Don Burgess, BS, CSCS, IYCA

Don has been involved in the fitness industry for over 10 years. Prior to starting PPW Chicago, he worked at Power Plate North America as an Academy Trainer where he had the opportunity to educate and instruct other field professionals on current trends in fitness. Prior to Power Plate, he worked as the Personal Training coordinator at Holmes Place Health Club Chicago.

Throughout his career, Don has obtained credentials through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the CHEK Institute among many other specialty certifications. He has had the chance to work with a broad range of clients. Professional athletes, competitive and recreational endurance athletes, post rehabilitation clients as well as those with general fitness needs all benefited from training with Don.

Don’s training has evolved due to his knowledge and application of many different approaches to fitness, conditioning and nutrition. He approaches each session as a lesson, constantly stressing the importance of proper techniques and specific program design.  He applies the most current practices in the field to the most effective traditional training techniques. Training with Don will not only provide you with a challenge but an experience that will leave you more knowledgeable and perceptive to your health and fitness.

 

Specialties
  • Corrective Exercise / Injury Prevention
  • Athletic Training / Conditioning
  • Post Rehabilitation
  • Youth Conditioning
  • Metabolic Type Advising