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Merrick

Coach

Merrick, Coach at Fitsio

About

Coach Merrick believes that speed, power, and athletic fluidity are skills that can be taught and perfected at any level. A graduate of the National Taiwan University of Sport, and backed by an international background in both Taiwanese and Malaysian athletic development, he approaches human performance through a deeply technical lens.

As a STAR (Sports Training Association of Rhythm) Rhythm Training Master Trainer in Malaysia, Merrick specializes in integrating advanced neuromuscular coordination and brain-body synchronization into sports performance. By combining this unique rhythm-based methodology with elite short-sprint mechanics (ALTIS) and foundational conditioning (NASM-CPT), he expertly deconstructs complex biomechanics into actionable, progressive training steps.

In practice, Merrick systematically fuses rhythm-driven psychomotor drills with traditional speed-endurance protocols to optimize an athlete's drive phase, acceleration transitions, and explosive power. This innovative training approach allows both competitive athletes and fitness enthusiasts to break through performance plateaus, sharpen their agility, and build a highly efficient, injury-resilient physical foundation.

Experience

7+ years experience

Qualifications

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
  • STAR Rhythm Training Master Trainer (Sports Training Association of Rhythm)
  • ALTIS Short-Sprint Mechanics

Previous Experience

  • Coach at Fitsio (2022–present)
  • Head coach at a CrossFit affiliate (2017–2022)

Specialisations

  • Speed & sprint mechanics
  • Rhythm-based training
  • Explosive power & athletic development

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