3 months ago, I challenged myself to do something totally crazy - attempt something no one who…read moreknows me would expect - something that, quite frankly, seemed scary to me. I got a personal trainer. With two little ones, I decided it's time I get healthier. But, what do I know about fitness?! From day 1 - I was put at ease by Nick. He met with me, talked to me about my goals and discussed what sort of options were available to me. He never once made me feel like it was a hard sell - more, he was here to answer my questions and encourage me. Most importantly, he assured me that this wasn't going to be something that was going to drive me away. The team was going to work with me at my pace. I decided I'd go three mornings a week - totally crazy, right?! Now, I work with Vince three early mornings a week. Vince is awesome! He's fun to work with, super knowledgeable - always taking the time to explain things to me. And, most importantly, he's encouraging. I'm nowhere NEAR as advanced as some of the people I see, but Vince makes me feel like I have a place there. Just a few months ago, I would have NEVER thought you'd EVER find me in a gym. Now, I look forward to going!

Update: Turk was able to remove my google review, which is a shame. He claimed to have also done…read moreblood tests for his competitors before and after prep, but that was not the case for me.

I own my own business, work full time and oversee multiple side contracts. I don't have the energy…read moreand oomph I used to when training by myself - discipline in the gym is hard enough to come by when your plate is full of work endeavors and you're pushing 16hr days. I've been working with Felton for the past few months and I'm loving it. My endurance and strength are increasing; I've a lot more energy; I've lost several pounds of fat at a rate that still allows some flexibility for those extra hard days/weeks when nothing seems to go right (or everything goes right and you want to celebrate). Felton knows his shit. He's motivating, encouraging where he needs to be, and an amazing accountability partner. He's very vested in your fitness success, whatever that means to you.

I've tried to better myself for years, but I never followed through. When I found Felton, I was at…read moremy highest weight and I knew I was in for a change. I've been working with him for about a year now and no matter what my situation is (not feeling well, family problems, etc) he is very understanding and pushes me even when I don't want to work out. I'm not close to being done getting myself in shape, but Felton has taught me how to treat myself better with food and exercise. I always look forward to working with him and I know I won't stop anytime soon.

Sunday around 10:00am at Crunch Fitness Beaverton was one of the most unprofessional experiences…read moreI've seen in a gym. A manager handled a simple membership dues issue by yelling across the entire gym floor that my partner "could not work out until a fee was paid." This was done loudly, publicly, and with zero respect. My partner and I are both long-time Crunch members, and no one should be treated like that over a billing question. It was embarrassing to watch and even worse to experience. Situations like that should be handled privately and professionally, not broadcast across a room full of people. What made it more concerning is that employees mentioned this manager has a pattern of yelling at staff as well. If that is true, it is a serious culture problem, not just a one-time mistake. Crunch promotes a welcoming environment, but this was the exact opposite. I will be following up with management directly, but this needs to be addressed immediately. No member or employee should be treated this way.

Decent gym and reasonably priced even though membership just shot up 70% with no warning…read more My biggest concern is their lack of attention to cleanliness. Broken soap dispensers in the men's locker room. They often run out of wipe towels and cleaner. Yet mopping the floor is somehow a priory with everyone walking around.

Ok, before today i hadn't been to Planet Fitness in....close to 9 months?? I don't know, but it has…read morebeen a while. Yesterday I booked a flight to NYC. I deserve a vacation and in October I will be taking a NONSTOP flight to JFK. I will have a week in the best city in the country...I am planning on visiting all 5 boroughs (Beastie Boy style) and hitting up the best eats à la the food network. I figured that if I am 5 months out from this excursion, I deserve to look and feel better when I do it. Tonight after work I hit the gym and did some cardio and a little chest work. It was surprising how my body reacted...it wants to be challenged...ironic that I just bought a TV, but now I can balance it out. There has been some changes to the gym. It looks like there was some rearranging of the machines and some of the elliptical machines had been upgraded. Some things haven't changed though. Like people not understanding how to control their weights. There was also a machine that was squeaking...I think it was a recumbent bike...it seriously needs some WD40. I couldn't be the only one annoyed by it...could I? Oh well, I am looking forward to my trip and I am planning on looking a lot better come October...

not sure what is up with the temperature in the PF I go to. Workout room is very warm - too…read morewarm...and the changing room is an icebox! Been working out there for 5 years and something has changed, new management I think. Not sure, but not a good sign.

