About Pinnacle Fitness Center in Decatur, GA

We Built our Personal Training Around You

Pinnacle Fitness Center is our dream, built with you in mind. Our coaches are highly skilled professionals with top-tier communication skills and elite programming. Each coach brings a unique energy and skillset, but they all create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced athletes alike.

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ABOUT Pinnacle Fitness Center

This is Our Team

We are a group of committed full-time professional coaches, here to help you take your fitness and health to the next level. Through intelligent programming, encouraging instruction, and real-talk accountability, our coaches guide you from where you are to where you want to go.

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Founder’s Story

Dave Nash owner of Pinnacle Fitness Center
Dave “The Nutritionist” Nash
Owner, Fitness and Nutrition Director
Founder Circa 2008

Certifications

Degree Health & Physical Education
Certified Sports Nutritionist
Certified Functional Nutritionist
Certified Stretch Specialist

David Nash, AKA Dave “The Nutritionist,” began his fitness career as a PT leader in the U.S. Army Reserves in 2000 and became a certified personal trainer in 2001. He later earned a degree in Health & Physical Education from Kennesaw State University. In March 2008, Dave opened Pinnacle Fitness Center, bringing his vision of a holistic fitness studio to life. He holds multiple certifications in fitness, stretch therapy, and nutrition, has competed in natural bodybuilding, and in 2012 developed the Pinnacle Nutrition System™, an easy-to-follow program that has helped thousands improve their health and body composition. Today, Dave oversees Pinnacle Fitness Center, speaks on health-related topics, and remains passionate about improving community health.

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Our Coaches

Andrea Martin-Ruiz coach at Pinnacle Fitness Center

Andrea Martin-Ruiz

Lead Sports Nutritionist & Fitness Coach

Certifications

Nutrition and Dietetics Degree
Stretch Specialist
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
Nutrition Coach
Originally from Granada, Spain, Andrea Martin-Ruiz brings passion and expertise to Pinnacle Fitness. With a Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Dietetics and a Master’s in Sports Health Science, she specializes in personal training, stretch therapy, and sports nutrition, helping clients achieve their peak performance. A former D1 basketball player, Andrea focuses...

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Exercise Science Degree
Nutrition Coach
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
Stretch Specialist
Hailing from Conyers, Georgia, Darryl Jefferson brings passion and energy to Pinnacle Fitness. With a degree in Health & Fitness from Clayton State University and expertise in personal training, stretch therapy, and sports performance, he blends mobility training with high-intensity workouts for a unique and effective training style. A former...
Darryl Jefferson coach at Pinnacle Fitness Center

Darryl Jefferson

Strength & Sports Performance Coach
Radiance Dennard coach at Pinnacle Fitness Center

Radiance Dennard

Nutrition Coach and Stretch Coach

Certifications

Exercise Science Degree
Stretch Specialist
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Nutrition Coach
Born and raised in Atlanta, Radiance Dennard brings passion and expertise to Pinnacle Fitness. With a degree in Exercise Science from Georgia State and Kennesaw State, plus certification as a personal trainer, she specializes in sustainable fat loss, injury rehab, strength training and pilates. A former tennis player, Radiance first...

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Personal Trainer
Stretch Specialist
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
Darrin Burrell, from Alexandria, VA, specializes in injury prevention and strength training for pain-free movement and peak performance. As a Greensboro College graduate with Personal Training and Pain-Free Performance certifications, he tailors workouts to individual needs. His holistic approach ensures balanced and lasting results. Beyond training, Darrin is a passionate...
Darrin Burrel coach at Pinnacle Fitness Center

Darrin Burrel

Evening Trainer
Sari Lazarnick coach at Pinnacle Fitness Center

Sari Lazarnick

Substitute Instructor

Certifications

Certified Personal Trainer
Stretch Specialist
Nutrition Coach
A true Georgia peach, Sari Lazarnick earned her telecommunications degree from the University of Georgia-Go Dawgs! With certifications in personal training, corrective exercise, lifestyle nutrition, and stretching, she takes a deeply personal approach, building lasting connections with clients to ensure their success. Originally a Pinnacle Fitness client, Sari experienced firsthand...
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Pinnacle Fitness Center Training Floor
Pinnacle Fitness Center Rogue Bikes
Pinnacle Fitness Center Training Floor

Clean and Well-Maintained
Equipment is the Standard

At Pinnacle Fitness Center, our boutique facility features two clean, spacious studios, Flexline Cable Systems, Rogue AirBikes, and a dedicated leg extension/curl area. With kettlebells, medicine balls, dumbbells, and benches, we deliver tailored functional training to help you get leaner, stronger, and happier.

Our training areas are outfitted with trusted gear like Rogue Echo Bikes, leg extension machines, and the Flexline Cable System to support all levels of training.

You’ll find foam rollers, resistance bands, massage tools, and stretch tables to help you recover faster and stay injury-free.

From kettlebells, dumbbells, medicine balls, ab rollers, and battle ropes, you’ll have everything you need to challenge yourself and keep training interesting.

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A Facility Designed for
Performance & Community.

The Pinnacle Nutrition System is a fully customized approach that makes eating enjoyable while keeping you on track. With simple, effective guidance to balance macros and support your lifestyle, you’ll build a leaner, stronger body. Combine it with our training programs for a powerful, results-driven transformation.

Stretch Therapy – Our stretch therapy program restores movement, eases tension, improves posture, and allows your body to move and feel better.

Body Contouring – Experience the freedom of unrestricted movement through guided sessions that break up fascia, reduce cellulite, and leave you feeling amazing.

Customized Nutrition – A personalized approach to eating that balances your macros, supports your lifestyle, and guides you toward a leaner, stronger, more energized body.

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Fitness coach leading an educational wellness and training workshop at Pinnacle Fitness Center
Open functional training area with workout equipment inside Pinnacle Fitness Center
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That’s Us.
Let’s Learn About You!

We’ve had a blast telling you a bit about ourselves. But this isn’t about us, it’s about you. Your journey, your goals, your results. So let’s get to know each other, set some life-changing but attainable goals, and welcome you to our supportive community.

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