Chris Ownbey — Personal Trainer for Adults Over 40 in Dallas

Fitness has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.

My journey began with bodybuilding and strength training, which eventually led me into the Marines, mixed martial arts, powerlifting, and later the world of golf fitness and performance training. For more than 30 years, I’ve dedicated my life to understanding how the body works, how it breaks down, and more importantly — how it can rebuild.

In 2020, I underwent back and neck surgery that unfortunately did not go as planned. Over time, I began experiencing significant muscle atrophy in my legs, increasing weakness, pain, and a gradual loss in my ability to walk normally. Things that once felt simple became daily challenges.

By 2024, my condition had progressed to the point where I required another major operation — a full lumbar fusion procedure known as a “360 fusion,” along with an additional neck fusion surgery.

Today, a year and a half later, I am not trying to become the man I was in my 30s.

I’m focused on becoming the strongest, healthiest, and most capable version of myself for this stage of life.

And no matter your age or your setbacks, I believe the body can improve when given the right plan, the right mindset, and enough consistency over time.

I know, because I’m doing it!