“Strength’s in my Name “
Growth Stability Wellness
Ezekiel D. Towner
About me
Who I Am
Ezekiel D. Towner is a certified personal trainer and IT professional with over 10 years of experience spanning the health & wellness and technology industries. His unique background allows him to approach fitness with structure, strategy, and problem-solving—helping clients build sustainable results, not quick fixes.
What I Do
Ezekiel began his professional career in Information Technology after earning a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, working in IT support, network infrastructure, system administration, and customer relationship management.
Alongside his IT career, Ezekiel developed deep expertise as a certified personal trainer, coaching individuals through customized training programs, nutritional guidance, and lifestyle accountability. His work bridges the gap between performance, health, and long-term wellbeing, empowering clients to thrive both physically and mentally.
Today, Ezekiel is the Founder and Owner of GS Fitness & Wellness, operating out of LA Fitness (5224 S Lake Park Ave, Chicago, IL) while also partnering with community organizations to expand access to fitness education.
Training Background
Ezekiel’s Training Career began
Specializations
- Strength Training
- Weight Loss & Body Recomposition
- Corrective Exercise
- Functional Training
- Senior Fitness
- Post-Rehabilitation Training
- Core & Stability Training
Qualifications & Certifications
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Certified Personal Trainer (NFPT,NASM,ISSA)
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach (ISSA)
- Certified Nutritionist
Why I Became a Personal Trainer
Ezekiel became a personal trainer through a deep passion for education, problem-solving, and service. While working in IT, he realized that many challenges people face—stress, fatigue, chronic pain, and burnout—stem from deeper lifestyle and health issues that technology alone could not solve.
Fitness became a way to address the root causes of wellbeing, allowing Ezekiel to give back to his community in a meaningful, hands-on way. Training people wasn’t just about exercise—it was about restoring confidence, discipline, and quality of life.
Fitness Philosophy & Core Values
Ezekiel’s approach is rooted in:
- Growth –Education over shortcuts
- Stability – Consistency over intensity
- Wellness – Mastery of Whole – Life Health
He believes fitness should be accessible, sustainable, and empowering, supporting not just physical health but mental and spiritual wellbeing as well.
Goals & Mission
Create long-term community impact through wellness initiatives
Educate and collaborate with local fitness and wellness communities
Provide affordable health and fitness education
Bring awareness to the connection between physical, mental, and spiritual Wellbeing