About Gabriel Toro
Gabriel comes from Colombia. He received a degree in Sports in 1992 and a degree in Physical Education in 1996. He has also completed one year of a Master's Degree in Physical Education He worked as a PE teacher and soccer coach before moving to the United States in 1999.
He played college and semi-pro and was called to practice with several professional teams in Colombia.
He currently holds US Soccer Federation and National Soccer Coaches of America Licenses He has been on the Greenwich High School coaching staff since 2006. He has also coached the Greenwich Soccer Association and the OGRCC since 2005.
Gabriel is a certified Exercise Therapist and Personal Trainer, through the ISSA. He worked for 15 years at a private clinic, helping patients, athletes and clients with rehab programs and fitness routines. Now he owns TORO SPORTS FITNESS, an organization created to restore, maintain and prolong the quality of life through the correct use of exercise, in combination with other healthy habits.
Gabriel is married to Eliana and they have 2 children - Valeria and Lucas. He is also a proud grandfather to William and Emilia.
Gabe and his family live in Greenwich CT.
My Philosophy
I believe that the correct use of exercise and conditioning in combination with other healthy habits can lead to a lifetime of athletic enjoyment and improve quality of life.
Through my youth sports fitness programs, personal training, injury prevention, home therapy, early stimulation, and educational services, I emphasize conditioning the human body as a whole. In all of my instruction, I emphasize:
TECHNIQUE:
Correct form of movements and exercises.
PRACTICE:
Motion Intelligence, based on repetitions and frequent body routines.
PERFECTION:
Productive performance behavior.
I feel that a lack of awareness of body movement, such as constantly having incorrect posture, or using inappropriate movement execution, not only limits performance but increases the risk of injuries. Additionally, many of today’s health challenges, such as diabetes, obesity, and heart-related complications are the result of deficiencies and poor motion standards. I strive to help you boost your fitness with individualized training plans that help you to reach your goals, keep you motivated to exercise, and improve your mental and physical health and overall wellbeing.
