Liz Whalen
“Even though I considered myself to be moderately active, I'd never learned what made a good workout. My most success previously had been from casual cross-country running, but I wasn't happy with my running skill and it was difficult to keep up during colder months when I was forced to run on a treadmill. I soon realized that my workouts weren't cutting it -- even running consistently and using the cardio machines wouldn't prepare me for the rigors of Liz's Boot Camps! With Liz's training, I now have the ability to push myself to work my body to the same intensity I do in boot camp. And since I can do these workouts on my own schedule, as often as I want, I've noticed even better results with my body shape, fitness, and strength.”
--Margie
“Working with Liz has been a wonderful learning experience. She shares a lot of knowledge about exercise, and finds creative, challenging and entertaining ways to get me moving and keep me engaged. I'm very satisfied with the pride and increased focus and strength I've achieved through personal training.”
--Elspeth
“Liz is a great personal trainer. I have been to so many I can't remember them all, but Liz has been the best. She is very knowledgeable and tailors my workouts to what activity or event I am training for at the time. She listens and encourages me where I need it and takes things a bit easier when I need that. I have some medical issues with my joints. Liz has been great about modifying my workouts for that as well. Thanks Liz. You rock.”
--Gillian
“I’ve been working with Liz for 10 months and I’m very pleased with not only my results but her approach to personal training. I’ve worked with other trainers over the years and they all seemed to put me through the same routine time and time again. That’s not the case with Liz. She has a different routine every day, already planned out and truly working the parts of my body that need it. Why do I mention this? I don’t have a chance for boredom because of her creativity and background. Overall a wonderful and beneficial experience. “
--Darren
"I've been a member of Pinnacle for the last 10 years and did my standard workouts 3-4 days a week until a year and half ago. A friend asked if I wanted to join her in weekly personal training sessions with Liz. I saw such instant results that I decided to continue training with Liz for my upcoming wedding. The weekly workouts with Liz helped me define muscle, lose inches, and overall made me a stronger, healthier person. I wouldn't have been able to get these results by myself. Liz was a big part of making me a slimmer, more toned bride; so much so that we refer to her workouts at "Bridal Boot Camp." My seamstress actually wanted me to stop working out to prevent any more alterations. I had lost 2 dress sizes within 7 months. Thanks Liz for being such a motivator, trainer, and friend!"
--Laura
"As someone who was stuck in the same old gym routine, working with Liz completely re-energized and revitalized my workouts. I had little to no experience with strength training, much less how to do a proper squat. My training sessions with Liz really completed my workouts. I feel like I finally know how to get the most out of my time at the gym. Liz has the patience and the push to get you motivated and keep coming back for more. That was what I was really missing from my workouts before I started personal training."
--Megan
“After a continuous yo-yo of working out consistently and falling off the horse, I decided that now is the time to start a regular exercise routine and stick with it. I realized that I would get sick of doing the same routine week after week so I started personal training. Since I have been training, I feel that I have a plan and need to stick to it. My body feels great, my mind feels sharper, and overall I feel more energetic, confidant, happy, and strong. Liz keeps me motivated to workout and continue working out by pushing me to do more than what I thought I could.”
--Irene
"After being involved with personal training, I have more sense of accomplishment when I leave the gym. I feel is if I was pushed to work harder compared to when I exercise on my own. Not only did I accomplish more but, I have learned new exercises to make the gym a lot less monotonous.”
--Michelle
“Since beginning training I feel as if I have more energy and strength. It has made me more familiar with a variety of exercises and the proper way to perform them. I feel as if I am doing something good for myself when meeting with a trainer.”
--MaryAnn
BOOT CAMP TESTIMONIALS
“Boot Camp was a great way to start out my day! It was a lot of fun working out with such a great group of people.”
--Tom
“I love this class! Liz is Great! She is a take-charge, no-nonsense leader. She’s tough, but in a helpful way. Really fun workouts!! They are challenging, but having the community support from the other boot-campers makes it fun. I love the camaraderie it builds. Also, it is cool to notice the improvements in all of us, especially, in burpees, push-ups, and mountain climbers. Everyone gets so much better.”
--Melanie
“Holiday Boot Camp was an effective way to hold my interest during a time of year where it can be difficult to stick to a self-motivated gym schedule. I recommend boot camp to anyone looking to spice up their routine. Beyond the cardiovascular and strength benefits, each session provided a new challenge and the atmosphere was highly motivational. I also had a sense of accomplishment in starting my day knowing that I already had an intense workout under my belt.”
--Stephanie
“Boot Camp was awesome! I can’t wait to sign up for the next one!”
--Tricia
“I Loved Boot Camp! It was always challenging and it pushed me to do more than I thought I could.”
--Angie
“Great Program! Gave me new ideas for workouts on my own. Liz is fantastic – very professional, organized, great at her job. I can’t imagine doing a class like this with any other instructor!”
--Lindsey
CLUB 10 TESTIMONIALS
“The program illustrated the benefits of having a personal trainer. While the cost of a personal trainer has always been seen as an extravagance to me, I learned a wide variety of workouts, including proper body movement, appropriate weights and time. I also appreciated the fact that Liz kept us going by encouraging us and providing the appropriate exercises each time. “
“I really trust and believe in Liz Whalen’s expertise. She has the ability to connect with the participants in a manner so as to bring the best out in all of us. She is professional with a heart.”
--Barbara
“Club 10 is a great program! It got me back into a regular exercise routine and I learned new exercises that I could do on my own with minimal equipment.”
--Leslie
“This program is very helpful with learning new workouts and bringing some of my eating patterns to my attention. The workouts were great and had me doing things that I would not have done on my own. I recommend this program to others looking for new workouts that are structured for weight loss.”
--Steve
“Club 10 enabled me to break through a weight loss plateau that I had been experiencing. The workouts were great and got me off the machines and downstairs using the free weights and other equipment. People looking to lose weight should take advantage of this program because it is not as expensive as hiring a one on one personal trainer.”
--Adam
“This was the perfect thing to get me refocused on my lifestyle. Not only was it about working out regularly, it was about what I was eating and what my health patterns were in general…it was great. I also liked the accountability aspect…the fact that Liz really did check the food logs, and just having the regular meetings that pushed me to put in the effort and time.”
--Trina
“It was great! I lost 9 lbs and 3” in my waist and also decreased my body fat by 4%. Through the program I realized the importance of cardio workouts and setting goals each week. I liked the structure of the workouts as well as the support and motivation from the trainers. The program was invaluable to my overall fitness. My clothes fit again!”
--Kathleen
“I feel much better about myself and my ability to control my weight and improve my fitness level. I am working out much more regularly and appreciate the positive feedback from Danielle. The group aspect makes this fun as I really enjoyed meeting other members and working out as a group.”
--Sue
“Kept me from being bored and also gave me a closer connection to the club. I recommend this program to anyone who needs a little extra motivation and encouragement to work harder.”
--Kristi
“It gave me a more balanced approach to weight lifting and cardio that I didn’t get on my own.
The program has trainers that will challenge you to get you to the next level and I liked that.
I have more endurance, strength and more muscle than when I started.”
--Dan
“It has motivated me to start exercising and making better food choices. Also, I am up to running 3 miles 3 days a week and with the new exercises I am feeling really good about myself.”
--Janelle
“Club 10 encouraged me to push myself during the workouts, rather than just coasting through them. It has allowed me to establish consistency and a sense of personal responsibility for my physical health.”
--Val