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DeShawn Fairbairn

About DeShawn Fairbairn

DeShawn Fairbairn is a former division 1 Epee Fencer from NYU. Since then he has studied Philosophy of Science and Exercise Science achieving a BSc and completing an MSc in Sports Conditioning and Rehabilitation. His travels have led him to engage in researching Olympic Weightlifting at Hunan Sports Vocational College and complete a lifelong dream of becoming a world champion bodybuilder via the WNBF in 2019.



Currently, as a coach and NASM certified trainer, DeShawn encourages his clients through thousands of hours of interaction, study, and continued competition in both Olympic weightlifting and bodybuilding. His aspirations include but are not limited to pursuit of a DPT/PhD and working with higher-level athletes in the near future.

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