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Bonnie K, Comp. & Benefits Manager

What would you do if you were an over-50, cancer survivor, unfit, overweight woman? If you were me you'd Google for a personal trainer in Chicago and find Train with Ron. This was back in June, 2007. Seven months later, I've already lost over 40 lbs, I have more strength and endurance than I did when I was 30. And if I didn't have to work I'd probably be training with Ron and his trainers DB and Matt every day. They have actually make fitness fun. Don't get me wrong, it is hard work — but the motivation they provide, along with the education on both a fitness level and nutrition level is remarkable. I have never run a day in my life — until I started training with TWR. I'm actually starting to run and love it. My knees were a mess. But they were patient and helped me strengthen the muscles below and above the knee and now I'm even doing lunges. I was a little nervous when I first started because I am older and was really out of shape, but everyone there (including other clients) has been supportive, encouraging and challenges me to do my best. I can't say enough about Train with Ron, except if you want to get back in shape...or just want to improve your fitness level, you can't go wrong working with Ron and his team. My goal for the next six months...run a 5k race, and take off another 40-50 lbs! As long as I'm training with TWR I actually think I'll make it.

Eric R., IT Professional

I had always thought of myself as being in "good shape", but the reality was that I was gaining weight and becoming less active with each passing year. After I hit my 30s, I had been perpetually stuck in the cycle of starting a training program, quitting it because of some injury and then starting it up again. I had good intentions, but I wasn't really making any progress. Shortly before my 37th birthday when I hit my heaviest weight of 235 lbs with 29% body fat percentage, I found Ron and started training with him 3 times a week. Within 6 months, I've dropped 15 lbs off of my weight and reduced my body fat percentage by 10% and become stronger now than when I was 27.

Here are the top 10 reasons why I will continue to train with Ron:

Matt Larson, Engineering Graduate Student Cornell University

I worked with Ron as part of a national competition to loose body fat. From our first session it became evident Ron was different that other trainers I had encountered. More than just breaking a sweat, Ron wanted me to understand what I was doing and why. He's not a drill sergeant, but more a teacher and motivator of healthy living — both by exercise and diet. Don't get me wrong, Ron knows how to push you to your limits. He draws every ounce of effort out of you while leaving you thrilled to have done so. He pairs creativity and continuity of exercises to keep workouts fresh but familiar and comfortable. If you need a pick up, he'll jump right in beside you to help get you through. Most of all, I have to respect Ron for his dedication to his cause and most importantly to his clients. Not only does he walk his talk, he'll do just about anything to help you walk yours. 6 weeks and countless hours with Ron taught me a lot about my body, how to take care of it and train it, as well as dedication to self and goal setting. In addition to it all, I walked away with $5,000 as the grand-prize winner.

D. Evans, FBI Special Agent Hopeful

When I started the training program with Ron, I had a goal, which was to pass a physical fitness requirement in order to be hired by the FBI. I listened to Ron's advice and to supplement my training with him, I followed the 30 on 30 off program at home along with improving what I ate, based on his guidance. In about a few months, I barely recognized myself. I made my goal, which was to pass the fitness test. Moreover, what I didn't think about when I started training was how much my body would change. I had a whole new set of concerns that aren't so bad to have - none of my clothes fit me anymore. In a matter of 6 months, I went from a size 8 to a size 4. I am healthy, fit, strong, and best of all, I'll been able to obtain a long-time dream of becoming a Special Agent due to Ron's help. Thanks Ron!

Ladd

Before I started coming to Train With Ron, sure I had worked out on my own, changed my diet and made significant changes to my body. I would take time off and when I got started back up again I would follow the same routine and lacked the results I had seen previously. I was never much into cardio and I knew I needed a change as I felt like I had hit the wall with no where else to go. That's when I started coming to Train With Ron and it has been the best thing I have ever done for myself. Not only did Ron give me the change that my workouts and body needed, he has boosted my cardio to levels I thought were unimaginable. His unique style is something you have to experience to believe and don't by fooled by the word "trainer". Some may think of a trainer as a drill sergeant yelling at you to get down and do 20! Not the case here. Ron designs workouts that challenge every part of your body and is nothing but encouraging and motivating the entire time. I have gained strength, gone from 16% body fat to 10% in a month and my energy levels have increased like never before. I challenge anyone who works out on their own or with a trainer to give TWR a try because it blows anything that you’re currently doing away! Thanks Ron and the entire staff at TWR!

