up on a farm in Gallatin so it is not surprising to learn that his hobbies include camping and archery. His past sports include state tennis, wrestling and he is competitive in paintball. Johnathan also enjoys drumming and has competed in bodybuilding placing second in his first show!
Johnathon enjoys helping others discover their true strength mentally and physically. He designs personalized workouts to fit the needs of each client so they may achieve their goals. Johnathon strives to encourage, support, and challenge clients to feel strong, confident and to find exercises they truly enjoy so come visit him at Body Shop Fitness.
By the way, don't be surprised if you find Johnathon occasionally on a longboard around town.
Bachelors of Science, Major: Exercise Science, National Association of Sport Medicine (NASM), Functional Movement Systems (FMS) Level 1
Keith Bowman was born in Knoxville, Tn and raised in Chattanooga, Tn. Keith grew up playing football, basketball, baseball and taekwondo. He always loved sports as a child but really got interested in the health industry during his senior year of high school while recovering from an ACL injury playing basketball. Keith's passion grew deeper for fitness, more specifically sports performance, as he attended Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). He graduated from MTSU with a Bachelors' of Science in the spring of 2017. Keith has quickly become a consummate fitness industry professional as a result of his love to continuously learn how to better take care of the body; we only get one. He is very passionate about sharing this knowledge with his clients. During his free time, you can find Keith working out, playing either of his two favorite sports (basketball and football) or playing a video game with some type of sport or martial arts theme.
Rape Aggression Defense, Krav Maga self defense, security
Bill Wright is currently a certified RAD (Rape Aggression Defense) Instructor. Teaching independent classes at Belmont, David Lipscomb, TSU, and also at local community groups and churches.
Actively training in Krav Maga and working in Risk Management, Claims Management and Security with experience in urban security as a rescue professional and K9 Handler.
Dr. Sharp is a graduate of Purdue University and Palmer College of Chiropractic.
Dr. Sharp has been helping people through chiropractic care for 20 years. He was inspired to pursue chiropractic as a profession when he was injured on the football field in high school. A doctor told his mother to pull him from the sport; however, a chiropractor treated him and got him back on the field. He learned young -- chiropractic works!
ATHLETE
Dr. Sharp is an accomplished athlete. Most notably, a bronze medal winner in the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. His 4-man bobsled team helped break a 56 year medal drought for the sport. Before bobsledding, Dr. Sharp attended Purdue University on a Track & Field scholarship, competing as a pole vaulter and sprinter. He was also a decorated high school football, hockey and track athlete. Dr. Sharp continues to have a love for competition and speed. He now competes in Power Lifting and loves to race cars.
FAMILY MAN
Dr. Sharp is a husband and father. His wife, Carrie, is a news anchor at Newschannel 5. Together they have two very busy boys, Watt and Decker. The Sharp family moved to Mt. Juliet in 2015 and love it!
Performance Athlete, Bodybuilder, Personal Trainer, Security Expert
Brian Gardner, Owner of Body Shop Fitness, has always been involved in competitive sports - including Bodybuilding, Powerlifting, Strongman and Triathlons - for the past 20 years. Now he is able to bring his passion to life through others in the community as a certified trainer and the founder of his own gym. He has been a member for over 12 years of Omega Force Christian Power Team which has appeared on America’s Got Talent and the Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic in 2013; Judged for the American Power Lifting League, the American Strongman League and for NGA Bodybuilding, Fitness, and Figure Competitions; and has promoted a Powerlifting meet at Body Shop Fitness for the past four years which he plans to expand in 2014. Brian also holds multiple state records in powerlifting.
Prior to fitness center ownership, Brian gained over 24 years management experience as the Warden in 3 different high security prisons. During this time he was a Certified Law Enforcement Special Operations/Emergency Preparedness Instructor and Tactical Team/Special Ops Team member and leader.
Brian has a Bachelor of Science Degree from MTSU and is near completion of his Master of Science.
Owner, ISSA Sport Nutrition Specialist, ISSA Personal Trainer, iPEC Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Spinning Instructor, NGA Pro, National Fitness Champion,
Wendy Gardner, co-owner with her husband of Body Shop Fitness, participated in sprint distance triathlons until she found her true passion of competing in Fitness competitions. As a fitness competitor for seven years she had various accolades including National Fitness Champion for SNBF, and top five champion at NPC nationals. After that, she transitioned to figure and bikini competitions and earned her pro card with Drug-tested NGA and placed 3rd and 4th as a pro at the NGA Pro International. For a new challenge, on November 16, 2013, Wendy placed first in the 123 lb. class in the Strongman Event for the American Powerlifting Strongman League at Atlas Athletic Club, Hopkinsville, KY (this included a 350 Conan Wheel). In 2014, she earned the title of TN Strongest Women for APL.
After extensive group coaching, peer coaching and working with a master coach, Wendy earned her CPC in 2014. This certification along with Wendy's personal trainer and sports nutritionist have all supported her ability to train Novice competitors. Wendy has her Master’s degree in Arts from Western Kentucky University and works full-time in Corrections, previously working as an Assistant Warden and currently she is the Senior Director, Career Development for Corrections Corporation of America.
Wendy's favorite bible verse is Philippians 4:13
I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.
(NIV)
Wudang Academy of Wushu Arts, SCW/ACSM certified fitness trainer, 5th degree black belt in taekwondo, bachelor's degree in Exercise Science
Aaron has always been physically active playing a variety of sports including track & field, soccer, basketball, baseball and gymnastics. Furthermore, before becoming a personal trainer, Aaron lived in a Taoist Monastery in China studying traditional marital arts. He has also coached gymnastics and kickboxing; taught as a Yoga Instructor; taught dance therapy for Alzheimer's patients and danced with a performing arts company.
Aaron loves training because he has a passion for helping people reach their fitness goals. In addition to enjoying sports and training others, Aaron has competed in the third world peace games in martial arts. Outside of the gym, you will find him enjoying music and on his next adventure due to the joy of travel.
Welcome Desk and Smoothie Bar
Always welcomed with a smile, the support team at Body Shop Fitness is knowledgable and can help you with account or scheduling information and happy to prepare your favorite smoothy at the bar.
Brittney, MacKenzie, Annie, and Alyssa are always glad to see you. Stop by for a chat!
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The New Gym will incorporate a large field for training, and the same great training team you know and love. With total fitness in mind, we still offer supplements and nutrition plans, but also have a smoothie bar and classroom space so we can offer after school programs for children and a host of new classes for all ages!
Come check out the new location!
Now Open!
Body shop Fitness bricks and lights (which means power). It's all coming together!
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