Dedicated and enthusiastic, I have taken my passion for health and fitness as my life's mission and put it to work encouraging others to reach out for vitality and wellness. With over 20 years of education and experience in the health and fitness industry, allow me to take you to the next level of your transformation.
ISSA Certified Elite Personal Trainer
ISSA Certified Genetics-Based Program Designer
ISSA Certified On Line Coach
ISSA Certified Lifespan Coach
ISSA Certified Kickboxing Instructor
AAAI/ISMA Certified Master Trainer
AAAI/ISMA Certified Personal Trainer
AAAI/ISMA Certified Sports Nutritionist
AAAI/ISMA Certified Life Wellness Coach
AAAI/ISMA Certified Holistic Health Coach
AFPA Certified Advance Trainer
AFPA Certified Rehab Specialist
AFPA Certified Cardio Kickboxing Instructor
AFPA Certified Sports Nutritionist
NSPA Certificate of Achievement CEC
American Heart Association CPR certified
Schwinn Certified Spin Instructor
Reebok Certified Cycle Instructor
Gravity, TRX, Box Master and Queen Ax Certified
Tae Kwan Do, Goju Shorin, Shotokaun and Akido.
1st place 1976-1977, 1978 AAU Tae Kwan Do Championship Tournament.
2nd place 1982 Tae Kwan Do Tang sudo Championship Tournament.
1st place 1984,1987 and 1988 Tae Kwan Do Tang sudo Championship Tournament.
My entire life I have struggled with food addiction. Eating because I’m depressed and depressed because I’m eating. Getting connected with Jonathan has been the best thing to happen to me, a literal game changer. He encourages me through our workouts and makes me realize I am not a quitter or alone. He coaches me on nutrition and is helping me understand what fuels MY body best. There is no strict diet, you track what you eat and he teaches you! I lost 10lbs the first WEEK, I feel amazing! https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10223527042508715&set=pcb.10223527092709970&type=3&theater&ifg=1
You Helped me find my best self in my 40's Need to do it again.
"I have been training with Jonathan for about 10 months. When I started, I was wearing a size 8/10.Through his nutrition coaching and training, I am now down to a size 2/4. I have run numerous 5K's and I am training for my first half-marathon!
"I've known Jonathan for years now and will always be in debt to him for he was my fitness guide down the path in which I never looked back!"... "Jonathan motivated me like no one else has ever been able to! He just wasn't "on the clock" when working with me. He cared, he pushed and he was supportive every step of the way. Because of Jonathan, I have not only maintained the shape I've always wanted but I've also held onto the health habits that Mr. Blackburn :)
Now, I teach cardio kickboxing, Zumba and Boot camp classes here in Hopkinsville KY and feel better than ever! I would not have been as confident as i am today if it weren't for Jonathan Blackburn's powerful words and amazing people skills!
"You listened very carefully to what I had to say about my objectives and physical limitations.
You creatively developed a program that addressed both". " It was extremely positive because I learned a lot about the correct way to lift weights". "The correct weight lifting methods to use to help me meet my objectives and as an added bonus, saw immediate positive results".
"After three months of working out and trying to lose weight on my own, I've gotten very little results.
I came to Jonathan because I was getting married in six months. After training with Jonathan over the next 4 months I was amazed at the results, my future mother and sister in law decided to hire Jonathan as a result of my transformation. The last two months of training I was a little worried about getting a little too big in the hips because my seamstress was concerned about make too many alterations... I mentioned this to Jonathan and he said to "...let the dress maker worry about her measurements... she is measuring you from a different perspective don't worry 'Ill make you look good".. Needless to say he was right... I couldn't believe the results...The dress fitted me perfectly!" I would highly recommend Jonathan to anyone who wants good guidance and great results"!
"I took Jonathan's kickboxing class to learn self defense. I don't go to school in a very safe area and there are a lot of crimes in the area. In addition to being an intense, full body workout, the class has helped me feel safer around my campus,knowing that I could defend myself if I had to. The class is fast-paced and will make you sweat, but the tracks are great and Jonathan makes it a lot of fun"!
With in less than 3 months, I have achieved my initial goals thanks to in large Jonathan's knowledge and dedication. Not only have I interacted with Jonathan individually, but I have also had the opportunity to observe him interact with other clients and colleagues. In my opinion, Jonathan has both the technical and the genuine concern for his client's welfare that will make him successful at all levels of the Health and Fitness profession".
"What I liked most about Jonathan's training program for me is that it was intense! His attention to details, proper form guarding against injury was very much appreciated. He offered so much variety. Jonathan is the most knowledgeable and focused trainer I have worked with. I look forward to training with him whenever I can".