FITLETE Radio Trainer Spotlight: Meet Kevin Dineen

About Kevin Dineen

Coach Kev Dineen’s journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine, followed by over 1,500 hours of clinical experience in Division I athletics. After graduating in 2005, he moved to New York City, managing one of the largest personal training departments in the country at Equinox on 63rd Street. He’s since built multiple training facilities from humble beginnings in a 150 sq. ft. room inside a nail salon to owning a 6,000 sq. ft. gym, and now leads Structure Personal Fitness. He is recognized for both his hands-on coaching style and genuine care for each client, combining deep scientific knowledge with practical leadership.

Three Memorable Quotes

“If you’re doing a budget of either time, resources, financial... I could accurately say from a financial and personal level—to always estimate a little bit higher than you think.”

“A man who chases two rabbits loses both. While that’s not always true, that hybrid training is real. I think goal setting for clients is about focusing on what’s important now rather than doing everything together.”

“Technology isn’t going to change the weight on the bar. It can change how you read it—but it’s effort, not apps, that truly transforms your fitness.”

Key Takeaways

* Relentless Evolution: Coach Kev believes in continually growing both as a coach and as a person. He’s built his business from scratch multiple times, always learning from each stage and “underestimating” the resources required—but never the effort.

* Real-World Experience First: “In-person experiences are gold.” Coach Kev values real training hours over just certifications, and encourages young trainers to learn in the trenches, observing and listening as much as possible.

* Empathy-Driven Coaching: He’s a storyteller with a coaching style rooted in empathy, often using analogies (like his “man in a hole” story) to connect with clients facing unique challenges—making them feel seen and understood.

* Fighting Fitness Myths: Kevin takes a “meet them where they are” approach, debunking fitness fads and guiding clients with respect for personal nuance, not just “the science”.

* Smart, Simple Tech: While Coach Kev appreciates effective technology for tracking progress or automating business tasks (like Google Sheets and InBody scans), he believes tech is a tool—not the driver—of fitness results.

Socials & How to Connect

* Instagram: @coachkevdineen for daily coaching wisdom, honest takes, and a look inside his training philosophy.

* Structure Personal Fitness: CEO and head coach—reach out for training, workshops, or speaking events.

* LinkedIn: Connect professionally at Kevin Dineen’s LinkedIn.

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