Expert Fitness Trainers Denver 

All of our trainers are former professional, collegiate, and certified coaches which means they’ve been trained and experienced in anatomy, physiology, and nutrition. They understand that no two bodies are alike and will work with you to get fit at the right pace.

 
 

What is Compound Consistency?

“It’s my coaching philosophy… from the same origins as compound interest. Meaning overtime, day by day if you keep adding consistent deposits - It will pay off”

Courtney Samuel
Owner & Celebrity Trainer

Specializations
Body Transformation
Sports Conditioning
Weight Management
Strength Training

BS Computer Science, North Dakota State

  • North Dakota State Football, Cornerback

  • NFL Draft Member #25, New Orleans Saints

  • ACE PT Certified

  • USA Boxing Coach certified

Fun facts: Courtney owns well over 300 pairs of shoes. His favorite? “I have a favorite for every occasion. My favorite daily shoe are the Daybreak Undercover, I own every color wave.”

Best piece of coaching advice: Never compare your chapter 1 with someone else’s chapter 20. Be the best YOU can be!

My Proudest Accomplishment: Absolutely being a Dad. My family is all I got and I want them to become great. My 5 year goal is my family to have abundance and financial freedom.

  • My Fitness Journey: It started in high school, I played in the band, saxophone. I really wanted to play football, but it was the same time as band practice. I created a plan to accidentally “lose” my saxophone by leaving it in the hall. Surprise ! The instrument was gone and I was able to play football. After a successful football career at North Dakota State University and in the NFL, this became the foundation of the workouts we do at Bodies By Perseverance. As teammates we worked out in smaller groups. It builds a family, partnership and a team environment this is where people grow, excel and reach new physical limits.

    After a stint in the NFL due to a torn achilles, I fell back on my software engineering degree and worked for SUN Microsystems and for other software companies as a consultant from 2001-2003. I knew in 2003 that I wanted something more and to create the best gym in Denver. I started in a 500 sqft gym and 20 years later in a 10,000 sqft gym and two locations, I am truly blessed and a huge believer in taking the leap of faith in your passion.

Follow on IG @therealcourtneysamuel

Jennifer Samuel
Co-Owner & Celebrity Trainer

Specializations
Weightlifting
Strength Training
Women’s Fitness
Pre/Post-natal Training

BA Communications CU Denver, MBA Marketing CSU

  • NASM PT and Women’s Strength Training certified

  • Denver Broncos Cheerleader, 1999-2003

  • USA Boxing Coach, Green Level certified

  • Taekwondo Yellow Belt

  • Maddog Athletics certification, Johnny G, Spinning Instructor

Fun facts: I am the first Filipino American woman on the Denver Broncos Cheerleader team.

Best piece of coaching advice: Do not compare yourself to others. Your journey and their journey will always be different.

My Proudest Accomplishment: I have two proudest accomplishments: Becoming a professor at CU Denver and sharing my knowledge and experience from C-level executive to an entrepreneur. My greatest accomplishment is becoming a parent, witnessing my kids' growth from hesitant learners to confident problem solvers.

  • My Dance & Training Journey: Dance began at the age of three with the San Francisco Ballet. As I was getting older, I started picking up different forms of dance such as hip-hop, jazz, tap and lyrical. I auditioned in L.A. for singers and productions but never followed through to move back to California. When I wasn’t dancing, I was hanging out with my active family members: my aunt who played badminton and for the Seoul Olympics, my grandfather who played tennis through his 80s in senior leagues, and my grandmother doing jazzercise into her 70s. I was always surrounded by dance, fitness and sports. In 1999, I became a Denver Broncos Cheerleader, had the honor to cheer alongside John Elway and Terrill Davis, I served four seasons, and traveled the world representing this world-class NFL organization.

    Fitness was always just a hobby and as soon as I made a name for myself at different studios, I joined Courtney in 2005 at BBP. While working, I became certified in personal training, spinning, and boxing. I am so blessed to have trained a lot of people with different journeys - transformations, weddings, and post-baby. Including, top celebrities and a famous actress for a role in a movie (still pinching myself).

Detailed Experience on LinkedIn

 

Haley
Business Assistant

Hey there! I'm Haley Rodriguez, your e-commerce expert specializing in the fitness industry. With an ISSA certification and a passion for all things fitness! I'm here to help you achieve your goals. As a Colorado native, I've been rock climbing my entire life, and my fitness journey has taken me through various training styles. Strength training and body recomp have become my true passions.

Fun fact: I also have four awesome chickens named Pollo, Scramble, Pickle, and Tiny Diamond.

Favorite lift: When it comes to lifting, Bulgarian Split squats have a special place in my heart – they hurt so good!

Cheat meal: And when it's time to indulge, Indian food or BBQ are my go-to cheat meals. 

 

At Perseverance, we call ourselves coaches. We pride ourselves on having the most knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated coaches to helping our clients achieve their fitness goals.

Each coach is certified by a nationally recognized organization and has years of experience working with a variety of clients, from beginners to seasoned athletes. They are experts in fitness and nutrition and stay up-to-date on the latest research and trends in the industry.

Our coaches are passionate about helping clients succeed and will work with them to develop a personalized fitness plan that is tailored to their specific needs and goals. They provide ongoing support and guidance every step of the way, offering motivation, accountability, and constructive feedback.

We understand that each client is unique, and our coaches take the time to get to know them and their individual circumstances. This helps them to provide a more personalized, effective workout plan and ensure that each client feels comfortable and supported throughout their fitness journey.

At Perseverance, our coaches are more than just fitness experts. They are also mentors, motivators, and friends to our clients. They understand that physical fitness is just one piece of the puzzle and are committed to helping clients achieve overall wellness and a balanced lifestyle.

So, if you're looking for a supportive, knowledgeable trainer who will help you achieve your fitness goals and improve your quality of life, look no further than Perseverance. Our coaches are here to help you succeed, every step of the way.