TEAM TRYUMPH
MATT O'BRIEN - Owner
Matt started TrYumph Fitness and Nutrition in NYC in 1998. His goal then and now is to help busy executives, working professionals, and especially moms find time in their hectic schedules to optimize their health, energy, and productivity so they can pursue their passions more effectively.
"I have a special place in my heart for working moms and single parents and I want to help them carve out time for their health so they have more energy and stamina for their children."
Watch his Meet the Coaches interview here:
https://vimeo.com/409238411
Certifications/Credentials
- BS Biology US Air Force Academy
- Author, THE MAGIC PILL
- NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise is Medicine Specialist (EIM)
- Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Precision Nutrition - PN1
MATT O'BRIEN
Founder / Functional Health Coach
Matt started TrYumph Fitness and Nutrition in NYC in 1998. His passion is helping busy executives, working professionals, and especially insanely busy moms find time in their hectic schedules to optimize their health, energy, and brain function.
Matt O'Brien is a US Air Force Academy graduate, US Air Force veteran, and author of THE MAGIC PILL and FITNESS FUEL. He began his professional career as a health coach and personal trainer in 1998 and since then has become one of America's most sought after health and longevity coaches.
"I have a special place in my heart for working moms and single parents and I want to help them carve out time for their health so they have more energy and stamina for their children."
Matt lives in Seminole with his wife Hollie and sons Keegan and Kaeden.
Watch his Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- BS Biology US Air Force Academy
- Author, THE MAGIC PILL & FITNESS FUEL
- Master Health Coach
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Exercise is Medicine Specialist - ACSM
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - AFAA
- Certified Nutritionist (PN1) - Precision Nutrition
MEET OUR TEAM
HOLLIE O'BRIEN Co-Founder
Hollie joined TrYumph by way of marriage to owner Matt O'Brien, but has become an essential leader and coach for our clients. Hollie has been a professional makeup artist for over 17 years working with celebrities like Dr Oz, Alyssa Milano, and Suze Orman and now she is using her skills as our Style Coach and is our client Director of Encouragement.
Coach Hollie is also our culinary director and produces cooking videos and demos for quick, easy, and healthy meals that even the kids will love. She also does LIVE and recorded training videos on makeup, hair, and style tips and tricks in our TrYumph Nation online coaching membership.
Watch her Meet the Coach interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- 17+ years Professional Makeup Artist
- Cosmetologist License (Florida)
- PhD in Loving People
- Supermom of 2 Boys, Ages 9 and 6
Hollie joined TrYumph by way of marriage to owner Matt O'Brien, but has become an essential leader and coach for our clients. Hollie has been a professional makeup artist for over 17 years working with celebrities like Dr Oz, Alyssa Milano, and Suze Orman and now she is using her skills as our Style Coach and is our client Director of Encouragement.
Coach Hollie is also our culinary director and produces cooking videos and demos for quick, easy, and healthy meals that even the kids will love. She also does LIVE and recorded training videos on makeup, hair, and style tips and tricks in our TrYumph Nation online coaching membership.
Watch her Meet the Coach interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- 17+ years Professional Makeup Artist
- Cosmetologist License (Florida)
- PhD in Loving People
- Supermom of 2 Boys, Ages 9 and 6
HOLLIE O'BRIEN Co-Owner
HOLLIE O'BRIEN
Hollie joined TrYumph by way of marriage to owner Matt O'Brien, but has become an essential leader and life coach for our clients. Hollie has been a professional makeup artist for over 17 years working with celebrities like Dr Oz, Alyssa Milano, and Suze Orman and now she is using her skills as our Style Coach and is our client Director of Encouragement.
Coach Hollie is also our culinary director and produces cooking videos and demos for quick, easy, and healthy meals that even the kids will love. She also does LIVE and recorded training videos on makeup, hair, and style tips and tricks in our TrYumph Nation online coaching membership.
Watch her Meet the Coach interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- 17+ years Professional Makeup Artist
- Cosmetologist License (Florida)
- PhD in Loving People
- Supermom of 2 Boys, Ages 9 and 6
STEPHEN GAMBLE
Stephen joined Team TrYumph in 2019 after completing a 4 month internship and graduating from USF. He has an extensive competitive background in sports and played soccer at the collegiate level.
