John Durrett

Joined: May 14, 2025

John Durrett is a seasoned strength and conditioning coach with nearly two decades of hands-on experience across every level of the industry. A lifelong martial artist with over 30 years of training, he holds black belts and instructor certifications in multiple disciplines. In addition to his work in martial arts, John has also competed in various lifting competitions, bringing both competitive insight and personal grit to his coaching practice. Throughout his career, John has worked with athletes of all ages and ability levels—from first-graders and senior citizens to Olympians and professional athletes. His coaching philosophy is rooted in long-term development, functional movement, and sustainable progress. John’s personal journey adds powerful depth to his professional work. In 2007, he graduated high school weighing 315 pounds. After years of struggling with his weight, he reached a turning point in college, recognizing the urgent need for change. Through dedicated study of nutrition and exercise, he transformed his life—ultimately dropping to 170 pounds and gaining a passion for helping others do the same. He is a certified NSCA CSCS and Power Athlete Coach, with more than 20 additional certifications and countless hours of continuing education in exercise science, nutrition, and performance. Beyond strength coaching, John has helped hundreds of personal training clients lose weight, build strength, and improve their quality of life. An in-demand educator, John has been invited to lead seminars across the country on topics including exercise science, martial arts, and meditation—sharing not just knowledge, but a deep understanding of physical and mental transformation.