Meet Nextfit Trainer Mark Blanchard

Mark is the co-owner of the Power Yoga Centers along with his wife Elizabeth Blanchard (also a Power Yoga instructor). He has been studying yoga for over 30 years and has been teaching since 1993. Mark has a diverse background starting out as a semi-professional athlete, then a working actor and now a full-time yoga instructor. Mark trains many celebrities and professional athletes in the art of Power Yoga and teaches at both of his Los Angeles studios. Mark travels worldwide for workshops and yoga retreats to spread his unique version of purist Power Yoga.

★FitStars: Q&A with NextFit and Celebrity Trainer David Kirsch

July 8, 2009 by Jenn  

Do you remember back in 2005 when Heidi Klum shocked the workout and fashion world by rocking the Victoria’s Secret runway just two months after giving birth?  Well, one person (besides Ms. Klum herself, obviously) is credited with her ability to bounce back so quickly. And that person is David Kirsch.

Kirsch has his own personal training facility in NYC, worked on ABC’s “Extreme Makeover,” has written various books (one of which we’re giving away below—whee!) and starred in numerous workout DVDs. Plus, he has more than just Heidi on his client list. He’s also helped Faith Hill, Ellen Barkin, Liv Tyler, Kerry Washington, Anne Hathaway and Linda Evangelista get red-carpet ready. His workouts are tough and his diets are strict, but his results certainly speak for themselves.

We were lucky enough to get David to do a quick Q&A with us recently about his fitness philosophy, latest book, DVD and the inside scoop on some of the A-list celebs he trains with. (We couldn’t resist asking if Heidi is really as sweet as she seems on TV!) Be sure to read through all of the answers, as he also makes quite the FBG joke.

Oh, and I love that his initials are DK. Reminds me of Donkey Kong, and who doesn’t love Donkey Kong?!