Stephen is our Facility Manager and loves being a TrYumph small group coach and personal trainer. "Working one-on-one with clients allows me to help them achieve their goals while working through any limitations they may have."
Watch his Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- BS Exercise Science University of South Florida
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - NSCA
- Completed TrYumph Internship and Certification
- Qualified TRX Coach (TRXTRAINING)
STEPHEN GAMBLE
Stephen joined Team TrYumph in 2019 after completing a 4 month internship and graduating from USF. He has an extensive competitive background in sports and played soccer at the collegiate level.
Stephen is our Facility Manager and loves being a TrYumph small group coach and personal trainer. "Working one-on-one with clients allows me to help them achieve their goals while working through any limitations they may have."
Watch his Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- BS Exercise Science University of South Florida
- Completed TrYumph Internship and Certification
- Completing CSCS Certification
STEPHEN GAMBLE
Stephen joined Team TrYumph in 2019 after completing a 4 month internship and graduating from USF. He has an extensive competitive background in sports and played soccer at the collegiate level.
Stephen is our Head Coach and Facility Manager. He loves being a TrYumph small group coach and personal trainer. "Working one-on-one with clients allows me to help them achieve their goals while working through any limitations they may have."
Watch his Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- BS Exercise Science University of South Florida
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - NSCA
- Completed TrYumph Internship and Certification
- Qualified TRX Coach (TRXTRAINING)
- Certified Back Pain Relief Specialist
PAYTON HILL
Coach Payton Hill joined Team TrYumph in the summer of 2018 completing our rigorous TrYumph internship and certification program. While she was working her way back onto the court after both her knee surgeries, Payton was a client at TrYumph and this lit a fire in her to pursue a career in personal training.
Payton completed her personal training certification requirements with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and loves getting to coach our small group training classes. She also loves working with people one-on-one as a personal trainer.
Watch her Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Completed TrYumph Internship and Certification
- Completing her Bachelors degree in Health Science at University of South Florida
Coach Payton Hill joined Team TrYumph in the summer of 2018 completing our rigorous TrYumph internship and certification program. While she was working her way back onto the court after both her knee surgeries, Payton was a client at TrYumph and this lit a fire in her to pursue a career in personal training.
Payton completed her personal training certification requirements with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and loves getting to coach our small group training classes. She also loves working with people one-on-one as a personal trainer.
Watch her Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Completed TrYumph Internship and Certification
- Completing her Bachelors degree in Health Science at University of South Florida
PAYTON HILL
EDEN DOMINGUEZ
Eden joined Team TrYumph at the end of 2019!
Certifications/Credentials
- Associate in Arts Degree (awarded summa cum laude)
- Illustrator of FITNESS FUEL, Nutrition Made Simple & FLEX42
Gabby was the Honor Graduate and Top Shooter for her platoon at the USMC Recruit Training depot in Parris Island, SC
Certifications/Credentials
- CF-L1 Certification
- USMC Honor Graduate
GABBY LEPORE
JOHNNIE ROMYNS
Johnnie started Personal Training in 2011 which lead to his interest in competing for the NPC, in the Men’s Physique division. He has a love for boxing. He competed at the amateur level for several years then became a USA certified boxing coach. The opportunity to help people is what keeps him going from day to day.
Certifications/Credentials
- 6x Nationally Qualified NPC Physique Competitor
- 10+ Years as a Personal Trainer
- USA Boxing Coach
Coach Cedric joined Team TrYumph in 2023. He was the number 1 in the state and US Southeast. He is a 3x Former Champion Brazilian Jujitsu Brown Belt and 12x Gold Medalist.
Certifications/Credentials
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - NPTI
- Certified in Nutrition - NPTI
- Certified in Training the Injured Client - NPTI
- Professional Mixed Martial Artist - Association of Boxing Commissions
CEDRIC GUNNISON
PAYTON HILL
Coach Payton Hill joined Team TrYumph in the summer of 2018 completing our rigorous TrYumph internship and certification program. While she was working her way back onto the court after both her knee surgeries, Payton was a client at TrYumph and this lit a fire in her to pursue a career in personal training.
