About Us | Peak Performance Training

The Beginning

From Struggling to Strong

Peak Performance Training started in 2009 with a simple observation: most people fail at fitness not because they lack motivation, but because they lack proper guidance.

Founder Marcus Chen spent years as an overweight teenager, trying every fad diet and workout program he could find. Nothing worked until he finally connected with a trainer who taught him the fundamentals. The science of training, the importance of progressive overload, and how nutrition actually affects your body.

"I built Peak Performance to be the gym I wish I had when I was starting out. No gimmicks. No shame. Just real coaching that actually works."

That experience changed everything. Marcus went on to earn his CSCS certification, competed in powerlifting, and eventually opened Peak Performance to share what he'd learned with others who felt lost in their fitness journey.

Our Approach

The Peak Method

Our training philosophy is built on three core principles that have driven every client transformation.

Assess First

Every program starts with a comprehensive assessment. We evaluate your movement patterns, strength levels, injury history, and lifestyle factors before writing a single workout.

Progressive Overload

Your body adapts to stress. We carefully track and increase training variables over time to ensure you're always progressing without burning out or getting injured.

Sustainable Habits

Quick fixes don't work. We focus on building habits that fit your life so you can maintain your results long after you leave our facility.

The Team

Meet Your Coaches

Our trainers aren't just certified. They're experienced athletes and coaches who live and breathe fitness every day.

Marcus Chen

Head Coach & Founder

Strength Athletic Performance CSCS

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Weight Loss Nutrition CPT

David Torres

Performance Coach

HIIT Mobility PES

Marcus Chen, CSCS

Head Coach & Founder

Marcus holds a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential from the NSCA and has been coaching for over 15 years. A former competitive powerlifter, he's helped everyone from first-time gym-goers to professional athletes achieve their goals.

His specialty is building strength programs that translate to real-world performance. Whether you want to deadlift 400 pounds or just carry your groceries without back pain, Marcus will get you there.

Certifications: CSCS, USAW Level 1, Precision Nutrition Level 1

Sarah Mitchell, CPT

Senior Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Sarah combines her NASM Certified Personal Trainer credential with a Precision Nutrition certification to offer comprehensive coaching. She specializes in sustainable weight loss and has helped over 200 clients lose a combined 10,000+ pounds.

Her approach focuses on building habits that last, not crash diets that fail. Sarah's clients don't just lose weight. They keep it off.

Certifications: NASM-CPT, Precision Nutrition Level 2, Corrective Exercise Specialist

David Torres, PES

Performance Coach

David brings a background in collegiate athletics and a Performance Enhancement Specialization to the team. He's worked with high school, college, and recreational athletes looking to improve their speed, agility, and overall athletic performance.

His HIIT classes are legendary for their intensity, and his mobility work has helped countless clients move better and feel better in their daily lives.

Certifications: NASM-PES, CPT, TRX Suspension Training, Functional Movement Screen Level 2

Join Our Team

We're Always Looking for Great Coaches

If you're a passionate, certified trainer who believes in evidence-based coaching and genuinely cares about your clients' results, we'd love to hear from you.

Peak Performance offers competitive compensation, ongoing education opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Send your resume and certifications to careers@peakperformance.com.

Our Space

The Facility

5,000 square feet of training space designed for serious results. No mirrors everywhere. No treadmill farms. Just the equipment that actually matters.

Strength Training Zone

Functional Training Area

Recovery & Mobility Space

Private Training Suites

Free Weights

Full dumbbell set (5-150 lbs), Olympic bars, specialty bars, bumper plates, and kettlebells.

Racks & Platforms

6 power racks with platforms, 2 half racks, dedicated deadlift platforms with calibrated plates.

Machines

Cable machines, leg press, lat pulldown, seated row, and specialty equipment for isolation work.

Cardio & Conditioning

Assault bikes, rowers, ski ergs, sleds, battle ropes, and a 40-foot turf strip.

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