The Los Angeles Lakers announced today the hiring of Gunnar Peterson as Director of Strength and Endurance Training.
Peterson will design and implement a strength and conditioning program for the team with the goal of keeping the players performing at elite levels throughout the NBA season.
Prior to joining the Lakers, Peterson was a personal trainer for some of the top entertainers and athletes in the world. His client list has included Sylvester Stallone, Halle Berry, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Sofia Vergara and Pete Sampras, along with most of the Kardashian family.
A 28-year veteran of the fitness industry, Peterson has worked with athletes from the NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB, USTA, boxing and various NCAA sports.