About Us
Hi, I'm Derek.
I'm a gym owner, a nutrition coach and a dad that helps other people like me get focused on their health and fitness.
Everyday we have clients come to us who want to...
- Fit into their jeans
- Lose fat while not spending hours doing cardio
- Have more energy to play with my kids
- Get that "look" from their partner
- Feel confident enough to wear your swim suit in the summer
- Quit binge eating and blowing your diet on the weekends
- Get fit and toned without eating tasteless and bland foods all day
- Drop inches in your waist, hips, stomach and legs
I'm sure you've wished for those things too?
If so then you're in the right place...
We've Built a System That Works!
The system is designed to get you off of the yo-yo plan and to never look back!
It's a system that removes the frustration so that you never revert back to the only thing that seemed to work 5,10,15 years ago...restrictive dieting.
The fact is simple. And the researches backs this up...
Restrictive dieting and yo-yo dieting are what got me to be 225 pounds in the first place.
It's like a giant wrecking ball.
You diet, you restrict, you put yourself through hell and what does it do? It just gets that ball swinging. And when it starts swinging one way, you know what it has to do. It has to swing back. But on its way back its picked up steam and there's no slowing it down. You binge, you eat your kids snacks, you grab a six pack or a bottle of wine on the way home from a long day at work because you "deserve" it.
Next thing you know you can't stop the recking ball and you look in the mirror to see you've not only lost all your momentum but you've actually gained more weight than when you started!
It's an awful feeling that we both know too well.
And statistically thats what gets people. 90% of us put the weight back on PLUS some.
The Team
Kortney Bonner, Head Trainer
CFSC (Certified Functional Strength Coach)
Kortney specializes in helping busy parents and professionals cut through the noise and finally feel in control of their fitness and nutrition. With a supportive, judgment-free coaching style, she focuses on building simple, sustainable habits that lead to real results—more energy, better confidence, and a body you feel good in again. Kortney is all about progress over perfection and helping you stay consistent even when life gets hectic.
Jordan Shim, Sports Performance Coach
CFSC (Certified Functional Strength Coach)
Jordan brings a balanced, no-BS approach to training that helps busy adults build strength, confidence, and consistency without burning out. With a focus on proper technique, smart programming, and real-life sustainability, Jordan meets clients where they’re at and helps them progress safely—especially those navigating past injuries or long gaps in fitness. Expect accountability, encouragement, and a plan that actually fits your life.
Zaira Armendariz, Coach and Member Success
NASM Certified PT | ICF Certified Resilience Coach
Zaira combines strength training and resilience coaching to help clients build both physical and mental strength. With a background in Positive Psychology and certifications in personal training and resilience coaching, she takes a balanced, sustainable approach to fitness. Zaira meets clients where they are, helping them manage stress, move better, and build confidence with a plan that fits their real life.