
Anthony O'Reilly, CPT, CNC
Anthony O'Reilly, CPT, CNCAnthony O’Reilly was an award-winning journalist when he fell in love with weightlifting and nutrition, which led to a new career as a fitness writer for publications such as Muscle & Fitness and BarBend.com before joining Garage Gym Reviews. The Queens, NY native is now a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach. He now lives in Charlotte, NC, and spends most of his free time hiking the Blue Ridge mountains or trying to find a bagel that reminds him of home.
Get to Know Anthony O'Reilly, CPT, CNC
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Certified Nutrition Coach, National Academy of Sports Medicine
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An Olympian’s Guide to Equipment for Olympic Weightlifting (2025)
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Kabuki EDU Review (2025): I Tried Chris Duffin’s Online Training Program for a Month—Was it Worth It?
Imagine a school where you can major in powerlifting, and the dean is “Mad Scientist” Chris Duffin, one of the few people who can deadlift 1,000-plus pounds for reps. The good news is you don’t have to use your imagination because it’s real. While you might not receive a degree, you will learn some valuable tips and tricks that can be used in the weight room or as a fitness instructor. We asked certified personal trainer (CPT) and GGR Performance Editor Anthony O’Reilly to write our Kabuki EDU review based on his month-long experience with the online training program. » Read more about: Kabuki EDU Review (2025): I Tried Chris Duffin’s Online Training Program for a Month—Was it Worth It? »