This is Brent ~ he is awesome.
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| What Brent thinks we see... |
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| what we ACTUALLY see :) |
Brent is inspiring for a lot of reasons ~ he is not only a volunteer firefighter, but coaches hockey and has even been a trainer for the military. Not only does he do all of that but he also is a trainer at Excel (besides having a "day" job and a family!) Brent has a killer work ethic and is very dedicated to being active and knowing your stuff. If you are partnered up with Brent, he doesn't let you wimp out. He pushes you to work a little harder, move a little quicker, lift a little heavier ~ especially because he is one strong dude! Try to keep up to this guy! He is also very funny so that makes him an awesome workout buddy! If your building was on fire trust Brent to carry you down the stairs SUPER FAST! Thanks Brent for being one inspiring guy and being such a great role model!
Here is his interview:
1. What is your health/fitness history?
I was always involved in sports throughout school. I focused on hockey and football. Played Junior Hockey until I was 20. Got into the bodybuilding and powerlifting scene between age 20 to 25. I graduated from the University of Alberta with Degree in Physical Education in 1998. I have been a Personal Trainer since 1998 as well. I was employed by the Canadian Forces as a Fitness Coordinator/Instructor from 2000 to 2003. I currently operate a personal training side business called "FitnessFix Personal Training and Wellness Consulting" where I work primarily with elite athletes in sports such as hockey and football. I also do specialized training for persons pursuing Firefighting and Police employment.
2. How long have you been a member at Excel?
I have been a member at Excel for almost two years now. I have been a trainer at Excel for almost one year (Mondays 6pm BLAZE).
3. How often do you exercise?
I exercise 4 to 5 times a week.
I have been a member at Excel for almost two years now. I have been a trainer at Excel for almost one year (Mondays 6pm BLAZE).
3. How often do you exercise?
I exercise 4 to 5 times a week.
4. What is a typical set of meals/snacks throughout the day for you?
I eat like a horse! At least 7 times a day!!! I eat small meals throughout the course of the day! I estimate my daily caloric intake to be about 2200 to 2700 calories per day. I try to make foods I eat as balanced as possible. I don't concern myself with diets and fads. Could I eat better?.....YES. We all could. Do I want to get wrapped up in measuring food into tiny grams, etc?.....NO! Life is too short for that. I keep an eye on what I eat, I cheat a bit here and there (insert M & M Candy here), I try to keep my coffee intake down and I drink loads of water. Plus I train my ass off in the gym!
5. What would you say is your biggest strength in fitness?
My biggest strength in fitness is definitely anything that involves power such as sled push/pull or squat move.
6. What would you say is your biggest weakness in fitness?
My biggest weakness in fitness would be anything aerobic such as long duration cardiovascular exercise. I always have been an athlete in anaerobic sport so my muscles have been conditioned primarily for those types of requirements. Obviously when I was younger and playing multiple sports, my cardiovascular fitness wasn't an issue but it is now. I suffered from a few injuries such as a real bad case of shin splints one year which flare up quick when running so using running as cardiovascular training isn't much of an option.
7. Is there anything in particular you are training for?
All my training for the last 5-6 years has been focused on preparing myself for Firefighter Recruitment Fitness Testing. I am also thinking about entering a Firefighter Combat Challenge this year as a personal test and challenge!
8. What would you say is your favourite work out?
Afterburn and Catt Combine. Also BLAZE on Monday @ 6pm! Cause I teach it! So for those of you who haven't tried it ~ it's time to get your butts down to Excel on Monday evenings and light your muscles on fire! Trust me ~ You wont be disappointed!
I eat like a horse! At least 7 times a day!!! I eat small meals throughout the course of the day! I estimate my daily caloric intake to be about 2200 to 2700 calories per day. I try to make foods I eat as balanced as possible. I don't concern myself with diets and fads. Could I eat better?.....YES. We all could. Do I want to get wrapped up in measuring food into tiny grams, etc?.....NO! Life is too short for that. I keep an eye on what I eat, I cheat a bit here and there (insert M & M Candy here), I try to keep my coffee intake down and I drink loads of water. Plus I train my ass off in the gym!
5. What would you say is your biggest strength in fitness?
My biggest strength in fitness is definitely anything that involves power such as sled push/pull or squat move.
6. What would you say is your biggest weakness in fitness?
My biggest weakness in fitness would be anything aerobic such as long duration cardiovascular exercise. I always have been an athlete in anaerobic sport so my muscles have been conditioned primarily for those types of requirements. Obviously when I was younger and playing multiple sports, my cardiovascular fitness wasn't an issue but it is now. I suffered from a few injuries such as a real bad case of shin splints one year which flare up quick when running so using running as cardiovascular training isn't much of an option.
7. Is there anything in particular you are training for?
All my training for the last 5-6 years has been focused on preparing myself for Firefighter Recruitment Fitness Testing. I am also thinking about entering a Firefighter Combat Challenge this year as a personal test and challenge!
8. What would you say is your favourite work out?
Afterburn and Catt Combine. Also BLAZE on Monday @ 6pm! Cause I teach it! So for those of you who haven't tried it ~ it's time to get your butts down to Excel on Monday evenings and light your muscles on fire! Trust me ~ You wont be disappointed!
9. How do you keep motivated day-to-day?
How do I keep motivated day-to-day? Wow that's a tough one. Sometimes I need to kick myself in the butt and say "Suck it up princess and get your butt to the gym. You may not feel like going but you won't regret going when you are finished!" Also I find it easier when you have a goal, event or something you are working towards. It doesn't always have to be something big but it can get you into the right mindset to prepare and give it your best effort when training.
How do I keep motivated day-to-day? Wow that's a tough one. Sometimes I need to kick myself in the butt and say "Suck it up princess and get your butt to the gym. You may not feel like going but you won't regret going when you are finished!" Also I find it easier when you have a goal, event or something you are working towards. It doesn't always have to be something big but it can get you into the right mindset to prepare and give it your best effort when training.
10. What would be your biggest advice to someone just starting out on his/her journey to improved health and fitness?
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| Nice fitness pose! |
11. If you could be any superhero you wanted who would you be and why?
If I could be a superhero I would choose Captain America! Strong, agile, fast, powerful, honest, integrity, values and compassionate!
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| Go ahead and ask him what made he crack up for this photo;) HAHA! |
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| Just a regular old day in Brent's life:) |
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