About Corey

Corey Ritter founded Body Design Personal Training in 1999 and Body Design University in 2002. He has built an incredible team, serving over 5,000 active clients and students. Throughout his career, Ritter has coached a diverse range of clients, from clinically obese individuals to professional athletes, and has mentored thousands of personal trainers, helping them develop prosperous careers within the industry.


Ritter gained significant acclaim for his high-energy, no-nonsense program "The Fitness Factor," which was featured on YouTube's homepage. He has hosted CNN’s "Bod Squad" and appeared on Fox News and CBS. His expertise has been showcased in numerous publications, including the Business Chronicle, Sports and Fitness, Men’s Health, Shape, and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.


With over 25 years of experience, Corey is passionate about helping others succeed. His client and student testimonials underscore his dedication and his proven track record, which includes over 10,000 success stories to date.


In addition to his professional endeavors, Corey founded Body Design Fitness Events, a charity focused on fitness-based fundraising and awareness events. Since 1999, he has generously donated a portion of his company’s proceeds to support charities he is passionate about.

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