Damien A. Joyner is a personal trainer and works at UC San Diego’s WorkStrong Program and the founder of Incremental Fitness, where he trains older adults. After earning his Juris Doctorate, he transitioned to the fitness industry in 2016, gaining experience coaching different groups  beforegroups before focusing on the active aging population.  As a Subject Matter Expert and Virtual Certification Committee Member for the American Council on Exercise, Joyner contributes to study materials, media requests and internal initiatives. He is also a published author and has been featured in multiple publications including AARP, Silver Sneakers, Eating Well, Fit & Well, and Healthline. His upcoming book, Move for Life: A Practical Guide to Building Everyday Strength, Balance and Confidence for Thriving after 65  is slated for release in September 2025.  Joyner is enthusiastic about contributing to the future of ACE certification programs as a member of the Certification Advisory Board.