Rui Carvalho - Toronto Personal Trainer

Rui is a dedicated Strength & Conditioning Coach who believes that high-level results are best achieved through a blend of scientific expertise and practical, real-world experience. With a Masters of Fitness Science and a background in Kinesiology, Rui is committed to helping people of all fitness levels become stronger, faster, more resilient and ultimately, a better version of themselves.

Rui understands that every individual has unique needs, which is why he focuses on evidence-based training tailored to the person standing in front of him. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, he takes a holistic approach, combining personalized exercise programming with lifestyle interventions to help clients reach their goals safely and efficiently.

He begins with thorough movement and physiological assessments to ensure every program is built on a solid foundation. Utilizing data-driven monitoring to track progress, he ensures clients are consistently moving toward their performance and body composition targets. His coaching style focuses on long-term health, incorporating nutritional protocols and recovery strategies to support sustainable results.

Whether working with athletes looking to improve performance or individuals embarking on a personal transformation to find their best selves, the goal is to provide a supportive, expert-led environment where everyone thrives.

Education/Certifications:

• National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

• Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) - Certified Personal Trainer

• KILO Strength Society - Sports Specific Training Camp

• KILO Strength Society - Advanced Strategies to Program Design

• KILO Strength Society - Optimizing Strength Ratios

• FMS (Functional Movement Screeen) - Level 1,2

• CHEK Institute - Scientific Core Training

• CHEK Institute - Scientific Back Training

• Precision Nutrition (PN) - Level 1 Nutrition Certification (In Progress)

• Masters of Fitness Science (M. F. Sc) (York University 2017)

• Specialized Honours in Kinesiology and Health Science (B. Sc) (York University 2015)

General Availability:

• Afternoon/evenings