B.S. EXERCISE SCIENCE, ACE, CSCS

Doug Balzarini, a Massachusetts native, earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Business Mgmt. from Westfield State. During his senior year he worked as a Fitness Consultant and Personal Trainer for the ‘Fitness First’ health club. Since moving to San Diego he has completed some graduate work in Biomechanics at SDSU as well as the following:

ACE - Personal Trainer certification;
NSCA-Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification;
MMACA - Certified MMA Conditioning Coach
GRAVITY Instructor Training;
TRX Instructor Training;
FMS (Functional Movement Screen) Training;
CPR/AED instructor status

Prior to working at Fitness Quest 10, Doug worked for the American Council on Exercise as the Continuing Education Coordinator where he was responsible for managing over 400 continuing education providers. He attended countless fitness workshops and conventions all over the country assisting customers with their fitness needs.

In his spare time he actively volunteers for organizations such as Operation FitKids (OFK) and the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). He also enjoys hiking, running, MMA training, jiu-jitsu, and playing sports such as soccer, golf, and basketball. 

His wish is that all clients achieve their attainable goals and that this healthier way of life becomes a lifestyle change.

His motto is “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm”. – RW Emerson