Staff

Jon Torerk, CSCS

Jon Torerk is the founder of BioMechanix Strength and Conditioning Clinic. He has an extensive background in exercise physiology, strength training, and periodization, and has been a practicing Strength and Conditioning Coach since 1999.  Prior to moving to Los Angeles he was the Assistant Director of Training at a prominent NYC based Sports Medicine Clinic. There he was responsible for the training and supervision of over 115 Exercise Physiologist, Athletic Trainers, and Strength and Conditioning Specialist, as well as assisting in the overall management of 19 Manhattan based facilities.

Prior to his professional experience, Jon received a B.S. in Exercise Physiology in 1993 with a concentration in cardiac rehabilitation from the William Paterson University in Wayne New Jersey, and interned in the Cardiac Rehabilitation center at Chilton Memorial Hospital. In addition to a CSCS designation Jon is also certified in Kinesiology Taping,  holds an HFI certification from the American College of Sports Medicine, and is a HEAT Protocol Specialist -HPS (Hyper Efficient Anatomical Triggering).

Edwin Monroy, Community Manager

Edwin Monroy is the Community Manager at BioMechanix, and makes sure that the “Machine” is running smoothly. He is responsible for taking care of our clients and trainers needs throughout the day, as he wants to ensure that everyone is comfortable and feels at home here.

His position is all encompassing one. He is in charge of scheduling clients, facility billing, administration, all front desk duties, shipping and receiving, and making sure that the facility is in top-notch shape.

Edwin is here to answer any question that you may have about us, and he takes great joy in building strong relationships with all of the clients that come to BMX as an escape from their every day, hectic, lifestyles.

Edwin is currrenty studying Kinesiology at Santa Monica Community College and preparing to take the NSCA, Certified Personal Trainer Certification. Edwin is also a HEAT Protocol Specialist -HPS (Hyper Efficient Anatomical Triggering).

“I have the honor of working next to many of the best trainers in the industry, and I learn something new from these great, and innovative minds everyday at BioMechanix!”

Colby Lefebvre, CFT, Director of Training

“I have the knowledge and the ability to transform your body from soft and unhealthy, to strong and sculpted.”

Growing up in a family of elite coaches and professional sports trainers, my future was predestined by my athletic background and love of extreme sports. Years of hard work, perseverance, dedication, training, and education have paid off.

I have earned a number of certifications that are recognized and well trusted in the fitness profession, including the #1 Regional Trainer in Southern California for 24- Hour Fitness, and have been recommended by physicians and clients alike.

I have thousands of hours of hands-on training and years of experience working with almost every body type imaginable. The most difficult and rewarding element of my work involves training people with serious health problems such as: heart disease, cancer, MS, hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis and chronic pain.

Equipped with the expertise of top techniques in fitness and sports performance, my customized workouts are created for optimal performance and maximum results; no matter what shape you’re in. I have made it my personal goal to help my clients reach their desired outcome, often, making lifelong friends in the process.

Vinnie Parks, CPT

“Chaos breeds life, when order breeds habit”

My love for fitness began when I was just a young boy watching my father, an avid body builder and intense trainer, work out. I wanted to be the fastest, strongest and biggest, just like my father. At age 13, my strength-training journey began.

In high school, I immersed myself in health and fitness classes to improve my training. Junior year, I began helping friends and fellow football players with their workout plans. I always pushed myself to the limit and taught my friends it’s all about the intensity and dedication to your workout.

After a year of bumps and bruises playing semi-pro football with the Mill City Maulers in Lawrence, MA, I directed my passion for fitness and helping others toward a career in personal training.

At the American Academy of Personal Training in Boston, MA, I learned specific programming for various populations, nutrition, kinesiology, injury prevention, corrective exercise and many other important aspects of fitness. To this day I continue to find new ways to grow as an individual, so that I can make a positive impact on people’s lives.

