Get To Know Me
My Background
My name is Edward Hart. I reside in Melbourne, Florida. I am a Keiser University graduate, earning an Associate of Science in Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology, and a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance. I hold a Diploma in Massage Therapy, and I am currently licensed to practice in the State of Florida. I am a US Army Infantry combat veteran, having served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. I have traveled and lived abroad, spending time in Japan and the Philippines, and was stationed and lived in South Korea and Hawaii. My purpose is to continue serving others as a Health and Human Performance professional. I aspire to collaborate with people, helping them to fulfill their personal goals when it comes to health and fitness.
RESUME
Experience
Fitness Associate, Eau Gallie Yacht Club
Fitness specialist at a private member only club where I utilized my fitness and massage skills to help active members achieve their goals as it relates to their individual health and human performance concerns.
December 2022 - April 2024
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Massage Therapist
Massage therapist where the focus is on rehabilitation from pain and/or injury. Deep tissue, IASTM, cupping, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active/passive stretching are just a few of the techniques I utilize during my client's rehabilitation process.
April 2022 - Present
Group Personal Trainer, Burn Bootcamp
February 2019 - Nov 2019
Bootcamp-style fitness training with progressive circuit-style programming. Incorporated modifications for all ages and fitness levels. Designed physical activity plans with individual clients using one-on-one focus meetings, enhancing client nutritional, physiological, and application of skills knowledge. Created an applicable proper form and technique class regarding facility equipment to familiarize new clients and avoid injury.
Infantry, US Army
​Served in the US Army Infantry. Promoted to Sergeant in 2006 and Staff Sergeant in 2010. My duties as a Sergeant included, but were not limited to, being responsible for the individual training, personal appearance, and cleanliness of my soldiers. As a Staff Sergeant, I was responsible for a greater number of soldiers and equipment. I was also tasked throughout my years with company extra duties such as Unit Armorer, Master Driver, Movement, Height & Weight, and Supply Sergeant NCO.
October 2004 - July 2014
Education
BS Health and Human Performance, Keiser University
February 2021 - March 2022
Educated on health and fitness assessments, utilizing various methods including body metrix (body view pro-fit software), skin calipers, bioelectrical impedance analysis, and tape measurements. Height and weight, heart-rate monitoring, and blood pressure. Functional movement, postural, and balance assessments. Cardiovascular and strength testing. Sports nutrition, special population groups, injury prevention, and exercise prescription design.
AS Sport's Medicine and Fitness Technology, Keiser University
May 2019 - February 2021
Legal and ethical considerations, nutrition, kinesiology, and physiological adaptations to conditioning were the primary focus.
Diploma in Massage Therapy, Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers
August 2018 - April 2019
History, ethics, and Florida laws and rules of Massage. Anatomy, Physiology, and HIV/AIDS education. Theory and practice of hydrotherapy, Allied and Eastern modalities. Two hundred hours of hands-on massage using Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, and Sport’s Massage techniques. Assessed client needs and developed an appropriate individualized treatment plan.
Skills
Knowledge & Expertise
Massage Therapy
Advanced
Certified in Upper Body Trigger Point Therapy, Gua Sha, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation, Cupping, and Kinesiology Taping
Certified Personal Trainer
Advanced
Certifications in boot camp style training, TRX, flexibility, senior fitness, nutrition, behavior change, first aid, cpr/aed.
Proficiencies
I’m always looking for new and useful skills that will help me do better work. Whether I’m working on a new collaboration or doing something on my own, there is always room for improvement and new things to learn. Have a look at my skillset and let me know if you need additional information.
Nutrition
Intermediate
Knowledgeable with caloric intake, macronutrient manipulation, and micronutrient consumption. Understand Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), and how to determine one's caloric needs to achieve personal goals.
Strength and Conditioning
Advanced
Well-versed in utilizing periodization training to achieve the three primary athletic goals:
1. Improve athletic performance
2. Reduce injuries
3. Teach lifelong fitness and movement skills
Goal Setting / Motivation
Advanced
As a Certified Behavior Change Specialist, I have the tools needed to help people set realistic goals. I understand that listening is more important than talking. Actions are more important than words. And by far, the most important concept is to live the lifestyle for which I promote.