About
Chris Ecklund is the President and Founder of Prevail Conditioning Performance Center. Chris has over 20 years of experience working with athletes of all ages and ability levels, fitness enthusiasts, post rehab clients and seniors. He also serves as an Adjunct Faculty Member for Westmont College in the Kinesiology Department and has been named as the only Master Instructor and Trainer in Santa Barbara for the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Chris holds the following Credentials:
MA Kinesiology (San Jose State University)
Massage Therapy Certified (CAMTC(
BA Kinesiology (Westmont College)
Olympic Lifting Club Coach (USAW)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM)
Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)
Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM)
Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1
Improving client lives and helping them realize their potential.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
1. Complete Health and Exercise History Analysis
2. Fusionetics and TPI Biomechanics Movement Analysis
3. Precision Nutrition Dietary assessment and planning (if desired)
4. Weekly, monthly in person training or consulting
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Adjunct Faculty Member for Westmont College in the Kinesiology Department
Master Instructor and Trainer in Santa Barbara for the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Chris holds the following Credentials:
MA Kinesiology (San Jose State University)
BA Kinesiology (Westmont College)
Olympic Lifting Club Coach (USAW)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM)
Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1
Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Online Training: $99/month
Local Private Training (in person): $250/hour (travel and training time included)
How did you get started teaching?
I have always had a fascination with human movement and performance. As such, it was my focus of study in college and post graduate. Upon gaining a degree in kinesiology I immediately entered the training and strength and conditioning profession.
What types of students have you worked with?
Athletes of all ages and abilities
Fitness enthusiasts
Seniors
Post Rehab patients
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make certain the initials and credentials behind the professional's are representative of high caliber and nationally recognized certifications and organizations.
Search for a professional that has the appropriate approach and personality to help encourage you.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What needs do I have?
What are my goals (and are they realistic)?
What do I hope to gain/learn/acquire from the trainer?
Am I a good fit for the trainer?
What value does this service hold for me?