Key Young is a GolfXFit Coaching Advisor, MAT practitioner, and the Oklahoma State Men’s Golf Fitness Specialist, renowned for blending his athletic background with cutting-edge fitness methodologies.

 

Before becoming a Certified Fitness Professional, Key played NCAA Div. I golf at Houston Baptist University and completed his graduate studies at the University of Texas at Dallas. Upon graduation, Key played professional golf throughout the United States.

 

Following his professional golf career, Key turned his attention to corrective exercise and sports performance enhancement. PGA Tour clients and beginners alike look to him for his expertise in 3-dimensional core training, golf biomechanics, and Muscle Activation Technique.

 

Also, due to Key’s personal experience, practical application, coaching collaborations, and Titleist Performance Institute Fitness 3 Certification, he is regarded as the go-to sports performance specialist for athletes of every level.

 

**Innovative Training Philosophy**  

Key has developed a unique approach that integrates sport-specific fitness with holistic wellness, emphasizing injury prevention and longevity. His programs are tailored to enhance mobility, stability, and power, enabling athletes to achieve peak performance while minimizing physical setbacks. By leveraging data-driven assessments and personalized coaching, Key ensures that each client’s training aligns with their body’s needs and their competitive goals.

 

**Collegiate Performance Breakthroughs**  

In 2025, Key took on the role of Oklahoma State Men’s Golf Fitness Specialist, where his innovative training programs propelled the team from 12th to 3rd in national rankings during the season. This ongoing position sees Key working with an increasing number of collegiate players, helping them unlock their potential through customized fitness and recovery strategies tailored to the demands of competitive golf.

 

**Evolution of GXF Performance**  

In 2025, Key launched the next evolution of GolfXFit into GXF Performance, expanding the brand to connect with clients across various sports and human performance spaces. This rebranding makes GXF’s cutting-edge methodologies more accessible to diverse athletes. Additionally, GXF Performance introduced "PoweredBy GXF," offering tour-validated workouts, programs, assessments, and certified coaches to clients. The "CertifiedBy GXF" program empowers coaches, trainers, and facility owners with GXF’s industry-leading knowledge and the ability to deliver "PoweredBy GXF" onsite, ensuring athletes worldwide benefit from Key’s proven performance strategies.

 

**Community Impact and Mentorship**  

Beyond individual coaching, Key is passionate about fostering a culture of fitness and resilience within the athletic community. He regularly conducts workshops and seminars, sharing insights on biomechanics and recovery strategies with aspiring coaches and players. His mentorship extends to young athletes, where he emphasizes discipline, mental toughness, and the importance of a balanced approach to training and life.