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Antonio Somma Jr

Antonio Somma Jr

All-American Fitness

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Antonio's work combines: Sports, Entrepreneurship, and Teaching / Mentoring

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Day In The Life

Athletic Trainer

I am a strength and conditioning trainer.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    Cranford High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Criminal Justice

    Kean University

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Athletic Trainer:

Bachelor's Degree: Exercise Science

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Life & Career Milestones

My path in life took a while to figure out

  • 1.

    I got certified to be an athletic trainer and opened a gym.

Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Peers:

    You'll never be good enough to play lacrosse in college.

  • How I responded:

    I switched to play lacrosse in high school and everyone thought it was a stupid decision. I worked really hard in the weight room and practiced for the sport. I listened to the supporters and learned to love the process. I ended up playing D3 lacrosse.

Experiences and challenges that shaped me

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  • Being first generation, I learned work ethic from my parents. There's opportunity everywhere. But not only do you have to look for it, you have to work for it.