As a former member of the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness for the state of Maryland, Yohnnie Shambourger is a highly motivated individual who possesses extensive knowledge and experience in physical fitness and nutrition. He attended Howard University in Washington, D.C. where he received a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education in 1975 and a Master of Education in 1980. He also held the position of Head Swimming Coach at Howard University from 1976 to 1987 during his tenure the swim team won eight championship titles. In 2007 he was inducted into Howard University's Athletic Hall of Fame.