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COOPER FITNESS CENTER

Cory Scharwarth, MS

Professional Fitness Trainer

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Eastern Illinois University
  • Master of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Eastern Illinois University

NATIONALLY-ACCREDITED CERTIFICATIONS

  • American Council on Exercise: Certified Personal Trainer

ADVANCED CERTIFICATIONS

  • Precision Nutrition: Nutrition Coaching, Level I
  • Personal Trainer Development Center: Online Trainer
  • American Council on Exercise: Functional Training Specialist

AREAS OF SPECIALTY

  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Injury Prevention
  • General Conditioning
  • Fat Loss
  • Functional Movement (Activities of Daily Living)

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

  • Started at Cooper Fitness Center, 2026
  • First Full-time Trainer Employed at Mattoon Area Family YMCA, 2016-2025
  • Started an Online Personal Training Business
  • Taught Intro to Strength & Conditioning Course at Eastern Illinois University
  • Personal Trainer for the Mattoon Police Department (Temporary Position)
  • Qualified for Illinois High School State Championship Meets in Cross Country & Track

To schedule a personal training session, contact Cory at 409.771.4517 or cscharwarth@cooperfitnesscenter.com.