Rogelio A. Realzola PhD, CSCS
Adventure Lover
I grew up a chunky kid. Not particularly strong or fast, but I loved playing sports, loved competing, and always wanted to do more adventurous things. I fell in love with fitness when I wanted to lose weight after gaining 50+ lbs. because a traumatic broken ankle injury left me unable to do anything for 6 months. I started doing push ups and lifting weights, which made me feel SO strong and confident. I haven’t put down the weights since… and that strength has allowed me to climb mountains, hike canyons, and chase every high I can imagine.
Educator and Thinker
Health, Sports Performance, and Training are my life. I completed my PhD in Health, Exercise, and Sports Sciences from the University of New Mexico in December, 2022. I have published original research, written articles in magazines, and taught college courses at the UNM. I also speak at local meetups, regional conferences, and private businesses on how to better fit health and fitness into your daily lives, as well as speak on the newest and coolest research on exercise!
Performance Coach and Sports Scientist
I have been a personal trainer since 2012 and have been coaching athletes since 2016. I was the Head Strength Coach for the Mississippi State University Competitive Spirit Squads and have been coaching amateur and professional athletes since. I have coached professional athletes ranging from World Championship MMA fighters, MLB athletes, PGA golfers, and NFL athletes. Still, some of my favorite athletes are the mom and dads just looking to get better for themselves and their families!
I also am the Sports Scientist for the Baltimore Orioles and have been the Director of Sports Science at the Performance Ranch in Albuquerque, NM. With R.O.I. Health, I test and analyze my private clients to optimize their health. Testing, analyzing, and programming for specific requirements that athletes need in order for them to perform at their peak is what really excites me!
Now, tell me your story!
Fitness and health mean different things to everyone, and I can’t wait to learn all about you and what drives you to be better! Whatever your goals are, let’s work together to get you to them! I’m so excited to hear from you!