Russ Hosmer isn’t your typical coach. A U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran and former Physical Training Advisor for the USMC Eastern Recruiting Region, Russ has spent decades helping others transform their physical and mental health. But his journey wasn’t just about leading others; it was about transforming himself. His story is a testament to what’s possible when purpose, pain, and passion converge.

“I’m not here just to play the game,” Russ says with a quiet intensity. “I’m here to change the game.”

After leaving the military, Russ wanted to take his experience to the next level. He launched Constant Progression, a brand rooted in physical fitness and mental resilience. Already an ISSA-certified personal trainer and having influenced Marine Corps physical training programs presented to Congress, Russ knew his mission was shifting. He had already seen success in helping others, but he felt a deeper calling to evolve his approach.

“I’ve always strived to be better myself. Being a coach isn’t just a job for me, it’s the path that keeps me growing. It’s my vehicle for change,” Russ explains.

The Spark: A Call to Serve Again

Like many veterans, Russ battles PTSD, but he didn’t let it define him. Instead, he transformed his struggle into purpose. One day, after watching a video by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs discussing PTSD treatment, something shifted in him. The message ignited a movement within him that he couldn’t ignore.

“What he said stirred up so many thoughts,” Russ reflects. “I locked myself in my office for three hours and created an entire PTSD recovery and resilience initiative.”

Today, that initiative has garnered the attention of Louisiana’s governor, the Secretary of Louisiana Veterans Affairs, and a U.S. Congressman. Russ is already piloting the program with clients, with plans to eventually launch a nationwide certification for Trauma Resilience Officers (TROs), aimed at embedding this framework within police, fire, and military organizations across the country.

Why HCI? A Strategic Pivot

In late 2023, Russ took the leap and officially launched his health coaching business. But he knew to truly scale, he needed professional grounding. After extensive research, he found that the Health Coach Institute (HCI) stood out above the rest.

“No one else offered the level of instruction, content, and ongoing support that HCI did,” he says. In June 2024, Russ enrolled in the Become a Health and Life Coach program, and he wasn’t alone. His wife, Danielle, a nurse pursuing a master’s in counseling, joined him in the program.

“Taking this course together wasn’t just about business growth; it brought us closer on a personal level. The exercises and deep conversations helped us connect on a new level.”

Russ and Danielle’s plan is to create a comprehensive wellness business: she will lead the clinical services, and he will continue expanding his mindset mastery and PTSD programs. Together, they are building a full-spectrum solution to help people transform their health, minds, and lives.

Speaking, Scaling, and Serving

Today, Russ’s business is primarily virtual, but his vision extends beyond the screen. Public speaking events are on the horizon, with a mission to normalize trauma recovery conversations, especially within the first responder communities.

“A lot of people think they’re alone in their trauma,” he shares. “When they hear someone else’s story, it’s like, ‘Man, they’re talking to me. I know exactly what they’re going through.’ That connection can change everything.”

Russ credits HCI with providing the structure and foundation needed to build Constant Progression into the enterprise it is today. “HCI gave me the tools and legitimacy to scale my business. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”

The HCI Advantage

If Russ’s journey has sparked something within you, perhaps it’s time to take your first step toward becoming a coach. Whether you’re from the military, healthcare, corporate, or creative fields, coaching offers a path for anyone ready to serve others and transform their own life.

Schedule a call with a Clarity Coach today and discover what your journey could look like.