Celebrity fitness coach Kory Phillips celebrates 14 years of business in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Lovely Body Health & Fitness is celebrating 14 years making Shreveporters sweat.
In a city where health and wellness are increasingly becoming a priority, Kory Phillips, better known as @IAmTheKingOfFitness, is celebrating an impressive milestone: 14 years in business as the owner of Lovely Bodies Health & Fitness.
The two-day event kicked off with a boot scootin' line dancing class to get the body moving, followed by his signature Revenge Body workout on the second day.The calorie-torching routine aims to burn over 1000 calories in just one session and earns rave reviews from clients and staff alike.
His innovative training programs, motivational coaching style, and dedication to client success before and after photos have earned him a loyal gym clientele and nearly 400,000 followers on Instagram.
Line dance instructor Breanka Thomas recounts her first time visiting the gym 'I went to the gym and fell in love. All the women from the page were in there with the same results. They all were working out with 50 and 60-pound weights in their hands and that was the wildest thing I'd ever seen.'
Over the years, Phillips has made a significant impact not only on his clients but also on the community. For the past 13 years, the dedicated team at Lovely Bodies has consistently provided weekly meals to those in need, a tradition that continues even as the brand expands..
After opening his gym, he expanded to Atlanta and gained a reputation as a celebrity personal trainer, attracting clients from all walks of life, including influencers like Kai Cenat, business professionals like Angela Simmons, musicians, and fitness enthusiasts.
For those looking to start their fitness journey or enhance their current routines, Lovely Bodies Health & Fitness offers virtual fitness classes that can be joined directly from the Shreveport studio.
For more information or to sign up, you can contact Lovely Bodies Shreveport on Instagram or by calling 318-459-8050.
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