About
NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Pain-free Performance Specialist
Greetings! I'm Jef, dedicated fitness enthusiast and certified trainer based in Ashland, Oregon. With a passion for functional fitness and a commitment to helping others achieve their goals, I specialize in optimizing movement quality while tailoring training volume to individual needs.
My approach to fitness is deeply rooted in the belief that finding joy in exercise is essential for long-term success. By helping clients discover their interests and keeping workouts engaging and enjoyable, I strive to make fitness an integral and sustainable part of their lives.
I place great emphasis on balance, not just in terms of physical exercise, but also in fostering speed, coordination, and proper form. Through personalized planning, I assist clients in maintaining muscle mass, addressing pain, and improving mobility and flexibility to prevent injuries and enhance overall well-being.
My mission is to empower individuals to understand their bodies better and work towards their fitness aspirations effectively. I'm committed to breaking down barriers to exercise, helping clients develop new neural pathways for strength and resilience.
As a dedicated fitness professional, I'm deeply invested in helping others become physically prepared for all aspects of life, whether it's excelling in sports, pursuing passions, or simply enjoying daily activities with greater vitality and confidence.
Outside of training, you can find me sharing my thoughts and experiences about exercise on my blog, where I delve into various topics related to fitness, health, and personal growth.
It's a privilege to serve as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of my clients, and I look forward to helping you embark on your own transformative fitness journey. Let's work together to unlock your full potential and achieve your fitness goals.
TESTIMONIALS
“Jef takes several weeks to evaluate your existing skills and to listen to your goals during the workouts. This really made a difference in what kind of exercises we worked on and how often going forward. He knows the body structures and how they are connected well, probably better than most doctors. After three months I am now doing one day a week on my own and will slowly backoff to once a month, when I feel more confident. He is very personable, is focused on his clients, is very safety conscious and has many options for working the same muscles. I highly recommend Jef for this type of training.”
“While I was in the depths of injury recovery I went through over 30 practitioners. I was gaslit, pressured, made to feel like a problem, and coaxed into doing things that weren’t right for me. When I found Jef it was a breath of fresh air. They took me through several weeks of assessments and NEVER pressured me to try something that wasn’t right. They learned what would trigger the injuries I incurred and made room for me to assess my safety throughout our workouts. At all times, Jef empowered me to have my own agency. And somehow with all of that going on, they also knew where to push me. My workouts are so well thought out, they do homework on me, come back considerately, and have truly thought out a plan for me. When I’m training with Jef I feel like they’re taking me in as a whole person. I really can’t speak highly enough about what I’ve gained training with Jef. I’m so grateful, I’m stronger, my life has returned some normalcy to me and I can finally see a clear path to returning to activities that I love. Thank you!”