Trainers – Iron Body Gym https://ironbodyoc.com Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:10:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://ironbodyoc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IRONBODY_DIGITAL_PORTRAIT_BLACK_PRIMARY-SMALL-150x150.jpg Trainers – Iron Body Gym https://ironbodyoc.com 32 32 Andrew Serrano Owner / Head Trainer https://ironbodyoc.com/trainers/andrew-serrano/ Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:28:59 +0000 https://ironbodyoc.com/?post_type=trainers&p=871 Andrew, a native of Southern California, has been passionate about fitness since high school. As a 95lb wrestler aiming to gain size, he dedicated himself to bodybuilding during college and achieved success by winning his first competition in 2008. Embracing his natural abilities, Andrew transitioned to powerlifting, where he achieved impressive lifts of 667lbs in squats, 392lbs in bench press, and 627lbs in deadlifts during competitions. He currently challenges himself to become a hybrid athlete, capable of achieving both a 6-minute mile and a 600lb deadlift in the same day. Outside of fitness, Andrew enjoys off-roading in his Jeep with his two dogs, Pippin and Walter, exploring the deserts of California, Arizona, and Utah.

Andrew believes that reaching fitness goals is like following a roadmap. The first step is understanding one’s current starting point. Once established, he selects the appropriate tools, blending breathwork, resistance training, mobility exercises, cardiovascular training, and a tailored dietary approach to help clients achieve their goals in the fastest yet most sustainable way possible.

With his extensive knowledge and experience, Andrew works with clients from various backgrounds. He is capable of catering to individuals seeking relief from musculoskeletal pain as well as advanced athletes, offering a wide range of expertise to meet their specific needs.

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Zach Backscheider Trainer https://ironbodyoc.com/trainers/zach-backschieder-iron-trainer/ Sat, 01 Oct 2022 04:35:52 +0000 https://ironbodyoc.com/?post_type=trainers&p=992 Zach, originally from upstate New York, had a football career cut short due to a serious leg injury. This incident sparked his curiosity about the human body’s functions and adaptations, fueling his passion to help others become stronger and perform better. After earning his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science in 2020, Zach established a successful personal training business. Over time, he worked with diverse clients, including busy executives, the elderly, and individuals in recovery, which enhanced his versatility as a trainer. Seeking new experiences, Zach made the decision to relocate to California and joined Iron Body as a trainer.

Being a trainer has had a transformative impact on Zach’s life. He has had the privilege of meeting incredible people and witnessing clients commit to their plans and work towards their goals, creating a unique and rewarding experience. Zach’s approach aims to develop well-rounded clients who can achieve any fitness goal without sacrificing functionality. He strives to help them surpass their own expectations.

Zach is a versatile trainer with expertise in fat loss, strength training, and programming. His well-rounded skill set allows him to effectively assist clients in reaching their fitness objectives.

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Paige Sousa Trainer https://ironbodyoc.com/trainers/paige-sousa-iron-trainer/ Sat, 21 Nov 2020 05:42:33 +0000 https://ironbodyoc.com/?post_type=trainers&p=3186 Paige Sousa found fitness after a 13-year basketball career. She coached junior college basketball immediately after her athletic career but transitioned to fitness in 2014 when she began coaching Crossfit and Olympic weightlifting in San Jose, CA and Austin, TX. From 2021-2023, she served as one of three Strength and Conditioning coaches for the nationally dominant Mater Dei High School, where she oversaw 8 premier sports teams throughout the year (yes, even football). No matter where she was physically coaching, Paige maintained her remote personal training business of both men and women of all ages, with a broad spectrum of fitness and health goals. She provides personalized programming for developing both strength and muscle growth with extreme attention to detail. 

Paige also brings a different element to the Iron Body team in that she holds a Professional and Technical Writing degree from San Jose State University and has helped managed gyms across California and in Texas over the last 8 years of her career. Her strong communication skills combined with experiences in training and business, made Paige the perfect fit for Iron Body as our Director of Operations. Paige works behind the scenes to create strong relationships with current and potential clients, helps execute in-house projects and cultivate a brand image that reflects our mission of not just living a long life, but maximizing those years through holistic good health and wellness. 

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Martina Satanassi Trainer https://ironbodyoc.com/trainers/ben-koski-iron-trainer/ Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:46:29 +0000 https://ironbodyoc.com/?post_type=trainers&p=2487 Martina, an Italian-American who grew up in South Africa, played soccer from ages 4-18 and won the national championship with her provincial team. Martina moved to California to be closer to her family in the hopes of continuing her soccer career. Her soccer career was cut short after sustaining multiple injuries over the years.

Trying to better understand her own body, Martina went down a path of discovery and curiosity for the human body and how to optimize its function for longevity and performance. She fell in love with fitness, starting out as a personal trainer at 24 Hour Fitness in 2017 and then opening her own practice in 2019. Helping people realize their true potential and achieving things they no longer thought were possible is what she deems as the highest level of fulfillment.

Martina’s training focuses on proper movement patterns, posture, and body mechanics while working on building strength. She uses various systems such as FRC and PRI to help her clients train safely and effectively while working around any old or new injuries.

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Jordan Ojeda Trainer https://ironbodyoc.com/trainers/jordan-ojeda-iron-trainer/ Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:40:44 +0000 https://ironbodyoc.com/?post_type=trainers&p=3640 Jordan Ojeda discovered his passion for bodybuilding in his sophomore year of high school, inspired by the profound physical and mental transformation it brought him. This initial spark ignited a deep interest in human health and performance, leading him to earn his degree in Kinesiology with a focus in Exercise Science at California State University, Long Beach, graduating summa cum laude. At CSULB, Jordan actively participated in multiple research labs dedicated to muscle physiology and exercise science, further fueling his commitment to understanding the science behind optimal human health.

Jordan is a dedicated strength athlete with a passion for both performance and physique development. He actively competes in powerlifting, with training focused on building real, measurable strength, while also pursuing bodybuilding to continually improve his physique. Outside of the gym, Jordan trains Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has earned his blue belt. He believes strongly in balancing evidence-based education with real-world application.

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Dr. Matthew Serrano Chiropractor / Trainer https://ironbodyoc.com/trainers/dr-matthew-serrano-chiropractor-trainer/ Sun, 24 Feb 2019 18:44:05 +0000 https://ironbodyoc.com/?post_type=trainers&p=3642 Dr. Matthew Serrano is a personal trainer and chiropractor specializing in strength development, injury rehabilitation, and long-term performance. With a background in both corrective care and strength training, he bridges the gap between rehab and results.

Dr. Serrano helps clients move better, get stronger, and eliminate pain by combining evidence-based chiropractic care with strength training. His approach focuses on fixing root causes, not just symptoms, so clients can train hard without setbacks.

Whether you’re recovering from injury or building a stronger body for life, Dr. Serrano provides a results-driven, individualized plan designed for durability and performance.

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