Aaron Hodges

WHY DID YOU BECOME A FITNESS INSTRUCTOR?

My background is in football, from Pee Wee to the Pro level. Through all my years of playing and training I always took conditioning very seriously. I would get asked for fitness recommendations based on my physical appearance. That lead me to start training clients in various parks around town after college in the off season.

My best friend Toussiant Peterson followed my coaching progress and started peer pressuring me into teaching at Title Boxing Club. After I repeatedly turning him down, I finally accepted and I have been there ever since.

FAVORITE GO-TO PUMP UP SONG?

I usually have different songs/playlists for different fitness activities. My weight lifting music is completely different from the music I have pumping into my ears when I’m on the road running miles. If I had to pick just one I’m going to go with Wiz Khalifa “This Plane”.

FIRST GROUP FITNESS CLASS?

My first group fitness class was actually back in college with the football team. Weights, Yoga, Cardio, etc. We did it all together. Miss those guys!!!

FAVORITE MOVIE?

My favorite movie seems to be underrated. I love the “Rush Hour” series.

FIRST JOB?

Government tax job, working at the public library.

HOMETOWN?

I’m from Kansas City, Missouri.

FAVORITE JUNK FOOD?

Ice Cream will always hold a special place in my heart.

FAVORITE RESTAURANT?

I live in the North End & the 24 hour bakery BOVAS has become a second home.

GO-TO WEEKDAY MEAL?

I’m simple. My go to since kindergarten has been Peanut Butter & Jelly on toast. (Must be on toast)

PERFECT SUNDAY AFTERNOON?

Involves brunch with good people. a few drinks and plenty of bacon. I go hard the other 6 days out of the week so my Sundays are chill.

FAVORITE WORKOUT GEAR?

The famous check mark on my feet, Nikes of course. Compression shorts on under my gym shorts and a tank on top. I must have my iPhone, wireless headphones, & apple watch with me to keep the tunes just right.

WON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT?

iPhone & Headphones

GUILTY PLEASURE?

I have a huge sweet tooth. I love chocolate. Yet I feel no guilt when I eat it. Hahaha…

FAVORITE PLACE TO SWEAT WHEN YOU AREN’T TEACHING?

Running out on the streets. I love pressing play and taking off.

IN TEN YEARS I WILL BE _____?

Married with some littles ones, operate a successful apparel business and I will have a much greater presence in the fitness industry. And if I am lucky, still coaching clients on the side.

MORE ESSENTIAL: WATER OR COFFEE?

Definitely WATER… Coffee? yuck!

FAVORITE VACATION SPOT?

Anywhere with warm weather and beautiful scenery. Vegas, LA, Miami.

GETS YOU OUT OF BED IN THE MORNING?

That’s easy. Unfinished business.

CELEBRITY YOU’D MOST LIKE TO MEET?

Floyd Mayweather Jr.

WHO INSPIRES YOU?

A lot of people inspire me, but on a daily basis that inspiration would come from Jesus Christ.

 

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