Do you have the motivation – maybe even the discipline – but still looking for the right guide to provide you with the knowledge, instructions and protocol needed to achieve the healthy, confident body you want? From Hollywood coaches to celebrity coaches to 1:1 online sessions personalized to your needs, these are the three coaches you need to know about before making your choice.
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1. Luke Worthington
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With an absolute wealth of knowledge and experiences, Luke Worthington is one of the world’s leading specialists in the physical training of film and television actors. A personal trainer, sports scientist, sports therapist and nutritionist with over 25 years of experience, he integrates personal training with biomechanics, nutrition, manual therapy, injury prevention and rehabilitation to prepare performers for the aesthetic and physical demands of modern film productions.
Recognized by major studios such as Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Netflix, Amazon MGM, Warner Bros. and Apple, Luke is responsible for some of the most recognizable physiques and physical transformations on screen.
Working at the intersection of performance, safety and storytelling, and in close collaboration with directors, producers, stunt teams and medical services, it provides integrated physical preparation that balances the aesthetic demands of a role with performance, injury prevention and long-term physical resilience, helping artists meet the demands of production safely and consistently.
Alongside his work in film and television, Luke was previously responsible for training trainers at Third Space, one of the leading luxury fitness companies. He spent five years as a consultant for Nike, writing and delivering the Nike Personal Training certification and advising on training methodology for the world’s largest sports brand. He is currently consulting Health and Fitness Training on the technical content of the UK Personal Training Certification.
Luke’s work has been regularly featured in publications such as The times, British Vogue, The Daily Telegraph, Men’s health, Women’s health and the Evening standard. He has been recognized by the Institute of Personal Training as one of the world’s leading personal trainers and named one of the world’s best personal trainers by several independent publications.
Alongside his work on film productions, Luke also works with private clients across a range of online coaching programs, educational resources and consulting services, making the same approach to physical preparation available to customers around the world.
2. Evroy Ellis Jr. and Hado CrossFit
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While a former professional football player and competitive CrossFit athlete Evroy Ellis Jr. offers premium individualized coaching online, the real deal is to visit him in his Hado CrossFit gym in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico.
There’s nothing like the blend of high-level training and enthusiastic, fun team spirit that Coach Evroy has cultivated in his gym located in the coastal paradise of Oaxaca.
Group sessions as well as personal coaching regularly transform the body and mind locals, travelers, expats and those who left Puerto Escondido a long time ago but never wanted to leave its training.
Known for his calm, his method approach to lifting and progressevery level is seen and welcomed with Evroy Ellis Jr. – from beginners to professional athletes looking to improve, recover or maintain strength.
With his Hado CrossFit gym, Evroy is the only representative of CrossFit in Mexico’s largest state and does a remarkable job sharing the sport, its joys and its benefits with people from all walks of life, of all ages.
The team is carefully selected and can really shape your day, your week and more. This is a trainer and gym worth visiting, but you’ll probably want to continue training afterward.
3. Maik Wiedenbach
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The German fitness trainer and two-time World Cup and Olympic level swimmer Maik Wiedenbach is an absolute institution in Manhattan, New York. Maik Wiedenbach Personal Training NYC, formerly known as Adler Training and German Body Engineering, is one of the most sought-after training and nutrition services in Manhattan and East Hampton. Its high-level facilities and training the results have been fixed an evolving standard for gyms around the world, which has led him to teach his methods and experience across the world, particularly for large-scale projects in Dubai.
One of the most respected experts in the bodybuilding industry, he is the author of several books and frequently featured in publications.
In addition, beyond its clientele based in New The city of York and East Hampton, its online personal training system targets business travelers and professionals with time constraints.
Maik is one of the few to have remained at the top of industry and science for many generations. The value of his experience is immeasurable, but it is there to share with you. His Instagram account provides excellent insight into the clarity of its detailed instructions and basic knowledge.
