Can you start off by just giving a quick bio?
I grew up in Savannah, GA and now reside in Atlanta, GA. I competed in gymnastics for 20 years, including as a NCAA athlete at the University of Nebraska. I’ve been a certified personal trainer for 12 years. My personal goals have been centered around powerlifting for the last 6 years. In 2017, I broke the 67.5kg/148lb weight class IPL bench press open world record (150.5kg/331.79lbs) and posted an elite total.
In less than 100 words, summarize your business.
Spitz Fitness is a personal training and coaching company. My coaching services include: weight loss/gain and transformation, strength training, powerlifting, physique development and nutrition/lifestyle coaching. I have worked with clients from all walks of life varying gym newbies to elite powerlifters and pro athletes.
What’s the best part of training clients from your garage?
The ability to walk downstairs and be at work. In the past I was traveling to all my clients. I’m now able to train many more clients throughout a week. I’m also able to train a huge variety of clients that you would not find in any one specific gym.
What’s the toughest part?
Space! I think all garage gym owners want more space. With small groups it can be tough to set up all the stations I would like to have at a time.
What equipment do you use most often? Least often?
Most: Hands down Force USA Monster G6. It is the most versatile machine I own.
Least: Reverse Hyper (for clients), Muti Handle Bar (personal)
You have some pretty awesome “home gym hacks” to mimic certain pieces of equipment that you’d typically find in a commercial gym. Which one is your favorite?
The back extension and rope climb hacks have been the most useful for myself. They allow for so many variations to be trained.
- Rope/Pulley
- Rope Climb Hack
- Back Extension (below)
Where do you see your business in 5 years?
Expand my online coaching services and continue helping more people achieve their fitness goals. Creating more small groups (up to 3) of clients. Recently started a YouTube channel when I plan to provide garage gym hacks and tips, interviews, and training strategies.
What words of advice would you give to someone looking to start their own personal training business out of their garage?
Take your time, save money, and buy quality equipment that is multifunctional first. Plan and measure before buying. Decide what type of clientele you want to train, then choose the equipment you will NEED, and then plan layouts for the gym.
Anything else you’d like to add?
Rogue Monster Rhino Belt Squat + Rack, I tried this machine out at a gym in Indianapolis and loved it! It felt better than the few other belt squats that I had used in my training. Plus the versatility of having an additional squat rack and pull-up bar for hacks.
If anyone would like to contact David for questions, coaching, or any services that he offers please send them to www.spitzfitness.com
