TEAM BIO

 

John, President, Owner.

John is the lead Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist at Elite Fitness and Nutrition LLC. He holds an Associate's degree in Exercise Science. He is an International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Certified Elite Personal Trainer, Fitness Coach, Nutritionist, and Strength and Conditioning Coach. He has a vast background in health, exercise, nutrition, recovery, and athletic performance with over 19 years of educational, and hands on experience with clients of ALL levels. His passion for fitness and nutrition started when he was a young athlete looking to improve his performance. This passion continued through his time as a collegiate baseball player, where physical fitness became a necessity to stand out and earn a starting position on the team as a freshman.

This love continued to grow in his early professional career in Law Enforcement, which transitioned into a career as a Special Agent, combating terrorism and espionage for the United States Federal Government. Due to the physical demands of his career, and the high stakes, fitness and nutrition were at the top of his priority list to ensure mission success, and the safety of those around him while working in austere environments overseas. In 2016, he suffered a trauma injury to his back in the line of duty. This resulted in multiple back surgeries, and the instillation of metal hardware. The lengthy recovery was not seen as a setback, instead it increased his passion for health and wellness as he worked his way back utilizing strength training, proper nutrition, and recovery methods to exceed the physical condition he was in prior to the injury.

Later into his career as a Special Agent he was diagnosed with PTSD. He soon realized that he was again able to find relief and recovery through fitness. This opened his eyes to the power that proper exercise, nutrition, and recovery had on mental health, propelling him to help others through their battles with mental illness. Further injury led to a forced medical retirement from government service in 2023 following a deployment in support of Special Operations Command (SOCOM). Though he felt being a Special Agent was a rewarding career, this forced retirement allowed him to focus on his passion for helping his health and wellness clients succeed and obtain the results and confidence they were searching for! 

 

 

Zarah M., Massage Therapist.

Zarah is originally from Pennsylvania and has lived in California for several years. She recently moved to Naples, Florida about 1 year ago. For the past 13 years, it has been her goal and passion to enlighten every person she meets about the importance of physical, emotional, and mental wellness. She has extensive education, and certification in several modalities of Massage Therapy, including, but not limited to Trigger Point, Sports, CranioSacral, Reflexology, and Reiki. Her approach to Massage Therapy provides healing on many different levels of the body and mind.

As your Massage Therapist, she is here to be an active listener and encourages her clients to use meditation and self-healing techniques to feel their best between massage sessions. Each client is treated as a unique individual with customized massage sessions to fit their specific needs. 
 

 

Monka J., LMT, Esty, MLD-C, SFC

Monika has been in the health & wellness industry for 11 consecutive years. Her passion for helping others feel their best is what has driven her towards continuously taking advanced courses for massage therapy and skincare. She believes self-care is a MUST in today’s busy world and regular bodywork is the key for living one’s highest potential.

Throughout her career, she has worked in several aspects of therapy, from the most luxurious day spa’s to medical offices. She believes in preventative care and gathering knowledge from all aspects of wellness, which is why she is certified in the following:

 NASM stretching and Flexibility coach, Lymphatic drainage massage, post op, Acupressure point face massage, Neuromuscular techniques for TMJ, migraines and headaches, Cupping for sports therapy. (Full list available upon request)