Page 64 - South Mississippi Living - January, 2017

PHYSICAL & FISCAL FITNESS lifestyle change REACHING YOUR
Fitness Goals
story by Kelsey Sunderman-Foster S photos courtesy of Bayou View Fitness
ince 2011, Bayou View Fitness has provided the Coast with state-of-the-art equipment and expert advice to help its patrons reach their fitness goals. Owners Joff and Michele Clarke know the importance of physical health and its
effect on both the mind and body. “You set your mind to a healthy lifestyle and as in the Nike ad — just do it!” Joff said.
“There’s no middle ground, you either make a decision to be fit or you make a decision not to be.”
Though the motivation to strive for a healthy lifestyle comes from within, it always helps to have reinforcement. “We partner on coaching each other to eat healthy and go to the gym as part of our daily routine,” Michele said. “Bayou View Fitness is a friendly, non-intimidating environment that encourages you to enjoy your workouts in a clean and safe environment.”
“Our expert trainers are here to help with developing programs that are perfectly tailored to fit each individual’s goals,” Joff added.
Each of the three personal trainers is knowledgeable in diet plans and creating personalized exercise programs.
Anthony Anderson is the most recent addition to the team with seven years of group fitness training under his belt. “I am a certified posture expert through the American Posture Institute which has made me efficient in helping my clients retain neuromuscular function and reducing the risk of injury.”
Experiencing the growth of his clients has been a driving force in Anderson’s career. “Watching someone who doesn’t believe they can do it gain the confidence to succeed is the best feeling.”
Philip Medina has been in the business 25 years with experience as the assistant director of fitness for the City of Gulfport as well as many years of gym management and independent contracting as a fitness trainer. “My strengths as a trainer come from my certifications as well as my experience,” said Medina. “I am certified through the Aerobic and Fitness Association of America and the International Fitness Professionals of America.”
Medina combines his knowledge and background to help clients reach their fitness goals. “My job is very rewarding,” he said. “I get to see my clients improve every day.”
Patrick Bobinger comes to Bayou View Fitness with 14 years of resistance training experience and seven years in the personal training industry.
“I enjoy pushing my clients to be their best by setting an example in my own personal fitness,” he said. “I practice what I preach, and I expect
my clients to follow suit. I’m here to educate, motivate, innovate and appreciate. My mission is to inspire others to change their lives though physical fitness.”
ABOVE: OWNERS Michele and Joff Clarke BELOW: TRAINERS at Bayou View Fitness
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Phillip Medina
1116 Cowan Rd., Ste. D, Gulfport 228.896.0888 www.bvfgulfport.com
Anthony Anderson
Patrick Bobinger