Kevin Smyth’s gravitational attraction to health and fitness began at a very young age. A small and shy kid growing up in a challenging home environment, the pursuit of fitness empowered him to build self-confidence and physical well-being, while also opening a door to sports-performance at an elite level and the opportunity to help others. He is a personal trainer and owner of Fit Cleveland, an online personal trainer, a triathlon coach, and elite-level triathlete.
Kevin’s passion for fitness began as a competitive runner in high school, and hasn’t stopped since. A collegiate cheerleader and dedicated athlete through his undergraduate and graduate studies, he went on to coach at the collegiate level, teach cheerleading camps, and direct national competitions around the country. These positions afforded Kevin the privilege of managing hundreds of coaches, further cultivating his own coaching acumen. He earned his personal training certification in 1992, working with individual clients while also providing group training and indoor cycling classes. Whether directing an athletic club in Honolulu, or building a loyal client-base in Arizona, Kevin steadily honed his skills as an eminent fitness professional. In 2006, after returning to his hometown, Kevin founded Fit Cleveland personal training studio.
Busy training and helping others to achieve their fitness and athletic goals, it wasn’t until a last-second decision to enter the 2010 Cleveland Triathlon that Kevin’s own fire for competition was reignited. Seven National Championship qualifications, two World Championship qualifications, and three All-American rankings later, he hasn’t looked back.
Kevin’s accomplished career in personal and group training, his love for encouraging others, and his zeal for endurance sports now harmonize in his work as a coach. The continued growth and evolution of his career reflects a lifetime of dedication, practice, and refinement. Schedule a consultation with Kevin today and experience for yourself what a difference this dedication can make for you!