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Meet Mark Jenkins

Mark Jenkins

Mark Jenkins is a globally recognized transformation coach, U.S. Navy veteran, motivational speaker, and founder of The Mark Jenkins Method (MJM) – a powerful fitness philosophy that blends science, mindfulness, and mobility to achieve sustainable transformation. Raised in Brooklyn, Mark came from humble beginnings. He transformed himself from a kid with a 45-inch waist and low self-esteem into a man who could stand tall, meet people’s eyes, and inspire change through discipline and resilience. His story makes him deeply relatable — and proof that self-reinvention is possible at any stage of life. Mark believes in being a participant, not a passenger in life — actively shaping his body, mind, and impact every day. He lives this through the integration of the 8 Pillars of Wellness into every program he teaches: Physical • Emotional • Spiritual • Social • Intellectual • Occupational • Environmental • Financial These pillars form the core of Mark’s personal practice and the foundation of his client work — a complete blueprint for sustainable wellness. The MJM is based on the principle of recruiting more muscle fibers through strategic stretching before contraction, allowing for maximum output with minimal wear. With MJM, it’s not about how much training you do, but how well you recover. The system blends calisthenics, mobility, strength, and metabolic conditioning to create real, lasting change. Now 55 years old, Mark is living proof of his method. He has worked with elite performers including Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Marina Abramovi, Shepard Fairey, Tyler Perry, Missy Elliott, LL Cool J, and Bass van der Veldt. He made headlines transforming D’Angelo for the “Untitled” video and continues to innovate in fitness across continents. Mark is also the founder of Universal Wellness and host of the “Anabolic Mind Show” podcast (1M+ downloads). His bestselling book Jump Off: 60 Days to a Hip-Hop Hard Body, with a foreword by Mary J. Blige, is a definitive guide to urban-inspired training and lifestyle transformation. He has been featured on MTV, CNN, Oprah, VH1, and Good Morning America, and is in high demand as a keynote speaker for wellness, motivation, and corporate performance. He currently operates between the U.S. and the Netherlands, leading live and virtual masterclasses, corporate wellness initiatives, and championing his Fit Over 50 movement.