Meet Kevin Oldaker — RTC Fitness July Member of the Month

Some people walk into a gym and blend into the background. Kevin Oldaker is not that guy. From almost day one, Kevin made himself part of this community in the best possible way — jumping in with new members, partnering up with anyone who needed it, and giving everything he has every single time he shows up. That kind of energy is contagious, and it makes RTC better. Kevin, you’ve earned this. 💙

From a Hiking Goal to a Gym Home

Kevin Oldaker has been a member of RTC for just over a year — and he came in with a mission.

A former CrossFit athlete with about five years at MTM CrossFit, Kevin had taken a break from the gym before deciding to come back with a specific goal in mind: training to hike Half Dome in Yosemite National Park. He needed structure, coaching, and a community to hold him accountable. He found all three at RTC.

What started as training for a bucket-list hike quickly became something bigger.

A Year That Speaks for Itself

Kevin’s first year at RTC produced results that are hard to argue with — 25 pounds lost, several personal records, and his first-ever unassisted bar muscle-up.

But ask him what made the difference, and he doesn’t just point to the programming.

“The group classes help keep me motivated and accountable, while also pushing me to work harder than I would on my own,” he says. “The coaches consistently provide helpful feedback and encouragement.”

That combination — great coaching and a community that shows up — is what group fitness in North Canton, Ohio looks like at RTC. And for Kevin, it’s what made staying consistent feel less like discipline and more like something he genuinely looks forward to.

“The community events are always a lot of fun, and I’ve gotten to know a lot of great people over the past year!”

Get to Know Kevin

Kevin has spent the last 20 years at FedEx, where he currently works as a Product Manager helping develop a transportation management system. Outside of work, he has a four-year-old black Labradoodle named Zoey who loves long walks and chasing her squeaker ball. In May, his brother and husband welcomed a baby girl named Penelope — Kevin is happy to help with feedings, but has drawn a firm line at diaper changes.

Kevin’s Fun Facts

• Favorite exercise: Rope climbs.
• Least favorite exercise: Farmer’s carry.
• Favorite food: Gummy candy.
• Favorite movie: Jurassic Park — the original, obviously.
• Favorite book: The Last Season by Eric Blehm.
• Best vacation spot: Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
• People would be surprised to know: He used to ride motorcycles — three Harleys, to be exact.
• Something that always makes him smile: Interacting with dogs.
• If he won the lotto: Travel constantly to new places to hike and snowboard.
• Superpower he’d want: The ability to fly.
• Favorite summer activity: Hiking.
• A goal he’s working on: Finishing a kitchen remodel before winter.

What a Year Can Do

Kevin came in with one goal and left year one with a completely different relationship with fitness. Lighter, stronger, more capable — and part of a community he didn’t know he needed.

That’s what showing up consistently does. And Kevin shows up.

Want Results Like Kevin’s?

If you’re ready to stop going it alone, RTC Fitness is here. We offer group fitness in North Canton, Ohio for every level — led by coaches who give real feedback, in a community that actually shows up for each other. Sound familiar? That’s Kevin’s story. It could be yours too.

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Kevin — one year in and already one of the people who makes this place what it is. We can’t wait to see what year two looks like. 💙