Hi, I'm Ben!

Hi, I'm Ben.

Owner of Focus Personal Training
12+ years of experience as a certified, professional personal trainer
Former college athlete
North Carolina native
Dedicated to continual learning
Proud husband and dog dad!

I am passionate about helping real people experience real results!

I graduated from Appalachian State University in 2007 with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. While at Appalachian State, I was a member of the Track and Field Team, which won four Southern Conference Championships.

I later received a master's degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). While at UNCG, I served as a volunteer graduate assistant for the Strength and Conditioning department and also taught undergraduate-level Exercise Physiology courses.

I have trained clients as a Personal Trainer for more than 12 years, with experience working at Greensboro Country Club, Alamance Country Club and Downtown Fitness on Elm in Greensboro. In 2019, I opened Ben Austin Personal Training and love working with my clients in-person and virtually.

I have experience working with people with a wide variety of fitness levels. From Division I collegiate athletes to persons with advanced Parkinson's disease ... and many in between.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP) through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Certified Fitness Expert through Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)
- TPI is the world's leading educational organization dedicated to the study of how the human body functions in relation to the golf swing. Learn more at www.MyTPI.com

Hello, I'm David!

UNC Greensboro Graduate
Certified Personal Trainer
Former Boxing Coach for Kids and Teens
Worked in a Research Lab at UNCG and researched hydration, nutrition, and sleep.

I enjoy making a meaningful impact by helping others live healthier lives.

I am a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where I received a degree in Kinesiology- the scientific study of human body movement.

As a student, I was a member of the Kinesiology Club and Nutrition Club, giving me significant insight into how to properly fuel and move the body. I also worked in the Exercise Physiology Lab as a Research Assistant where I focused on the impacts of sleep on food intake.

I am thrilled to be working with clients at Focus Personal Training Studio after previously training clients at various studios around Greensboro. I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of ability and varied goals. I can’t wait to see how we can work together to create a tailored plan, focused on helping you achieve your fitness goals!

You can email me at: davidmesserjr@gmail.com

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified