Meet Marina Martinez | Charge Fitness Owner & General Manager

We had the good fortune of connecting with Marina Martinez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Marina, what do you attribute your success to?
I have found I’m most successful when I am living in my passion and my purpose. That’s when there’s no ceiling to what can be accomplished and when work feels less like work and more like nourishment for your soul and serving others. Throughout my career in fitness I have made countless connections, many of which I still have today, with those that mentored me, those I mentored, and those I helped along their fitness journey. When things get tough- as they always will at some point- I remember how grateful I am for the connections, the impact, and the blessing of my purpose and my career aligning. Refocusing on my passion and purpose as often as needed allows me to continue my commitment to constantly build, learn, and grow!

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I was always in athletics as a child and eventually enlisted in the Marine Corps. However, after a career-ending injury in the Marines, I faced a tough mental and physical challenge. This experience reshaped how I perceived fitness, pushing me toward a holistic approach. From training for a figure competition to conquering 5K runs and exploring various fitness disciplines, I’ve harnessed the transformative power of fitness and built a resilient mindset that helped me combat depression, anxiety and work through pain & injury.

I’ve climbed the career ladder, honing my sales, retention & business management skills as I progressed from frontline sales to district management and ultimately into consulting and gym ownership. This journey was marked by challenges, constant learning, and personal growth. Along the way, I picked up personal training certifications with the end goal of being well-rounded & knowledgable, never expected to train anyone.

Now at Charge Fitness, I serve as the GM and train Fitness Kickboxing, Aesthetics/ASSthetics, & BaCon (Basic Conditioning). My mission is to guide individuals in their fitness journey, empowering them to discover their inner strength. Whether you’re new to fitness or recommitting to your goals, remember this: DECIDE & MOVE. We have all the tools and support you need to achieve your fitness aspirations.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
In my 14 years in the fitness world, I’ve met so many amazing people and had countless experiences that defined my career. Every interaction, even the tough ones, taught me something valuable. My growth has been a team effort, with kudos to teams I’ve led, coworkers, and of course my leaders, who’ve all been influential. Shoutout to Rudy Rivera, who gave me my first fitness job and took a chance on me. It’s pretty cool that he runs his own fitness company as well and we’re now even partnered with him for our supplements!

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