Milly Flamenco, CPT

A fitness enthusiast since college, I have always believed in the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

As a NASM certified personal trainer and a BS in biochemistry, I enjoy working with any type of individual whether it’s sports conditioning or sports injuries. I have worked with post-surgery clients, elderly & adolescence, pre and post natal, cancer patients, those that need to lose a significant amount of weight or those who can’t seem to shed those last 10 pounds, and individuals that need a motivational workout regimen!

I like to challenge and encourage my clients to surpass their physical and mental boundaries by using functional exercise and sound nutritional planning. As your trainer, I will take your health and wellness personally, working alongside you to help achieve all of your fitness goals. With your determination and dedication, you can make anything happen.

 Svet Binev, CPT

Recognized internationally as a premier athlete, Svet Binev has been sharing his knowledge of training and personal fitness with clients in Los Angeles for over 10 years. With his personalized, hands-on approach, Svet’s involvement with clients goes beyond the basic physical aspects of training to include nutrition, body/mind connection and motivation – whether for beginners or top professional athletes.

Since age seven, Svet has won more than 100 wrestling competitions; he is a two-time World Sumo Wrestling Champion and European Champion, a three-time National Free Style Wrestling Champion, and has been featured on many international TV shows and in numerous fitness magazines and newspapers.

Svet holds a BS in Physical Fitness & Sports Coaching from the prestigious National Sports Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria. Svet’s extensive studies have enabled him to achieve client results unsurpassed by traditional training routines. “My primary goal is to inspire all clients to incorporate health and fitness in their lives – give them the knowledge and ability to achieve their full potential.”

Trevor Bergsma, CPT

Trevor is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where he spent two years as a Strength & Conditioning Coach Intern. Through his work with the Athletic Department he was involved in a variety of Olympic Sports, with a primary focus on Basketball and Ice Hockey. He helped former Division I student athletes reach their goals of playing professionally in the NBA and NHL.

In high school, Trevor was the starting goalie on the varsity ice hockey team. He developed an individualized training program, designed to enhance athletic performance. Since 2000, he has been incorporating a variety of training techniques into his personalized workouts.

Having received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Trevor has always been interested in people and the way in which the mind works. This background has enabled him to take a unique approach to training, using exercise to help build self-confidence and improve physical health. Integrating a psychological and physiological approach to training has allowed his clients to achieve optimal results.

Derek McCormick

Over the last two decades, Derek McCormick has amassed an extensive repertoire of fitness expertise: Consulting. Equipment. Heath Clubs. Nutrition. Training. “To fully appreciate and solve any complex challenge, you must first understand all of
the variables involved plus the sequence in which they occur. Without this, an efficient solution cannot be achieved” says Derek. “And there is no greater challenge than someone trying to achieve their goals.”

Helping others on their fitness journey is why he founded FIT-PROF.com™(the leading internet source for complete, unbiased and independent fitness equipment reviews) and created the HEAT Protocol (Hyper Efficient Anatomical Triggering™- a patent pending combination of Metabolic Fiber Sequencing™ and Wave Interval Training™). However Derek’s expert training is only made available to those willing to truly commit.

“Success does not come without effort” explains BioMechanix’s resident ‘mad scientist’. “Whether I’m training myself or clients, showing up and trying is not enough. Forget the excuses. Forget what people have said is possible. Don’t just believe it possible – make it hap

John Patrick Kelly

JPK (John Patrick Kelly) is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer with over 10 years of experience. In addition, he has specialty certifications in Pre/Post Natal Training, Kettlebells and Nutrition.

My lifelong devotion to fitness started when I was 8 years old and my dad signed me up for swimming lessons. I was literally the skinny kid with buck teeth, so I understand what it’s like to desperately want to change your body.  In the aftermath of 9/11, I decided to make my passion my new career and help others discover the joy of being in shape.

Change is an inevitable part of our lives. These days, the changes are happening more frequently than ever. So it follows that we should be changing the way we exercise on a regular basis as well.

Our bodies are amazing machines that are capable of incredible adaptations and feats. Therefore, we need to be challenged in different ways on a regular basis. When we work together, no two sessions are the same. There is always variation in either the exercises, order, rep scheme or all of the above. Change the way you workout, change your body. Truly change you can believe in!