Qualifications: Chris Powell is an American personal trainer, reality show personality, talk show host, and author. Powell is best known for his appearances on the ABC television series Extreme Weight Loss, formerly known as Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition.

Personal History: Chris Powell is the trainer and transformation specialist on ABC’s  highly rated “Extreme Weight Loss” (formerly known as “Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition,” which returned for a third season on May 28, 2013.  In the adocumentary-style series, Chris travels the country and uses his innovative techniques, education and expertise to guide extremely overweight individuals as they shed hundreds of pounds over the course of a year. He is currently finalizing casting of participants for Season 4.

Chris holds a degree in Exercise Science, with concentrations in biomechanics and physiology and the training accreditation: The Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).  Chris exploded onto the fitness scene with his unorthodox approach, becoming a pioneer for a new hybrid of fitness professionals.

He is a regular contributor to “Good Morning America” and “The Doctor Oz Show,” and has been the Transformation Pro on KTVK’s “Good Morning Arizona” for the last ten years – delivering tips, shortcuts, and tricks of the trade to the largest news viewing audience in Arizona.