Thurmond is a Chapel-Hill-based health coach and personal trainer who is committed to promoting health education within his community.
Thurmond graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science and began his career as a fitness professional for UNC Campus Rec, training students and faculty. Since then, he has started his own health coaching company that helps people nationwide commit to life-long exercise. Before his ventures as a fitness professional, Thurmond worked in and managed several local restaurants and remains involved in the industry promoting food access for all.ย