User:ElGreco NYC

Jakob "El Greco" Panotas Exercise Physiology Strength & Condition Coach Athletic Performance Training Sports Psychology Life Coach, Mentor, Personal Adviser Wrestling Coach Massage & Kinisio-Therapy

I'm a Strength & Condition Trainer & Massage Therapist since 1983 On my knowledge I'm the first Personal/Privet Trainer. my background is very long in industry, starting as an retired athlete. I was a semi pro soccer player, I was a national champion and National Team member of Greco-Roman Wrestling in Greece 1983-1986. A cyclist for several years, as well a competitive indoor rower 1991-94. 1993 Placed No 5th in the worlds in Lwt class, with 13th best time ever 2500mt in 8:27.05 and 4x1000 relay i finish in 3:03.51 I start study in Sports Science University back in Athens, 1983 graduate in 1989. After that I did 1 year part time studies in sports medicine/injuries in Pavia University in Italy. Move to London on/off from 1986-1996 I also did the ACSM in London UK in 1993, and few Rehab courses in usa and several med conferences. Also I am massage therapist, since 1980, with more then 3,000+ hrs approximately of experience. I did the hand of education massage school in FL 1989 where I was start teaching a class after 3 months. Also couple massage course in London between 1992-94.

I Came to America around 1996 Olympics. I start trained & massage Athletes wjen I was travel between NYC and Colorado Springs at OTC (Olympic Training Center) a part time coach, strength & condition trainer & massage therapist for the TEAM USA wrestling, where I was involved almost 10+ yrs. I received 3x Special recognitions from USA IOC (USA & International Olympic Committee) for supporting America's Olympic athletes and for honoring the spirit of sports competition that energize American Nation to compete at Olympic Games.

I had/have trained multiple Athletes in my career in many different sports. Greco-Roman & Freestyle Wrestlers, NBA, NFL, Soccer & Tennis Players, Pro Bodybuilders, Pro Boxers, Track & Field, Squash and tennis players etc.

Strength & Condition/Sports Psychology/Massage/Rehab/Kinisio-Therapy. And healthy Nutritional Adviser. I do it all. Sports is my field, my life and I'm very dedicated to the healthy/mentally & physically body and mind. I'm very discipline and I believe strongly that what I do, is the best. Looking after peoples and Athletes life and career and the best possible and healthier way. Basically i do not believe or ever use drugs or enhancement performance supplements.