Thompson Fitness Center
Location:O’Connell Sports Center 138
Ph. 360-992-2808 or360-992-2185
Location:O’Connell Sports Center 138
Ph. 360-992-2808 or360-992-2185
David Merritt, NSCA-CPT
Philosophy
"Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will." ~ Mahatma Gandhi It takes determination, heart, and a strong will to overcome the many boundries of fitness. I believe one needs to train the will of an athlete to truly become elite.
Specialty Areas
Athletes, sport-specific workouts, and high intensity workouts designed to push people physically and mentally; designing fundamental fitness routines that incorporate core stablilty, functional training
Qualifications
"Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will." ~ Mahatma Gandhi It takes determination, heart, and a strong will to overcome the many boundries of fitness. I believe one needs to train the will of an athlete to truly become elite.
Specialty Areas
Athletes, sport-specific workouts, and high intensity workouts designed to push people physically and mentally; designing fundamental fitness routines that incorporate core stablilty, functional training
Qualifications
- Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT)
- Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid
Mary Grode, NSCA-CPT
Philosophy
We need exercise and nutrition to be healthy and physically fit: body, mind, soul and spirit.
Specialty Areas
Individualized exercise plans with the client’s goals and fitness level considered. Also cardiovascular and resistance training for surgery and injury recovery for all ages.
Qualifications
We need exercise and nutrition to be healthy and physically fit: body, mind, soul and spirit.
Specialty Areas
Individualized exercise plans with the client’s goals and fitness level considered. Also cardiovascular and resistance training for surgery and injury recovery for all ages.
Qualifications
- National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT).
- Associate of Applied Science in Fitness Training w/Honors



