Staff Trainers
Vinny O’Brien comes to Final Round with an enthusiasm for health and fitness that goes back to when he was young. Not only is he a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified personal trainer and a certified USA boxing coach, but he is also certified in sports nutrition from American Muscle & Fitness. Vinny uses all of this knowledge in order to bring his clients down an individualized road to reach their goals. Whether it's in one of his classes or one on one, his goal is not only to meet the clients needs, but to educate them while doing so. A competitive amateur boxer, Vinny holds the title of New Jersey 2010 Golden Gloves Champion and he continues to train hard with the hopes of reaching the 2012 Olympics.
Chu Lin is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified personal trainer who from guided meditation to kickboxing brings a vast knowledge of fitness and holistic wellness to Final Round. He has a background in various martial arts disciplines including a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, he is also a martial arts instructor and has previously owned and operated his own school. Chu became a Certified Holistic Lifestyle Coach after attending the Chek Institute and believes that treating the person as a whole is what is needed for their body to reach optimum levels of performance. Whether it be eating patterns, digestion, stress, low energy or many other factors, he believes in treating the problem rather than the symptoms.
Ray Padilla is an athlete who has turned his years of hard work on the field into a specialized career off. A National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified personal trainer, member of the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and Velocity Sports Performance Certified, Ray brings professional level athletic training to Final Round. He lettered in track at Pace University and was a member of the schools fastest 4x100 meter team, also playing football where he was not only team captain, but 4 year starter, made all conference twice and set school records for interceptions and fumble recoveries. This led to a successful career playing 2 seasons of professional football in Europe and 1 season in the US Arena football league. Having coached football and track & field at every level including collegiate, Ray brings a knowledge and passion for athletics like no other.
Jon Press is an American Muscle & Fitness (AMFPT) certified personal trainer and a certified USA amateur boxing coach. Jon has been a competitive boxer for the last 2 years and has taken this experience and knowledge from working with noted trainers and coaches and turned it into a successful profession by helping his clients reach their full potential. Jon teaches all age and fitness levels and creates programs to meet their specific needs, so whether training for a specific sport, to get in shape or to reach a new goal, Jon is the person that will help you get there.
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Al Martinez is co-owner of Final Round Boxing & Fitness and owner of Stronger Personal Training. A Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine(NASM) and International Sports Science Association (ISSA), he trains his clients according to a personalized fitness regimen he designs with each individual client's needs in mind. In addition to training clients, teaching boxing classes and providing fitness expertise to the members of the gym, Al is also an experienced boxer. He has participated in highly esteemed tournaments including NJ Golden Gloves. Such noteworthy and unique experiences as these have equipped him in becoming a certified level-two USA Olympic boxing coach. His boxing experience in the ring, developing competitive boxers at Final Round, providing formal instruction to boxers of all levels and studying with noteworthy trainers has given Al the knowledge and experience to best serve his clients. In addition, he runs a rigorous fitness boot camp for all fitness levels.
973-404-0473 www.strongerpersonaltraining.com
Chris Lentino is the co-owner of Final round Boxing & Fitness and owner of Disciples of Iron personal training. He is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified personal trainer and Certified Performance Enhancement Specialist. Chris has been changing his clients lives for over 10 years with his culmination of experience, education and dedication to excellence, which allows him to offer the absolute best in results to people of all fitness levels. Chris has accumulated many titles in bodybuilding and powerlifting including the title Mr. New Jersey by winning the 2011 NPC New Jersey State Bodybuilding Championships. Other first place finishes include: 2010 Golds Strongest Man - Heavyweight, 2006 NPC Muscle Beach Bodybuilding - Light-Heavyweight, 2003 USAPL NJ State Powerlifting Championships, USAPL Heavy Metal Classic, and the 2003 INBF Warrior Challenge. A multi- faceted athlete, Chris has also competed and placed in various Triathlons and USATF 5K running events. Chris has appeared in Natural Bodybuilding and Fitness magazines as well numerous newspaper publications.
862- 432-2286 DO.IRON@live.com
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Felix Erazo is a NASM certified personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, and certified TRX Suspension Trainer. With more than ten years of experience in the health & fitness industry, Felix served in the United States Marine Corps with the 2nd Marine Division and was honorably discharged from active duty having attained rank of a Non-Commissioned Officer. Felix attended William Paterson University, after which he was introduced to kickboxing & submission grappling mixed martial arts. Through the use of integrated strength & conditioning routines, each client not only gains the perception of being fit; they have truly enhanced their overall performance.
973-207-1067 www.semper-fitness.com
Lou Esa has been involved in the boxing community for over 40 years. Esa began his amateur boxing career at the age of 17 in New Jersey, accumulating a record of 7-1 with 7 knockouts. His only loss was to future heavyweight champion Larry Holmes. After playing defensive end in football for Saint Peter's College in New Jersey, Esa tried out for the Miami Dolphins. He suffered a helmet strike to his knee which abruptly ended any football career. On July 22, 1975, Esa made his professional boxing debut as a Heavyweight at the Miami Beach Convention Hall against James Edwards. Esa won his first five fights, all by first round knockout, before suffering his first loss in April 1976. Esa came back and won 14 of 20 fights with one draw. After retiring, Lou remained active in the boxing industry and has trained many up and coming boxers. Lou is a certified personal trainer and nutritionist, as well as a certified USA Boxing Coach.
