Diego is a NASM Certified Group and Personal Trainer with a strong academic foundation. He holds both an Associate’s and a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cal State Fullerton. He is also CPR certified and brings both education and personal experience to his training.
His passion for fitness started with his own transformation. He lost 20 pounds of fat, reached 10 percent body fat, and gained 10 pounds of muscle while maintaining his weight. This journey taught him that progress is more important than perfection and that long-term results come from consistency and discipline.
His approach focuses on building both physical and mental strength. He believes fitness is not just about how you look but also how you feel and handle life’s challenges. With every client, he works to build confidence, create structure, and encourage lasting, healthy habits.
Outside of training, he enjoys going to the beach, exploring new restaurants in Orange County, and staying active through thrill-seeking adventures. Fluent in both English and Tagalog, he values creating a welcoming, inclusive space for everyone.
A quote he lives by: “Confidence should be your only lie.”