Fernando Rivera CSCS

09/03/2026

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08/25/2026

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08/03/2026

This are few educational resources that in some way has reshape and form my strength and conditioning theory, philosophy or even work. A trainer must’ve in-field experience and mentors that contribute to their development, nonetheless a self-taught mind is imperative to be unique performing a particular tasks. A trainer should read books, researches, and be active in their fields. The cost of living (including education resources) is not cheap at this time, but excuses will not lead you to anywhere.

Other educational experiences that have contributed to my career as a strength coach/ personal trainer have been… Athletic Lab Internship/ Mentorship, NSCA clinics and conferences, USA Weightlifting Level 1 conference, workshops, The Movement System, and even the Master degree in Strength and Conditioning (particularly Dr. Moreno, PhD).

We are a continuous work in progress, my English is not the best at this particular time (working to fluency every day), however that is not an excuse to pursue growth and educate myself with this gems of resources. Afterwards, you must trust your health and performance to those professionals that are always seeking growth and not only spotlight. You as a client, participant or whatever you can be consider, you should challenge your trainer or sport performance coach to seek their best version through intentional education times, not matter if is a rookie or if is a veteran as a coach. Those ones who renew their knowledge every single time will be allies in your respective journey as an athlete or client.

***Those are just a few of books

06/15/2026

Back to business… I was a softball strength coach for ~3 years, now I’ll be leading strength and conditioning training for baseball and softball 🥎 players.

At Diamond & Aces, we believe athletes who move better, get stronger, and stay healthier perform better on the field. That’s why sports performance training is a key part of player development.

Meet Coach Fernando Rivera to our team!
Originally from Puerto Rico, Fernando brings an impressive background in strength & conditioning, athlete development, injury prevention, and performance training. He holds a Master’s Degree in Strength & Conditioning, is CSCS and NSCA-CPT certified, completed the Athletic Lab Internship, and is a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach.
🔥 Now Offering:
• Arm Care Training
• Strength Training

If you’re looking to increase strength, improve durability, and gain an edge over the competition, Coach Fernando is ready to help.

📅 Book your session today!

04/25/2026

I’ll remember and missed of all of you guys! ❤️

I’m very grateful with the staff, Craig Kleinberg, Mike, Luigi, Renee and Kayla for being my mentors during the whole internship. I appreciate all of your support and encouragement. Also my peers Nate and Kameron, you guys are amazing.

The intern comes to an end.
Thank you Athletic Lab!

04/20/2026

I came to the mainland in the 🇺🇸 to be great on my own terms. Not shortcuts, only consistent and dedicated hard work day-in and day-out.

From Ponce to Chicago
From San Juan to Cary I am 4 time certified…

Fernando Rivera, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, USAW L1, CHPC L1

02/09/2026

As personal trainers or strength coach always we found a way to growth our expertise to improve the client experience and therefore achieving sustainable results. The clients benefit from trainers who are knowledgeable enough to provide value through realistic solutions as working with a pregnancy woman that desire to keep her fitness during this 9 months period.

It is not the same a certified coach than a qualified coach.

Como entrenadores personales o entrenador de fuerza siempre buscamos la manera de elevar nuestro “expertise” y a su vez lograr resultados sostenibles. Los clientes se benefician de entrenadores expertos que provean valor real a traves de soluciones como trabajar con una mujer embarazada que desea mantener su condición física durante un periodo que puede durar 9 meses.

No es lo mismo un entrenador certificado que un entrenador calificado.