Adam R, Small Business Owner

I began working with Ron about a month before I was to run the Chicago marathon. I thought I was in good shape, having been training all summer, but his workouts changed my beliefs on fitness.

I didn't mention it at the time, but I had wanted to try something a little harder. I had been interested in the sport of Ultrarunning, that is -- covering distances greater than the marathon's 26.2 miles (but typically 50 or more) in a single effort. These runs usually take place in wooded trails made up of rocks, roots, stream crossings, mud and plenty of hills. Suffice to say, they make the marathon look easy in comparison. I had to try.

On April 14th, 2007, I succeeded. In 12 hours and 58 minutes I ran 50 miles, finishing 40th out of 122 runners. The day was cold and wet; the course technical and steep; and the race unlike anything I have ever done. I attribute my success to the time spent working with Ron and his team in the gym. Perhaps, most importantly, is the mental strength I've acquired while working with them. It took a certain level of resolve to continue knowing that there were still 7 hours of running left ahead of me. Despite the pain (which there was a lot of), quitting was not an option.

Training with Ron has allowed me to discover that the fears, doubts and limitations I once believed to be true are nothing more than illusions. Over the months, I have gained more than just an improved physique: I am more confident, more determined and more dedicated throughout all areas of my life. I can't thank him enough.

Erica W, TV Executive

I have been training with Ron for over a year now. The great thing about training with Ron, is he always keeps it interesting and he makes the workouts custom for every client. I never feel as though I am repeating workouts or bored. A few months ago however, I hit "the training wall" as I am sure most who work out regularly do, at some point during the year. When I expressed this to Ron, he gave me a new 30 on 30 off to try on my own and I feel so much better. I now do 30 on 30 off on my days when I am not training with Ron. I am able to work out harder and I am far less sore after my hour with him than I used to be! Most importantly, I have re-gained my motivation!

Marie G

I recently moved back to Chicago from Boca Raton, FL and the first order of business was to lose the weight I had gained and also get back to healthy living. I found Ron on a simple Google search, and so I had no expectations. But from the moment I met him, I knew he was going to be exactly what I needed to help me achieve my fitness goals. He walks the talk, and he does it all in a way where he doesn't come off as overconfident, like most trainers. Ron listens to you, he understands what your looking to achieve, determines how much you are willing to work for it, and then he just does what he does best! Granted, when I first started there were days of not being able to move my lower body and/or feeling like I was going to pass-out midway through sessions; however, through those times, Ron constantly praises your efforts, and keeps you motivated. Within a month and half, I am faster, stronger, recovery is instant, I have way more energy, and most importantly, I have begun to see some real body-transformation results. He taught me about nutrition and how the body reacts to food, and how healthy living is not a quick fix, but rather a way of life. Ron is the real deal, and through our daily workouts I find myself being so inspired by his commitment to genuinely wanting to help people. Thank you Ron!

Maggie M, Waitress

I can't say enough good things about Training With Ron. I have been dancing most of my life—ballet, modern, jazz and have used many techniques to supplement my training: pilates, yoga, running, weight training, breathing exercises and personal training. Now I breakdance and need the most athletic conditioning there is. "Training With or Train With Ron" is exactly as he says, TRAINING! He has honed his unique training style to an art and he seamlessly and gracefully leads more than one client at a time, so that even I, with a waitress's paycheck, can afford his expertise and benefit from the flow and energy of the people working around me. He balances every workout, pulling more out of me than I thought I had, yet never daunting me with impossible tasks. He has paid attention from day one to my personal goals. I have never had more faith in a training regimen or athletic navigator than I do with Ron and I am learning much, even on top of years of previous study. There are few true masters of an art, and Ron and his staff are the real thing.

Debbie S.

I started seeing Ron about 2 years ago. I had always been an athlete and was intially skeptical to go to a trainer based on my attitude that I could self-motivate and get the same results on my own. Ron hasn't only changed that belief system, but has seriously changed my life in the way I look, feel, and live. When I first met Ron, I learned very quickly that he wasn't your typical "muscle-head" trainer. He trains you as an individual, seeks to understand your body , pushes you to your own limit, and most importantly is educated and understands human physiology more than most would think a personal trainer would.

