We appreciate everything that you all do and look forward to meeting our fitness goals at Optimal for years to come. - Tara Mothersbaugh
I just wanted to thank you and let you know how much the functional training classes have changed the way I work out. As an avid gym rat I used to work out every day and take classes but my body just wasn’t responding the way I wanted it to. After taking your class I saw results almost immediately. It was as if my entire body was shocked. I learned how to properly squat, lunge, lift, and even mountain climb. These were all moves I have done throughout the years in classes but I was not doing them effectively. My legs, core, and arms have all seen a major change and even my running has improved. Again, thank you so much for your motivation every Monday and Wednesday and for giving me the tools to train effectively. -Kristin
I just wanted to say thank you!!!! THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!!! THANK YOU!!!!! Your class, advice and encouragement have helped me significantly on my “fit to 40″ journey (June 2). I started back in December… running on the treadmill and occasionally doing some weights. I was 179lbs- the largest I have been in my life not pregnant!! On my 5 foot frame that is a pretty intense size!!! I wasn’t seeing much change on my own…then your class began. I figured I’d give it a try for the free month and decide my next move after that. After the first month I lost 2 inches and 1% body fat!! That was enough for me to join and continue to work at changing my eating habits. As you know today was very emotional for me and a huge surprise. Not even 2 months since the start of this class and my weight is down to …163lbs!! I also am down 1% more on my body fat!! I look forward to that measurement check every 2 weeks and am hooked on watching my progress. I know I am the one doing the work…but I also know…I have tried this many times with no success…and the change in my life has been meeting you. Thank you Chris…I’ll make you proud man!!!!! -Krista Kopf
I wanted to reach out real quick. As you know I have been doing the functional training for about six weeks now. When the emails first came out regarding the functional training I was skeptical at first because I thought the way I was working out was getting the job done. After, speaking to you briefly about it in the gym one evening I figured I would give it a shot. I am glad I did as 20 minutes into session one I realized several things, 1) I was not as in shape as I thought, 2) While I was working out hard, I was not working out correct and 3) in the years I have been working out by myself (I have had personal training here and there) I was not seeing the results I thought I should have based on how hard I was working out.
In the six weeks I have been doing the functional training, which was twice during the trial period now 3 or 4 times since I signed up, I have seen results far better than anytime I was working out my own. I took for granted that there is more to working out than putting weights on a bar and lifting it, there is a lot more to it than it.
The point I wanted to get across to you is had you not taken those 4 or 5 minutes to give me a brief description of it, I would still be doing my workouts as normal and not seeing the results I wanted. I was working out hard (you have seen me in the gym) but not efficient. The trainers are great at tailoring the workouts to everyone’s skill level. They understand everyone is at different levels and provide variety to for you to push yourself (which was one of my concerns, I have been in classes at different gyms where there was only one variation).
Again, thank you for taking the time to explain to me all about the functional training. -Louis Coon
I just wanted to let you know how much I’m enjoying the Functional Training. The way I feel now is 100x’s better than when I first started. My energy and strength have increased dramatically. Initially, I thought I’d die having to wake up at 5am to make the 6:30 classes. However, I’ve forced myself to get up and it isn’t bad at all. Missing the bus is the only disadvantage. I love the variety in the exercises and the soreness I feel the next day or two after. Being able to do the more advanced moves have been a wonderful accomplishment. For example, the first time I saw you do the exercise where your feet are in the TRX in the plank position and you pull your feet in like a frog, pull them straight, and do a pushup, I didn’t think I could do it. I was able to do about 5 for the first time this week and it felt great! Anyway, just wanted to say thanks and to tell you how much fun I’m having getting my butt beat. haha -Joan
The sessions with Eric have been great. This past Tuesday was the hardest workout I’ve ever had at a gym. Today my mid-back, shoulders, and chest are pretty sore but not that bad. -Peter
I love Functional Training at Optimal:
- I’ve lost 24 lbs and two clothing sizes.
- I look forward to coming to functional. As someone who was never “athletic,” I am thrilled to have found a gym and a program that I want to go to! I’ve been coming to functional regularly for about six months, and I can’t imagine giving it up. The trainers are amazing–highly skilled, motivational, and fun. The basics of functional are the same, but the workouts change, so I don’t get bored, and my body and mind are challenged in different ways. We get so much done in less than an hour–it’s intense but accessible–that I think it’s the most effective workout I’ve ever done. (Including the step and kickboxing I did in the 90′s).
- I’m especially grateful to Steve and Chris, who have always treated me with kindness and respect, who always challenge me, who get me to do things I didn’t think were possible, who make sure everything I do is correct and safe. They have literally changed my life.
I don’t know why everyone doesn’t do Functional Training. In addition to all the things I love about it–and I hesitate to say this because I don’t want it to change!–it’s a bargain. The expertise and results I am getting far outweigh the reasonable price. I highly recommend Functional Training to everyone…it is truly the Optimal Workout! - Janet N
I love coming to Optimal because it is the friendliest gym I have ever been to. The staff are consistently friendly and helpful, and the clientele is also very friendly. I feel very much at home at Optimal.
Thank you so much for a great…no, an Optimal experience! -Janet Neis
