Professional Background (Coaching):
Coby’s journey into fitness and coaching began with his involvement in sports throughout his upbringing. After completing his collegiate baseball career at Aquinas College, he sought a new competitive outlet and found it in CrossFit, introduced by his father. His love for working on technique and helping others improve led him to coaching. Coby has been involved in CrossFit for three years and has over ten years of fitness experience, also having participated in baseball and football.
Motivation at 3MKY:
Coby was drawn to coaching at 3MKY by his passion for CrossFit and the supportive community. He loves coaching CrossFit and is excited to contribute to the 3MKY team.
Coaching Philosophy and Style:
Coby’s coaching style is rooted in improving athletes’ movement patterns to ensure safety and optimal performance. His fitness philosophy emphasizes the importance of understanding and correcting movement faults to prevent injuries and enhance performance. He motivates his clients through personalized coaching and a focus on incremental improvements.
Fitness Philosophy:
Coby believes in the integration of fitness and medical knowledge to achieve the best results for his athletes. By focusing on muscle activation and optimal movement patterns, he helps clients reach their fitness goals safely.
Key Values:
- Safety: Prioritizing correct movement to prevent injuries.
- Improvement: Continually working on technique and performance.
- Support: Providing personalized attention to each athlete.
Specializations and Expertise (Coaching):
Coby leads PT sessions for chronic pain, acute injuries, and helping athletes return to their best level in the box. His expertise includes manual therapy, dry needling, therapeutic exercises, pain management, and injury prevention.
Professional Background (Medical):
Coby’s medical career began with his graduation from PT school in 2023. He has been working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and providing services to athletes at high school and college levels. His motivation for pursuing physical therapy and athletic training came from his personal experience with PT as a high school athlete. Coby fell in love with the process of rehabilitation and helping others return to their activities safely and efficiently.
Medical Services at 3MKY:
At 3MKY, Coby offers services such as chronic pain management, manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, dry needling, and injury prevention. He integrates his medical expertise into coaching by analyzing movement patterns and correcting faults to prevent pain and optimize results.
Importance of Combining Fitness Coaching with Physical Therapy:
Coby believes the most important aspect of combining fitness coaching with physical therapy is knowing which muscles need to be activated or turned off during certain movements to produce the most optimal movement patterns.
Personal Fitness Journey:
Coby’s personal fitness journey began with his college baseball career. Missing the competitive aspect of sports, he turned to CrossFit during PT school. He has competed in several team competitions, consistently finishing atop the podium, and has participated in online competitions, achieving top 3 placements in all four he entered this year.
Fitness Goals:
Coby aims to continue improving his fitness and performance, with a focus on CrossFit competitions and personal bests.
Family and Personal Life:
Coby has been married to his wife, Kali, a former collegiate volleyball player, for three years. They live in Rockford, MI. Coby balances his professional and personal life by dedicating specific times for training and spending quality time with his wife.
Personal Interests:
Outside of work and fitness, Coby enjoys spending time with his wife and engaging in activities that strengthen their bond.
Vision and Goals:
As a coach at 3MKY, Coby’s goal is to improve clients’ movement patterns to help them achieve personal records while staying safe and healthy. He sees his role as contributing to the community and the gym’s success through personalized coaching and injury prevention.
Community Contribution:
Coby plans to engage with the 3MKY community by offering his medical expertise to help athletes perform at their best and stay injury-free.
Fun Facts and Anecdotes:
Coby’s journey into CrossFit and physical therapy is fueled by his passion for competition and helping others achieve their fitness goals. His unique combination of coaching and medical skills makes him a valuable asset to the 3MKY team.
Coby Holt is a dedicated coach and medical professional at 3MKY, committed to helping athletes optimize their performance and stay injury-free through personalized coaching and physical therapy. His background in sports and medical expertise make him an invaluable member of the 3MKY community.