Now, I am on the cusp of turning 34, am in the best shape I have ever been in my entire life, I am toned in a way I never deemed possible, and have never felt as physically good, strong, thin, and confident as I feel now, after having been trained by Ron for the past 2 years. Especially if you are a woman who has just completed your first set of pull-ups, it's the single-most empowering moment you're ever going to feel.

He's the best there is and his training sessions are as good as it gets. I am writing this commentary because he has inexplicably changed my life, and anyone considering personal training needs to set up an appointment with Ron because he will undeniably have that same effect on you.

Eynav E. Attorney At Law

Training with Ron has really made a huge difference in my fitness level. I can see the increase in strength and in my endurance levels. Running, push-ups, pull-up and other activities were things I thought only other people could do, and now I am doing those things every week. Ron's style is to push hard, while still being supportive and letting you know that working hard, even if you don't succeed, is what it is all about. The atmosphere at Train With Ron is a lot of fun, we all joke around and chat (when we can catch our breath). I look forward to my workouts!

Jen M, TV Executive

Training with Ron and his wonderful staff...where do I begin? Truthfully, I can say this has been the most positive physical conditioning experience of my life. My only regret is that I didn't find out about it sooner. I've never been a person who wakes up in the morning and can't wait to get to the gym, in fact, I loathed it. However, things have certainly changed. The workout I get from Ron is unlike anything I've ever experienced. Each week is different than the week before, personalized for you every time. At Train With Ron you get professional, knowledgeable instruction, but its always with a smile and loads of encouragement. All of the trainers are so wonderful and fun. Now the important questions...is it working, have I seen results, am I stronger, am I more physically fit? YES, YES, YES and YES! The workouts are intense, very intense, but never boring. I still get very sore the day after a workout (sometimes 2 days after). It won't be easy, you will work hard. You will likely work harder than you ever have before, but it's worth every minute, I promise! From your initial consultation, you'll be addicted. One of the goals I wanted to achieve was to be more in shape at 32 than I was at 22. I feel like that's already happened...and I'm still 31.

TM, International Bank VP/Rugby Player

I was burned out on running and lifting to train for rugby season. My work schedule left me with little energy and self-motivation for exercise. Consequently, I faded into "ex-athlete" status and was lost in the fitness wilderness, so to speak. Then I met Ron and Ron had a plan for me. His unique combination of lunges, sprints, and fast-paced lifting plus The Sled and The Tank have dramatically improved my fitness level, prepared me for rugby season, and most importantly reignited my desire to train vigorously.

If you want a personal trainer dedicated to your success, and you want to get fit in a fun, challenging, and exciting environment, you must visit Ron. If you hold up your end of the bargain, you will see positive, measurable results.

Elisa, Vice President

Before working with Ron I had worked with other trainers and I worked out on a regular basis. I also had the same "dreaded" feeling every time I woke up to go to the gym. I always got to the point in my workouts where it felt stale and boring. Ron has taught me a new lifestyle. I wake up now and look forward to my workouts every morning. I have more energy and feel better about my body. Ron's workouts are challenging and different every time. You walk out of the gym feeling better than when you walked in.

Beyond what Ron teaches during the sessions, Ron has taught me his "treadmill routines." These are amazing workouts that push you to the limits. It is more challenging and more diverse than the standard jogging on the treadmill for 30 minutes. It is also a great way to motivate and push yourself when you aren't training with Ron.

My largest accomplishment that I have achieved with Ron's help has been pull-ups. The thought of doing one used to just scare me. When I fist started these I would just hang without the strength to do one. My goal was just to do one. I can now do 17 pull-ups and my new goal is to do 20!

I feel stronger inside and outside of the gym. These workouts have changed my life and now my lifestyle.

Karen B. Attorney At Law

After not working out for almost an entire year, my goal was to get back to the gym. Ron made it very easy to achieve that goal and stick with it. After the first session with Ron, I was hooked. I love the combination of cardio and strength training. It is very different than anything I have done before and really makes you feel like you are working hard. He mixes up the workouts and gives you new things each session, so you never get bored. Ron is very motivational without being over the top. He is a wealth of knowledge on everything sports and nutrition, and can answer any and all questions. I also love the treadmill workouts Ron gives you for the days you don't see him. They are quick and efficient and do the trick in the least amount of time. It's really, really tough, but I keep coming back for more!

