Born in the Midwest, Philip Deer grew up playing sports and was introduced to fitness training while studying at the University of Southern Indiana – where he began studying exercise science. He went on to receive his Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition from California State University, Long Beach. Philip began his career as a fitness consultant at the University of Southern Indiana in the Recreation, Wellness, and Fitness Center in 2002. He has continued to learn from his various work experiences and mentors, and regularly attends seminars. Philip spends his time training clients at The Fit Life, and serves as adjunct faculty at Santa Ana College, helping fire fighters and police officers in Southern California maintain robust fitness for the demands of their professions. Since 2010, Philip runs The Fit Life in Playa Del Rey, California. The Fit Life is an entirely outdoors fitness program which specializes in programs for busy people, and prides itself on transforming bodies and changing lives! You can reach Philip at: www.jointhefitlife.com www.jointhefitlifeblog.com