I help ambitious professionals 40+ get strong, energized, and calm through holistic fitness → functional strength & mobility, the med method, and somatic stress release

I used to be a high-performer stuck in a low-performance body.

→ Back stiff.
→ Mind foggy.
→ Chest tight.

My friends would say, I was “fine.”
In practice, I was fraying.

That was me at 35.

One morning, I caught myself in the mirror. 
Slouched, hollow-eyed, barely breathing deep without discomfort.

I had success. I had money.
But I didn’t have myself.

That slow burnout nearly took it all.

So I made a choice: not just to heal my body, but to upgrade it.

For 8+ years, I immersed myself in:

→ Functional strength
→ Mindful mobility
→ Breathwork, somatics, nervous system regulation

Slowly, I rebuilt my energy, my resilience, and my presence.

Now, at 44, I feel sharper, calmer, and stronger than I did in my 20s.

And that’s what I help my clients unlock, too.

Here's an example…


A client, James, is a consultant constantly on the road.

Dinners with clients. Long flights. Stress stacking up. He thought fitness meant “go hard or go home,” but that approach left him drained.

We built him a plan using our LUC Framework for functional strength, Mediterranean-inspired nutrition swaps he could make anywhere in the world, and nervous system resets he could do in 10 minutes between calls.

Now he bikes and hikes with his kids on the weekends (something he thought was behind him).

Over the past decade I found…


Most people don’t need more discipline.

They need a system that integrates fitness, food, and stress regulation into their daily life.

That’s what I do. Together with Ketty.

We help ambitious, driven people build body-first holistic fitness & health so they can keep showing up strong, sharp, and steady → at work, at home, and in life.

Less stress.
More energy.
Deeper presence.
Sharper performance.


How we can work together:

1) 1:1 Coaching → personalized holistic fitness integration
2) Online Course → remove restrictions + get pain-free
3) Executive & Team Coaching → holistic fitness for performance-driven teams

If you think this is “wellness,” it’s not.
This is about building the body you need for the life you want.

A regulated nervous system.
Energy that lasts the whole day.
A body that feels free, strong, and reliable.

That’s your unfair advantage → in business, leadership, and life.


Curious where to start?

I recommend starting with our 5-Day Holistic Fitness Email Course (scroll to top).
Alternatively, send me a DM with “STRONG” and let's see how I can help.

Or explore: https://theenergylab.co

Let’s build your strongest, clearest, and most resilient self… from the body up.

— Markus

Markus Kneissl

The secret to staying fit & healthy

Most people struggle with consistency.

For me? 

It's always been the easy part.

I trained:

☑︎ 5 days a week as a consultant living out of hotels.
☑︎ while backpacking the globe for 365 days.
☑︎ while building a business across 8 countries over 4 years.

Why?

Because I never needed a gym.

The thing is: 

If you need a gym to train, you're never truly free.

You become dependent on machines and weights. 
You waste time commuting. 
And when you travel, you're at the mercy of whatever equipment is available.

But your body is the only gym you need.

Strength isn't about equipment.
It's about progressive resistance.

Your body adapts to imposed demand:

1) Start with 10 push-ups against a wall. 
2) Progress to a table. 
3) Then a bench. 
4) Then the floor.

The body doesn't care where resistance comes from.

So make it frictionless.

The easier the entry, the faster you progress. 
Sure, you could start with floor push-ups. 
But if you can only do 1, you'll get discouraged.

That's why we build on easy wins.

That's the whole secret.

If you're an executive, entrepreneur, or business owner with a packed schedule, you need simple and easy.

So let me ask you:

What's creating the heaviest friction when you think of exercise?

Move your body. Simplify exercise. Thrive in life.

— Markus

SPARC Athletics

• Design and lead both group and one-on-one tumbling classes, focused on helping athletes build, refine, and master fundamental to advanced tumbling skills. 
• Program and direct skill-specific clinics. 
• Create a safe, supportive, and motivating environment that promotes both physical and mental growth. 
• Encourage a culture of teamwork, resilience, and positive habits, on and off the mat.

Tumbling Coach

Lazarus Naturals

•	Supported and executed product strategy, development processes, and launch coordination, ensuring timely market introduction and fostering seamless cross-functional collaboration.
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•	Spearheaded a full portfolio packaging rebrand project and supported multiple product launches, including the company’s top-performing product to date, achieving $500K in revenue within the first 12 weeks.
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Bridgewell Agribusiness LLC

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Global Sourcing Buyer

Delaware North

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Project Management Analyst, True North

New Era Cap

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Master Data Coordinator

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Product Data Coordinator

Sonitrol of WNY

• Maintained and managed customer accounts, ensuring 100% accuracy in client records and addressing inquiries to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Provided high-level administrative support to the President, Vice President, Director of HR, and Sales team, managing confidential documents, including contracts, proposals, capital improvement certificates, and invoices.
• Assisted in the preparation and organization for the annual audit, contributing to on-time completion and compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Processed daily payments, reconciling transactions with accuracy and adhering to strict deadlines.
• Tracked technician labor hours across multiple offices to support accurate job costing.
• Collaborated with Accounting and Human Resources on daily operational tasks, such as payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Conducted account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Managed incoming and outgoing mail, streamlining correspondence processes to improve office efficiency.
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Administrative Assistant

Mezza Restaurant and Lounge

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Server

Associate Product Manager | Certified Nutrition Coach

Curious by nature and driven by purpose, I thrive at the intersection of consumer behavior, market trends, and brand storytelling. With a diverse background spanning product management, global sourcing, project analysis, and data coordination, I bring a holistic and strategic approach to every product lifecycle, from ideation to shelf.

I’ve built my career on cross-functional collaboration, strong communication, and data-backed decision-making paired with a passion for health and wellness. 
Whether it’s facilitating marketing and product launch initiatives, supporting brand and packaging refreshes, or developing product stories that resonate, I bring an athlete’s focus and a coach’s mindset to every project.

Outside of work, I’m a Precision Nutrition-certified coach and lifelong athlete, with competitive experience in gymnastics, diving, CrossFit, and weightlifting. I’m always exploring new hobbies, hiking new trails, and absolutely petting every dog I meet!

Open to US remote, hybrid, and on-site opportunities in CPG, wellness, or fitness-forward spaces in the Portland, OR area. 

Let’s connect if you're looking for someone who can combine strategy, storytelling, and execution to bring purpose-driven products to life.


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