Take the guesswork out of planning workouts and see what you can accomplish with professional training.

The Chain Effect Difference

Functional movement training is the bedrock of our philosophy.
Develop strength and movement quality to improve fitness and also prevent injury.
Collaborative goal setting means we work together to create them, then crush them.
Multiple training areas allow for privacy if desired.
No matter your background or starting point, our trainers make you feel comfortable and respected.

Our Personal Trainers

Bryan Hamilton-Brown

Bryan was born and raised in Northern Virginia but moved to the United Kingdom in 2005. During his adolescence, he was overweight so he decided he wanted to make a positive change to his health. That’s when he fell in love with exercise and physiology. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelors in Exercise Physiology and has been in the fitness and medical industry since 2011. He has worked in hospitals as well as strength and conditioning settings. In 2013, Bryan competed as a Natural Bodybuilder and Powerlifter, winning 1st place in the men’s Amateur Class and 3rd in the Open Division. Bryan lives in Cary with his wife Lanisa and two cats Cici and Link. He enjoys cooking delicious new recipes and does video game live streaming in his down time. Bryan’s certifications and specialities include: ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, Strength & Conditioning, Mobility & Recovery, TRX Suspension Training, Bodybuilding/Powerlifting, and Nutritional Coaching.

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Mark Whittington II

Mark is a Certified Personal Trainer through the International Sports Sciences Association and has been training since 2010. His extensive continuing education includes a Tactical Training Specialist Certification, Performance Coach Certification and Fitness Specialist Certification through EXOS. He has an extensive background from training professional and amateur athletes to working with everyday professionals and retirees. Mark approaches fitness as a lifelong behavior modification where we have continuous improvement. He defines his sessions as simple, challenging, and efficient with an emphasis on proper form and mobility. His favorite client is anyone with a goal and a willingness to work towards it!

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Define Goals and Crush Them

Today, information is free and abundant. However, proper implementation is the only way to truly make gains. We are movement experts and understand that minor differences in form can make or break a training program.

Chain Effect is for those ready to be challenged, both mentally and physically, to create the best possible you. Train alone, bring a friend, or create a small group to rise up together!