Mary, FBI Agent

I had been working out with a trainer for a year and a half before I came to Ron. I was happy where I was at, yet I wanted to maintain what I had achieved. I also wanted to firm and tone my arms and abs—something I had told my previous trainer. Within a couple of months I was noticing results that I had not previously seen. I used to affectionally refer to my arms as "dough rollers"—as an Italian I thought that is all they were good for with the jiggly by the tricep. This summer I wore sleeveless shirts with pride because of the definition I now see and friends commented on them. I definitely know I am in the best shape of my life. I look forward to the workouts— even on the mornings it is hard to get out of bed. Ron is great at judging my mood and adjusts my workout accordingly. He pushes me to get to the next level and taught me the meaning of "failure is a good thing!" The workouts are creative and challenging. I also enjoy Ron's flexibility in my schedule and he always finds a partner for me to work out with. During group sessions you can see that we are all at different levels, yet Ron is able to customize our work out to make sure we are getting the most out of it. It is also motivating to see where others are at and strive to get to that next level. I highly recommend Train With Ron—you'll be surprised at how fast the hour goes!

Maureen & Mary P., Teachers

We've had the pleasure of training with Ron since last March (04). Before we started training with Ron, we worked out faithfully 5 days a week & laughed at the idea of having a personal trainer. We had our own routine of cardio & weights & were quite content. Boy were we wrong! After our first session with Ron we were hooked! We thought we'd do it for maybe two months, well here we are, over a year later, & we cannot ever imagine stopping our training with Ron. Although we were fit to begin with, we have gained so much more strength & are doing moves/lifts /intervals we never dreamed we'd be able to do. Each session with Ron is unique, and he seems to know just what our bodies need each session to be challenged to their fullest potential. He's always "shocking" our bodies with innovative ideas. Aside from being an incredible personal trainer, Ron is truly a remarkable person. His style of training is demanding, yet his personality is so encouraging. He really empathizes with each and every move, yet he persists because he knows what our bodies are capable of achieving. He has this magical ability to say just what we need to hear when we're ready to give up. Ron is the most genuine person you'll ever meet. He has truly found his niche in life, and we are definitely lifetime members.

KJ, Teacher

Training with Ron has been a great experience for me. I have been working with Ron for almost six months now. My strength and cardio gains are significant. I have dropped to my goal weight and I have more energy than I did over the last two years. It's the best money I've ever spent...

Michael R., Small Business Owner

Ron is a top-notch professional! He does a fantastic job blending science, experience, expertise and education into a highly customized personal training program. His cardio based weight training workouts remain fresh and generate results. Ron is constantly in tune with good days and not-so-good days and adjusts workouts accordingly. With Ron, you set goals and achieve them!

Will M., Medical Finance

Not having experienced "training" other than a freebie at a local gym, I was uncertain what to expect when I entered Ron's gym last Fall. What I encountered was exactly what I needed. Ron actually listened to my realistic goals and tailored a weekly program that challenged me. The atmosphere at the gym is professional yet relaxed. Ron's style of training is unique in that it is not your typical cardio for 20 minutes followed by the same repetitive weight lifting. Instead, every session I can turn off my mind and put the hour into Ron's hands. The mix of exercises is a series of weights or movements that build strength while taxing your cardiovascular condition! I never realized how many different forms of exercise could build core strength and give me that good exhausted feeling.

J.T Teacher

I have been working out with Ron since January. Ron is a great trainer who is very motivating but not over the top. Since having Ron as my personal trainer I have seen an increase in my strengh and cardio. I also have also toned up and have lost inches in my waist and thighs. He has also helped me to make better choices when it comes to eating properly. Ron is the best! I definitely see a difference in my body and I only have been there since January. It's the best money I've ever spent!

Nicole F. Project Manager

Ron has changed the way I work out forever! The work outs that Ron develops are customized for each person -- challenging and invigorating. The encouragement and instruction have been very useful. I've remained motivated and have started setting more fitness goals for myself. I truly recommend the Ron to anyone who wants to feel better about their body, to have more energy, and to get more positive and focused; in fact, I tell people about Ron all the time and now some of my friends work out with Ron too.

