I've been training with Kristen for almost 6 months and I absolutely adore her!!! She always has my…read moregoals in mind, is super responsive & always on time. She pushes me to work harder & that is exactly what I need!

Kristen is always on her A game - positive energy and a focused approach to training. Before I…read morestarted training with Kristen, my routine was kind of stagnant and I was struggling to make the progress that I was aiming for. After just a few short months she's got me feeling like the Incredible Hulk - I'm reaching goals and getting the muscle definition that I've been striving a few years to get. Highly recommended!

Coach Rick greatly improved my running technique and endurance in 3 short weeks. I had a looming…read morephysical fitness test which I needed to run a certain time to pass. Coach Rick came up with a plan that pushed me, but didn't break me. I was always able to show up to the next session ready to go without lingering soreness. It wasn't easy and the weather wasn't always cooperative but Coach Rick was there rain or shine. I passed my physical fitness test and without Coach Rick I wouldn't have been offered a spot in the academy. I recommend him to anyone and everyone!

My wife and I have been training with Rick for a while now. He is effective without being…read moreoverbearing. He is able to attend to each of our goals, strengths and weaknesses, and monitors our progress closely, helping us perfect our form. I appreciate the fact that he he motivates us in a very practical and rational way - ie, he isn't pushy or obnoxious about it as some trainers are. It's also convenient to meet with him, as he works out of several area gyms.

Celeste is a highly skilled trainer. Celeste is one of the nicest, coolest and intelligent people I…read morehave met in my life. She brings amazing energy and taught me new and exciting work outs. I am so grateful to have met her and learned from her. I actually love going to the gym now. I feel stronger and motivated. She is very positive and uplifting.

In addition to being an amazing human, Celeste is an awesome trainer!  She brings tons of…read moreenthusiasm and energy to each workout which helps to get me motivated on days I would rather not be at the gym.   Celeste has a wealth of knowledge and is always adding new exercises or ways to execute old ones to keep my interest peeked and my body challenged. I've had a couple of physical injuries during our time together and Celeste quickly adapted my training.  Focusing on other muscle groups during the healing process and slowly bringing my strength, flexibility and balance back after. Training with Celeste has benefited my perspective in other areas of my life too and I feel more empowered than ever before. Thank you and I am thrilled to be on this fitness journey with her!

I love working with Lauren! Starting strength training for the first time in my 60's, I was…read morelooking for a trainer who would tailor workouts to me. That's what Lauren is doing and we are seeing results after only a month and a half. Her technical knowledge is strong and, best of all, her interpersonal skills are amazing. She really encourages and challenges me. I strongly recommend Payne Personal Training!

Meeting Lauren for our first session was the highlight of my week & each session since has been…read moreexactly the same. I loathe working out, I do not have a history of nutrition or physical activity--for a very short stunt of time years ago, I frequented LA Fitness for personal training & bemoaned the arrival of each session. I am a moderately anxious, depressive mother of 2 & Lauren does what not even myself can do: she makes me feel good. She makes me strong! She makes me peer toward the future of the possibility--no, plausibility--of being good & strong! I look forward to our sessions each week & I look forward to seeing her. She's a trainer, that's for sure, but she's also become a friend & I am so fortunate to have her in my life. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone to get them out of a rut, & keep them going. This is what personal training is all about, right? It's not just lifting weights & doing jumping jacks. It's about finding someone who helps facilitate lifestyle changes, manages to keep you pushing yourself over humps, & somehow makes it...enjoyable? Damn, I did not think it could be done. Lauren does it.

I joined this gym for the location and I committed to a year membership! My old gym was HIIT only,…read moreand this place is a mix of solid, strength-building programming, some yoga/stretching, kettlebells, and conditioning/HIIT classes. There's a mix of equipment which keeps it fun. Honestly a huge plus to me is the gentle warm up & prep work we take before diving into the weights. I really feel like the focus here is on steady, controlled progress. Each month has a new program and they provide a way for you to track your progress. I'm a nerd and appreciate the consistency! The trainers are all friendly and knowledgeable. I've never heard anyone say "Beach Body" and I really appreciate that. Small classes give it a real neighborhood vibe and I've made a few new friends- no small thing in this endless time of never leaving your house!

Not happy towards the end of my membership!......................................Blair tried…read morecalling me so we can discuss the issue but I was already upset and I had nothing else to say.

I feel incredibly privileged to have Mike and John right around the corner. No kidding -- I would…read morecross the city for them. When we all were forced to stay at home, I didn't know what I'd do without my almost daily trips to their gym. It's a testimony to their commitment and creativity, though, that they instantly pivoted to virtual classes without missing a beat. I've seen how other gyms in the neighborhood have gone "virtual" -- but none of them offer fully interactive classes where the instructors still provide that personal feedback. Both of them are naturals are making a virtual environment have that live class intimacy and energy. As a result, all of the qualities that brought me over to their gym in the first place still apply. They combine an expertise in movement, a really friendly vibe, and a a teacher's sense of how to structure personal training and group classes to be both fun and challenging. At whatever level you are at, whatever your body's needs, Mike and John will listen and create a program in which you will stay motivated and grow.

I cannot say enough about Mike's knowledge, expertise, care and concern for his clients. I trained…read morewith him for 6 months before my twin boys arrived early and priorities had to shift. Mike's focus on the health and wellness of his clients above all else ensures your time and effort is maximized and always directed in the best possible ways. I very much appreciated his coaching and easy going yet focused, inspirational-without-trying manner. The results were visible and I enjoyed the work -- and it was work! Here I am, months later, no longer living in the city, finally writing a review. His service, and the results, were that good.

I've known Dave for several years and can tell you he is a wise, dedicated, and focused personal…read moretrainer. He demonstrates to clients how they should exercise and coaches them to to a place of change. What I particularly like about Dave is how he doesn't over-push people but instead, motivates them (big difference). He also knows his stuff and you can see that by the way he maintains his own body. If you are looking for trainer that will spend time helping you reach your goals and model healthy behaviors, he's a great choice. He's worth every penny. I only wish he had his own studio. I'd signup in a heartbeat.

My significant other and I have trained with Dave for over 5 years. He is a certified personal…read moretrainer, and is always working toward more education on nutrition, strength, and health. His workouts are tough but fair, and he finds the areas where you are weak and helps develop them into strengths. (for me, push ups=BARF, but now I can do FIFTY of 'em!). He has worked us through injury with compassion. He also knows how to dole out a KITA when you need it, but won't let you hurt yourself. This past spring we trained for a race together, and he created a team that competed and finished strong. His personable approach to training demystifies weight training/ nutrition/ cardio and allows you to take that knowledge into other workouts on your own. You'd better brush up on your Hawks, Bears, & Cubs trivia before you go!

I absolutely love my yoga instructor! Cris She is kind, patient, and very professional. She always…read moremakes me feel comfortable and relaxed during class. After every session, I feel refreshed and full of positive energy. Highly recommend her!

I have been going to see Cris at Form Follows Fitness for at least 2 years now, and it was the best…read morechoice I ever made. She made me enjoy working out with her routines which are very rarely the same. Her positive attitude made me feel like I was in a supportive space. I am stronger than I ever have been due to what I call her 'ninja moves', which is meant as a compliment. I say this because she'll have you do an exercise with a weight, at first it seems simple and easy and you will think you could do this exercise all day with more weight, but you continue with this simple exercise, and you realize your muscle is burning. Ow! Without a doubt, she possesses knowledge on all the highly efficient techniques for targeting each muscle group! Her studio is bright and always clean with all of the equipment you will need to get a great workout.