Biography

Arik S. Wiest, MS, Keiser Master Trainer, SKOGG, ACPT

National Personal Training Institute
NW Director/ Portland Lead Instructor
Fitness Consultant:  EveryBodies Health
Keiser Master Trainer/International Instructor


Arik is a graduate of the University of Oregon. He graduated with his Bachelors degree in Exercise and Movement Science with a minor in Biology in 2001. As an undergraduate he rowed for the university crew team. He then graduated with his Master's degree in Human Physiology, with a concentration in Biomechanics, in 2003.

Arik is a certified Keiser Master Trainer and International Instructor, a SKOGG Kettlebell Specialist,  (TW-CC) Advanced Certified Personal Trainer (ACPT) and a USRowing level III Advanced Coach. He has over 15 years in the fitness industry ranging from correctional rehabilitation, instruction at the community college, university and post secondary levels, coaching at the high school and collegiate level, personal training, corporate wellness and the exercise physiology for the REX Wellness Center in Raleigh, NC.

In addition to the National Personal Training Institute Northwest Director and Portland Lead instructor, Arik, is the owner of the fitness consultant business EveryBodies Health Inc. He is a regular presenter for health and wellness groups, organizations and media.  He is the creator of numerous CEU and certification programs.


"Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore."

—Andre Gide