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Vital Strength and Performance

About Vital

Coaching that helps you stay strong for life

We believe strength is the foundation for living fully—and that good coaching should make the path clear, personal, and sustainable.

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Our core values

The standard behind every session

We show up with purpose and hold ourselves to a high standard of coaching, care, and continued growth.

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Be accountable

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Lead by example

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Practice what you preach

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Always learning

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Be selfless

Our mission is long-term health—not quick fixes. We coach with purpose, stay consistent with the process, and empower our community to stay strong for life.

Meet your coaches

Experienced. Invested. Always learning.

Connor David, Owner at Vital Strength and Performance

Owner

Connor David

Founder of Vital, Connor grew up in Connecticut and graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2015. His credentials include CSCS, Precision Nutrition Level 1, Champion Performance Specialist, and Functional Movement Screen certifications.

Abby Befford, Head Adult Coach + Client Manager at Vital Strength and Performance

Head Adult Coach + Client Manager

Abby Befford

Abby earned a bachelor’s degree in Health Science with a concentration in Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology from the University of Bridgeport. She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with experience in group and private adult training.

Daniel Rosa, Head Adult Coach at Vital Strength and Performance

Head Adult Coach

Daniel Rosa

A New Jersey native, Daniel is passionate about helping adults become stronger, move better, and perform with confidence. He earned his Exercise Science degree from Montclair State University and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA. Having grown up playing soccer and basketball and coaching track & field, he brings a lifelong passion for sports and performance to every person he coaches.

Dean Ross, Adult Coach at Vital Strength and Performance

Adult Coach

Dean Ross

A Milford, Connecticut native, Dean grew up playing football, baseball, and basketball. He graduated from Sacred Heart University in spring 2026 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and gained hands-on experience interning with the University of New Haven’s strength and conditioning program. Also a high school assistant football and baseball coach, he brings a background in athletics and coaching to his work.

Meet us at Vital

Tell us what you want training to help you do. We’ll take it from there.

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