Mike Deardorff - In January of 2003 Mike Deardorf traveled to Iraq to fight in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He left U.S. soil feeling strong and healthy at a body weight of 185 pounds.
When Mike returned 5 months later many of his friends didn’t recognize him. Who could blame them? Mike weighed a measly 145 pounds of skin and bones. He had lost over 40 pounds of muscle due to a lack of food and 138 degree desert heat. Mike tried unsuccessfully to put the weight back on but ended up gaining more fat than muscle. He finally decided to hire Chris to help him get into the best shape of his life. The following pictures prove Mike more than accomplished his goal.
Mike at 185lbs. a day before the invasion
Doing laundry and losing weight in the desert heat
Mike in the best shape of his life
Fay Blake - Fay Blake spent her whole life learning how to overcome one adversity. She became pregnant and was forced to drop out of school and raise a child at age 13. Later in life she became severely overweight tipping the scale at a massive 305 pounds.
At 43, Fay finally decided to gain control of her life. She hired Chris as her personal trainer and began to workout. Fay and Chris trained together 3 days a week for a little over a year. The results were dramatic. Fay’s weight dropped to 132 pounds and her body fat measured 12%. She still holds the Antonio’s Training Systems all time female leg press record of 15 reps with 450 pounds.
Fay at 305lbs. (before)
Fay at 132lbs. (after)
Bob Vastine - 63 year old Bob Vastine was involved in a serious bicycle accident that fractured his pelvis and dislocated his right elbow. Shortly after the accident he began training with Chris to help recuperate from his injuries. At first Bob was limited to using three pound weights to strengthen his arm. He also needed crutches to help him get around the gym. However it wasn’t long before Bob noticed incredible strength gains.
He entered his first bench press contest at the youthful age of 64 and hasn’t slowed down since. Bob now holds 2 American Bench Press Records and 1 World Bench Press Record. His best bench press to date is an official 350 pounds at the age of 68.
Bob Vastine at 68 years young benching 340lbs.
Bob and Chris after a heavy workout
Dan Matta - Dan Matta trained with Chris for 5 months to prepare for the 2006 National and World Lifeguard Championships. During these contests, Dan competed against the most skilled athletes the World's beaches have to offer. He convincingly won the National Championship in the beach flag's event. He also achieved World Class status by placing 2nd and 5th internationally. Look for him to compete again in August of 2007.
Dan Matta waiting to spring into action
Dan captures the winning flag to clench the National Championship