MEET YOUR TEAM
GERRICK KING, FOUNDER / CO-OWNER / PERSONAL TRAINER
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BACKGROUND
With a master's degree in Exercise Physiology with a concentration in Performance Enhancement and Injury prevention and over 10 years of training experience, Gerrick takes pride in helping you reach your fitness goals, no matter what your starting point is. Gerrick grew up in a family of competitive swimmers, so he was taught the importance of work ethic and discipline at a very early age. He earned his bachelor's degree from Rutgers University in Exercise Science and Psychology. While studying at Rutgers University, he interned at TEST Sports Club and Football Academy, where he was initially exposed to the world of Strength and Conditioning. He helped train NFL Combine prospects in preparation for the 2015 NFL Draft - Notable Athletes - Justin Hardy, WR - Atlanta Falcons. After graduating, he simultaneously developed a personal training department from the ground up at a start-up gym Zapp Fitness while studying for his Master's degree in Exercise Physiology at California University of Pennsylvania. Through these experiences, he was quickly recruited by Equinox in New York City. Within a year, Gerrick had a trained notable clients like Luke Sherwin - CEO of Casper. While working in the city, his training clients in New Jersey begged him to come back on the weekends to train them so he started a weekend bootcamp service called NJ Strength Lab. This was the spark that created his entrepreneural spirit. Shifting gears to business - Gerrick got hired as a Program Manager for EXOS, where he was positioned with Prudential in Newark, NJ and then American Express in New York City. At EXOS, Gerrick created work place fitness initiatives to improve the quality of life for corporate workers. Then he decided to open King Strength and Performance, the rest is history. CERTIFICATIONS & DEGREES BS Exercise Science & Sports Studies and Psychology - Rutgers University New Brunswick MS Exercise Science: Performance Enhancement & Injury Prevention - California University of Pennsylvania NCSF CPT, NASM CES, NASM PES, FMS1, NASE CSS, Annette Lang Pre/Post Natal, Kettlebell Concepts Lvl1, TRX1, SpeedoFit, EXOS XFS, EXOS XPS, Art of Coaching Apprenticeship Level 1 FAVORITE EXERCISE Trap Bar Deadlift and Pull-ups THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME
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ROBERT YU, COO / CO-OWNER / PERSONAL TRAINER
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BACKGROUND + HOW I GOT INTO FITNESS
Rob is fine, it’ll save us time. From client to trainer to business partner and friend: that’s the Cliffnotes version of how I met Gerrick. Now I use the skills and experience from my eclectic background (software project & product management, to marketing, to operations for small businesses) alongside Gerrick’s to manage the gym and help people get stronger for a lifetime. Taekwondo, judo, Muay Thai, Krav Maga. College badminton. Obstacle course racing (Spartan multi-Trifectas, Ultras). Endurance events like SEALFIT 20X, GORUCK, Bonefrog. And now experimenting by pairing consistent strength training with endurance. WHY I TRAIN Physical autonomy and longevity: so I can do whatever I’m interested in with the least chances of injury, for as long as possible. I want to be the Asian grandpa doing easy one-arm chin-ups at the park. And yes, I’d like to look good too. CERTIFICATIONS & DEGREES FRCm, Annette Lang Pre/Post Natal, Art of Coaching Apprenticeship Level 1 BA in Chinese and Political Science - Rutgers University - New Brunswick FAVORITE EXERCISE The Kettlebell Swing THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME:
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TIFFANY JOY ARGONZA, PERSONAL TRAINER
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BACKGROUND + HOW I GOT INTO FITNESS
I was formally a dancer, color guard instructor and CrossFit enthusiast. I met Gerrick at the first gym we worked at where I was hired as a Zumba Instructor. Not long after, I became his loyal client, turned friend and with Gerrick’s encouragement, I became a certified personal trainer. CERTIFICATIONS & DEGREES A.S. Business Administration ASFA CPT, Annette Lang Pre/Post Natal, Zumba & STRONG Nation FAVORITE EXERCISE Bench press, Front squat and Zumba THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME I am a wife, new mommy to the sweetest baby boy, Ernel, and I have a corgi pup named Gimli. I’m the one you’ll probably hear before seeing. I love food, musicals, Disney, Harry Potter and Pokémon. I have a love/hate relationship with running and Spartan Races. You can find me at the gym jumping around, dancing between sets or trying to find my iPhone. |
GABE ZEBROWER, PERSONAL TRAINER
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DEGREES & CERTIFICATIONS
NASM CPT, Annette Lang Pre/Post Natal |
ORLANDO SANABRIA JR, PERSONAL TRAINER
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BACKGROUND + HOW I GOT INTO FITNESS
I got introduced to fitness through wrestling & football in high school. Then I continued my journey with fitness during my service in the Marine Corps. That led me to studying exercise science/Pre-Physical Therapy after I was discharged. As much I enjoy the clinical side of movement, my short time in personal training/coaching has already taught me so much that connects the two worlds. CERTIFICATIONS & DEGREES B.S. Exercise Science - Rutgers University New Brunswick NASM CPT FAVORITE EXERCISE Barbell Squat & Turkish Get-ups THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME I love everything sports, golfing, Brazilian jiu jitsu, and anime. |
ABBY MILLS, PERSONAL TRAINER
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BACKGROUND + HOW I GOT INTO FITNESS
I was a swim team coach, former competitive swimmer and lifeguard so being active and helping others has been apart of my life for a long time. I planned to go to grad school for occupational therapy but did not feel that path was right for me personally. I currently am working the clinical side of health as well, but know that so much physical and mental benefits can be achieved through exercise and want to share that knowledge. CERTIFICATIONS & DEGREES B.S. Health and Exercise Science - The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) FAVORITE EXERCISE Headstands and back squats THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME
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PETE LOPEZ, PERSONAL TRAINER
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BACKGROUND + WHY I GOT INTO FITNESS
At a young age, I always wanted to be able to rep out 100 push-ups with ease. At that time, my dad was very big into bodybuilding, and while I was also always active with baseball from T-ball to college, staying in shape has always been a priority to me. Over the last 3 years, I’ve become more interested in the science and progress of others in bodybuilding/training. I plan to continuously try to grow my education and inspire/help others in their process. CERTIFICATIONS & DEGREES BS Exercise Science - Kean University NCSF CPT King Strength and Performance Apprenticeship 2021 FAVORITE EXERCISE Back Squats, Pendlay Rows, and Lateral Raises THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME
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CAT GUIMARAES, GYM SUPPORT
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BACKGROUND + WHY I GOT INTO FITNESS
I was born with Cerebral Palsy so I started with fitness really young in order to help maintain a healthier and more functional lifestyle. I started with Taekwondo and eventually transitioned into track and field and compete on the world stage. I hold all of the running and field records for my classification in track and field and competed at the Paralympic trials in 2021. EDUCATION Currently a Senior at Cranford High School King Strength and Performance Apprenticeship 2020 FAVORITE EXERCISE Deadlift THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME - I have written and published 2 books - I love sushi - My favorite anime is Blue Exorcist - I like cupcakes more than cakes - I'm in an acapella group |
TARIQ ASHOUR, GYM SUPPORT
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BACKGROUND + WHY I GOT INTO FITNESS
I've always been into sports since I was young playing soccer for most of my elementary school years. I moved on to basketball and played for school and took up weight training as a result. In high school I focused soley on weight training and later joined the Track and Field team at Elizabeth High School as a sprinter and pole vaulter. EDUCATION Currently a Junior at Elizabeth High School FAVORITE EXERCISE DB Chest Press THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME Love going on adventures, am a foodie, and have three cats |
