About Train Beyond The Pain

Welcome to the Home of TBTP Athletes. Inspired by Isaiah 40:31, a TBTP Athlete is an individual who can Train Beyond The (physical, emotional, and/or spiritual) Pain to achieve their ultimate fitness goal. David, the first TBTP Athlete started his journey after being labeled as obese at a Dr's visit, during his senior year in H.S. He weighed 249 pounds and his body fat was over 32%. Dealing with shortness of breath, aching joints, and depression; he was close to giving up. However, he decided to fight back for his health and designed a strength and conditioning program known today as Train Beyond The Pain. The TBTP Program helped David firm and tone his physique while losing 79 pounds within 11 months! 

 A year after David achieved his weight loss goal (and 4 months after the tragic events of 9/11), he committed to using his new fitness level to serve his country. He enlisted in the U.S Marines Corps. serving 2 deployments, and upon finishing up his honorable service, he was also awarded a Certificate of Commendation by his Commanding General for keeping the highest traditions in the U.S Marine Corps during Operation Iraqi Freedom. His devotion to service and duty continued to fuel his passion to help others through fitness. By 2010, he had become a Certified Master Trainer after completing 5,000 training hours. David had earned 3 Certifications through NASM and graduated from American Military University with a Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Exercise Science.

In 2012 David joined the San Diego Unified School District, coaching High School Sports and mentoring student athletes. By 2021, he launched Train Beyond The Pain to offer top tier fitness service and in the process added an Athletic Scholarship Program. This program works closely with parents and their student athletes, helping students maintain a high GPA to qualify for scholarships and earn an opportunity to play Collegiate Sports. The "TBTP mission" continues to move forward; "helping others achieve their own health and fitness goals so they too can pursue the life they envision.

As a Veteran owned business, we honor a 20% discount to our Military when you workout at TBTP. We also extend this special offer to First Responders, Teachers, and Students.