About Lift Rest Repeat:
The goal of Lift Rest Repeat is to keep you abreast of the latest trends and research in fitness. Lift Rest Repeat tells you what works best and what is a waste of time.  Lift Rest Repeat dispels the myths of resistance and “cardio” training while bringing readers the plain and simple truth about good health and fitness. These goals will be accomplished via frequent articles, interviews with athletes, nutritionists, trainers, coaches, physical therapists, and guest posts by industry professionals. Lift Rest Repeat will also feature videos on how to properly perform exercises, workouts, suggested gym setups, motivation, meal preparation, and much, much more.

About Joe Schafer:

* Certifications:

NASM-PES, NASM-CPT, NSCA-CPT, USAW Level 1, FMS Certified, Pre-Post Natal, CPR/AED, Kettlebell Athletics, EFTI (Equinox Fitness Training Institute) Tier 3

* Continuing Education 09′

High Intensity Strength Training for Professional Athletes with John Philbin

The Future of Functional Training with Michael Boyle, Lee Taft,  and Chuck Wolf

Anatomy Trains for the Personal Trainer with Thomas Myers

Testing, Treating, & Training the Shoulder: From Assessment to Performance with Michael Reinold and Eric Cressey

*Continuing Education 10′

What Every Trainer Needs to Know About Nutrition with Dr. John Berardi

USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach Certification with Leo Totten

Major League Strength Performance Conference with Dana Cavalea, Brijesh Patel, Dr. Perry Nickleston, Jenna Stranzl, John Pallof, Rob Taylor, and Korey Goodwin

The Yin of Training with Steve Cotter: Balancing Your Program with Breathing and Mobilization

*Continuing Education 11′

West Virginia Strength and Conditioning Clinic

Villanova Strength and Conditioning Clinic

Internship with the Strength and Conditioning program at Cal U PA

* Mission Statement:

A commitment to excellence in fitness, working with clients to reach their varied/numerous goals.

* History:

Joe’s interest in athletics started in an unconventional manner; his initial foray into exercise was through skateboarding. This dynamic physical activity resulted in injuries and thus physical therapy for Joe on more than one occasion, but as a positive result he became intrigued with the rehabilitation process. He took what he knew to the gym and began to train with injury prevention in mind. After several years of training and learning as much as he could on the subject through working at numerous gyms and volunteering at a physical therapy clinic Joe realized his passion for fitness and became a certified Personal Trainer. Joe’s main focus these days is less about skateboarding and is more dedicated to training in the martial arts.  In the summer of 08′ Joe took a five month leave to train in Muay Thai Kickboxing in Thailand and Gong Fu and Tai Ji in China.

Joe started his career in Personal Training at the prestigious Rivers Club in downtown Pittsburgh, PA. A penchant for additional training education and experience led Joe to New York City, where he’s been training at Equinox Fitness Clubs since 2004. Since then Joe has quickly moved through the ranks, being one of Equinox’s most sought-after trainers. His expertise varies from weight loss, lean mass gain, sport specific, etc. His unique system raises the bar in aiding clients to reach their goals; combining classic and functional resistance training theory and equipment.

Joe truly believes/subscribes to the methodology of complete fitness and health through client dedication insuring success. A change in thought, ritual and habit in work out methods, stress management, eating and sleeping are essential to positive results/change. Joe envisions the best for his clients and coaches them to reach their desired effects in a timely and efficient manner. He is flexible with location and schedules for one-on-one and group training sessions, be it in a private club, apartment building, or even at a park. For more information and rates please email.