Success Stories
“The Alternative to debilitating arthritis”
Three years ago, when I was nearing 50, I was so debilitated by arthritis, there were days I could walk upstairs to my office only very slowly and with great pain. I was afraid I was going to be permanently crippled. I visited my doctor, who told me that unless I began resistance training to strengthen my muscles and take the pressure off my joints, I very likelywould be crippled. As unappealing as the prospect of lifting weights then was, the alternative wasn’t an option.
Today, after nearly three years of twice weekly sessions with Stacey Hardin, I can’t imagine ever wanting to stop training. At 52, not only am I stronger and healthier than before, but also more confident. I still, of course have arthritis, as there’s no cure, but thanks to Stacey, we’ve contained it to occasional flare-ups that we manage with targeted stretches following my workouts. Once again, I am able to do all the things I love–dance, play golf, and run around the backyard with my grandson! Even my doctor is impressed. “Wow, look at those abs,” she said. “Tell your trainer that whatever she’s doing, she’s doing the right thing.”
But teaching proper diet and exercise isn’t all that Stacey does right. Both professional and caring, she treats each of her clients as individuals, knowing the most positive ways of motivating each to achieve his or her goals. She sees her clients not as bodies to be strengthened but as whole persons to be realized and celebrated. Her outlook being as contagious as her laughter, working with her hasn’t been work at all. It’s been a joy.
V. Kane
“Best place in town to get in shape!”
“The best place in town to get into shape. Trainers care about your health and well-being and are very accommodating. They seek to give you the best training to your ability. Programs vary so that the training is NEVER boring. The running and cycling programs are also excellent. Dale Benedict and his staff are of the highest quality.”
M. James
“You can do it”
What a beautiful world I live in! I’m 73 years old and I feel WONDERFUL! It’s largely because of Dale Benedict. He does nothing but abuse my body. He tells me to lift weights that I know are impossible for me to get out of the stand, much less raise over my head 15 times. But Dale says “you can do it” and I do. He tells me to run on the treadmill. I reply, “I’m not a runner, I walk on the treadmill, I’ll fall if I run.” But Dale says “you can do it” and I do. He takes me outdoors, wants me to walk with giant steps and squat each time I step. I tell him “I’m not an athlete, I’m clumsy, I’ll fall and hurt myself.” But Dale says “you can do it”, and I do.
Dale is full of charm and charisma, as patient as a saint, and as tenacious as a tiger. My six sons tell me I must keep this man in my life, even if I must forgo other pleasures.
These six boys, all of whom are older than Dale, are hoping for another 40-50 years of freedom from a helpless, sickly mother. But I know they are right because I’m hoping for another 70 years of travel and adventure. I just returned from a trip that would tax the endurance of a 40 year old. I owe my ability to survive such trips to Dale and his training. His certain confidence in me, his persistence in pushing me even harder will keep me strong enough to live the lifestyle I enjoy. How lucky I am to have found such a treasure with The Training Studio almost in my backyard.
P. Garvey
“The Best day of my life!”
I started my journey with only a vague notion that I wanted to do an Ironman, with really no idea of what that meant exactly or what all that that would entail. Oh, and I had not really done a triathlon before and couldn’t swim. So, I reached out to Dale and Amy of The Training Studio for help, knowing they would have their hands full.
Dale provided the Master Plan, the Big Picture that kept me on track for over a year. With his guidance, advice and counsel, I found myself achieving one milestone after the next. I was doing things I wasn’t sure that I could do. In the final weeks leading up to Ironman, everything came together, just as Dale said it would and I peaked in time for the race.
The biggest challenge proved to be the open water swim. After a couple of really bad starts, Dale, approached me, and asked if he could help. Would swimming with me be helpful? Not one to accept help willingly, I jumped on the offer out of desperation. He swam beside me stroke for stroke through my first ½ Ironman. I’d like to say that I didn’t need it, but just seeing him side-stroking alongside me was a key turning point. I didn’t see any of the other local coaches assisting their athletes in this way. When I got out of the Ohio River that day, I knew I would be able to pursue my Ironman dream.
Amy did the same for me on race day and trained beside me day in and day out. Her advice was priceless and her presence throughout the journey gave it warmth, laughter and special meaning that I’ll treasure for the rest of my life.
So, to Dale and Amy, I thank you both for the “Best Day of My Life” and one the greatest years filled with achievement.
I also trained with a laminated card in my pocket and carried it on race day. Here’s what it said:
“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. . . You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” Eleanor Roosevelt
B. Casper
“Caring and kind personal training experience”
“Having a facility like The Training Studio is quite a comfort for someone who does not live in town. It has a welcoming atmosphere, extremely professional, encouraging and I always leave wanting more. I wish I lived in Louisville all year round as Dale and his staff give a confident, caring and kind personal training experience.”
N. Llewellyn
“Not all Trainers are the Same”
“In 2002 I joined a fitness center to get back in shape. At the time I was 66 years old, diagnosed with arthritis, severe emphysema and COPD. After two years working with a personal trainer, I became very discouraged. I hadn’t seen any improvement in my physical condition. I hadn’t lost any weight, didn’t not feel any different and still had to stop several times climbing stairs because of my emphysema.
In 2004, I attended a Women’s Expo at my church. Stacey Hardin was speaking on health and fitness. I was very impressed by what she had to say and decided to give her a call. That phone call literally changed my life. I have lost 25 pounds, 6% body fat and have gone from a size 16 pant to a 10. Even better, I now can go straight up a flight of stairs without stopping, which is a good thing, since Stacey’s studio is on the second floor. One of my doctors said I have the heart of a 20 year old (pretty good for someone who is now 73).
One of the things I appreciate most about the Training Studio is that they really listen to their clients and tailor fitness programs to fit each person’s individual health and physical ability, but always with a goal to increase strength, endurance and to improve overall health. All of the trainers, Stacey, Dale and Amy are very caring people and want to do the best for their clients.
Coming to the Training Studio was one of the best decisions of my life. If the studio were to be rated, in my opinion, it would be a 10!
M. Buisson
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