Christine M., Non-profit Executive

On my second day of training, Ron asked me to do off-the-knee push-ups and I thought, this guy must be crazy. I hadn't done a push-up in years. I struggled and did two. I sat there, disappointed, but Ron was pumped up. He knew at that moment where we were starting and had a clear vision for my training going forward. Three months later when I did 65 off-the-toe push-ups I was truly amazed. Was Ron surprised? No, he wasn't. That's because the training routine we did week after week was building up my muscles - at the same time my mental roadblocks were getting knocked down with every session. Having him on the sideline, knowing I would succeed was so great, it really made the experience wonderful.

LS Sales Executive

Ron is one of the most genuine, creative and brilliant people I've ever met. I was a little concerned about training with two or three people at one time. I've been accustomed to one on one sessions with my previous trainer(s). After a few workouts with Ron training three of us at one time I couldn't believe it. I was truly amazed at how Ron can manage several people in one hour and still get the most out of everyone. It's difficult to capture here but there's this incredible energy exchanged with everyone moving around and sweating their butts off. I've never had such intense and immediately gratifying workouts. Everytime I Train with Ron I know I've been pushed to the best of my abilities. In addition, it makes sense for me financially. I've worked with a few trainers over the years and Ron is by far the best! I'm hooked!

Christina R, National Sales Manager

Ron Potocnik is a phenomenal trainer. He combines knowledge with skill as a personal fitness trainer. His enthusiasm and professionalism make going to the gym a pleasure and success.You are lucky to have him as a trainer. In addition, besides doing The Scorpion in yoga class over the weekend, I successfully did Tree Pose for the first time! Both involve balance, strength and concentration. Very cool improvements in my yoga practice that I am sure are due to the weight training. Second, I went to the driving range on Saturday, for the first time this year, and hit golf balls pretty damn well and pretty damn far. Definitely felt like I was getting more power and control than I had in my swing last year.Finally, tennis class tonight was great. I haven't played in a few weeks and my knee is pretty problematic with the side to side movements, but I hit really solidly. My serves and overheads were awesome. Lots of power there and control, where previously these were both weak areas in my game. I owe it all to your training, encouragement and my hard work. You told me I would realize benefits in other athletic areas and I'm really seeing it. Super cool and motivating. Now I just have to eat less and smarter.... Thanks!

Heather T, Attorney at Law

From the minute I saw Ron training another client at my gym, I knew that I wanted to work with him. I had recently had a baby and was anxious about getting back into shape. Working out by myself simply wasn't giving me the results that I was looking for, so I searched for a professional who could push my limits and get me where I wanted to be in as little time as possible.

I could tell just by watching Ron with other clients that he was the trainer for me. His routines were thoughtful and energized, his demeanor was positive and his approach was focused. He also had well-researched advice on nutrition and rest. It was clear that Ron and his clients were there to work, not to chit-chat. Most importantly, at the end of their sessions, Ron's clients had satisfied smiles on their faces. They were on their way to true fitness.

I knew then and there that if I started to work out with Ron on a regular basis, my pre-baby body would be within reach. I was not disappointed--with Ron's help, not only have I lost all of my "baby-weight," but I am leaner, stronger and healthier than I was even before I was pregnant. With Ron's coaching, clients can push to the next level without fearing injury or burn-out. He knows what he's doing. If you put in the work, you get the results you want. Period. He's just a great trainer.

Jake T, Attorney at Law

Ron is a great trainer for all levels of experience. Being new to weight training (and working with a trainer), Ron has been a great. Ron explains each exercise well - breaking it down step by step. He works with you at your level of experience and fitness.

For a beginner, Ron doesn't make strength training intimidating or overwhelming. Ron is extremely knowledgeable about strength training, fitness and nutrition and gives helpful tips and useful information throughout the workout. Ron puts a lot of thought into each workout and each work out is a real physical challenge. No two sessions are ever the same and never are monotonous. Ron really pushes you to your limits.

I would recommend working with Ron to anyone.

