Coach Chris Jackson

Mindset Coach Specializing in Weight-loss, Credentialed by the International Coaching Federation, 14 Year Health & Wellness Professional, Former 10-year Professional Athlete.


In 2010, I retired from an incredible ten-year career playing professional football in Germany. At 33, I was eager to return to the States, but the hustle and bustle of New York were a stark contrast to my life abroad. In 2011, I entered the corporate world, but my path quickly took an entrepreneurial turn. I wanted to channel my passion for helping people and making a lasting impact on their lives.


I began my journey in the boutique fitness industry as the head trainer for a studio inspired by "The Biggest Loser." It was there that I witnessed firsthand the struggles people faced with weight loss and maintenance. The high stress and competition of the tri-state area weighed heavily on my clients. I soon realized that fitness alone wasn't enough—the real breakthrough came from addressing their mindset. In 2016, I became a certified professional coach, specializing in mindset and motivation. This certification revolutionized my approach and significantly improved the results my clients achieved.


From 2011 to 2020, I earned the reputation of being the "Personal Trainer for your mind," dedicating thousands of hours to helping clients overcome mental blocks and achieve a state of health they loved. When COVID-19 hit, and gyms closed, people began reevaluating their lives. I founded Kinetic Life Coaching, my first online lifestyle company, which focused on a holistic approach for high-achievers in demanding roles.


As we emerged from the pandemic, I saw a growing desire among my clients to shed the extra weight they had gained. They wanted to feel lighter, stronger, and more confident. Inspired by their goals, I rebranded from Kinetic Life Coaching to LEAN FOREVER, with a laser focus on helping high-performers lose the first 20 lbs, forever.


With my background as a pro athlete, fitness enthusiast, and experienced mindset coach, I’m excited to guide clients on this transformative journey. My coaching is designed to be the last program you need to achieve lasting vitality and well-being. Together, we’ll turn weight loss from a daunting task into a positive relationship with your body, helping you become lean forever.