When a medical professor and pathologist says strength training changed his life — you listen.

Meet Jose Gomez, a university professor and physician who turned to training after a difficult period in his life. What started as a personal reset became a decade-long journey of strength, resilience, and community.

Jose joined The Rep Room three years ago after following his coach Matt — and immediately noticed something different. This wasn’t just a gym. It felt like a family. Now in his 50s, Jose moves better than he did in his 30s. No more back pain, no stiffness — just energy, strength, and balance that carry into every part of his life. As a doctor, he sees firsthand what happens when people don’t prioritize movement. As a member, he’s proof of what happens when they do. In this video, Jose shares: • How he rebuilt his health after personal loss • Why consistency and accountability matter more than motivation • What makes The Rep Room’s community so unique • How strength training supports long-term health, bone density, and brain function • His message to anyone afraid to start “Everything worthwhile in life is worth giving it a shot. You just have to jump in and swim — there’s no reason to be afraid here.”