About INNOVATE FITNESS

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With over 15 years of hands-on coaching experience, I’m dedicated to transforming lives—whether you’re just beginning your fitness journey or competing on the world stage. My expertise spans weight loss, physique transformation, adult & youth fitness, pain management, and elite sports performance, all rooted in a deep understanding of exercise science, biomechanics, and practical, results-driven application.

As an Exercise Physiologist with a degree from UMass Lowell, I excel at translating complex training principles into effective, real-world strategies. My coaching has empowered clients to regain quality of life, enhance mobility, reduce reliance on medications, and overcome chronic pain when other solutions fell short.

I’ve had the privilege of working with 16 national-level competitors, 4 world-level athletes, and 1 professional athlete—tailoring programs that suit both beginners and elite performers. Additionally, I’ve been personally mentored by some of the country’s top coaches and physical therapists, insights from which I seamlessly integrate into my training philosophy.

Beyond coaching, I’m a competitive powerlifter—having placed 3rd at the WPC World Championships and once held a WPC world record in the deadlift. My journey also includes a decade in strongman competitions with five national qualifiers, and my early days as a high school athlete in football and baseball laid the foundation for my lifelong commitment to fitness.

I don’t believe in fluff. I’m not here to deliver just another good workout—I’m here to achieve real, measurable results. If you’re ready to put in the work, I’ll ensure every effort leads to meaningful, transformative progress.

As co-owner of Innovate Fitness, I manage customer relations and work behind the scenes to ensure every client’s experience is seamless. 

With 18 years of lifting experience and a lifetime of athletics, I know firsthand what it takes to train, perform, and push limits. 

I’ve competed in powerlifting, earning Best Lifter at my first-ever meet, and my athletic background spans soccer, basketball, softball, and even Tough Mudders. As both a trainer, with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science,  and a registered nurse (RN), I bring a unique perspective to coaching, blending strength training with a deep understanding of health and recovery.

I’m especially passionate about women’s health and athletics, and I’m currently working toward a prenatal/postnatal certification to help women stay strong through every stage of life. Whether in training, recovery, or long-term health, my focus is on helping women build strength, confidence, and resilience—both in and out of the gym.

I’m Paul Michaelidis! I’ve been passionate about fitness since my senior year of high school, where I got into weightlifting, track and field, and basketball. On the track, I specialized in the 400m dash and 400m hurdles, always pushing myself to be stronger and faster.

What started as a hobby with friends quickly turned into a passion.  Once I got to college, I knew I wanted to help people feel stronger, more confident, and capable in their own bodies. That’s what led me to Innovate Fitness, where I started as an intern in March and officially became a personal trainer in July.

I’m also a competitive powerlifter, constantly working to improve my strength and performance. Additionally, I’m an ISSA certified personal trainer and currently in school pursuing a degree in exercise science to deepen my knowledge and enhance my coaching.

It’s been an amazing journey so far, and I’m excited to keep learning, growing, and helping clients reach their goals.

Fun fact: I’m bilingual and speak both English and Greek fluently!