A Personal Note from Me - Coach John Forshtay

This practice isn’t just something I teach—it’s how I live.

After decades of wear and tear from youth sports, college athletics, and a 20-year career as a U.S. Marine with multiple combat tours, my body was strong but depleted. My mind was resilient, yet strained. My nervous system was functioning, but out of balance. I knew I needed a reset.

Through science-backed practices, intentional movement, and a renewed commitment to whole-body health, I rebuilt my foundation around three simple, powerful principles: move regularly, eat well, and sleep deeply.

That approach transformed my life. Today, I share that same path with others—helping them restore strength, balance, and long-term vitality.

Sol Vida Fitness exists to help you return to your natural state of vitality. Rooted in a HALO—Health, Active Lifestyle, and Outdoors—approach, the warmth of the sun, the energy of the outdoors, and purposeful movement come together to strengthen your body, restore balance, and elevate your well-being.

Whether you’re seeking group fitness instruction, a personalized strength and conditioning session, or restorative assisted stretching to restore mobility, I’ll meet you exactly where you are, match your functional state, and guide you toward feeling and performing at your best, in every part of your life.

This is movement as medicine.
This is health and fitness, redefined.
This is Sol Vida.

Move with Nature. Thrive in Life.