Hello, My name is Todd Gates. I'm originally from Framingham, Massachusetts and relocated to the NY/NJ in 2002 to work for Rutgers University. I'm a well-respected and highly sought-after certified strength and conditioning coach, player development coach and wellness practitioner. I hold certifications from National Strength and Conditioning Association, Dr. Robert Morse's International School of Healing Arts and Sciences (Regenerative Detoxification Specialist). I'm currently pursuing my doctorate in Naturopathy from the school as well. I am an expert in nutrition, cellular regeneration, basketball/baseball player development and an inventor of fitness products, I have dedicated my professional life to health, wellness and athletic development of athletes of all ages. I have extensive experience in speed, agility, strength training, olympic lifting, mobility exercises, injury prevention and program design. I have trained athletes of all ages and all levels.
I have held roles with the NBA, Boston College, UMass Boston, Rutgers University, 24-Hour Fitness, Velocity Sports Performance and had been a gym owner.
I have worked with both male and female athletes in almost every sport. Growing up I was a multisport athlete (basketball, baseball, track, soccer and football). I was voted best athlete at my prep school (Suffield Academy) my senior year. A tri captain my senior in soccer, basketball and baseball I went on to play basketball at University of Virginia for one year before transferring to Loyola Marymount University to play baseball. I was drafted in the 17th round by the Texas Rangers and played in their minor league farm system.
I have a passion for health & wellness, training and developing athletes as well as well as preventing injuries. My goal is to help anyone I work with become the best version of themselves.