Overview 
HEST Fitness Products sells the finest quality health and fitness equipment with the most comprehensive before and after the sale service available anywhere. Our Sales Associates find out as much information as possible about your health and fitness levels. With this knowledge, and your goals in mind, we are able to write you an “exercise program” – the right mix of products and advice for your specific individual needs.
Team
Meet our Team of Experts
Corporate
ALBERT KESSLER & PAULA KESSLER
In 1981 Albert and Paula founded HEST Fitness Products (Health Equipment of South Texas) in Corpus Christi. What began as a hobby, revealed to Albert a void in the Fitness Industry that needed to be filled. Albert’s previous welding experience enabled him to design and build prototypes. He discovered that there were manufacturers in the U.S. already making the quality equipment he was seeking. This enabled the young company to focus on educating its customers and providing unequaled service. Albert and Paula understand that the best way to serve the customer is to employ the best people in the industry, maintain high standards of product quality, and to strive to always anticipate and exceed the customer’s expectations. We at HEST Fitness Products want to maintain our dynamic growth and make our standards of quality and excellence available to everyone.
JOSEPH GONZALEZ
Working at Hest was a natural fit for Joseph where he is the General Manager overseeing the operations and sales and fitness needs of our customers and staff. At the age of 19, Joseph was a Collegiate All-American at Blinn College which led him to a 10 year, 1000 plus game, career In Minor League Baseball. After studying Exercise Science, at McNeese State University, and with 18 years of Fitness Industry experience, Joseph came to HEST Fitness Products a true asset. Since 1992, his knowledge, understanding, and contribution to the customer’s need as well as the HEST staff are incomparable.
RODNEY TUCKER
Biography coming soon!
Corpus Christi
BRAD THOMPSON
Brad has 17 years of fitness sales experience, personal training and coaching, which includes 10 years with HEST Fitness Products. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education and Health in 1990 from Boise State University and became an instructor and coach at Clark College in his hometown of Vancouver. Brad and his wife moved to San Diego, California where he managed Busybody Inc. A family reunion brought Brad here to Corpus Christi in 1999 where he fell in love with the Coastal Bend and what it had to offer and a new relationship with Texas’s oldest specialty fitness provider based here in Corpus Christi, HEST Fitness Products.
SHANE TYLER
Biography coming soon!
STEVE BYERLEY
In 1989 Steve joined HEST Fitness Products working both in our Retail and Commercial Divisions. He has 34 years of fitness and wellness experience since becoming a fitness instructor at the age of 18. Steve opened “The Powerhouse Gym” in Corpus Christi in 1985 which later merged with “Corpus Christi Health Club” which he managed until coming to the HEST Family. He lives the life of an athlete which includes his beloved sport of Competitive Arm-Wrestling. Steve understands what is needed to achieve your fitness goals, maintain wellness, and support your rehabilitation needs
WES BOOTHE
Biography coming soon!
McAllen
DIANNE “DEE” REYNA
Dianne c
ame to HEST Fitness Products in 2004. Dianne has 20 years experience including Athletic Director, Director of Personal Training and Gym Management. In 2010, she stepped into the Store Manager’s position of our McAllen location. She shares her knowledge and passion for fitness with her customers as well has her sales team. Dianne believes everyone can live a happier, healthier life with direction, support and the right equipment to fit your fitness needs.
EDGAR SANTANA
Edgar has been with Hest since 2004. He began in the delivery and installation department knowing the importance of customer service and the need to exceed the customer’s expectations. The true HEST experience does not end with the sale but is a relationship extending to the delivery and installation team as well as service and ongoing support of the customer’s changing needs and goals. In 2010, Edgar joined the sales staff where his mission is to match you with the best equipment for a healthier lifestyle.
REX T. KELLEY
Rex is a true example that fitness and wellness is a way of life and not a fad. With over 44 years of experience in the Fitness Industry, he knows the goals of the younger fitness enthusiast and understands the wants and needs of the baby boomer. Rex applies his knowledge and experience to the needs of the customer so that they too can succeed in their journey to a healthier life.
AL GUZMAN
Biography coming soon!
San Antonio
JIM “BIGGS” MURRAY
Deciding to get out of the Air Force after 9 years, BIGGS pursued his passion for fitness and began his career with HEST fitness products. While overseas, he played Semi Pro football for the Corinthian Cowboys and one year of minor league football for the San Antonio Talons once back in the states. BIGGS is actively involved in youth sports through his work as a coach and commissioner. He is passionate about helping individuals reach their goals and live a productive healthy lifestyle.
JOE HERNANDEZ
Biography coming soon!
BRUCE HENRY
In the 5 years with HEST, Bruce has worked in retail and commercial equipment sales as well as service. He is passionate about helping others reach their fitness goals and full potential. Bruce has helped many customers get started on a safe, effective program since becoming a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist in 1994. With 16 years in the Fitness Industry, he shares his experience in sports, fitness and life with everyone. Bruce consults with clients to implement the right equipment and functional layout specifically designed for their needs and goals.
ERNEST NORIEGA
Ernest joined our Corpus Christi Service Department in 2004. He has been in the Fitness Industry for 15 years which includes his experience as a power-lifting trainer as well as a service technician for 16 years. While with HEST, He has earned certification from the top manufacturers in the Fitness Industry. Ernest now serves in our San Antonio location as a service technician and a part of our delivery and installation team where his knowledge, skills, and superior customer service contribute to the continued success of HEST.
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