GARRETT MICHAEL DOWNING, Fitness & Wellness Practitioner Garrett Downing, an internationally-known professional athlete who has appeared on the pages of countless health, fitness and bodybuilding magazines, has over 15 years of experience in fitness, nutrition and counseling. He attained one of the top physiques in the world and boasts a resume that includes film, video and television appearances on fitness and sports related shows, training broadcasts or DVD’s and as a specially-cast contestant on the nationally syndicated game shows, “The Weakest Link” and “Hollywood Squares.” Over the course of his elite athlete career, Garrett authored articles for international publications and made global appearances as a celebrity spokesperson, delivering seminars on nutrition, resistance-training and living a healthy lifestyle, inspiring audiences of all ages around the world. Certifications & Specialized Training • Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, AFAA • National Exercise Sports Training Association, NESTA • Apex Fitness Systems • Studied under Phil Goglia, PhD, founder of an elite nutrition clinic in LA; trained in delivering customized nutrition programs for broad clientele • Seven years experience in clinical psychiatric environment through UC San Diego and select private facilities, with opportunity to focus on fitness programs for adolescents and the elderly Accomplishments & Awards • USA Bodybuilding Heavyweight Champion • California Bodybuilding Overall Champion • Awarded Pro status through the International Federation of Bodybuilders (IFBB); toured on the international pro-circuit for 6 years • Former member, United States Marine Corps Power-lifting Team • Volunteer with Governor’s Fitness Council and the Inner City Games, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s acclaimed fitness program for underprivileged high school students Training Focus Realizing what a gift the exposure to fitness and weight-training has been to him, Garrett has a passion for helping others achieve individual fitness goals and improving long-term health and fitness through weight-training and nutrition for all levels. He guides his clients to change their bodies and overall health through exercise, nutrition, proper supplements and life management skills. His fitness practice focuses on incorporating resistance training into an overall fitness program that is geared towards fat loss, increased strength and developing core stability through prime movers. His expertise ranges from working with those seeking to improve health, fitness and longevity to training programs for youth clients, targeted training for sports performance as well as a special focus on senior fitness. Education California State University, San Marcos - B.A., Political Science National University - MBA candidate