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FARREL HAKIM

FARREL HAKIM

Farrel first discovered fitness through competition.

A former high school wrestler who later trained in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, he quickly developed a fascination with strength, performance, and the science behind body transformation. That curiosity led him to earn a degree in exercise science and nutrition, giving him the knowledge to pair evidence-based coaching with real-world experience.

Specializing in powerlifting, hypertrophy, and body composition, Farrel has helped professionals, post-rehabilitation clients, and online athletes build lean muscle, lose body fat, and develop lasting confidence through intelligent programming.

His coaching blends science, discipline, and genuine enthusiasm for helping people become stronger than they imagined possible.

Highlights

  • Exercise Science & Nutrition 
  • Powerlifting & Hypertrophy 
  • Body Composition Specialist 
  • Strength & Performance Coaching 

Philosophy

"Knowledge builds the program. Consistency builds the results."

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