Adam Kemp

Professional Basketball Player, M.S. Nutrition & Fitness Consultant

I’m Adam Kemp, a professional basketball player, nutrition educator, and fitness consultant sharing evidence-based strategies for athletic performance, strength, nutrition, recovery, and long-term health.

Professional Basketball Player

I played NCAA Division I basketball at Marist College and have spent more than a decade playing professionally across Europe, including the Basketball Champions League, VTB United League, and FIBA Europe Cup. I also played with the Detroit Pistons in the 2015 NBA Summer League and attended training camp with EuroLeague club Olimpia Milano.

M.S. Nutrition

In 2022, I earned a Master’s Degree in Nutrition Education from American University.

Fitness Expert

I’ve been featured in leading health and fitness outlets, including Forbes, NBC News, Sports Illustrated, and AskMen, where I share evidence-based tips on fitness, wellness, and athletic performance.

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*****This older video is being reposted from my previous channel. These clips from my previous channel show different ways I’ve used the reverse slide lunge exercise in my training. _____ Please subscribe to @AdamKempFitness for practical fitness, general health, recovery, and nutrition tips from me, Adam Kemp, a professional basketball player with a master’s degree in Nutrition Education. _____ Looking for different ways to include reverse lunges in your workouts? In this video, I demonstrate five reverse slide lunge variations, featuring one of my favorite approaches to single-leg training. The sliding reverse lunge has been a favorite of mine because I enjoy the challenge of controlling the movement through each repetition. Watch all five variations and let me know which one you’ve tried or would like me to explain in a longer video. For more of my exercise demonstrations, training ideas, and nutrition articles, visit: https://www.adamkempfitness.com/reverse-slide-lunge-benefits/ These demonstrations share my personal training experience and are intended for general education. Choose a variation appropriate for your ability, and seek individualized guidance if you’re managing pain or returning from an injury. #ReverseLunges #SliderLunges #SingleLegTraining #athletictraining #functionalfitness #reverseslidelunge #AdamKempFitness
5 Reverse Slide Lunge Variations You Will Love! Some of My Favorite Reverse Slide Lunge Variations!
***This older video is being reposted from my previous channel. I’m sharing it as a recipe and cultural experience, and I do not recommend drinking alcohol for health benefits or treating illness. For adults of legal drinking age only. Please drink responsibly. _____ Subscribe to @AdamKempFitness for practical fitness, general health, recovery, and nutrition tips from me, Adam Kemp, a professional basketball player with a master’s degree in Nutrition Education! _____ In this video, you can learn how to make Grzane Piwo, or Polish hot beer! I share my version of this warm drink, which I discovered while living and playing professional basketball in Poland. Hot beer might sound unusual if you’ve never tried it, but the honey-and-spice combination made it a memorable part of my experience with Polish food and drinks. Find my written recipe, ingredient options, and preparation instructions here: https://www.adamkempfitness.com/grzane-piwo-polish-hot-beer/ Have you tried Polish hot beer? Let me know in the comments what you think and how you prepare yours. #GrzanePiwo #PolishHotBeer #PolishRecipes
Grzane Piwo Recipe | How to Make Polish Hot Beer | Learn About Potential Health Benefits Too!
Subscribe for more basketball training, fitness, general health, recovery, and nutrition tips! I’m Adam Kemp, a professional basketball player with a master’s degree in Nutrition Education. Today’s exercise combines two jump variations: a box jump with a single-leg landing, followed by a single-leg broad jump (or depth jump) using that same leg. I’ve honestly never been very good at these box jumps with single-leg landings, so I’m thrilled to see the progress I’ve been making lately. Along with the other new plyometric variations I’ve been working on, this makes me feel like I’m really improving my ability to land, balance, and move confidently on one leg. First, I jump onto the box from two feet and land on just one foot. Then, I drop off the box, land on that same leg, and rebound into another jump. My focus is on controlled landings and a strong push-off, with attention to how well I manage each contact on one leg. Follow along for more exercises from my workouts, plus practical nutrition and recovery tips! #BoxJumps #SingleLegTraining #Plyometrics #BasketballTraining #Shorts
Box Jump to Single-Leg Landing + Single-Leg Depth Jump/Broad Jump
Subscribe to Adam Kemp for basketball training, fitness, general health, and nutrition tips! I share practical advice informed by my professional basketball career and master’s degree in Nutrition Education. 🏀💪 This deceleration drop lunge starts with my feet close together. I rise onto my toes, then quickly drop into a split-stance lunge position, focusing on stopping the downward movement and sticking the landing. My goal is to move quickly into the lunge while staying controlled through my feet, knees, hips, and torso. I’m thinking about a stable landing, keeping my front knee tracking with my foot, and avoiding extra wobbling before resetting. For this session, I did 4 sets of 2 reps per leg. I kept the reps low so I could give each landing my full attention instead of rushing through a long set. In my basketball training, I’m working on how well I stop and control my body alongside how I jump and accelerate. This drill is one way I’m practicing that braking component. #DecelerationTraining #DropLunge #BasketballTraining #AthleticPerformance #AdamKempFitness #Shorts #VerticalJumpTraining #AthleticTraining
Deceleration Drop Lunges: A great exercise for building strong, healthy, explosive legs!
Subscribe to @AdamKempFitness on YouTube for more exercises, training ideas, and lessons from my professional basketball career. 🏀💪 Single-leg lateral bounds into a quick lateral hurdle hop over and back 🔥 I’ve recently started experimenting with this combination, and I really like how my legs feel doing it. The initial bound helps develop lateral power and control, while the rapid hurdle hops challenge my ability to absorb force, stabilize on one leg, and get off the ground again as quickly as possible. I’m performing 10 total reps—5 on each leg—with an emphasis on: ✅ Explosive lateral movement ✅ Single-leg balance and control ✅ Fast ground contact times ✅ Deceleration and force absorption ✅ Ankle, knee, and hip stability The goal is not simply to jump as far as possible. I want to land under control and transition into the hurdle hops with as little wasted time as possible. Still a new movement for me, but it has been a great addition for developing the lateral power, control, and reactivity that carry over to basketball. 🏀
Lateral Bound/Hurdle Hop- Build Single Leg Strength, Control, and Athleticism #AthleticTraining
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My Mission

