About Brien
BS, CSCS, CMT, C.H.E.K. NLC II
- Personal Trainer
- Certified Massage Therapist
- C.H.E.K. Nutrition & Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level II
- Advanced Metabolic Typing Advisor
- Cerified Strength & Conditioning Coach
Introduction to Brien Shamp Video
Brien’s desire is to integrate Eastern and Western philosophies in the realm of health and fitness. Brien holds a B.S. in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Biomechanics from U.C. Davis and completed extensive graduate studies in the field of Exercise Physiology and Adapted Physical Education at SF State University. He is a Level II Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach, Metabolic Typing Consultant and NRT (Nutrition Response Testing) Practitioner. Brien is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the NSCA and has been a Certified Personal Trainer through numerous organizations since 1990. Brien is also a Certified Olympic Weightlifting Coach, Speed, Agility, & Conditioning Instructor, Nike Total Conditioning Instructor, Medical Massage Therapist, Accupressurist, Acu-Yoga Instructor and Therapeutic Yoga Instructor.
Brien has EXPERIENCE. Each week he works with approximately 300 clients and students of all ages (up to 105 years old) and abilities. He is the Conditioning Specialist for several colleges in the area; College of San Mateo (CSM), University of Notre Dame, Santa Clara University and Menlo College. From 1998-2004, Brien was an Adapted Physical Education Instructor at Foothill College, where he taught elderly and mentally disabled students to enhance their overall functional capacity through exercise in various settings. Brien is recognized as a Master Trainer by IDEA. In 2000, he won the World’s Best Personal Trainer Contest by Met-Rx and was a judge in 2001.
Brien is a LEADER. A “trainer of the trainers”, Brien is often sought out to present seminars to personal trainers, physicians, nutritionists, coaches, physical therapists, chiropractors and others who want knowledge in athletic performance enhancement, functional conditioning and nutrition. He conducts ongoing trainings to the trainers of the Optimal Fitness Center and created a mentorship for students interested in the Optimal Fitness Center philosophy.
Brien is an INNOVATOR. In 1999, Brien developed the award winning Optimal Fitness Nutrition Program (OFNP), which is a comprehensive lifestyle program, especially for people desiring weight loss and enhanced quality of life. In 2000, he developed the worldwide Athletic Training Program (ATP™). The principles of ATP are utilized in hundreds of fitness facilities, colleges and athletic teams worldwide. In 2002, he opened the Optimal Fitness Lifestyle Center, which helped thousands of people around the bay area. In 2010, Brien decided to simplify things and work as an Independent Coach, Personal Trainer, Nutrition & Lifestyle Consultant. He consults with clients all over the world, medical practitioners and health clubs to optimize programs and increase sales.
“When I first met Brien & the Optimal Fitness Center, I was overweight and had very high blood pressure. Brian put me on a program to regain my health and control my blood pressure. His comprehensive evaluation helped me to define my objectives, and his continued encouragement kept me on my program. His holistic approach to physical fitness, with a focus on flexibility, strength, nutrition & overall stress management, is fantastic and helped me regain control of my health and well being. He is dedicated, professional, patient, always friendly, and a pleasure to work with. “
- Canise W.
Publications
- Good Morning LA – June 1999 & June 2000
- Mornings by the Bay – Oct. 2000
- Idea Source – March 2000
- Independent – Apr. 2000
- San Mateo Times – June 2000
- Calgary Herald – Aug. 2000
- Ms Fitness – Winter 1999, Fall 2000, & Winter 2000
- Impact Magazine – Sep/Oct 2000
- Personal Fitness Professional – Nov. 2000
- Contributor to Quarterly Articles in Ms. Fitness Magazine since 2004
Presentations
- Precision Cycling Master Trainer: US
- Athletic Training Program™ (ATP™): US & Canada
- ATP™ SAAQ (Speed, Agility, Acceleration, Quickness) Workshop: Fitness Resources (CO), Cardio Classic (CA) and Sarah City Mania (CA)
- ATP™ Strength & Power Workshop: Fitness Resources (CO) and Cardio Classic (CA)
- ATP ™ Drills for the Personal Trainer Workshop: Fitness Resources and Sarah City Mania (CA)
- Medicine Ball Training 101: Fitness Resources (CO)
- ATP™ – NRG™ Ball Training: Fitness Resources (CO) and Sarah City Mania (CA)
- Performance Enhancement through Functional Training: NATA Conference (CA)
- Dynadisc for Balance, Mobility, Proprioception and Core: Fitness Resources (CO)
- Various topics related to fitness and nutrition, Optimal Fitness Center (CA)
- Various classes related to Senior Fitness, Foothill College (CA)
- Baseball Performance related lectures, Optimal Fitness Center (CA)
- Functional Training for Seniors – Foothill College (CA)
- Detoxification- College of San Mateo & Optimal Fitness Center (CA)
- Metagenics/OFC First Line Therapy Program-Optimal Fitness Center (CA)
- Nutrition for Advanced Baseball Performance-College of San Mateo/Optimal Fitness Center/Santa Clara University (CA)
- Fit 4 Life-Lucy (CA)
- Functional Fitness Training-Fitness Educators of Older Adults Association (FEOAA)(CA)
- Successful Treatment of Obesity. A Multidisciplinary/Multidirectional Approach-Behaviordata Inc. (CA)
“Last summer my lower back was painful and my walking became so restrictive that I wouldn’t venture off the sidewalk. That’s when I came to the Optimal Fitness Center. The sessions of exercise training and massage made the difference. Before long I was walking confidently and free of pain.”
- Bishop Richard M. (92 Years Old)
“I’ve never found an instructor that conveys, with such vigor, such a life-altering message… Optimal’s approach is a comprehensive one toward fitness – from nutrition, to cardio, to resistance – it stresses balance and lifestyle.”
“Working with Brien Shamp has been an awesome experience. Exercise has never been easy for me but with the customized program that changes every month, I don’t get board or feel overwhelmed. It is a great place to work out with state of the art equipment and a staff that really wants me to succeed.”
“Brien has given me a new hope for getting healthier and in shape. I would recommend Brien to anyone who is feeling that they are out of shape, too old, too far gone, too de-conditioned or who just want to experience a different, holistic approach to being active and in good health.”
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