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Meet our Trainers

Joe Gernetzke

Joe holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Marquette University and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Joe utilizes his education and experience to accurately determining the safest and most effective path of success for his clients. With his background in physiology and biomechanics, he designs and implements the most efficient, tailored training programs possible. Clients consistently have positive things to say about Joe’s demeanor and skills. He is known for delivering high customer satisfaction by offering a workout experience that is not only scientifically and fundamentally sound, but also enjoyable. Joe comes to Fitness 360 with over four years of professional training experience. He worked in a number of different markets including, Milwaukee, WI, Columbus, OH, and New York City before finally settling in Austin a year and a half ago. In addition to providing high quality results to his clients, he is also responsible for new trainer development and FMS education.

Neil Gray

Neil is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist who has trained clients in San Francisco and New York during his career as a personal trainer. Neil graduated from Trinity University in 1999. After graduation, Neil was out of shape and overweight when he took a job in San Francisco. Shortly after arriving, he joined Crunch Fitness where he began training with NASM trainers. Little did he know this would initiate a major transformation in his life and career. With the help of these trainers, Neil lost 75 pounds and was so inspired that he decided to make personal training his career. He took his own success story to New York City and trained at Club H Fitness where he changed the lives of dozens of clients. Neil specializes in weight loss and corrective exercise and his skills and knowledge will enhance your current exercise routine, prevent injury and help you move to the next level of fitness. Whether your passion is running, biking, swimming or weight lifting, Neil will provide advice and instruction on warm-up, flexibility and nutrition to improve your routine. Since moving to Austin, Neil has been working with Fitness 360 and enjoys running, biking and outdoor training. Neil is currently studying to become a Performance Enhancement Specialist through NASM and training to run his first half-marathon.

Shruti Saran

Shruti is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a Biology degree and a comprehensive background in the life sciences. She is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Shruti excels at developing tailored fitness programs that are enjoyable and sustainable. She understands that improved health and a better physique have a positive effect on all aspects of life and she is committed to providing clients with the motivation, tools and knowledge they need to achieve their personal fitness goals and inhabit their best bodies. She specializes in clients looking to reduce weight and body fat, achieve a more toned and sculpted physique and improve general performance. She enjoys applying her passion for health, fitness and nutrition toward developing unique programs for busy people who want to make the most out of every minute spent in the gym. At Fitness 360, Shruti will work with you to design an effective and technically sound training program that you find interesting, track your progress and performance metrics and provide you with the encouragement you need to achieve your long-term fitness goals.

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Kj Sanchez

A Texas native, graduated with Honors from Allied Health Careers. After graduating, she attended a Las Vegas boot camp where she learned from the some of the best in the fitness industry. Kara Jo is a nationally recognized Certified Personal Trainer by the National Strength and conditioning association (N.S.C.A) and is CPR/AED certified. The N.S.C.A has continued to set the standard for personal training as the most well-respected personal trainer certification through national and international recognition.
Growing up Kara Jo was a year round athlete playing select basketball. After High School she gained 70 pounds! It was then she decided to put her whole heart into fitness. Within one year of training herself she lost 60 Pounds! Her own Personal success has lead to her true passion for fitness.
Currently she is fulfilling her life mission by offering safe individualized personal training programs for people who are ready to reach their own fitness goals. She continues to assess, motivate, educate and train clients regarding their health and fitness needs. Kara Jo specializes in women’s fitness, muscle building ,exercise technique and fat loss. She is the women’s tone and sculpt group instructor for fitness 360. Her genuine and caring nature makes her one of Austin’s most compassionate trainers.
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Nedu Egwuagu

Martin Chinedu Egwuagu Jr. (“Nedu”) is a former walk-on safety for The University of Texas Longhorns Football Team. At UT, Nedu received a B.S. in Kinesiology and a minor in Biology. He is currently certified as a personal trainer under the American Council on Exercise (ACE). With a senior season capped off with a thrilling 24-21 victory against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2008 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, Nedu understands that, with hard work and dedication, your dreams and goals will become reality. This has translated into a passion for fitness and a desire to educate others on the importance of fitness as a part of life. Nedu has been given the opportunity to learn under the guidance of Jeff “Mad Dog” Madden (Assistant Athletics Director for Strength and Conditioning for The University of Texas) and Bennie Wylie (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for The University of Texas football team). Nedu has worked with athletes ranging from all over (Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field, Tennis, Triathletes, Ballet Dancers, etc.). With over 4 years of experience, Nedu is a sure bet if you are looking to release the inner athlete, lose weight, tone up or take you fitness to the next level.