About Us
Coach Mark Acosta
Coach Chad Seltzer
Coach Chad Seltzer
Mark Acosta is a health & fitness professional with 10 years in the industry. Dedicated to the art of coaching, and unwavering in the pursuit of helping people unlock their true potential.
Having learned from some of the nations leading coaches and sports performance training facilities in the industry, Coach Mark specializes in strength &
Mark Acosta is a health & fitness professional with 10 years in the industry. Dedicated to the art of coaching, and unwavering in the pursuit of helping people unlock their true potential.
Having learned from some of the nations leading coaches and sports performance training facilities in the industry, Coach Mark specializes in strength & conditioning, team dynamics, and delivering personalized coaching for mental and psychological skills relating to peak performance & stress management.
Coach Mark’s experience ranges from coaching groups of toddlers, to working with the Chinese Olympic Ski team, and private NHL, MLB, & other professional athletes. Notwithstanding, Mark has a passion for coaching any athlete at any level, provided they have the work ethic necessary and willingness to learn.
Success leaves clues, and to those willing & able to follow them, Coach Mark will relentlessly pursue excellence alongside them.
"Move or Die."
BS Physical Education from
Biola University
NASM CPT
USAW Level 1
EKI Kettlebell Level 1
ProAct & CPI Training
Coach Chad Seltzer
Coach Chad Seltzer
Coach Chad Seltzer
Chad Seltzer is the owner of Top My Workout, a Weightlifting and Powerlifting gym, in Los Alamitos, CA. He has competed and coached Olympic Weightlifting for 6 and 4 years respectively and loves the extremely technical aspects of the lifts as well as the additional strength components that go into an athlete’s success in the sport. As a p
Chad Seltzer is the owner of Top My Workout, a Weightlifting and Powerlifting gym, in Los Alamitos, CA. He has competed and coached Olympic Weightlifting for 6 and 4 years respectively and loves the extremely technical aspects of the lifts as well as the additional strength components that go into an athlete’s success in the sport. As a personal trainer and coach for 16 years, his main focus is on body mechanics, proper technique, and sound program design. Chad has participated in a variety of sports but none have caught his eye as much as Weightlifting and the amazing community that surrounds the sport.
BS Pre Med from Northeastern University
MS Applied Nutrition from Northeastern University
USA Weightlifting Level 2
Precision Nutrition Level 1
Rock Tape Cupping Therapy Practitioner
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
NASM Passive Neuromuscular Facilitation
TRX Trainer
Coach Tommy Staup
Coach Chad Seltzer
Coach Tommy Staup
Tommy Staup is a powerlifting and weightlifting coach at Top My Workout. He has been involved with strength & conditioning for over 7 years while coaching for just as long. With an extensive background in collegiate strength & conditioning specifically, he has had the opportunity to work with some elite athletes at both the Division I and
Tommy Staup is a powerlifting and weightlifting coach at Top My Workout. He has been involved with strength & conditioning for over 7 years while coaching for just as long. With an extensive background in collegiate strength & conditioning specifically, he has had the opportunity to work with some elite athletes at both the Division I and III levels across multiple sports. His passion for powerlifting has always been in existence and, as the powerlifting coach, has the desire to see all of his athletes exceed their own vision and goals. His education focuses on strength & conditioning along with corrective movement aspects which are all brought together in his coaching philosophy which provide an evidence-based approach to everything he does.
"Lift More, Suck Less."
BS Kinesiology focus in Strength and Conditioning from Cal State Fullerton
MS Kinesiology concentration in Sports Conditioning and Corrective Movement / Orthopedic Rehab from AT Still University
USA Powerlifting Club Coach
USA Weightlifting Level 1
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups and levels of lifters do you train?
We have lifters of all ages and abilities! Some of the best weightlifters and powerlifters of all time started when they were under 10 years old. Whether you are a beginner or have lifted for years, we have a place for you on our team.
Do you only take competitive athletes?
We have a lot of competitive athletes in our community but we do not require our athletes to compete in weightlifting or powerlifting.
What if I can't come and train in person?
Although most of our athletes come and train in person 2-6x per week, we have a lot of options for our lifters. For those coming in person, we offer additional training days outside of Top My Workout training times via the TrainHeroic app where they can train at any other gym. For athletes who aren't in the immediate area and want to join our team, we have remote coaching options also through the TrainHeroic app.
I've never done any type of weightlifting or powerlifting. Where should I start?
We have a 3-session starter kit for both weightlifting and powerlifting. This 1-on-1 introductory package will take you through weightlifting movements (snatch, clean, jerk) or powerlifting movements (squat, bench press, deadlift) to ensure you have a base of understanding before joining the rest of the team on a structured program.
How does scheduling work? Duration and frequency of training sessions?
We have our athletes schedule through the MindBody app from one week out up to 30 minutes before the start of a training time slot. Each training session is 1.5 hours long and athletes can train based on a 2-6x per week frequency in person. If an athlete trains 3x per week (for example) but wants to train additional sessions outside of Top My Workout, we will program the additional days at no extra cost.
Do athletes need to eat a certain way to train with you?
Since weightlifting and powerlifting are weight-class based strength sports, we have the option of adding nutrition coaching services to your training. Nutrition education is important but we do not require our athletes to eat any particular way.
What is your ratio of male to female lifters?
We currently have about a 60:40 ratio of male to female lifters.
How big is your facility and what type of music do you play?
Our Los Alamitos location is 1,650 square feet with 3 platforms, 3 squat racks, and all the plates, bars, dumbbells, and kettlebells you need to humble your competition. Our music taste varies. We play a lot of rock and hip hop but are open to other genres or complete silence for increased training focus.
How is training structured? Do you offer groups or 1-on-1?
We offer both! Our barbell club is a maximum 6:1 ration of athletes to a coach with a mix of weightlifters and powerlifters from session to session. For more 1-on-1 attention, we also have 1:1 and 2:1 coaching options available.