Over 100lbs Dropped

I am thrilled with the physical transformation my personal trainer, Mike, has helped me achieve. Through Mike's expert guidance in strength training, I lost 111 pounds and, remarkably, ended up with very little loose skin thanks to his focus on building muscle properly throughout my journey. Mike’s attention to detail during our sessions ensures that I train safely and effectively, and it’s this dedication that keeps me coming back week after week, month after month, and year after year. His approach is rooted in positive reinforcement—he’s never pushy or judgmental, which makes every session a supportive and empowering experience. Mike’s extensive knowledge of the human body allows him to adapt exercises as needed, ensuring they’re tailored to my needs and abilities. He’s not just my trainer; he’s the reason I’ve been able to achieve and maintain my results with confidence and strength.

Post Surgery Recovery

In 2020 I had a liver transplant at the Mayo Clinic due to Crohn’s disease since I was 15 and that turned into Primary sclerosing cholangitis over the years. I was also diagnosed with arthritis at age 15. With both autoimmune diseases I was prescribed a lot of different antibiotics and medications for years and the damage of all that caused my bile ducts to block up. After my transplant I weighed 170 pounds and I was still pretty weak. I came to Mike in 2022 to help gain strength and get my gut healed up with the correct vitamins and workouts. Before I came to see Mike my upper body was pretty hunched over with all the pain I was in. After a carefully created strength training program. My mobility increased and my posture immensely improved. Mike is different from a lot of trainers he not only cares about your health and progress but cares about you. He treats me like I’ve been a close friend for years!!

Lost 75lbs & Gained Confidence

Mike didn’t just teach me how to train—he taught me how to transform. For years, I was trapped in a cycle of endless cardio, leaving me injured, discouraged and no closer to the person I wanted to be. But Mike changed everything. He introduced me to the power of strength training and showed me the right way to do it—turning my fear of failure into a source of strength. The daunting process has become an empowering journey. Since working with him, I’ve lost 75 pounds, dropping from a size 22/24 to a roomy size 14, and gained muscle and tone that reflect so much more than a number on the scale. By no means am I done! But the most significant transformation was internal: I discovered a confidence I never knew I had. I’ve gone from avoiding life to embracing it—laughing, playing and thriving alongside my 11-year-old daughter, who’s now taking a interest in fitness because she sees how it’s changed my outlook on life. When I first walked into Mike’s studio, I felt like I didn’t belong. I broke down sobbing, overwhelmed by years of failure and doubt, and at 46 years old, completely ashamed of my weight. But Mike saw me—not my insecurities—and made me believe in myself. He facilitated a complete mindset shift. Even after two long-needed Achilles surgeries, I was back training in the studio just four days post-op because his whole-person approach taught me how to persevere. Because of him, I’m living a happier, healthier life. Mike doesn’t just build stronger bodies; he builds stronger lives, and I’m proof of that.

Gained More Mobility

I am 64 years old and have been training with Mike for over 2 years, and during that time I have learned what I believe makes him the most effective personal trainer I have ever worked with.  He has been instrumental in me not only feeling and looking younger but also being able to do more physically than I was able to do in my early 50s.   Mike's demeanor is consistently encouraging, positive and motivating in ways that push me beyond what I would do on my own, by performing a variety of customized workout routines that enable continuous progress while avoiding overtraining or injury.   He is also very patient and insightful with explaining the proper mechanics, as well as providing alternative exercises, to ensure that we mitigate risks of injury due to underlying issues I have (i.e., prone to aggravating my knees or rotator cuffs).   I was able to backpack in Europe for 3 weeks in the fall of 2023 and will be doing another backpacking trip for 6 weeks later this year.   I would never consider myself capable of doing these types of physically demanding vacations prior to training with Mike.   I highly recommend spending time with Mike so he can also support you with achieving whatever fitness and well-being goals you have.