My name is Sam Okunola and I am fitness enthusiast. It’s hard to nail down a time when my fitness ‘journey’ started, but since my time in the Army 15 years ago, I have always had a drive and desire to push the limits of what my body can do. In 2009, I decided to test those limits and started weight lifting more and more to eventually compete in my first bodybuilding show.
This is not a spiel to talk about how great Sam is and praise his level of expertise in the fitness industry whether its contest prep, over all athleticism training and or weight loss guidance. That doesn’t need to be said. In fact, this is to show witness of the type of commitment Sam exudes in his work. Working with Sam has been nothing but great not only for the friendship and sense of family you get but the fact that he helps you physically and mentally grow as an individual. I have been working with Sam for over 3 years now (feels like 20) and not once has he let up on the gas in achieving our goals. Sam truly studies the individual and picks their brain to help them become the best YOU. From NCAA gymnast to OCB Professional Body builder we set a goal and worked relentlessly to achieve it. Working with Sam you will not just get the best results, you will get a coach a friend and the knowledge needed to help you be the best YOU in any field that you want.
I met Sam at Muscle Mayhem (where he killed it). He was humble and very inviting! Thankful for social media because I was able to keep in touch with him. I remember asking him questions and he was always quick to share his knowledge and advice. Since this would be my first off season I wanted to make sure I did it right and was held accountable! I had grown to appreciate him as an athlete and an all-around person, because of this I decide to reach out and start my off season journey with him. He listen to my goals and was every encouraging. I told him I wanted to build muscle and bring a better package to the stage in 2019! Some of my other goals were to squat at least one 225 lbs. squat WITH great form and good depth; also, to bench 135 lbs. (couldn’t do one to save my life lol). He took on the challenge! I’m glad to say I have exceeded my goals and have even made new ones!!! Any time I have a question, concerns, or even a victory he is a quick reply away! I never have to hound him for my program, nutrition numbers, or input! He really does make me feel like an individual and not just a client! I’m super excited to see OUR results
Sam has been an awesome coach who has been able to help me through thick and thin. He’s always quick to respond and explains everything precisely. Whether it be physically or psychologically he’s been there to help guide me. Whether it be nutrition or training splits Sam can help you become better.
I absolutely love working with Sam, he is by far one the greatest coaches I have ever had. His take on fitness and nutrition is one that has been life changing for me. Prior to working with Sam I had always eaten healthy foods and been in great shape, but not until we started did I really realized what was truly healthy for me and what was not. Sam changed my whole perception of the right types of foods to intake, as well as the style of workouts he had me do transformed me like no other workouts I had done before. His charisma and extreme patience is something I think that is unmatched by any other coach in the fitness community. He really has a great sense for not only getting to know his athletes but mentoring them to to help others as well. He is the definition of what the fitness industry needs in providing a healthier and more educated world.
My experience with Sam was awesome. he hands down is one of the best in the biz and shows why he is a world champ. He was always willing to take coaching calls and give me posing practice tips. Always held me accountable when it came to my training and dieting which was awesome. I was able to accomplish my goal and compete in my first ever bodybuilding show and couldn't be happier. If you are looking for a GREAT prep coach or coach, in general, I highly recommend working with Sam.