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This lecture examines the physiological and functional changes associated with aging and their impact on exercise performance. Participants will review current evidence-based guidelines for training older adults and learn practical strategies to improve strength, balance, mobility, and overall function while reducing injury risk.

Dianne McCaughney | Owner, Fitness Specialist & Master Trainer, ACE & FAI

In this hands-on workshop, discover the powerful combination of foam rolling and active recovery to help your clients improve their general wellness. This session is for personal trainers who want to enhance their clients' recovery routines by reducing muscle soreness and improving mobility and flexibility.

Marc Coronel | Owner, Energia Fitness LLC

Welcome to the ISSA Global Summit!

Josh Bryant | Strength Coach, Speaker & Author

Warren Heffelfinger | CEO, ISSA

Whether you are a coach, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, manager or facility owner you will want to hear Corey's personal story.  Early struggles coming from humble beginnings in Louisiana to building his physique and then transforming others.

Corey Calliet | Transformational Fitness Coach & Celebrity Trainer, Global Brand Ambassador for ISSA

Alfred A. Edmond Jr. | Senior VP/Executive Editor, BLACK ENTERPRISE

We have more biometric data than ever before, now what? In this session, we will cover the three wearable metrics coaches should actually care about, how to interpret them, and the interventions that turn data into performance, recovery, and healthier humans.

Spencer Posey | Military and Human Performance Lead, Garmin

Jawon Chisholm will discuss the challenges of starting from the ground up, building trust within the community, and identifying opportunities for collaboration that create long-term growth. Attendees will learn practical strategies for scaling a fitness business, developing meaningful partnerships, and turning limited resources into powerful opportunities.

Jawon Chisholm | Founder, Struggle To Succeed Fitness & Sports Performance

In this powerful conversation, veteran leaders, coaches, and fitness professionals share how fitness shaped their military readiness and became a foundation for personal growth, leadership, and career transition after service. From Special Operations and military recruiting to elite coaching and purpose-driven entrepreneurship, this panel explores how veterans can translate their experience into meaningful careers in health, fitness, and

Weston Faulkenberry | CEO, Find, Fix, Finish Health and Wellness

Earnest Tyson | Strength & Conditioning Coach, Team USA Kickboxing

Brian Ford | Co-founder , For Purpose Foundation

Colton Duran | Special Operations and Performance Manager, F45

Jordan Betz | Founder, Down Range Strength

(Grab a tennis ball!) This interactive workshop equips fitness professionals and caregivers with practical strategies to enhance agility, balance, and coordination in aging clients.

Roberto Melani | Regional Programming Manager, In-Shape Fitness

In this session, Hannah Eden breaks down the exact 3-step framework used to help trainers transition from in-person coaching to scalable online businesses—without needing a massive following or burning out in the process.

Hannah Eden | CEO, Hannah Eden Fitness

Offer your clients and classes high quality, effective, age-relevant ab exercises. Minimize crunches; maximize core engagement with the range of examples shown in this practical webinar. This session shares moves that align with the anatomical structure and function of the ab muscles. 

Kymberly Evans-Williams | Speaker, Presenter, Master Trainer, Workshop Leader

In this session, Khaled Elmasri breaks down six shifts shaping the future of fitness and what they mean for operators, leaders, and teams in the field. From onboarding and retention to leadership and personalization, this session is built to challenge the way we think and raise the standard for what great looks like.

Khaled Elmasri | Fitness Operations Manager, Excel Fitness

This workshop is designed to help you navigate these challenges confidently. Combining cutting-edge research, insights from industry leaders, and real-world experiences, this workshop will provide strategies to avoid common pitfalls and turn obstacles into growth opportunities. You’ll learn to overcome setbacks, stay innovative, and drive career success despite hurdles.

Jessica Maurer | Fitness Business Strategist & Director of Education, Mental Wellbeing Association

Drawing from decades of experience working with world-class competitors, Yutaka will share insights on performance training, movement efficiency, recovery, and long-term athlete development. Attendees will gain practical takeaways they can apply with athletes and clients of all levels to improve performance, durability, and results.

Yutaka Nakamura | Founder, Nakamura Performance