Joe Willis is the founder of Comprehensive Fitness Coaching and a retired US Army Military Police First Sergeant, specializing in leader development and resilience training. With over two decades of military experience, Joe transitioned into workforce development and has since dedicated his career to empowering leaders in diverse industries. His unique approach integrates the “fit for function, ready for life” philosophy, guiding clients to achieve balanced, fulfilling lives both at work and home.

In addition to his work with Comprehensive Fitness Coaching, Joe serves as the Deputy Executive Director for the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) and is the Deputy Program Manager for Workforce Development with the US Navy. As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and certified Leadership Challenge Facilitator, Joe combines his expertise in wellness, performance consulting, and instructional design to foster comprehensive fitness across all life domains.

Committed to continuous growth and self-improvement, Joe’s mission is to inspire others to relentlessly pursue a better self. 

My Philosophy:

Be fit for function, and ready for life. 

My Personal Mission:

“I will relentlessly pursue a better self and inspire others to do the same.” This guiding principle shapes my mission at Comprehensive Fitness.

Education

• Bachelors in Business Administration (2016)
• Masters in Education; Specialized in Corporate Wellness (expected graduation January 2025)

Credentials

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
• NASM Certified Wellness Coach (CWC)
• The Leadership Challenge Facilitator and LPI Coach
• KATA Coach
• Master Ethics Trainers (Ethical Reasoning)
• Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute Graduate
• #RANGEofResilience Master Trainer

Professional Experience

With a background in Learning & Development, workforce development, and military service focused on leadership and resilience, I bring a unique perspective to Comprehensive Fitness. My career has equipped me with skills in performance consulting, organizational development, and instructional design, allowing me to inspire small business owners and frontline supervisors to become ‘fit for function, ready for life.’ I’m committed to helping others pursue continuous improvement in all areas of their lives. A more detailed listing of my professional experiences is publicly available on LinkedIn.