Chris Cooper (NSCA-CPT)

Chris Cooper (NSCA-CPT)

Chris Cooper is a certified personal trainer through the NSCA and a massage therapist in New York. He has over 17 years of experience working with clients in their pursuit of getting stronger and moving pain-free. He runs his coaching services through his website. You'll find him with his wife and 3 kids or managing his fantasy football team when he's not writing or coaching. You can connect with him on XInstagram, or LinkedIn.
  • Education:
    • Health Science from Hartwick College
    • Massage Therapy from Swedish Institute of Health Sciences
  • Certifications: 
    • Nutrition from Precision Nutrition
    • Massage Therapist from New York State Education Dept.

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