Hello! I’m Arttu
Who I Am
I'm a dedicated strength, and conditioning coach and nutritionist passionate about helping athletes and former athletes reach their full potential, both in and out of sport.
I’m originally from Finland, but growing up I had the opportunity to live around the world. While I spent my formative years in Malaysia, I also spent time in South Korea, Spain, Australia, and Japan. Now I currently reside in San Jose, CA, with my wife, our son, and our dog, Mikko.
Growing up, I was involved in various sports, including karate, skiing, soccer, swimming and ice hockey. I later competed competitively in soccer, rugby, volleyball, and kickboxing - developing a diverse background in sports.
Where I’ve Been
During my university studies in Australia, where I earned a Sports Management and Exercise Science degree, I had the opportunity to work with Arslan Magomedov, a 4x World Muay Thai Champion. This experience solidified my passion for coaching, and I began working with amateur and professional kickboxers.
Furthering my education, I studied through the Human Performance Centre and other organizations to become a certified strength and conditioning coach and nutritionist.
I take a holistic approach to teaching, focusing on human movement, proper nutrition, and managing external stressors while assessing internal blood markers, assigning lifestyle prescriptions, and building sustainable programs for my clients.
What I can offer
Through my 10+ years working professionally in the health and fitness space and playing sports nearly all my life, I've developed a strong purpose to help others in their well-being. My goal is to create highly personalized programs that address where one is mentally and physically and where one wants to be in the long term. My services range from coaching the youth, current athletes, and those who were formally athletes and need to figure out life post-sports.
My values are deeply rooted in education and experience, so I am committed to learning from the top individuals in the field of nutrition, health, exercise science, sports performance, and holistic well-being. I have worked with mentors such as Ben Prentiss, the owner of Prentiss Hockey Performance, who is a leader in coaching NHL players, and James Fitzgerald, the owner of OPEX Fitness. A leader in health, vitality, and challenging the industry's current state.
My services range from coaching the youth, individuals in athletics, and those who are figuring out how to navigate life after sports.
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