Payton completed her personal training certification requirements with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and loves getting to coach our small group training classes. She also loves working with people one-on-one as a personal trainer.
Watch her Meet the Coaches interview here:
Certifications/Credentials
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Completed TrYumph Internship and Certification
- Completing her Bachelors degree in Health Science at University of South Florida
EDEN DOMINGUEZ
Eden joined Team TrYumph at the end of 2019!
Certifications/Credentials
- Associate in Arts Degree (awarded summa cum laude)
- Illustrator of FITNESS FUEL, Nutrition Made Simple & FLEX42
GABBY LEPORE
Gabby was the Honor Graduate and Top Shooter for her platoon at the USMC Recruit Training depot in Parris Island, SC
Certifications/Credentials
- CF-L1 Certification
- USMC Honor Graduate
CEDRIC GUNNISON
Coach Cedric joined Team TrYumph in 2023. He was the number 1 in the state and US Southeast. He is a 3x Former Champion Brazilian Jujitsu Brown Belt and 12x Gold Medalist.
Certifications/Credentials
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - NPTI
- Certified in Nutrition - NPTI
- Certified in Training the Injured Client - NPTI
- Professional Mixed Martial Artist - Association of Boxing Commissions
JOHNNIE ROMYNS
Johnnie started Personal Training in 2011 which lead to his interest in competing for the NPC, in the Men’s Physique division. He has a love for boxing. He competed at the amateur level for several years then became a USA certified boxing coach. The opportunity to help people is what keeps him going from day to day.
Certifications/Credentials
- 6x Nationally Qualified NPC Physique Competitor
- 10+ Years as a Personal Trainer
- USA Boxing Coach
EDEN DOMINGUEZ
Eden joined Team TrYumph at the end of 2019!
Certifications/Credentials
- Associate in Arts Degree (awarded summa cum laude)
- Illustrator of FITNESS FUEL, Nutrition Made Simple & FLEX42
GABBY LEPORE
Gabby was the Honor Graduate and Top Shooter for her platoon at the USMC Recruit Training depot in Parris Island, SC
Certifications/Credentials
- CF-L1 Certification
- USMC Honor Graduate
CEDRIC GUNNISON
Coach Cedric joined Team TrYumph in 2023. He was the number 1 in the state and US Southeast. He is a 3x Former Champion Brazilian Jujitsu Brown Belt and 12x Gold Medalist.
Certifications/Credentials
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - NPTI
- Certified in Nutrition - NPTI
- Certified in Training the Injured Client - NPTI
- Professional Mixed Martial Artist - Association of Boxing Commissions
JOHNNIE ROMYNS
Johnnie started Personal Training in 2011 which lead to his interest in competing for the NPC, in the Men’s Physique division. He has a love for boxing. He competed at the amateur level for several years then became a USA certified boxing coach. The opportunity to help people is what keeps him going from day to day.
Certifications/Credentials
- 6x Nationally Qualified NPC Physique Competitor
- 10+ Years as a Personal Trainer
- USA Boxing Coach
MORE ABOUT TRYUMPH
TrYumph Fitness and Nutrition was founded in 1998 at a small gym on 19th Street and Broadway in NYC with the idea to help people triumph in life. To be successful, it most often comes down to personal choice…and thus The 'Y' in TrYumph Fitness And Nutrition is You! And our "Why" is You! Our mission is to create an impact in the lives we serve through body, mind, and spirit transformation.
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Like the Virgin Group, TrYumph Fitness And Nutrition is a suite of exceptional services and programs to help you transform your health, lose weight, increase energy, optimize performance, and improve your overall quality of life. The lifeblood of TrYumph Fitness And Nutrition is our community and through education, events, exercise, and experiences, our community grows stronger.
TrYumph Fitness And Nutrition and our online coaching membership called TrYumph Nation are our tribe of people who realize they need help to become their very best and want to be part of a supportive, like-minded community. We believe we are STRONGER TOGETHER and we can collectively achieve more with mutual support, encouragement, and motivation.
