About Us

The Fit Solution


Yusef R. Battle American College of Sports Medicine Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist A sought after fitness consultant, Yusef Battle, has over 15 years experience in the health and fitness industry. He is the owner of The Fit Solution, a Washington metropolitan based fitness consulting/ training company. He has created several innovative fitness initiatives such as the annual Survival of the Fittest Body Transformation Challenge which was designed to influence improved fitness and healthy lifestyle changes for Washington metropolitan area residents. Also, he initiated and produced the Motivation for Health & Life Workshop Series which began in April 2004 with a speech and book signing from Dr. Ben Carson the “healthcare pioneer” and world renowned neurosurgeon from Johns Hopkins Medical Institute and will continue with the next program featuring The Three Doctors from Newark, NJ co-authors of the book “The Pact.” He has been able to gather further insight into the issue of obesity by conducting clinical testing such as Resting Metabolic Rate Testing, Electrolipographic Body Fat Analysis and High Grade VO2 Max Cardiovascular Testing. As a fitness consultant, Mr. Battle finds solutions to multiple fitness dilemmas and also serves as a health and fitness information resource that connects concerned residents with several service providers in the health and fitness industry. Mr. Battle volunteers his time to several local and national professional and non-profit community organizations. He is the former chair of the Cardiovascular Coalition of the African American Health Program (AAHP) (is a current active member) and a current member of the AAHP Executive Committee. He is also a co-coordinator of the annual “Healthy You” Health & Fitness Expo that takes place at City Place Mall in downtown Silver Spring. His company also provides educational and health screening services for multiple churches in the Montgomery County and Washington metropolitan areas. The Fit Solution has also been a contributor to NBC4, The U.S. House of Representatives, The U.S. Senate, WUSA Channel 9, National Institute of Health (NIH), DC Superior Court, The Heart Health Symposium, National Oceanic Atmospheric Association (NOAA), Department of Health & Human Services, The President’s Council on Physical Fitness & Sport, Maryland Park & Planning Commission, American Association of University Women, The Washington Urban League, NIEHS, City Place Mall, The D.C. Department of Health, The American Heart Association, DC Public Schools, 95.5 FM WPGC “For Sisters Only,” The Pennington Institute of Health & Wellness, Black Entertainment Television (BET), “Sister to Sister” Women’s Heart Day, Prince Georges Hospital Center, Montgomery County Government, Tavis Smiley's "Road to Health" Tour and Montgomery County Recreation Department health programs. Mr. Battle graduated with a B.S. degree in Exercise Physiology from Howard University. He also received training in the area of rehabilitation and physical therapy at National Rehabilitation Hospital, Howard University Hospital and while participating in the Masters program in Physical Therapy at Howard University. He is currently a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist and has been a certified Health/ Fitness Instructor through the American College of Sports Medicine for almost 10 years. He also received the top fitness consultant award as a fitness specialist during his previous five year tenure at the Aspen Hill Racquet Club. Mr. Battle is in the second year of his first term as an appointed Montgomery County Health Commissioner. He is currently the chair of the Prevention Committee where work is being done to ban trans fats and increase the level of physical activity among primary and secondary school students. Also, as a commissioner, his principle interests are in Environmental Correlations to Obesity, Health Disparities/Access to Care and Mental Health. Personal Note from Yusef Anyone that has met me knows how much I enjoy doing what I do. It is so fulfilling to see my clients (and those that are not my clients) obtain their fitness goals...it is truly my passion to see everyone be as healthy as they can be and, in life, be the best that they can be. Outside of training I enjoy singing and songwriting, producing gospel concerts, spending time with my wife (Mrs. Maryland USA 2007...so proud of her), watching football, listening to "live" music, playing with family dog Sidney, fine dining, catching up with old friends and continuing my education in my profession. My favorite quote is: "When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece."