Heidi and her vigor for fitness sell herself. My wife and I have hired trainers in every town we've…read morelived in and left our current trainer after watching her work with clients at the gym as we just went through the motions with ours. She isn't interested in just collecting payment after her session, she's wholly dedicated to exceeding your goals. Her enthusiasm is unmatched, her encouraging cheerleading to get those last reps up makes it challenging and SO FUN. She's creative, never repetitive as so many trainers are and when you need that dose of pre-workout, she's got you! Ladies, don't let her fierce beauty intimidate you, she's as sweet as she is strong. Guys, hire this woman if you want a hell of a workout. We love you girl!

I love working with Heidi! She is very motivating, has a ton of energy, and knows her stuff. She…read morechallenges me both physically and mentally which I love. I not only love the results of how my body looks, I also love how I feel as a person. She is very inspiring... her journey. She also keeps me on my toes by changing things up where I never get bored and different muscles are being worked. Thanks Heidi for working with me!!! You're the best!! LC

Look D1 is a place your KIDS can go tkbe encouraged, to get fit, and to get real training and…read morecoaching. My reason for not signing my kids up, because $25/class is $100 a week for two kids a week. Which is $400/month. Which is a car payment. Nonetheless, my son's baseball schedule actually doesn't allow us to to any consistent training because the game days and times change each week. I really liked the LOW pressure approach to check it out for free and think about it. I never felt harassed or aggravated by "aggressive sales people." My daughter, who is extremely social and normally confident, was VERY nervous to be in the "check it out" session. They are both (my son and daughter,) "Rookie" aged and therefore did the same introductory class. Coach D was running the class. I was impressed because I had been training at a professional training facility with a trainer and Coach D was running the kids through what I had done doe warmups. He didn't let them give up and gently pushed. My daughter was feeling frustrated and told him that she felt like she wasn't doing as well as the other kids. And she felt weird as the only girl there. He told her that at D1, there are no girls or boy, just athletes. And she was doing better and picking it up quicker than most boys do. I had honestly not thought she would be interested in doing it at all, she just tagged along since we didn't have school and we're out running errands. But she was REALLY pumped up. She was stronger than age realized and really enjoyed it. She often feels super intimidated by new things but after completing it gets very excited. I love that she felt challenged, accepted and that she really wanted to go back. If we could get her alone there and make it worthwhile financially I think it would be so good for her. Maybe later. See y'all maybe this summer.

My kids started attending D1 as an extra way to stay fit and to push themselves. Their ages have…read morethem in separate classes suitable for them and engaging for them and their peers. They found coaches that they really like, that engage well with all others, and that challenge and encourage them. My kids enjoy their time here and leave with a great workout.

I started going to Bodyplace and working with Tim when I was 3 months pregnant. I worked out with…read morehim 3xs a week throughout my pregnancy and it was the BEST decision I ever made! He had a strong knowledge of what to do and what not to do. I was able to simply keep healthy throughout my pregnancy and keep some muscle... weight loss was obviously not a goal. Tim was supportive, knowledgeable and changed his workouts as I grew. I HIGHLY recommend Tim and the Bodyplace. Tim has a passion for what he does and it shows. I brought questions to him every week about food and food choices. It is a non-intimidating environment and there was no judgement. IF you are just starting out and don't know where to begin... this is the place to go.

Tim makes sweat sah-weet! His approach to training works for me (sometimes marathon runner,…read moresometimes couch-potato) - it's FUN! I will forever be grateful for the sledgehammer workout - good for the body and the work-a-day blues!