Our Staff

Damian Cortez - Specialized Fitness Founder/President

Founded in San Antonio, texas in 1997, Damian wanted to build a philosophy of health and wellness achieved at home and in the workplace, making it convenient to San Antonians to make exercise a part of their busy and hectic lifestyles. Through In-Home and Corporate Fitness Programs, Specialized Fitness is and continues to teach, educate, and promote health/wellness in San Antonio.

"Specialized Fitness was created with a unique approach to physical conditioning and education. Our purpose is to educate individuals about their bodies and guide them through the discovery of their physical selves." -Damian Cortez
Lana Cortez - Vice President

Lana brings many years of business and management experience to Specialized Fitness, Inc. She holds multiple certifications with Coopers Institute and Research specializing in the biomechanics of resistance training, senior populations, and group exercise. Lana continues to help improve quality and corporate fitness service by assisting in the management process for Specialized Fitness, Inc. She enjoys training for a yearly half marathon every fall and promoting local running events in San Antonio.
Kenneth Conner - Sports Program Director

Ken runs our sports program at the Palestra Rehabilitation Center working with high school and collegiate athletes to achieve higher performance for their sport. He is a graduate of McMurray University in Abilene, Texas with a B.S. in Exercise Sports Development.
Mace Turpenen - Corporate Fitness Director

Mace has been with the Specialized Fitness team from day one working in several different departments to improve quality and service. He presently serves as corporate fitness director and places standard operating procedures in all managed facilities. He is certified through Coopers Institute and Research Center.
Rachel J. Rogers - Certified Personal Trainer
 
Rachel Rogers is certified by Coopers Institute of Health and A.C.E. (American Council of Exercise). Rachel is handling Specialized Fitness In-home training and is looking to expand her clientle at "the gym".
Matthew Rath - Certified Personal Trainer
 
Matt is a 2007 Kinesiolgy Graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio.  He completed his internship hours at Specialized Fitness Inc. during the 2007 Summer Semester and was made a part of the SF team in the fall.  Matt completed his Cooper Institute Training in September.