Behind the Scenes With Cookie Cuts Fitness

David "Cookie" Cook is the owner of Cookie Cuts Fitness. Looking at him now, you'd never know that he grew up overweight and has struggled with depression for most of his life. He might look tough on the outside but he isn't afraid to share his story about how fitness helps him battle his mental illness. Cookie is a boxing coach, personal trainer and online nutrition coach. He has also competed in bodybuilding competitions, winning his first at 19 years old.

Cookie has a degree in nursing but decided after graduating to turn his love of helping others into a career in fitness instead. In addition to his experience as a personal trainer, he also has a black belt in Muay Thai and has participated in more than a dozen Mixed Martial Arts fights.

Take a look at Cookie's incredible before & after body transformation.

In his interview below, Cookie talks about the stigmas surrounding mental illness and discusses ways that others who struggle can incorporate fitness into their lives to combat depression and other health issues. He also shares a few easy exercises that people can do at home to get healthier- both physically and mentally.

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