Health and fitness isn’t a niche for me — it’s been a profession, a classroom, and a lifestyle for over the last three decades.
I’ve spent more than 15 years working as a personal trainer, health and fitness teacher, wellness coordinator, and group exercise instructor. I’ve coached clients one-on-one, led bootcamps, built customized programs, and helped individuals develop strength, confidence, and long-term discipline. Along the way, I’ve earned multiple national certifications and completed nearly 40 continuing education courses — because in this field, staying sharp isn’t optional.
My expertise spans strength training, fat loss, performance conditioning, supplementation, and lifestyle coaching. I’ve also worked as a dietary supplement consultant, translating research and ingredient profiles into practical, real-world guidance people can actually use. I understand the science — and I know how to communicate it clearly, responsibly, and without hype.
On the content side, I’ve published thousands of health and fitness articles for more than 100 clients and platforms. I specialize in breaking down complex physiology, training principles, and nutrition strategies into content that’s engaging, credible, and actionable. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just evidence-informed insight that builds trust.
Beyond writing and coaching, I’ve coordinated wellness initiatives and worked with diverse populations, including at-risk youth and community groups. I understand behavior change, accountability, and what it truly takes to create sustainable results.
In short, I combine gym-floor experience, classroom knowledge, and editorial precision to create health and fitness content that performs — both in the gym and on the page.
Real-World Health & Fitness Experience
Health & Fitness Content Provider
2009-2025
Online
Delivered high-impact content writing and management services to hundreds of health and fitness brands — helping businesses flex their authority, build trust, and grow their online presence..
Certified Personal Trainer
2006-17
In Gym, In-Home, Online
Over a decade of hands-on personal training experience at Cal-Fit and Fitness 19, backed by multiple nationally recognized certifications and more than 25 advanced courses in health, nutrition, and fitness. .
Lifestyle Coach
2004-10
In-Person, Online
Worked closely with clients to build realistic fitness and nutrition plans, create accountability, and help them develop habits that fit and improved their lives..
Group Exercise Instructor
2006-09
In Gym, Outdoors
Designed and led high-energy bootcamps and dynamic classes focused on building core strength, total-body conditioning, and lean muscle definition..
Health & Fitness Instructor
2007-08
Bryan College
I taught courses in nutrition, physiology, weight training, and fitness psychology — developing research-driven lesson plans that turned complex science into practical, engaging, and results-focused instruction..
Wellness Coordinator
2005-06
Native TANF
I built impactful wellness programs for at-risk youth, connected communities through meaningful outreach, and delivered hands-on lifestyle coaching that created structure, confidence, and real, lasting change..
Featured Health & Fitness Writing Clients
A snapshot of the 150+ Health & Fitness writing projects that I have worked on.
A Snapshot Of What I've Worked On
Click on images for some of my writing samples.
LiveStrong.com: Health & Fitness Writer
2009-2016
Served as a health and fitness writer for LiveStrong.com, producing hundreds of research-backed articles as a certified personal trainer and translating evidence-based training principles into authoritative, high-performing content.
Job Skills Developed and Refined
Deepened knowledge and gained hands-on experience in the following areas:
Core Competencies
Exercise Programming & Periodized Training Design
Strength & Conditioning Development
Cardiovascular & Functional Training Protocols
Weight Loss & Body Composition Strategies
Injury Prevention & Movement Assessment
Client Goal Setting & Progress Tracking
Nutrition Fundamentals & Supplement Education
Group Training & One-on-One Coaching
Fitness Assessments & Performance Testing
Lifestyle Coaching
Applied Skills
Biomechanics & Exercise Form Correction
Program Modification for Special Populations
Performance Metrics Analysis (Body Fat %, VO₂ Max)
Workout Plan Customization
Training Documentation & Client Progress Reporting
Writing Skills
Health & Fitness Evidence-Based Article Writing
SEO-Driven Blog & Web Copy Creation
Nutrition & Supplement Education Content
Product Reviews (Fitness Equipment & Supplements)
Scientific to Reader-Friendly Writing
Deadline Oriented
Collaborated With Editors & SEO Managers
Kate Meier
Pillar Four Media
We loved working with Rick! Fantastic writer and easy to work with. Rick is a great writer and very attentive to detail. We will definitely work with him again!
8776628 Canada Inc.
Rick is an amazing freelancer. He immediately understands your requirements and delivers high quality work. He surpassed my expectations on all levels. I definitely recommend him to everyone who is looking for a true professional freelancer.
Nicola Rees
Raketech Group
Rick is a fantastic writer - hugely experienced and knowledgeable expert in US sports and sports betting. He was fast, efficient and thorough. I would definitely recommend Rick to anyone looking for an expert-level writer. He went above and beyond in this project producing authoritative, unique SEO-optimized content.
Smart Marketing Guys
Excellent work. Rick provided exactly what was asked of him.
Our Road To Thrive
Rick was awesome. He took the brief and executed it very well. He took any feedback on proactively and professionally. I will definitely hire him again when I need something further done.
Research Labs
Rick did a great job on the articles he did for me. Article subjects covered were sports, exercise, nutrition and weight loss. I will use Rick again for my next project.
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