Mark joins NutriFormance and Athletic Republic with 6 years of experience as a professional soccer goalkeeper. Throughout his career he played for Saint Louis FC, Toronto FC, Fresno FC and Miami FC. During the off seasons, Mark spent countless hours training with AR, honing his abilities as an athlete. He brings a unique understanding of the mental and physical tools necessary to train, develop and perform at the highest levels and is eager to share that perspective with his clients.
Mark, a St. Louis native, attended Ladue High School and played for the Scott Gallagher Development Academy. Further, he played Division 1 college soccer both at Saint Louis University and at The University of Tulsa. Mark earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise and Sports Science from The University of Tulsa in 2014, graduating summa cum laude as well as being named the Outstanding Exercise Science graduate. This specific educational background provided him with the knowledge to design his own training programs as a professional athlete, allowing him both to maximize his athletic capabilities and to remain healthy throughout the season.
Outside of the gym, Mark enjoys cooking meals with family and friends, getting outdoors, and diving into new books at coffee shops.