Our Team
Julian Sisman
Owner/ Head Performance Coach
Julian Sisman, a distinguished Strength and Conditioning Specialist, is certified through NSCA, has an impressive track record of over eight years in fitness and performance enhancement. Throughout his career, Julian has been dedicated to empowering individuals to harness their true strengths and unlock their potential.
Julian's profound connection to fitness and performance was forged through personal challenges. Having experienced the adversity of tearing both ACLs and managing a chronic liver disease, he understands the significance of proper nutrition, exercise, and stress management in maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.
A beacon of passion, Julian's demeanor exudes an unwavering commitment to his craft. His firm belief in the possibility of conquering personal obstacles and achieving ambitious goals resonates deeply with those who seek his expertise and guidance.
Julian extends his expertise to individuals of all abilities and ages, demonstrating a fondness for working with youth athletes. Recalling his formative years as a promising soccer player, he cherishes the opportunity to inspire hope in the younger generation.
Clients under Julian's mentorship can expect a transformative journey characterized by professionalism, expertise, and compassion. As a trusted coach, he offers a wealth of knowledge in strength and conditioning, coupled with genuine care for the well-being of his clients.
Whether you aspire to excel in athletics, reclaim your health, or embark on a path of personal growth, Julian's steadfast support will guide you toward success. Embracing the principles of empowerment and self-discovery, he unveils the boundless strength within each individual, propelling them towards remarkable achievements.
Join Julian Sisman, and together, embark on a transformative partnership that will redefine your understanding of strength, resilience, and the limitless potential that lies within you.
Aubrey
Director of Client Experience/ Personal Trainer/ Group Training Coach
Hi everyone! I’m Aubrey, a Health/Fitness Specialist and Personal Trainer. I recently graduated from University of Maryland with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. Most of my college career was spent taking nursing school prerequisites, until I quickly realized that nursing was not the career path for me. I switched my major to Kinesiology during my junior year and it has only been upwards since. I started my fitness career working for UMD Recreation & Wellness as a Weight/Fitness Staff member; engaging and motivating college students and professors. I’ve spent my time learning more about weightlifting while simultaneously continuing my love for running. Additionally, I began an internship with Aquila, Ltd at NASA. This was a virtual internship during Covid, and throughout this experience was able to learn how to teach classes and train clients hybridly.
After graduation, I became a Regional Health & Fitness Specialist with Aquila Ltd. I traveled around the DMV area to teach various group exercise classes and engage in personal training at government facilities. I hold an American Council of Exercise Certified Personal Training certification, CPR/AED certification, and am working towards becoming a Nutrition Specialist.
As a Health & Fitness Specialist, I learned a big heart and a positive attitude is already a start to changing people’s lives. I understand the feeling of “gymtimidation” and my goal as a personal trainer is to make sure all my clients experience a welcoming and positive environment. I’m excited to spend more time at PFP and to have the privilege of training you all!
Here’s to a healthy life.
Craig Prather
Performance Coach
Craig Prather is a graduate of Mitchell College with a Bachelor's degree in Sport & Fitness and a graduate of Hofstra University, where he earned a Master's degree in Sports Science. Craig is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA.
Craig's passion for fitness started when he was in high school where he took a beginners weight training class. Since graduating college and graduate school, Craig has interned at a number of colleges in the DC area and high schools in Maryland. His varied experiences in theses roles has allowed him to communicate motivate and encourage athletes to reach their fitness goals
Hello everyone my name is Joe Bromley and I’m super excited to be here at Prepare for Performance helping you all meet your health and fitness goals! I am from Silver Spring Maryland and have been involved with sports in some form or another as long as I can remember. Growing up, I mainly gravitated towards football and basketball which taught me about being a valuable member of a team, discipline and the importance of having a positive attitude. I attended St. John’s College High School where I played football for four years and rugby my senior year where I was privileged to serve as team captain. I remember the workouts coming into my freshman year being difficult because I was definitely on the smaller side compared to many other kids. However, with the guidance of the coaches, I was able to learn about the importance of perseverance. I was also introduced to formal strength and conditioning programing which opened my eyes to the idea of evidence based program design. After High School, I attended Salisbury University where I received a B.S in exercise science as well as being a member of the rugby team. As part of the rugby team, I was privileged with the opportunity to be a key contributor for my junior and senior years(the first two years were wiped out due to the pandemic). I had to overcome multiple obstacles such as dislocating my right shoulder 3 times, not having access to the resources that ncaa sports have(rugby is a club sport) and balancing schoolwork rugby and a job. I was fortunate enough to play a significant role in our teams run to the national championship my junior year where I was voted unsung hero of the team and led the team with most points scored as well as starting every game my junior and senior years. I credit this success to a consistent work ethic, positive mindset and evidence based training protocols. In terms of education, my professors throughly educated me on not just anatomy and physiology but also on practical applications to both sport performance as well as general population fitness and special population fitness(elderly, children and those with chronic disease).
In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors hiking and crabbing in the summer and hunting in the fall and of course working out. I also enjoy watching sports particularly the local professional teams and stressing over my fantasy football team.
With that being said, I’m super excited to be helping you all reach your goals. Exercise has the been the catalyst for many positive changes in my life and I hope to use exercise to affect positive changes in your lives as well!
Joe Bromley
Personal Trainer/Performance Coach
Evan O’neill
Personal Trainer/ Performance Coach
Evan O'Neill is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) under the NSCA. He has played sports all his life and began coaching when he was 18. He is currently a head coach for MVSA volleyball club and an assistant coach for the boys varsity basketball team at Northwood High School. Previously, he was the head coach for the girls, boys, and coed varsity volleyball teams at Northwood High School, and the head coach for the New Mark Commons swim team. Evan loves working with athletes of all ages, helping them to improve their performance, reach their goals, and stay healthy so they can play better, longer. He also believes everyone is an athlete, and loves helping people of all ages to improve their fitness and reach their goals.