ZTJ, Small Business Owner

Ron is a pleasure to work with on many fronts. His background , expertise and knowledge coupled with his pleasant personality size up to a great combination and a wonderful experience. I look forward to working out with Ron as he educates me along with working me out. His professionalism and attention to detail makes the difference for me.

Kara M, Buyer

Before I hired Ron to be my personal trainer, I had been working out on my own at home for a few years but recently had become frustrated. A lack of motivation combined with some recent lifestyle changes contributed to me gaining weight that I couldn't take off. Hiring Ron was one of the best decisions I have ever made for two reasons. He really helped motivate me to lose the weight that I had gained, build a considerable amount of strength and regain my focus. With Ron's help I'm now stronger and in better physical shape than I ever been in my life. In addition, through our training sessions together and many discussions we had about fitness and health, he also inspired me seek a new career path and enter the fitness profession myself. Thanks to Ron, I'm now studying to enter the health and fitness field and I love it.

Tracy K, Network Account Manager

I started with Ron in April to get in shape for my wedding in October. I have always exercised and have even run marathons however I was looking for someone to help me learn the proper techniques of weight lifting. Ron came referred to me by one of my friends that was using him and getting results. I was very leery about the concept of using a personnel trainer but from my first meeting with Ron he set me at ease. My goal was to tone up my arms for my wedding dress and get in the best shape possible to walk down the aisle. In the process of working with Ron not only are my arms getting results but I'm getting leaner in my waist line and just feel healthier. Ron's work outs are not easy but every time I leave a session I feel really great. During each work out with Ron he walks me through what we are doing and why we are doing it. I ask a lot of questions and never yet has Ron said I don't know. His knowledge clearly shows that it is his passion. I have and will continue to refer friends to him.

JSL, Marketing Manager, Kellogg MBA Candidate, Techno DeeJay

I was very skeptical when I signed on for a personal trainer. In fact if it were not for the sales person who put the membership along with the personal training sessions into one price, I would most likely not have purchased sessions. However, I am extremely happy that I was asssigned Ron as my personal trainer. I have been working out pretty regularly for almost 10 years and I thought I knew most of the exercises. But working with Ron, I have learned to use certain exercises in the right combination, use correct form and to push myself to produce results. Also, we change our routine regularly therefore working every muscle group and at times muscles that I didn't even know I had. I get more out of a one hour session with Ron than I did when I worked out twice as long by myself. And since time is a luxury for me, it is definitely money well spent. I am in better shape now working out once, twice max, a week with Ron than when I used work out 4 to 5 times a week by myself or with a friend. I would honestly say that this best shape I have been in since my college crew days 7 years ago but that was working out 6 times a week, 3 hours a day. At the end of the day, nothing bad will ever come with working with Ron – except some sore muscles. Ron encourages me without becoming the over bearing drill sergeant, works to maximize my time and takes the time to understand ultimately what my fitness goals are – plus he works with my schedule. Ron also makes working out fun and enjoyable – he's a real easy going person that is easy to talk too, not the typical fitness freak you see on TV selling the "Super-Max Ab Blaster Plus!" To say I am happy my training experience with Ron would be an understatement. I work out less minutes but I'm in better shape, what more can I ask for?!

Amy N, Manager of Human Resources - IBM

For the last eight months I have trained with Ron and can say without question I would not be where I am today had it not been for his support and encouragement. Ron keeps our time together upbeat and challenging session after session. There are times I think he is insane but the excitement and commitment he brings to his training motivates you to push past your own walls and achieve things you never thought possible. I have seen a remarkable difference in my energy level and physical endurance since I began working with Ron. Plus, he lets you choose the music, what more could you want?

Dorie, Financial Consultant - Smith Barney

I have enjoyed working with Ron for the sense of commitment and professionalism that he brings to each training session. He comes prepared with thoughtful exercises that fit with my goals. Ron takes an interest in each of his clients and really gets to the core of my goals. He inspires me to dig deeper and push harder than I ever would on my own. I respect Ron for pursuing a career that he is passionate about and I feel that he has his heart in to making me successful. Ron will go above and beyond to help me and he follows through on his word. An example of Ron's commitment was clear to me when he prepared a spreadsheet for me to track my daily eating. This is outside the typical trainer experience. I am very thankful that I train with Ron.