My mission is to honor the path Jesus Christ, the one true God, has set for me and show my gratitude for His graciousness, generosity, and blessings in my life by sharing honest, evidence-based health and fitness advice that empowers others to build strength, resilience, and lasting wellness.

I hope to help athletes and non-athletes alike unlock their full potential and achieve meaningful, lasting success based on my career as a professional basketball player and my background in nutrition education and fitness.

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Who is Adam Kemp?

Who is Adam Kemp?

I’m Adam Kemp, a professional basketball player, fitness consultant, and nutrition educator with more than a decade of experience playing professional basketball in Europe. Before turning pro, I played NCAA Division I basketball at Marist College, where I earned a bachelor’s degree in Sports Communication with a minor in Psychology.


My career has included NBA Summer League experience with the Detroit Pistons, training camp with EuroLeague club Olimpia Milano, and competition in the Basketball Champions League, VTB United League, and FIBA Europe Cup.

Managing severe asthma, Tourette Syndrome, and major injuries has also shaped how I think about performance, recovery, resilience, and long-term health.

I later earned a master’s degree in Nutrition Education from American University and became an ISSA-certified personal trainer. I combine formal education with firsthand professional-sports experience to share practical, evidence-based guidance on basketball, fitness, nutrition, recovery, and athletic performance.

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About My Professional Basketball Career

I began my professional basketball career in 2014 after four seasons at Marist College and have since competed for clubs throughout Europe. My career has included NBA Summer League experience with the Detroit Pistons, training camp with EuroLeague club Olimpia Milano, and competition in leagues and tournaments such as the Basketball Champions League, VTB United League, and FIBA Europe Cup.

In Poland, I earned a silver medal with Legia Warszawa in the 2021-2022 season, and later won the 2025–26 Polish 1 Liga championship with Astoria Bydgoszcz.

Those experiences, along with more than a decade of professional basketball, have helped me develop a unique approach strength and power development, conditioning, nutrition, injury management, recovery, and longevity that I look forward to sharing with the world.

Through the Basketball section of Adam Kemp Fitness, I turn those lessons into practical resources for players and athletes who want to train more effectively, recover better, and better understand the game’s physical demands.

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Want to Workout the Way I Do?

Do you want to work out like a pro athlete?

I regularly post my personal “Workout of the Day” sessions, which are custom workouts I craft for myself based on years of professional basketball experience and evidence-based training strategies.

If you’re looking for a full workout plan that’s easy to follow and more affordable than hiring an in-person trainer or a dedicated online fitness coach (though not quite as personalized or effective), I follow expert-designed workouts from the Team Beachbody BODi App.

