Caleb Marshall
Marion, Indiana, USA
Fitness Instructor / Social Media Influencer
The Fitness Marshall
About Caleb Marshall
Caleb Marshall, widely recognized as The Fitness Marshall, is an American fitness instructor and social media influencer celebrated for his dynamic dance-based workout routines. Born on March 18, 1993, in Marion, Indiana, he cultivated a passion for dance and fitness from an early age. Marshall pursued higher education at Indiana University Bloomington, earning a degree in film production in 2015. During his university years, he taught cardio hip-hop classes, seamlessly blending his love for dance with fitness instruction.
In October 2014, Marshall launched his YouTube channel, “The Fitness Marshall,” aiming to make exercise enjoyable and accessible to a wide audience. His high-energy, dance-centric workout videos quickly gained popularity, with a notable surge in 2018 when his routine to Meghan Trainor’s “Me Too” garnered one million views overnight, earning recognition from the artist herself. By August 2024, his YouTube channel boasted 6.6 million subscribers, complemented by a substantial following of 3.5 million on TikTok.
Embracing comparisons to fitness icon Richard Simmons, Marshall utilizes his platform to advocate for body positivity and support charitable causes, including collaborations with The Trevor Project. Expanding his influence beyond digital content, he ventured into the fashion industry with his inclusive activewear brand, Active Booty, designed to promote comfort and confidence for all body types. Marshall’s innovative approach to fitness and commitment to inclusivity have solidified his position as a prominent figure in the contemporary fitness landscape.