Katie M, TV Producer

Ron Potocnik has been training me for three months and I've never felt better! I work 70 hours a week and Ron's sessions give me the energy I need to get through the day. His knowledge about fitness and attention to my personal goals are exceptional. Before I started training with Ron, I was addicted to cardio but my body did not feel fit and strong. With Ron's guidance, I started weight training and love it. I am leaner, stronger and my body shape is changing. I look more fit and feel great! I would recommend Ron to anyone who wants to look and feel their BEST and to my closest friends.)

Tom T, General Manager

Working out with Ron has been a blast! I never realized while training for marathons and triathlons, that I was missing such a huge component to my overall fitness level and that was core strength training. Ron's method of fast paced lifting and core strength exercises combined with diet, has helped me reach a higher performance level and better race times. I've lost weight, improved my overall strength, speed and flexibility. Ron will find the right exercises and pace to fit anyone. Ron's gym is a great and comfortable place to work out. The sessions are strenuous, but enjoyable and bottom line is to feel better and I do.

Judie L, Vice President of Sales

Before I started training with Ron, I could barely do one push up and rarely did much more than go to the gym once a week. I've been training with Ron for almost a year and I did 50 push ups the other night! And I actually enjoyed it! Ron makes working out so much more than a work out - it's fitness on a whole new level. I have found that I enjoy the personal challenge more than anything and look forward to our sessions each week. Ron has a way of pushing my limits while making the whole experience enjoyable. I have referred a few friends, who are now loyal clients as well...we all enjoy the personal attention in the comfortable atmosphere of Train With Ron.

Jane, Manager-Banking

In May of 2005, I began a new job with a renewed commitment to a work/life balance that included getting into a workout routine. I had just left a job working very long and inconsistent hours which in turn made me unmotivated to begin a new workout regimen on my own. To top that off, I had 2 knee surgeries in 1 year (caused from a fall after running) and with lack of activity, I put on excess weight. Sounds pretty pathetic, huh.

Well, my new job introduced me to new colleagues and one of them told me about Ron. She encouraged me to meet with him to learn about his training style. In my first meeting with Ron, he spent time listening to me about my goals/restrictions. and then took me through a real-life workout "according to Ron". At the end of my session, he told me he could promise me 3 things in one month; 1) increased energy, 2) increased endurance and 3) increased in strength. He also told me that he could work with 3 clients with 3 different fitness levels and still give us each a challenging workout. From that 1st session, I decided to give Ron's training style a try. One key thing that was important to me was that I gain strength to be able to walk without pain and without having to limp (all residual effects from the knee surgeries).

I have been working out with Ron on a consistent basis since last summer (almost 7 months now)...and one day while I was walking my dog, I suddenly realized that I no longer walked with a limp and the pain was practically non-existent. Then, again, one morning when Ron had me working on sit down/squats...I realized I no longer had to hold on to anything to steady myself so that I could stand up. This was huge for me as the knee surgeries left me with reduced strength in a lot of areas. I attribute these small successes to Ron's training style, patience (even when I had none) and pushing me to the next level.

While I am still working on my weight loss goals, I have seen significant improvement in my strength, endurance and energy. I attribute that to Ron's training style and his ability to keep me motivated to keep moving forward, even if it's only small steps. These small successes are beginning to mesh into huge successes for me. I am looking forward to my weight loss goals and eventually (hopefully) being able to run a 5k.

Thanks, Ron!

Timora A, Promotional Marketing Sales

I've never met anyone who has such passion for a career like Ron does. After many conversations with Ron, about how important weight training & proper nutrition are, I decided to join a gym. I quickly became bored with all the cardiovascular activity and was too afraid to use the weight room. After picking Ron's brain for a few months I decided to train with him. Ron has taught me the importance of combining weight training & proper nutrition to benefit from working out. Working out has become a hobby to me now. I look forward to working out with Ron because I know that he will KICK MY BUTT! I've been working out with Ron now for 6 months and have never felt or looked better in my life. About 1 year ago, I would look at other women & say, "I wish I had her body!" Now, I hear people say that about me. Not only do I look and feel great, but also I'm a much healthier person with a lot more energy. I now feel confident working out on my own in the weight room since Ron has shown me the proper way to use weights. Weight training is something that is very important to me and I know that I will continue to do for the rest of my life!