Tia Jeffery, MS, RD is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist residing in the state of Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics at Oakwood College (now Oakwood University) in Huntsville, AL. She earned a Master of Science Degree in Human Nutrition with an elective emphasis in Exercise Science at The Ohio State University (OSU). During that period, she conducted research with the Central Ohio Diabetes Association on the impact of food intake and physical activity on blood sugar control and body composition in youth with type 1 diabetes. The research initiative was awarded grants by OSU Medical Center General Clinical Research Center as well as OSU CARES. Following her graduate/fellowship program at OSU, she completed her dietetic internship rotations through her undergraduate alma mater, Oakwood University via distance in Community Health, Clinical, and School System and Healthcare Foodservice Management sites with all age groups in the Columbus, Ohio, Maryland, and Washington D.C. areas. Tia has worked at Bon Secours Health System in Baltimore, MD and is currently a Clinical Dietitian at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, MD where she provides medical nutrition therapy and education for critical care, surgical, cardiac, diabetes, prenatal, and pediatric patients and is also a member of the Patient Education Committee. She also consults as a Sports and Wellness Nutritionist with The Fit Solution and Health Educator for Healing Our Village (HOV) at Chartered Health Center in Washington, D.C. At HOV, she is collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team on a pediatric obesity program initiative. She recently earned her Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Certificate of Training in Childhood/Adolescent Weight Management. Currently, she is pursuing additional certifications as an ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor, CDR Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management as well as Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) and Pediatrics (CSP). Her professional interests include sports nutrition, pediatric nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, education and research, and freelance writing. She also volunteers her time with community outreach affairs. In addition to nutrition education presentations at several churches, she spent time in Tanzania, Africa with Global Vessels (a non-profit organization) to support the Haviland Village children’s orphanage building project ministry in July 2007. She enjoys music, traveling, reading, movies, spending time with loved ones, and practicing yoga. Furthermore, Tia is an avid runner who has competed and placed in several Track and Field events throughout her youth, completed the 2005 Marine Corps Marathon, and several other running and fitness-related events. Through her health ministry, she wants to motivate others to adapt a lifestyle that will physically enable them to take charge of their lives and fulfill God’s higher purpose for them.
The Fit Solution Staff

Veronica Aguila wasn’t always a fitness buff; she actually was tormented in grade school for being overweight. Her interest in the industry stemmed from a desire to lose pounds and gain more energy. ... she graduated from the University of MD at College Park with a BS in Kinesiology and a minor in Nutrition. She is also a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and a boot camp instructor. Veronica's medical training also includes dealing with preventative or rehabilitative/therapeutic components of human movement. She is experienced in teaching proper body alignment and correct execution and technique during daily movements and exercise. Personal Note from Veronica Training is not the only thing I do, my interests include arts and crafts, such as, painting, music, dancing, and I love to travel. I am currently trying my best at Olympic style weightlifting and increasing my cardio, trying a mix of cycling, roller blading, and bit of running. I like to keep things varied and interesting. I have come across a quote that stands out for me and helps me through, “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE. THERE IS NO LIMIT. THERE IS NO MAX.”

John Adkins The Fit Solution Personal Trainer Degree in Sports Management from Hampton University.

Matt Immerman The Fit Solution Intern Pursuing a degree in Exercise Science/Kinesiology from the University of Maryland

Winston Isaac Samuel The Fit Solution Intern Pursuing a degree in Exercise Physiology

Vyron Alexander The Fit Solution Intern Pursuing a degree in Sports Medicine at Howard University

Weight Training:

We offer a wide variety of high quality weights and exercise systems through our health club affiliates (and coming soon!!...downtown Silver Spring Studio), including both free weights and weight machines. Our weight room also includes efficient abdominal weight machines and benches.

Cardio Training:

The Fit Solution’s cardio training affiliate facilities are second to none. Bikes, steppers, treadmills and elliptical trainers - we have access to machines to fit all your cardio needs.

State-of the-Art Clinical Fitness Testing:

Resting Metabolism Analysis and VO2 Max Cardiovascular Testing are offered exclusively for The FitSolution clients. All of our consultants are highly qualified and can create effective custom designed fitness programs from the test results.