Meet John Rhoads
Helping busy professionals and parents achieve their fitness goals with real-world, sustainable strategies.
About
I get it—balancing work, family, and your own health can feel like an impossible task sometimes. As a military veteran and father, I’ve faced my share of challenges. Over the years, I’ve developed a straightforward, no-nonsense approach to fitness that’s designed to fit real life. You won’t find complicated routines or extreme diets here—just practical solutions that help you stay consistent and get results. Whether you’re a busy parent trying to stay active or a professional stuck at a desk all day, I’m here to guide you toward better health without adding more stress to your plate.
My Approach is Built on These 4 Core Values
Discipline
Accountability
Consistency is key. I bring military discipline to my fitness plans because it’s not about perfection—it’s about showing up, even when things get tough.
I’ll be there to guide you, check in with you, and make sure you stay on track. You don’t have to do this alone.
Practicality
Sustainability
Life is hectic. That’s why my approach is simple and realistic—fitness plans that fit into your schedule, not the other way around.
This isn’t a quick fix. My focus is on long-term solutions, building habits that last so you can enjoy better health for life.
Why Rhoads2Fitness?
You don’t have time to waste on things that don’t work—I know that. That’s why I focus on results that are both practical and measurable. I design fitness plans that take into account your busy schedule, family commitments, and personal goals. My military background taught me the importance of structure and discipline, but I also know that life requires flexibility. Whether you’re balancing a high-stress career, trying to keep up with your kids, or just finding it hard to stay motivated, my goal is to help you take small, manageable steps that lead to lasting change.
What My Clients Are Saying
“I have been training with John since March of 2023. My goal for training with John was to gain strength and to perfect my form. John has the gift to empower his clients and give then self-confidence. I specifically wanted john to improve the compound lifts. I was never confident deadlifting. On one occasion a man at my home gym asked if I had ever considered adding more weight. I only had ten-pound plates on the bar. John has perfected my form and boosted my self-confidence. Now my max deadlift is 285 pounds! I am so proud of this accomplishment. John is an amazing trainer. I learned so much about fitness and nutrition from him. I would recommend anyone from beginner to advance to train with John. He is just an amazing trainer.”
-Kerri C.
"When I began working with John almost 2 years ago, my original goal was to be healthy, period. With his coaching and guidance, my goal has changed to be healthy, strong, and fit. I have discovered a love of lifting heavy weight much to my surprise. I can honestly say I have met my goals and am in the best shape of my life. John has been the key and missing piece that I needed."
-Barbara S.
“I began with John Rhoads back in the first quarter of 2024. I desired to be stronger and wanted much more endurance and I wanted to lose some weight; exactly in that order. My experience with John has been nothing short of excellent. In the beginning, he met me exactly where I was mentally and physically and continues to do so. Every day, every workout looks different. I have always been very comfortable with John. He reads people well, pushes when they need pushed, and gently gives grace when needed. He encourages and takes time with me. John has taught me much about diet, nutrition, bending a recipe, how to shop, how to order in a restaurant. He has worked diligently with me on proper form. I am proud to say is greatly improved. I have learned to properly squat, deadlift, and several more movements. When I started with John, I believed I could do a proper squat. I wasn’t. While in proper form I could not even lift myself off the bench. Tears of frustration and sadness, disappointment, and embarrassment crept down my face. John was patient and gentle as a lamb with me; very empathetic. He dug and dug until he found a technique that worked for me to learn from. Months later, I am very proud to say my squats are continuing to improve and with beautiful form, I successfully squat and deadlift."
-Cheryl C.
“Working with John has been an absolute game changer for me, especially as I started noticing changes in my body after 40. I thought I had a decent handle on eating healthy and exercising, but John introduced me to the power of counting macros and taught me how to truly fuel my body the right way. Thanks to John’s guidance, I’ve learned how to make smarter food choices that align with my goals, which has significantly improved my energy and overall wellbeing. He also showed me exactly what to focus on during my workouts to feel stronger and see real results. What I appreciate most about John is how personalized and approachable he made the entire process. He broke everything down into simple, actionable steps and was always there to answer questions and kept me motivated. Thanks to John, I feel healthier, stronger, and more in control of my fitness than I have in years. I’m so grateful for his expertise and encouragement. I can’t recommend him enough to anyone looking to make a lasting change in their health and fitness journey.”
-Ernesto C.
John is the best personal trainer around; both from his personal and observed experience. He helped me improve my arm and wrist mobility which has allowed me to more effectively do barbell and dumbbell curls as well as other small movements with my upper body. The improved mobility has improved my quality of life.
Ben N.
Ready to Take Control of Your Health?
Let’s make fitness work for you, not the other way around. Join a growing community of people who are balancing fitness with family and career—and seeing real, lasting results. You don’t have to tackle this alone. Let’s get started today.