These are my favorite online workouts, and they’ve become a key part of how I stay strong, mobile, and game-ready throughout the year.

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Health & Medical Disclaimer

Honest, Evidence-Based Health and Fitness Tips

Through real-world athletic performance, injury recovery, and evidence-based research, I help people build strength, improve health, and develop sustainable fitness habits that actually last.

However, I am not a medical professional, and this content should not be considered medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any decisions about your health. Read my Medical Disclaimer to learn more

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adam Kemp

This section addresses common questions about who I am, what I do, why you can trust me, and how my background as a professional basketball player and fitness expert can help you improve your health, fitness, or athletic performance.

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Along with an undergraduate degree in Communications, where I developed extensive research and writing skills, I earned a Master’s degree in Nutrition Education from American University (completed in 2022) and am an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (certified in 2020). I combine academic expertise with pro-athlete experience to offer advice that is both highly educated and practical. Over the years, I have collaborated with experts and stayed current in exercise science, enabling me to provide personalized, science-backed fitness and nutrition plans. My expertise has been recognized by major publications, including Forbes, Sports Illustrated, AskMen, and Men’s Journal, where my insights have been featured.

I provide a range of services to help people improve their fitness and athletic performance at any level:

  • Online Fitness Coaching: Personalized workout programs and nutrition guidance delivered remotely. I leverage my experience in professional sports and nutrition education to design personalized routines that align with your goals and lifestyle, helping you build strength, lose weight, or enhance your overall health.
  • Personalized Wellness Consulting: One-on-one health and fitness consulting for those seeking a holistic approach to wellness. This service encompasses everything from exercise and diet to sleep and stress management, providing a comprehensive plan for long-term well-being.
  • Athletic Advising: Mentorship and advisory services for athletes from high school to the professional level. I serve as a guide for athletic development, providing training tips, college recruitment advice, and career transition support to help maximize an athlete’s potential at every stage. Whether you’re aiming for a college scholarship or navigating pro opportunities, I can provide expert insight to help plan your path in sports.

Absolutely. I am the author of “Adam Kemp’s 7-Day Detox: A Natural Approach to Resetting Your Body and Mind,” a book that encapsulates his philosophy on nutrition and wellness. The book offers a 7-day plan, including meal advice, workouts, and daily habits, to help you naturally detoxify your body, boost your energy, and establish sustainable, healthy routines. I offer a free 7-Day Detox eBook to subscribers of his newsletter, which is packed with some of his best research and tips for jumpstarting a healthy lifestyle​. This resource is a great starting point for anyone looking to benefit from my knowledge.

I have over 10 years of professional basketball experience in Europe and Eurasia. After graduating from Marist College in 2014, I began my professional career and competed in elite leagues, including the VTB United League, the Basketball Champions League, and the FIBA Europe Cup. I also had a stint with the NBA’s Detroit Pistons during the 2015 Summer League and participated in a EuroLeague training camp with Olimpia Milano in 2022​. This extensive playing career has given me firsthand insight into high-level athletic training, teamwork, and discipline.

My personal story is one of overcoming adversity. I grew up battling severe exercise-induced asthma and Tourette Syndrome​, which made early athletic life difficult. Rather than giving up, I adapted and developed resilience, eventually excelling in sports through specialized training and determination. During my professional basketball career, I have also endured serious injuries, including several severe ankle injuries, a spinal stress fracture, and a severe bout of COVID-19​. Each setback taught me valuable lessons in recovery and peak performance, deepening my commitment to helping others overcome their challenges.

Yes. My expertise in fitness and health has been highlighted in several well-known media outlets. I have been featured in Forbes, Sports Illustrated, AskMen, NBC News, Men’s Journal, and other notable publications. In these features, I often share professional insights on training, nutrition, and wellness. These media appearances underscore my credibility and the trust that industry leaders place in my knowledge.

Maintaining integrity and transparency is central to my approach. My primary income comes from playing basketball, so I am not dependent on selling products or pushing supplements​. While my website does feature some affiliate links (so I may earn a small commission if you purchase a recommended product), I clearly disclose this to readers and only promote products I genuinely believe in. My recommendations are based on thorough research and personal experience, ensuring you get honest guidance you can trust as you pursue your health or fitness goals.

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Email
AdamKempFitness@gmail.com
Instagram
@AdamKemp50
Location
Upstate New York