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Owner | Medical Exercise Specialist | HLC

Achieving your wellness goals requires a partner who understands your unique journey. We specialize in helping women of all ages build strength, confidence, and longevity in a supportive environment. Meet the professionals dedicated to guiding you toward your best self—body, mind, and spirit.

Terahshea (TJ) McCray

Terahshea TJ McCray

Holistic Lifestyle Coach | Medical Exercise Specialist | Author

 

"No two bodies are the same." For 30 years, Terahshea has dedicated his career to this single truth, rejecting cookie-cutter fitness in favor of true personalization.

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Before becoming a coach, TJ was a storyteller. He earned his B.A. in Communications and Television Production from Rider University, originally envisioning a life in media. However, while studying Human Biology, he discovered a deeper fascination: the mechanics of the human body and the science of movement. He realized that true transformation doesn’t happen on a screen—it happens in the daily habits we build and the discipline we master.

 

Today, TJ merges these two worlds. He uses his background in communication to listen deeply and guide clients with clarity, while applying his deep expertise in anatomy and kinesiology to build bodies that last. In a world of social media "influencers" and quick fixes, TJ offers longevity.

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A Multi-Faceted Approach to Wellness TJ brings a unique combination of specialties to Fit to be Fab:

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  • Medical Exercise Specialist: He prioritizes joint protection and safety, ensuring clients stay mobile and independent for years to come.

  • Strength & Conditioning Specialist: He builds "real-world" power, training the body to handle life’s demands with ease.

  • Ultimate Body Building Expert: He masters the science of aesthetics, teaching the art of sculpting a physique you are proud to see in the mirror.

  • Nutrition Coach: He helps fuel the body effectively without starvation tactics.

  • Your Partner: He stands by his clients’ sides until their goals are reached.

 

Credentials & Certifications Terahshea holds credentials from leading international health and fitness organizations, including:

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  • Certified Medical Exercise Specialist (MES)

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

  • CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach (HLC)

  • Ultimate Bodybuilding and Functional Training Expert (IAFS)

  • Sports Fitness Specialist (NASM)

  • Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT and NASM-CPT)

  • Clinical Exercise Specialist (ACE-CES)

  • Specialist in Performance Nutrition (ISSA)

  • Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist (ACE-Gold Certified)

  • Specialist in Martial Arts Conditioning (ISSA)


In addition to continuous work on his writing and producing projects, TJ trains private clients in the New York City and Princeton NJ areas. TJ is the proud father of three: Nadir, Elijah and Kyla. In addition to spending quality time with his children, TJ’s passions include bodybuilding, tennis, biking, skating, reading and watching classic films.

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Although Cheryl started teaching group fitness in college, she chose to pursue a corporate career after graduation. Once her kids were born and she wanted to have more flexibility with her schedule, she decided to switch gears literally and figuratively. Being a workout enthusiast and with her college fitness experience under her belt, a career in group fitness seemed a natural choice for her.

Cheryl obtained her certifications in personal training, group fitness, kickboxing and kid's fitness through AAAI and began teaching part time in various gyms. Most recently she also became certified in Tabata Bootcamp and PIYO. Cheryl brings with her over 30 years of experience in fitness and we are thrilled to have her as part of our team.

She is a high energy trainer who loves to exercise personally and enjoys helping others reach their fitness goals. She is very familiar with the specific needs of the women who are working hard to change their relationship with fitness. When not training or teaching, Cheryl is a very involved mom with her children's academic and athletic commitments.

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