About Us

"I invite you to visit our professional training center and find out how we can make you look and feel your best." -Michael J. Jaudes The Fitness Edge Owner & President

The Fitness Edge was founded by Owner and President Michael J. Jaudes in 1984. Mike and his staff of 30 trainers are some of the best in the industry. They've been featured in many local and national articles and Mike has been on Men's Health Magazine's "Top 100 Trainers in America" list two years in a row!

The Fitness Edge has helped clients lose weight through extensive resistance, cardiovascular and nutritional programs. We have also assisted those with physical limitations move better through functional training programs. Many top orthopedic specialists, cardiovascular surgeons and physical therapy clinics refer their patients to The Fitness Edge after therapy or surgery.

The Fitness Edge goal is to make your fitness program a lifestyle and not just another attempt at getting in shape.

Our Mission

Since 1984, our mission has been to provide quality, balanced personal training for people of any level of health, that is safe, effective, and can help them reach their individual goals.

Preferred Referral Sources

Precision Health Group, Dr. Mathew Lytle

Dr. Lytle, D.C., ART® graduated Summa Cum Laude from Logan Chiropractic College in 2004 and has been practicing for five years. His post-graduate experience includes acupuncture, biomechanics, and Active Release Techniques. He currently teaches post-graduate education for medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, and other health care professionals nationally for ART and at Logan College. He is the owner and clinical director of Precision Health Group. Dr. Lytle is the consulting physician for many local personal training professionals, running clubs, and power lifting teams. He enjoys working with athletes from recreational to professional, and specializes in athletic injuries, biomechanics, and musculoskeletal dysfunction. Dr. Lytle and his office pride themselves on providing the best possible conservative musculoskeletal healthcare with great personal service to their patients. Visit their web site to learn more. http://www.precisionhealthstl.com/meet-the-staff.html

The Fitness Edge collaborates with the following organizations:

• Dr. Kathy Maupin, MD
• Dr. Joshua Kilpatrick, DC
• Dr. David Overby MHS, PT, OCS
• Dr. Michael E. Murphy BHK, DC
• Dr. Matthew Lytle, DC
• Dr. Ralph Filson, DC
• Dr. Ravi Yadva, DO
• National Kidney Foundation
• American Heart Association
• National Strength & Conditioning Association
• American College of Sports Medicine
• International Association of Fitness Professionals
• YPO (Young Presidents Organization)

June 19, 2010 - The Fitness Edge Proudly Supports The National Kidney Foundation.

Cyndi, Laura, Aeneas, Mike and Elaine.

Participation in the Kidney Walk has grown each year.

Mike Jaudes has seen the participation grow for the past four years as he has lead the warm up session prior to the walk. Through the support of the community the Kidney Walk raised $203,000.00 for NKF's local programs and services. A $56,000 increase over last year's walk! Dollars raised at the Kidney Walk will support free early detection kidney health screenings, public, patient and professional education programs, provide nutritional and financial assistance for low income dialysis patients and fund medical research. For more information please visit www.kidneyemo.org
Join us at the 2011 St. Louis Kidney Walk: Saturday, April 30, 2011, Saint Louis University.

Former World Pro Wrestler, Diamond Dallas Page led his Yoga for Regular Guys & Gals fitness program at The Fitness Edge.

Former World Champion Pro Wrestler, Diamond Dallas Page led his Yoga for Regular Guys & Gals fitness program at The Fitness Edge on August 25. He developed the YRG Fitness System after doctors told him that his professional wrestling career was over due to a ruptured vertebrae. Never one to give up, Dallas experimented with various work outs and after about ten years developed YRG, which requires no weights or machines. With YRG you will strengthen your core, increase flexibility, burn fat and gain lean muscle. The Fitness Edge was happy to have Diamond Dallas Page stop by during his busy schedule to St. Louis.

The Fitness Edge partners with Northern Edge Hockey

The Northern Edge is earning the reputation as the premier hockey school in the industry through their programs, curriculum and relationships. Their mission is to be the unmatched leader in every market they serve, to provide excellence in hockey instruction, to improve every player they teach and increase standards and awareness in the communities they serve. Learn More