A competitive bodybuilder since the 80's. Cornell has done a lot! With over 20 titles, numerous awards and honors. He didn't just stop at the posing dais. He loved it! And his love for the sport as well as his understanding of physical fitness led him to not only pursue but achieve certification at the Chicago School of message therapy, (AAAFP) The African American Association for Fitness Professionals, (NFPT) National Association of Professional Trainers and the American Red Cross.

He also is a veteran of the Chicago Fire Department of fifteen years, currently serving on the wellness committee. As a personal trainer his commitment to his clients has lead him from Bally's to Naturally Fit to Phenomenal Fitness to his own business, Personal Training by Cornell. Now on the management team of Forever Fit and in front of the camera as host, there's no telling where Cornell may end up next or what new hurdles he may concur.