Today we’d like to introduce you to Ma’kenan Mitchell
Ma’Kenan, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Ma’Kenan “Coach Mitch” Mitchell, a US Marine Corps veteran, is the Owner and Founder of ORBIT Performance Training and a Certified Personal Trainer with over 8 years of professional experience in the fitness industry. Mitch has held various roles throughout his dynamic career, including serving as a Force Fitness Instructor in the USMC, owning a successful personal training business, and advising fitness programs for other organizations.
In addition to his diverse professional background, Ma’Kenan is a competitive runner and powerlifter, an instructor for personal trainers, and has worked extensively in strength and conditioning capacities with Air Force Special Forces units. His versatility and expertise extend beyond traditional fitness training, encompassing a wide range of disciplines and clientele.
Motivated by a desire to contribute to a safe and healthy world, Ma’Kenan is driven by the belief that his own mental health struggles and experiences can serve as a source of knowledge and growth for others. Guided by the motto “Always Forward, Forward Always,” he embodies the values of respect, integrity, and commitment in everything he does, inspiring others to pursue their goals with determination and perseverance.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
– It’s been a very rocky road. Since growing up in a very rough household and exposure to abuse as a child, I had a very biased view of the world. This view ultimately evolved into needing to achieve and ensure that I would never be in that position again.
– Throughout my military career with the USMC, I also experienced many hardships. From incredibly stressful environments to deployments, to sticking to strict standards, the USMC allowed me to prosper in chaotic environments.
– I started my personal training business while serving in the USMC, which only added another dynamic of stress due to business management and growth.
We’ve been impressed with ORBIT Performance , but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Orbit Lifestyle is an organization that provides personal training, wellness coaching, and other fitness and health services while also encouraging the use of fitness as a treatment for mental health disorders.
As the head coach, I specialize in strength performance such as general strength training, powerlifting, and Olympic lifting.
Our mission is to expose clients to a variety of training techniques, to find the fitness types that best suit them individually, while also helping them achieve their dream physique and improve their overall mental well-being.
What has been the most important lesson you’ve learned along your journey?
– Along my journey thus far, the most significant thing I’ve learned is the importance of staying consistent. When an individual has large dreams and things they want to accomplish, most of the time, it requires constant effort every day. I’ve learned that if I push to do something to contribute to my goals every day, no matter how small, I will see a compounding effect that will benefit me and those around me over time.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://orbitlifestyle.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementmitch/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makenan.mitchell.1/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@movementwithmitch
