...more formally Andrew Jones. From the moment I could move my feet, I began participating in sports and have stayed active ever since. It just felt natural to be involved in anything requiring physical activity. However, after graduating high school, I made the decision not to partake in any sports in order to focus on academics in college. It didn’t take long to realize something was missing. I was so used to a physically dynamic lifestyle that I couldn’t focus on schoolwork.

My social life was also feeling the repercussions of my inactive state and I was turning into someone I simply didn’t want to be. I knew what I had to do: I needed to run. I needed to sweat. I needed a reason to be out of breath. I made my way to the school’s recreational center as fast as I could, headed straight to the gym, and just started moving.

I used every machine in the building and ended my "workout" with 10 laps around the indoor track. When I finally staggered out of the gym, I felt reborn. I had never experienced such mental clarity. My sweat felt like stress and doubt dripping off of my body, and I loved my renewed sense of accomplishment and motivation. I embraced the challenge. The only thing on my mind was: More.

I started AJ Fitness so I can spread this feeling of elation and satisfaction to others through personal training and nutrition planning. By working closely with my clients to customize their individual needs, I’m confident they will gain an appreciation for the power of fitness.