Panos Prokos was introduced in the athletic world at a young age through the sport of gymnastics. He trained for 6 years as a gymnastics participant before transitioning to a full competitive career in the sport of Olympic weightlifting which he still practices as well as coaches today.

While pursuing his undergraduate degree, Panos begun his coaching career as a personal trainer initially working for national fitness chains and later transitioning to smaller private fitness facilities where he was able to offer a more individualized training program using his acquired experience on effective training protocols. After completing two BS degrees, Panos continued his graduate education in the field of psychology, pursuing his Master's degree in Family Counseling at the University of La Verne. His appreciation of fitness as a crucial part of a person's well being led him to seek a specialization in sports psychology. His goal was to integrate his personal training experience with his psychology expertise in order to provide a new level of fitness coaching which would appeal to both the casual individual as well as the competitive athlete.

After obtaining his MS degree, Panos completed his internship in the field of psychotherapy working with athletes as well as casual individuals seeking lifestyle improvements. He, then moved on to Iron Works Gym in Claremont as an independent Fitness Consultant and Strength Coach where he has been helping people transform their bodies and achieve a newfound level of well being. Recently Panos expanded his training services to the Anytime Fitness facility in Rancho Cucamonga.

His certifications and credentials include the following:

• Master of Science, M.Sc. (MFCC) in Counseling with emphasis in Sports Psychology
• Bachelor of Science, B.Sc. in Kinesiology
• Bachelor of Science, B.Sc. in Psychology
• National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, CSCS
• National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Personal Trainer, NSCA-CPT
• National Academy of Sports Medicine - Corrective Exercise Specialist, NASM-CES
• National Strength and Conditioning Association - Professional member
• IDEA Health and Fitness Association - Professional member

In addition to the above credentials, Panos has completed numerous continuing education courses in the areas of strength training, post-rehabilitation, core stabilization, and sport specific training from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and National Strength and Conditioning Association.

In addition to Fitness Consulting, Panos Prokos specializes working in the mental/psychological aspect of sports. His clientele ranges from individuals seeking lifestyle improvements to athletes seeking to improve mental aspects of training and gain the "mental edge" advantage that allows them to excel in their sport of choice.