TEMPLE FITNESS - Key Persons
Many years ago I started my journey in athletics with the goal to perform to the best of my abilities. I believe through lots of hard work I achieved that by becoming the best in my state and receiving an athletic scholarship to compete on the Division 1 level. Let's rewind a bit and see how that happened, and maybe you will understand why I am so passionate about programs I write and how I know 100% that you will achieve great success with YOUR program. The short answer is because my twin brother and I did an off-season strength & conditioning program that catapulted us to the next level. I remember coming back that next season and actually overhearing somebody say "Where did they come from?" Yes, I was technically skilled at my sport, but I lacked the physicality of my sport, that little bit extra.
At the age of 14, I was blessed to have a coach that understood the importance of strength & conditioning. He set us up at the gym with an outstanding powerlifting coach, and from there it started. My brother and I began training very hard, day in and day out, because the program we had was very well done. We saw great gains, thus enhancing our performance on the mat. My wrestling coach was the best I could have asked for, and a lot of my success was because of him. That really set the stage for the rest of our seasons in high school. Let me clarify something up front. The program I create for you will be sound, but you have to do the work if you want to be successful. No excuses for missing workouts!
In college I majored in health and physical education, because I hoped to one day make an impact on someone's life like my coaches did for me. I love watching and my athletes achieve personal records, and doing things they thought they would never achieve. I am a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the NSCA. In order to be a strength & conditioning coach at any university or professional team, you need this certification. I am very proud of being an NSCA (CSCS), as it took many hours of studying to obtain. I am also certified as a United States Weightlifting Coach (USAW). Along with these certifications, I compete in powerlifting. In the sport of powerlifting, I am considered elite/professional. I have won state titles, national titles, and set American records. All of my experience and over 25 years of training will be reflected in your customized strength and conditioning program. I put a lot of time and consideration into each program that I write. I strongly urge you to first believe in yourself and to start working hard to make your dreams come true. "Don't wish for more than you're willing to work for."
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder
- Co Founder, CPT
Kelly Barbera, co-founder of Temple Fitness with husband Joey Barbera, has a passion for coaching ladies to be their very best physically, emotionally and spiritually! Mother of 3, Kennedy, Maddix and Annistyn!
Kelly's Motto is "Never Boring always a challenge" , "God gave us one Temple, we must steward it well and love how he designed each of us!
Kelly is a former Professional Dancer and Certified Trainer, Kelly has over 20 years experience in technical dance and 15 plus years in the fitness industry.
Mark's journey to being a personal trainer did not follow the conventional route. After completing a successful career in law enforcement he knew he wanted to stay connected to training as he has a background training in firearms, defensive tactics, and SWAT. Staying in shape was always a priority for him to perform at a high level. Fitness took on a new dimension when he pursued his Certification in Personal Training through ISSA. He trained locally for 10 years at Franklin Athletic Club and various boot camps at local businesses. His clients have included strength training for a local high school football team as well as fitness training for the City Franklin and the Police Department. Mark prides himself on staying informed on the latest techniques and enjoys being innovative making the most use out of the gym equipment. He understands that our bodies can plateau with training the same old routine. Therefore, he offers clients a wide range of exercises keeping things fresh and obtaining the optimum results for his clients. Mark is excited to have reunited with the Temple team who assisted in mentoring him when he began his fitness career.
Yolanda Lilly, has worked in Church ministry for over 20 years. Called to disciple, paired with her passion for youth, she had led a life in in pursuit of this call, serving as a youth pastor and leading multiple arts teams. Then, 3 years ago, she came to Temple Fitness, fed up with traditional medicine and many failed surgeries, to begin personal training. There she was renewed both physically and spiritually! She has now become a Certified Health Coach and Personal Trainer and has set out to use her gifts, and new-found knowledge, to minister to teen girls, teach them how to honor their bodies, and build their physical and "spiritual muscles". She is now the founder of Temple Teens, a faith based teen program that not only helps teens to build endurance and strength, but challenges them in their walk with God to be all He has called them to be! Yolanda Lilly is an ordained minister and has made it her life's goal to raise up a generation of spiritually-strong youth who are passionate about Christ and spreading the Good News.