Malcolm Strapp is a strength and conditioning professional, entrepreneur, and human performance specialist with a background spanning military fitness, collegiate athletics, sports performance, and private-sector coaching. His approach to training is grounded in exercise science, structured programming, technical instruction, and the belief that purposeful movement creates lasting development.

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Malcolm holds a Master of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sports Pedagogy and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

His academic foundation, combined with professional certifications through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), USA Weightlifting, and EXOS, informs his approach to developing strength, improving movement quality, and enhancing physical performance.

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Throughout his career, Malcolm has worked across several performance environments, including collegiate athletics, sports performance facilities, military fitness, and commercial fitness. His experience includes working with collegiate football programs at the University of Miami and the University of Texas at San Antonio, as well as coaching athletes and clients through performance assessments, strength programming, conditioning, and individualized training.

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During his tenure as a Strength and Conditioning Coach with the United States Army at Fort Bliss, Malcolm supported military physical readiness initiatives by coordinating physical readiness training, mentoring Master Fitness Trainers and Tactical Strength and Conditioning personnel, and advising unit leadership on training implementation, mission readiness, and injury prevention. This experience strengthened his understanding of performance standards, leadership, accountability, and the application of structured physical training in demanding environments.

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His professional experience also includes serving as a Sports/Fitness Specialist with the United States Army, a Sports Performance Specialist with Fast Twitch Sports Performance, and a Head Trainer at LA Fitness. These roles expanded his experience in coaching, client development, fitness instruction, program delivery, and helping individuals with different training backgrounds work toward their goals.

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As the Founder and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of I Am / I Can Strength & Conditioning, Malcolm has taken his professional experience and coaching philosophy into entrepreneurship. He leads the development of a training environment focused on strength, conditioning, flexibility, proper exercise technique, and sustainable physical development. His business responsibilities extend beyond coaching to include programming, staff development, operations, member experience, and community engagement.

His vision is to expand access to quality coaching while providing fitness professionals with tools to develop their businesses and reach more people.

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Malcolm believes effective coaching is about more than prescribing exercises. It is about understanding the individual, teaching proper movement, establishing consistency, and creating an environment where people are challenged to develop beyond their perceived limitations.

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Whether working with athletes, fitness enthusiasts, or individuals beginning their training journey, his mission remains the same: to develop stronger, more capable individuals through education, intentional programming, and purposeful coaching.

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BUILD WITH PURPOSE.

Coach Zydarius Boykin brings a strong foundation in collegiate athletics, strength and conditioning, and human performance to I Am / I Can Strength & Conditioning. With a Master of Education in Coaching, Sport, Recreation, and Fitness Administration from Angelo State University and a bachelor's degree in Health and Human Performance from Albany State University, he combines academic knowledge with hands-on coaching experience to help individuals of all ages and fitness levels develop strength, improve physical performance, and build confidence.

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His professional experience includes collegiate strength and conditioning at Angelo State University and Albany State University, where he worked with multiple athletic programs, including football, women's soccer, volleyball, women's tennis, and women's golf. These experiences helped develop his understanding of sport-specific programming, progressive overload, athletic development, and structured training methodologies.

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As a former collegiate football player at Albany State University, Zydarius understands training from both the athlete's and coach's perspectives. His transition from competing on the field to coaching in the weight room has shaped his approach to developing others through discipline, consistency, accountability, and purposeful movement.

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His coaching style combines technical instruction, motivation, and structure. Whether working with individuals focused on general fitness or athletes looking to improve their performance, he emphasizes proper exercise technique, intentional programming, and progressive strength development.

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Zydarius holds certifications through USA Weightlifting (Level 1), NASM, ISSA Personal Training, and American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED. He is also pursuing his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification.

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At I Am / I Can Strength & Conditioning, Coach Zydarius is committed to helping individuals of all ages recognize their potential, become stronger, and develop the physical foundation needed to perform at their best.

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His philosophy: Train with intention. Develop with discipline. Perform with purpose.

Toraya Hughes holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Kinesiology, specializing in Sport and Exercise Science, from Georgia Southern University.

She has experience in strength and conditioning, exercise programming, group fitness instruction, and individualized training.

As a Strength and Conditioning Intern with Georgia Southern Football, she supported athlete training sessions, tracked body-weight data, and observed performance to support coaching and program development.

Her background also includes teaching weight training, leading group workouts, conducting fitness assessments, and developing exercise programs based on individual needs and health histories.

She also completed a cardiac rehabilitation internship, assisting with patient assessments and individualized care planning under clinical supervision.

Toraya is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine and has a strong foundation in strength training, body composition analysis, and exercise science.

Dr. Megan Francisco Harris is a board-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedic and spine rehabilitation, with a focus on back, shoulder, and neck conditions. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch after graduating from Langston University and completed an Orthopedic Residency at Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Medicine Institute in Houston, where she advanced her clinical expertise, contributed to national research, and refined her manual therapy and diagnostic skills across all ages and activity levels. Dr. Harris is also certified in Dry Needling through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. Passionate about education and empowerment, she helps clients take control of their pain, restore movement, and build a sustainable, active lifestyle through a total-body approach to rehabilitation and fitness.

Aldair brings over 10 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, with a background in exercise physiology and two years as a Registered Dietitian. His passion is helping people overcome everyday obstacles work, family, or uncertainty that stand in the way of better health. Aldair focuses on removing fear, simplifying the process, and guiding clients toward sustainable habits that support a stronger, healthier life.