The Team at Vigor Strength

  • Coach Jaryd

    Jaryd received his B.S in Exercise Science from the University of Southern Maine. USM is also where Jaryd became serious about his fitness journey. Jaryd has experience coaching people from all walks of life, from middle schoolers, high school athletes, to adults. He has experience of working at other gyms in the area. Working with people and making their visions come true is what drives him.

    Outside of the gym Jaryd enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, gaming, and hanging out with his dog, Onyx.

  • Coach Cali

    Cali’s passion for exercise and fitness began in middle school when she discovered her love for ice hockey and continued through high school were she was a 3 sport athlete.

    Cali graduated in 2021 with a B.S in Athletic Training. Throughout her college career she had the opportunity to work with many athletes from ages 7 to 87. Cali’s goal now is to take athletic training away from the sidelines and incorporate her skills and knowledge into the non traditional setting.

    When Cali isn’t at the gym you can find her hiking trails with her pup, Ranger, or riding her Harley.

  • Coach Julian

    Julian has been obsessed with exercise since high school and believes it can be the best tool to build physical and mental health. He enjoys all forms of movement: mainly free weight training (kettlebell and barbell) and sweaty metabolic conditioning workouts!

    He has been working as a professional coach/ trainer since 2012. He is a University of Maine 2016 Kinesiology graduate, and a strength and conditioning specialist. Has extensive experience working with the general population at multiple gyms, as well as internships with D1 and professional athletes. He also has a depth of experience with special populations, and adapted sports training.

    Julian enjoys spending time with his family at home: with his wife, kids and 2 golden retrievers. He likes reading, cooking, and the occasional video game or movie.

  • Coach Zach

    Zach found his way into the exercise profession in an unlikely way: due to personal injuries from serving in the U.S. Army that left him unable to do the things he loved. He learned how to apply strength and mobility training to move towards being pain free in everyday activities. He developed skills of identifying the root cause of issues in specific areas and how to work on them.

    Zach is a no-nonsense person who feels as if he was put here to help people. He wants them to realize they don’t have to live life with physical limitations at any age.

    When is isn’t training Zach enjoys spending time with his wife Nicole and staying busy with their three children. He was born and raised in Maine, and holds a bachelors degree in Exercise Science from the University of Southern Maine. He has extensive experience working with the general population as well as young athletes.

OUR LEADERS

Julian Despres & Zachary Russell were born in Maine, returned to Maine for their college education, and are here to support the community with top notch strength & conditioning coaching in a positive & High energy environment.