Rod Raymond's Biography
Rod Raymond is a proud 40 year-old native of Duluth, MN. He is one of the few ACE, Master Personal Trainers in the country. A recent finalist on the hit TV series “Survivor,” he has been in the business of helping others achieve their dreams of optimal health for over 15 years. He is the Wellness Director at the University of Minnesota Duluth, a 20-time lronman Triathlon finisher, two-time Olympic trials participant, and international champion of the Scottish Coast-to-Coast, the Trans Swiss, and the Border-to-Boarder.
Upon winning the Swiss Gigathlon, one of the toughest adventure races in the world, Mr. Raymond was noted among the fittest athletes in the world. The Gigathlon is a two-day competition, said to be the equivalent of seven Ironman competitions put together. It is claimed that the winner of this competition should be labeled as the fittest man in the world.
Rod Raymond has shared his philosophy that life should be lived “inside out vs. outside in” to thousands of people throughout the world with his books, videos, and seminars.
Mr. Raymond is co-owner of two highly successful businesses; Fitger’s Brewhouse and the Redstar Bar. He has written several fitness books including Becoming Your own Personal Trainer, the CD-Rom, “Quick Stretch,” and “Total Body Stretch” video.
While attending the University of Minnesota, Rod Raymond was hired to be the fitness director. He continues to run the program, which has recently been noted as one of the best university fitness programs in the country.
Rod Raymond has a B.A.S. in Teaching Life Science, and a Masters of Education with an emphasis on Wellness Management and Exercise Physiology from the University of Minnesota.
Rod Raymond's Healthy Lifestyle Seminars
After All, It's Your Life
A 1-3 hour seminar for all types of groups. Rod has conducted this seminar for Caterpillar Corporation, rail road companies, Minnesota Power employees, city employees, European medical companies, fraternities, college classes, as well as, church groups and non-profit organizations. It's his favorite seminar to conduct and it's the most highly received one he offers.
About the Seminar "AFTER ALL, IT'S YOUR LIFE" is an interactive seminar focusing on the mind, body, humor, spirit, integrity, and passion. In this dynamic seminar, you will take a look inside yourself to see if you are truly getting "from the day" vs. merely getting "through the day". Bring a pencil, an open mind, and be ready for a personal challenge.
It's my life. Where do I go from here?
This 1-2 hour seminar is the follow-up to "AFTER ALL, IT'S YOUR LIFE". The main purpose of this talk is to get folks in "action mode". You'll narrow your focus on what you really want out of life and the steps to getting there. Be ready for some introspection and some action based activities.
For achievement-based leaders and managers, this 1-2 hour seminar highlights the 15 steps to becoming totally efficient and effective with your time and resources. You'll learn effective time management strategies, optimal health strategies, and the secrets to nipping procrastination and other debilitating habits right now.
Kid's Programs and Seminars
Rod provides custom programing and seminars based on age, demographics, and goals for kids.E-mail rod@rodraymond.com to work together on a seminar that is effective for your group.
Training for the Marathon and 1/2 Marathon
In this one-hour seminar, you will learn the metaphors to proper running and walking techniques, along with optimal nutrition strategies for losing body fat while gaining energy. You'll also learn the secrets to strength training and flexibility specifically for runners.