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Meet Your Life Transformers
He began his career as a clinical Athletic Trainer for Ohio Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine and served as the Medical Coordinator for the National Youth Sports Program at Case.
Jeff then left his career in physical therapy to pursue a master’s degree and become the Assistant Athletic Trainer/Professor at Case in 2000. Shortly after obtaining his master’s degree he formed MaxStrength Fitness in May of 2007 in Westlake, Ohio, which has grown into Cleveland’s premier personal training facility. A second facility was opened in May of 2017 in Willoughby, Ohio and the MaxStrength Fitness Franchise was launched in 2022 to help fulfill his life’s mission of helping as many people as possible live a high quality of life into their golden years.
Jeff is a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Cohort 5 and has been an active member in the Entrepreneur Organization’s Accelerator program and served on the board.
He is a student of marketing, world-class customer service and providing the most efficient, effective, and safe mode of exercise.
Along the way Jeff has also obtained Professional Status as a Natural Drug-Free Bodybuilder solely using the methods and systems implemented at MaxStrength Fitness and he continues to use these systems to help countless clients achieve their health and fitness goals.
In 2021, Jeff established The JLT Fund, to honor his late wife, Jodi. The JLT Fund seeks to endow women who possess the drive, passion, and altruistic spirit of its namesake by giving them access to financial resources to pursue the powerful tool of a law degree.
Jeff has three beautiful daughters Emma, Chloe, and Paige. When he is not busy transforming his client’s lives through health and fitness Jeff enjoys spending time with his family splashing in the pool, taking walks and bike rides or any other adventure they can dream up. He also loves golf, skiing, and many other outdoor sports! Not to mention, rooting on the Browns, Cavs, and Guardians.
What is the best part about training the clients at MaxStrength Fitness?
Seeing the profound impact we can make on their quality of life.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
A music festival!
Name three words that you describe you.
Passionate, Caring, and Consistent
Getting to share my passion by teaching others how to perform the single most beneficial physical act for longevity and quality of life.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Hanging with my daughters, Gracie and Olivia.
Name three words that you describe you.
Diplomatic, Optimistic, Regimented
I have a job that I love that has grown with me as I have grown. Jeff and everyone at MSF cares about making people's lives better and that is important to me as a human, that the work I do improves lives and serves people. We do that here everyday.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
On a trip to somewhere I've never been!
Name three words that you describe you.
Intuitive, Courageous, Curious
Being the Chief Xperience Officer is hands down the best position at MaxStrength Fitness. Everyday I get the opportunity to engage with the most outstanding individuals, YOU, our clients. Each client brings their own story, history, and uniqueness and getting the chance to learn those stories is my favorite part about being a part of the MSF family.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
In the Northwoods of Wisconsin with my two children and husband. Having been born and raised in Northern Wisconsin we spent our summers and winters enjoying the different recreational opportunities the state has to offer. The calm of the Northwoods is not only comforting but rejuvenating. It is so important to me that my two young children grow up experiencing the same comfort of the clear water lakes, fishing, skiing, snowshoeing and spending time with family around a campfire in the woods.
Name three words that you describe you.
Outgoing, Loyal, Passionate
One on one interaction and building solid relationships that last a lifetime.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
On the river fly fishing
Name three words that you describe you.
Calm and poise
Building rapport and being able to see the benefits of their training.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
On a beach somewhere!
Name three words that you describe you.
Loyal, positive, caring
Building rapport and relationships
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
At home relaxing.
Name three words that you describe you.
Intense, Routine, Thoughtful
Helping the clients reach their wellness goals and form healthy habits.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Hiking trails with my two pups!
Name three words that you describe you.
Energetic, open-minded, and resilient
I'm looking forward to making a positive difference in the MaxStrength Fitness clients lives. I enjoy helping people and sharing my passion for fitness and living a healthy lifestyle.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
I would love to be in Paris enjoying the day walking along the Seine and visiting a variety of museums and cafes.
Name three words that you describe you.
Passionate, Organized, and Loyal
From being at the front desk so far, my favorite part is getting to talk to and form a relationship with all the clients! It is going to be so rewarding to be able to talk to them personally but to also see and hear about their incredible transformations that will be taking place here!
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Always hanging out with my family or reading a good book by the water!
Name three words that you describe you.
Outgoing, dedicated, and determined!
Being able to make and see a difference in peoples health and well being and build relationships.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Spending quality time with my family, preferably on a fun vacation!
Name three words that you describe you.
Caring, Energetic, Creative
The best part of trading at MaxStrength Fitness is being able to provide efficient and effective exercise. Providing quick 20-minute exercise sessions allows the clients to improve their health while not taking too much free time.
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Sitting around a campfire with my friends, while listening to music.
Name three words that you describe you.
Disciplined, Responsible, Passionate.
Making a difference while working with dynamic people
If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?
Hawaii
Name three words that you describe you.
Dedicated, perfectionist, driven
