UGL Coaches

Fernando Rodriguez: Owner and Founder of the Underground Lab

ACSM-CSCS CPR/AED
Emporia State University
B.A. Exercise Physiology/ Health Promotion
Born: Mexico City, Mexico
Years in Fitness Industry: 10
Sports: D1 College Football. HCC/K.U.
Member of the Mexican National Swim Team/Olympic Team

Passion: Helping individuals achieve whatever fitness goals they might have supporting them through their obstacles.

“I have been training individuals of all different fitness levels for almost 10 years. Just to see their smiles after conquering a goal they’ve been battling is what truly inspires me to keep pushing and training to my maximum capacity. I like a person who can smile in misfortune, gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection and confidence… a person who shows focus and relentless attitude when everyone expects a crumbling response! With the Underground Lab you will receive all of the support and expertise that you will need to obtain your fitness goals. The Underground Lab is not for everyone — it’s for those who are truly looking for results and are willing to push hard every single time. Individuals who are not afraid of working hard, and are ready to go outside their comfort zone to maximize results and exceed their expectations.

“NO Gimmicks…….NO Empty Promises
Just real workouts for real people…with real results-UGL”

 

Chris Medlen

ACSM CPR/AED
Emporia State University
B.A. Exercise Physiology/ Health Promotion
Born: Lawrence, Kansas
Years in Fitness Industry: 6
Sports: 1st Team All-American (Wide Receiver) University of S. M.
Spent three seasons playing pro-level football

Passion: Helping Individuals push through the barriers that stand in the way of optimal health and fitness of life.

“I’ve trained all types of people — beginners, athletes, young, old, skinny, and heavy set — from all different age groups (13-75).
When you train with me and the UGL you will gain a new found respect for the actual process of getting and staying in shape. It’s as much education as it is perspiration.”

“NO Gimmicks…….NO Empty Promises
Just real workouts for real people…with real results-UGL”

 

Melissa Farve

NSCA-CPT CPR/AED
Born: Clark Air Force Base, Philippines
Sports: Youth and High School Swimming
Youth level softball and track

Passion:  “Attacking” the world one person at a time to help individuals attain their goals and take personal responsibility to guide their lives towards optimal health and well-being.

“Within the last years, I have had the privilege of training several individuals, all with different body types, fitness levels and varying ages from 20-57 years young.  It brings me great joy to see those that are determined and driven to succeed towards goals they thought were near impossible to reach.  My love and motivation for fitness helps individuals to grow and appreciate exercise as second nature and not as a chore.”             

“NO Gimmicks…….NO Empty Promises
Just real workouts for real people…with real results-UGL”

 

Michael  Mathews

NSCA-CPT CPR/AED
Born: Johnson City, Tennessee
Sports: Youth and high School level soccer, basketball, baseball, golf    

Passion: Getting to really know my clients so they can talk to me about anything and to give them a safe, fun, and effective program to reach any fitness goals they may have.

“Many people out there like to make excuses on reasons to not work out, a lot of it being time or they are too tired, when maybe the real reason is they just do not like exercise. That is why the trainers at UGL and myself are here. We come up with creative ways to make reaching your fitness goals enjoyable but also making it challenging at the same time.  Over the past years I have trained many people from various body types ranging from 16-67 and have loved training with everyone. Choosing the UGL will be one choice you will never forget.”

“NO Gimmicks…….NO Empty Promises
Just real workouts for real people…with real results-UGL”

 

Bradley Chavez

CPT CPR.AED
Born: Mobile, AL                                                                                       
University of Alabama at Birmingham
B.A. Sociology/Health Education
Yrs in Fitness Industry: 6
Sports: 4 sport high school athlete, 3 yr collegiate starter at UAB playing WR. Played professionally in the NFL and AFL for 6 yrs.
Passion: Assisting individuals in reaching their short and long term goals with comprehension as to how results were achieved and how they can be maintained!
” I have been an athlete my entire life and have trained with the best in the world. My desire is to share the wealth of knowledge I have received and to demonstrate that regardless of your walk of life that success is achievable! Regardless of your goals or barriers WE will be successful here at The UNDERGROUND LAB!!!                                                                                                                                                                                                    

“NO Gimmicks…….NO Empty Promises

Just real workouts for real people…with real results-UGL”