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I started training with Evan in Fall of 2014 to lose some weight I had put on from having a baby, and not working out for 2 years. I had an extremely busy schedule with being a new mom and business owner, and needed to maximize the time I spent working out at the gym. I was nervous about training with a personal trainer for a few reasons, primarily that I was so incredibly out of shape, had at least 20 lbs to lose, and I knew that I had a lot of work to do to get back into shape. We discussed my goals, and he wrote up a very specific plan on how to achieve these goals in the time frame we set.
A few weeks after training 3-4 times per week, I noticed I started to feel better in every way. Mentally, physically, I noticed my clothes started to fit better, my mom belly was going away and I even started to sleep better. My first fitness assessment 5 weeks out I remember feeling disappointed because I had lost only 2 lbs, but gained 10lbs of muscle in my body which he assured me was pretty amazing. He told me that the real focus was to get strong, not to worry about the number on the scale. It was from that moment on, everything clicked for me. I could do strong. My focus on how i viewed my body from that one conversation with him changed my entire life.
Then one day, he introduced me to heavy weight lifting. I started doing squats and deadlifts with him every week. This for me was where the magic happened. We set goals every week to increase the amount I could lift, and it was so exciting and powerful to be able to push my body to the limits and see what it was truly capable of. My body weight was going down and my ability to lift heavier weights was increasing. It was unbelieveable. Before I knew it I could fit a size 2 or an Xtra Small, yet my body weight was at 140lbs, which blew my mind.I stopped looking at a scale. I started viewing food in a different way as I was eating to feed my body and give me strength to lift. I carried my body in a different, more confident way than I had before since my core and back became so strong, my waist so tiny, my legs so muscular and strong. The Mom belly was gone, My skin glowed, my mood changed, lifting heavy weights became a true way for me to deal with the stress in my life in a healthy way. Every person in my life told me that they had never seen me look so amazing, and asked me what was my secret. It truly was Evan and his unbelievable fitness program that in such a short amount of time, got me not only to my goal weight, but actually changed my life in such a positive way. I have so much more energy now to play with my daughter, so much more confidence when I try on clothes. To be 36 years old, and finally have a bikini body is pretty awesome!!
I would recommend Evan to anyone who is wanting to reach their fitness goals. Whether you are interested in weight loss, muscle building or strength training, he is an unbelievable trainer who motivates from a place of wanting to see individuals succeed. I have so much fun training with him, it doesn't feel like work. Set a goal, put your trust in him, and watch the amazing transformation you will have with your body and fitness level!
Evan is tough but gauges all exercises to my abilities. As we have trained together I have gradually been able to do more rigorous workouts than I would have ever done before. I have added muscle and notice more strength in other activities. I have had friends notice that I have "nice biceps". that is a real compliment since I always had skinny arms. I am 70 years old so strength is very important, as a person ages, to prevent falls and generally maintain good health.
Another positive is that Evan is always prepared for a session. He has planned the workout and we move through it with as much speed as is comfortable for me.
After trying every diet and workout regimen under the sun, without great success for results, I decide to try going the personal training route! I loved the idea that I could tell someone my personal fitness goals and they could guide me there with proper workouts, nutrition advice and coach me along the way! When I met Evan for my first one-on-one training experience I felt I was in good hands! He definitely makes you feel very comfortable and always makes sure throughout each workout that you are okay. He has a way of pushing your limits safely and leaves you feeling like you just had the best workout each time!
Maggie S.