MEET THE TEAM
MARCO ARREDONDO
Marco Arredondo is a retired Captain of the Fire Department, former CrossFit Games Competitor, and the other half to Carol Arredondo. Marco has been heavily involved in the fitness world for 45+ years. From the humble beginnings as a Body Builder to becoming the 3rd fittest man on earth in the CrossFit Masters Division in 2014, Marco has cultivated a true passion for fitness all while working as a full time Fire Captain/Arson Investigator for a Southern California Fire Department. Throughout the process of becoming a Pro Athlete, Marco regularly joined his wife Carol in various Triathalons, Body Building Competitions, and became a Coach and Co-Owner of a CrossFit Affiliate Gym.
Marco’s greatest joy apart from Christ and his family is helping others achieve success in their fitness, whether that is by teaching someone to do their very first push up or coaching them to perform a flawless Olympic Lift. His gentle spirit, patience, and heart to serve is what propels the spirit of Transform By Food. When he is not coaching, you can find him fixing his Vintage VW Bus and hitting the trails with four legged partner, “Tank”.
3X CrossFit Games Competitor (Masters Division), CrossFit Level 1 Certification
CASEY ARREDONDO
Casey Arredondo is Carol’s oldest daughter and the swiss army knife of our team. At 28 years old, she has accumulated years of expertise as a certified Crossfit Coach, Mobility coach, and earned a Bachelor’s of Health Science Degree at California State University Fullterton. Throughout her coaching career, she has developed a passion for working with a variety people from new beginners eager to become the best version of themselves, to novice athletes, first responders, and clients with disabilities. Her own story started in our home gym learning how to train her mind and her body to overcome challenges to reach her goals. Once she did, she became unstoppable. Her heart to help others reach their potential in mental and physical wellness is what sets her apart from the average trainor. She also handles the data entry & strategic planning for our clients to improve their program experience. When she isn’t coaching, you can find her hitting the canyon trails with her dogs, Stella and Scarlet!
Complete Certifications: Bachelor’s Of Health Science Degree, BLS Certification, California EMT Certification, Crossfit Level 1 Certification, Mobility Certification
CALAH ARREDONDO
Born as the youngest into a family of Trail Blazers, Calah Arredondo rounds out the Transform By Food team as a Coach and Mentor for clients. Just shy of 26 years old, Calah has earned two bachelor’s degrees: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton; as well as her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Concordia University Irvine. During her education, she completed several health & nutrition courses and has obtained her license as a Registered Nurse as well as BLS, ACLS, and EMT certification. In addition to working with Transform By Food, she currently works as a RN Nurse for NICU Division of a Southern California Hospital.
Despite her busy schedule, Calah believes in incorporating the Transform By Food principles to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Her discipline has allowed her to compete in multiple Bikini Competitions and earn her PRO card in two different bodybuilding federations. As a RN Nurse, Calah has become passionate about helping First Responders and busy clients find balance in their overall wellness. Her creativity has been the mastermind behind some of our meal plans, especially for vegan and plant-based alternatives.
Registered Nurse, EMT Certification
EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS
Our coaches are a testament of the programs success with a passion to cultivate healthy lifestyles for themselves and for others around them!