Monte Sanders’ Bio

"Trainer to back -to -back NFL's Defensive Player of the Year recipients" -Ray Lewis and Ed Reed

Monte Sanders, President & CEO of Sanders Optimum Fitness, is a graduate of Johnson C. Smith University. He is currently certified as a Personal Trainer by the American Council on Exercise (ACE). He is also certified as a Fitness Instructor and Certified Children’s Fitness Specialist by the AFPA of the United States of America (American Fitness Professionals and Associates). His certifications have prepared him to assist clients in achieving their fitness goals.

During the past 16 years, Monte has gained expertise in sports specific training, orthopedic concerns, injury recovery, weight loss or gain, and general fitness. His dedication to fitness and thorough work ethic has afforded him the opportunity to work with such stellar athletes as Ray Lewis (2003 NFL Defensive MVP and 11- time Pro-Bowl Starter), and Ed Reed (2004 NFL Defensive Player of the Year and 6-time Pro-Bowl Starter) of the Baltimore Ravens. Monte is also currently a spokesperson for the American Heart Association and is very active in the community towards helping our children lead a healthier lifestyle.

In 2009, Monte started the Monte Sanders Fit FAMILIES, Inc. His non-profit focuses on the childhood obesity epidemic, and the importance of family fitness. Recently, Monte and his workout team were requested by President Obama’s camp to warm up a crowd of thousands prior to President Obama’s speech during the Whistle Stop Tour in Baltimore, Maryland.

Monte has dedicated his life to helping others live more healthier and productive lives. He takes pride in assisting every client to achieve their fitness goals and understands that in order to live a full and healthy life; one must include some form of exercise in their everyday routine. His philosophy is “Train Smart: Physically, Mentally, and Spiritually”.