ABOUT US

Iming Shieh is the founder of TBD.fit and a specialist in functional fitness, focusing on enhancing movement, building strength, and addressing the unique demands of sports and everyday life. Unlike conventional trainers, he emphasizes quality movement over heavy lifting and designs customized programs tailored to each client’s unique needs. Many of his clients seek relief from pain caused by past injuries—particularly in the back, knees, and shoulders—while also improving their overall fitness.

With over a decade of experience in rehabilitation and sports performance, Iming combines his expertise to help clients move better, feel stronger, and overcome limitations. Clients frequently commend his ability to break down exercises with clear explanations and his effective, safe approach to fitness.

Professional Experience

• Physical Therapy Aide: 1.5 years of experience assisting clients with a variety of injuries.
• Sports Performance Trainer & Certified Personal Trainer: 8+ years of helping clients of all fitness levels achieve their goals.

Expertise

Iming specializes in designing personalized programs for clients managing conditions such as:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Joint replacements (knee, hip, shoulder)
• Connective tissue disorders and joint laxity
• Hamstring, rotator cuff, and plantar plate injuries

His areas of focus include:

• Sports Performance
• Rehabilitation
• Functional Fitness
• Strength Training
• Rotational Athlete Training

Iming has extensive experience working with rotational athletes, tailoring programs for sports like:

• Volleyball: Strength and performance training
• Tennis: Injury prevention and skill-specific conditioning

Education & Certifications

• B.S. in Sports Nutrition
• Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified
• DBC Level 1 (Biomechanics)
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

Iming’s holistic approach integrates rehabilitation, strength, and performance training to help clients achieve sustainable success—whether recovering from injuries, enhancing athletic performance, or improving daily movement and strength.

Paul’s passion for training stems from his ability to meet clients where they are and guide them toward enjoying movement in a way that creates lifelong impact. With experience working with a wide range of clients, Paul excels at tailoring training styles and rhythms to fit individual needs and goals.

Paul’s expertise includes:

• Off-Season Training: Preparing college-level athletes for peak performance.
• Sport-Specific Programs: Designing customized training plans for athletes of all ages, from adolescence to adulthood.
• Pain Relief & Management: Helping clients find long-term solutions for ongoing discomfort.
• Mobility & Biomechanical Alignment: Improving movement patterns for clients across all age groups.
• Injury Prevention: Crafting programs focused on safe, functional movement that aligns with each client’s lifestyle.

Paul has been a dedicated personal trainer with TBD.fit for three years, continually inspiring clients to move, grow, and thrive.

Training Philosophy

• Tailored Training for Your Needs
• A Holistic Approach to Wellness
• Building Strength Through Functional Fitness
• Injury Prevention & Recovery
• Growth at Every Stage
• Mastering Jump Mechanics
• Personalized Swing Mechanics
• Rehab & Sports Performance for Volleyball Athletes

With Paul, training isn’t just about the present – it’s about building a foundation for a lifetime of movement and success.

From a young age, Daniel’s passion for movement was shaped by a life full of athletics, including taekwondo, soccer, American football, and lacrosse. Early injuries taught Daniel the importance of unlearning poor training habits and relearning effective techniques to stay active and healthy. Now, Daniel is dedicated to helping others benefit from the lessons they’ve learned, offering a foundation of nutrition, movement, mindset, and recovery for building a healthier, stronger body.

Daniel’s expertise includes:

• Creating Sustainable Fitness Plans: Helping clients achieve and maintain their fitness goals for long-term health and longevity.
• Holistic Approach to Wellness: Addressing fitness through movement, recovery, and mindset.
• Functional Fitness: Strengthening clients’ everyday movement patterns for better performance and reduced injury risk.
• Correcting Movement Biases: Identifying and addressing improper mechanics, such as overusing the lower back during exercises.
• Overcoming Chronic Injuries: Helping clients manage and recover from nagging injuries.
• Injury Prevention: Reducing risks for common injuries like ACL tears and Achilles strains.
• Breathing Mechanics: Introducing clients to the importance of proper breathing techniques to enhance performance and manage stress.

Training Philosophy

Daniel believes exercise is medicine and uses functional movement as a tool for injury prevention and performance enhancement. Their training background as a strength coach and personal trainer provides clients with a unique advantage by combining injury prevention strategies and skill-based training. Incorporating breathing practices into every program has been particularly impactful, helping clients manage stress and improve performance with a holistic approach.

Qualifications

• Physical Therapy Aide: OPTM Physical Therapy
• Bachelor’s in Exercise Science: California State University, Monterey Bay
• Yoga Breathing Coach

Certifications

• Certified YOGABODY Breathing Coach
• Functional Movement System (FMS) – Level 1
• Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS)

Daniel is passionate about empowering clients with the tools and knowledge to achieve their fitness goals while staying healthy for life.