FIRST PRINCIPLES FITNESS

STOP Guessing START Knowing.

Understand your body better by expanding your knowledge, discovering the “why”, and taking action to progress your life forward.

Our Approach

FP Fitness leads with First Principles.

Optimizing your health comes down to adopting a thought process that helps you understand fundamental truths: lose the quick-fixes, find the source, and start solving for the root of the problem. Whether your goal is to sleep through the night, subdue chronic pain or complete an IRONman — our approach is to leave no stone unturned so you can find the right answer.

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WORK WITH US

Solving problems isn’t about being told what to do - it’s having a thought process so you can rationalize it for yourself. Our extensive assessment protocols help you understand all aspects of Physiology, Movement and Psychology so you can create lasting, positive health changes.

  • Fitness Assessments & Programs

    Know the data, understand your body.

    From metabolic assessments to fitness evaluations, our programs take a 360-degree look at your physiology, your lifestyle, and the other 23 hours of the day that you aren’t training. Whether you feel that you're underperforming, or haven't reached your fitness potential, we have the tools and expertise to answer the unknown so you can train efficiently and reach your genetic potential.

    Stop Guessing, Start Knowing

  • Wellness Coaching

    With new information comes new emotions.

    Often the most bulletproof way to live life isn't being right, but some tailored wisdom can help you to move forward. Through one-on-one sessions focused on creating change, we’ll help you let go of your ego and look for the right answer - not your answer. From weight loss to sleep coaching, we have the expertise to help you achieve your goals and understand what’s getting in your way.

    Let's Move Forward

What People Are Saying

  • “He is able to address a number of areas that impact physical performance, going beyond just exercise to discuss breathing, sleep, and mental attitude”

    — Gregg S.

  • “His workouts are unique, fun and helped foster a healthier outlook on what I can accomplish both inside and outside of the gym.”

    — Gavin M.

  • “I sleep about an hour and a half more a night, not sure what back pain is anymore and most importantly I get hurt much less”

    — Sinan K.

  • “Rick is an expert in his field, and I have learned so much about physiology and sport performance from him.”

    — Christine S.

  • “Personable, extremely knowledgeable and professional in all aspects of our time together”

    — Gordon B.

  • “By retraining me from being a mouth breather to a nose breather, we lowered my blood pressure from hypertension stage 2 to normal in 30 days”

    — Gillian D.

  • “I have been working with Rick for ten years and know that he has contributed to lifting my overall mind, body, and spirit to a better place.”

    — Tony C.

  • ”Rick’s input has been exceptional in view of his in-depth knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the musculoskeletal system”

    — Dr. Hassan S. MD

  • “His knowledge of anatomy and movement is incredible”

    — Gregg S.

  • “Under Rick’s guidance, I’ve made big gains in my power and agility”

    — Christine S.

  • "From hypertension to normal within a month with breathing exercises"

    — Gillian D.

  • “Extremely dedicated personal fitness professional”

    — Tony C.

What Is Metabolic Assessment?

Stop guessing at what you need to train, and know now by assessing:

AMR

Understand how your body uses fat vs carbs at certain intensities, your breathing efficiency, and how to change your physiology to reach your genetic potential.

RMR

Your resting metabolic rate quantifies how many calories you burn at rest during the day. Measuring the gases you breathe we can assess your caloric needs.

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