Mark H.

Background

About Mark H.

Mark Hibbard, CEO of NEXT Level Fit “I developed a love of sports and all things athletic at a young age. In my teens I started training in a local gym and was amazed at how the body can transform itself with consistent workouts and the right nutrition. At the time it was the “Golden Era of Bodybuilding”. In 1993 I decided to enter 3 teenage bodybuilding competitions and placed 1st in all of them. More than trophies, my big take away would be an ongoing passion for the study of fitness. Before I knew it people were asking me for advice and I was more than happy to share my experience. I realized most individuals who go to the “gym” really need guidance and direction to train right. What better way was there to share my knowledge than to become a personal trainer? But that was only the beginning. If I was to be the best trainer out there, I knew the ongoing study of the science of fitness would be crucial. For a time I was happy training clients out of several “big box” gyms, but soon I became frustrated to see the distorted and misleading philosophy of local gyms. I knew if people were to train smart they needed to get away from the ‘treadmills, bikes and stationary machines philosophy’. The only way to change the way fitness was done was to start out on my own. In 2006 NLF began doing business with the idea to create an environment where people from all walks of life and fitness levels could get life changing results in a place they would call home. Continuing to work on my craft and mentoring with the best fitness instructors and coaches in the nation has allowed me to help hundreds of people over the years. I’m still inspired and motivated by them when they tell me their lives have been changed and are living better because of my influence. The American dream…loving what you do and making a living too. It’s been a very gratifying journey and I enjoy every minute of it.”