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Sarah Sward
Finally deciding that I needed to hire a personal trainer meant a few different things for me, but the biggest was that I was worse off mentally and physically than I chose to acknowledge for a long time.
I was afraid it was going to be too hard, and that I was going to fail. In the beginning I really doubted myself, I really thought there was absolutely no way I was going to see this through.
I had said forever that there was no way I'd ever be in the gym like that -or count calories, or do cardio. Looking back I clearly see that my coach wouldn't have let me quit. I've seen him do it with others too.
Nearly two years later, I train five days a week, and happily do things i said I'd never do. Shug found a way to redirect a negative outlook towards physical health; and it has changed everything.
Through really damn hard work, and accountability, and effort, and a lot of laughter and trying over and over again, My mental and physical health is the best it's ever been in my adult life.
The hardest part of this, was convincing myself to just reach out and try. Shug is a fantastic coach and is amazing at what he does. He genuinely cares and wants to see you succeed, he wants to help.
I was afraid it was going to be too hard, and that I was going to fail. In the beginning I really doubted myself, I really thought there was absolutely no way I was going to see this through.
I had said forever that there was no way I'd ever be in the gym like that -or count calories, or do cardio. Looking back I clearly see that my coach wouldn't have let me quit. I've seen him do it with others too.
Nearly two years later, I train five days a week, and happily do things i said I'd never do. Shug found a way to redirect a negative outlook towards physical health; and it has changed everything.
Through really damn hard work, and accountability, and effort, and a lot of laughter and trying over and over again, My mental and physical health is the best it's ever been in my adult life.
The hardest part of this, was convincing myself to just reach out and try. Shug is a fantastic coach and is amazing at what he does. He genuinely cares and wants to see you succeed, he wants to help.
Brittany Horner
Singing up to have Joe as a coach has been the best decision I’ve made in my fitness career.
I’ve been lifting for 5 years consistently and can confidently say I’ve made the most noticeable progress of my lifting career in the last 3 months.
Joe is knowledgeable about all things fitness and capable of working with your personal limitations and goals.
My only regret is not signing up sooner!
I’ve been lifting for 5 years consistently and can confidently say I’ve made the most noticeable progress of my lifting career in the last 3 months.
Joe is knowledgeable about all things fitness and capable of working with your personal limitations and goals.
My only regret is not signing up sooner!
Sophia Gilardi
I first started working with Joe in May of 2024. I had been coming from reversing out of my first prep and after having a wrist surgery. I knew i wanted to take my bodybuilding career in a different direction and had a few friends tell me about Joe. We went out for coffee and talked about what I wanted for myself and what I was expecting from a coach, then immediately began to make a plan.
Coming from a dancer/gymnast background as well as competing in a show, I had a fair amount of knowledge on how to work out. However, Joe’s workouts test me like no other.
Every workout is intense and pushes me to my max. If I am sick or injured, we temporarily change the plan and make it work around it. If I feel like something isn’t benefitting me or I don’t like doing something, we change it. I also appreciate how he explains to me WHY we do things and doesn’t just throw useless information at me.
He cares about the mental well being as much as the physical. Towards the end of summer I was extremely burnt out with work and felt like I was just going through the motions of working out. He took me out one day and we sat down and talked it out. Not only did he listen to everything I had to say and get out of my system but he responded by telling me everything I needed to hear. I require a coach who tells me the tough pills I need to swallow sometimes and he did just that.
We are now beginning our first prep together, he has helped me build my body and really focus on my weak points so much, as well as building my confidence and mental toughness. There are no words to describe how excited I am and how prepared I feel to be going into this next show, and I truly don’t think I would feel this way without Joe. I look forward to everything he is going to help me become.
Coming from a dancer/gymnast background as well as competing in a show, I had a fair amount of knowledge on how to work out. However, Joe’s workouts test me like no other.
Every workout is intense and pushes me to my max. If I am sick or injured, we temporarily change the plan and make it work around it. If I feel like something isn’t benefitting me or I don’t like doing something, we change it. I also appreciate how he explains to me WHY we do things and doesn’t just throw useless information at me.
He cares about the mental well being as much as the physical. Towards the end of summer I was extremely burnt out with work and felt like I was just going through the motions of working out. He took me out one day and we sat down and talked it out. Not only did he listen to everything I had to say and get out of my system but he responded by telling me everything I needed to hear. I require a coach who tells me the tough pills I need to swallow sometimes and he did just that.
We are now beginning our first prep together, he has helped me build my body and really focus on my weak points so much, as well as building my confidence and mental toughness. There are no words to describe how excited I am and how prepared I feel to be going into this next show, and I truly don’t think I would feel this way without Joe. I look forward to everything he is going to help me become.
Kristina Besch
Personal training with Joe was a game-changer for me, both physically and mentally. Within three months of working with him 2-3 times a week, I saw noticeable improvements in my physical appearance, mental clarity, and confidence.
Joe has a way of making sessions both challenging and fun, always knowing how to push me just enough to reach my goals.
What sets him apart is how much he genuinely cares—whether it’s checking in after a tough leg day to make sure I ate enough or celebrating my progress along the way being a great hype man.
Joe’s dedication and support make him an incredible trainer, and I couldn’t recommend him more!
Joe has a way of making sessions both challenging and fun, always knowing how to push me just enough to reach my goals.
What sets him apart is how much he genuinely cares—whether it’s checking in after a tough leg day to make sure I ate enough or celebrating my progress along the way being a great hype man.
Joe’s dedication and support make him an incredible trainer, and I couldn’t recommend him more!
Crystal Villegas
I’ve been working with Joe for almost 10 months now. I have been working out since I was 13 years old and I’m now 20.
I knew it was time to take my training up a notch and push myself to the next level. Bodybuilding has always been something that I have dreamed of doing.
Both Joe and his wife Emily have been helping me get stage ready. You get whatever outcomes that you put in your work.
Before reaching out to Joe I wasn’t eating as much as I should, I guess you could say I was scared of food. I wrestled for four years and only knew the quick ways to lose weight. But since working with Joe, I've learned new ways to live a healthier lifestyle. I’ve learned the importance of taking rest days, eating enough protein and not being afraid of carbs lol.
I’m loving the journey I’m currently in, and have noticed my confidence levels are higher than they’ve ever been! I’m truly grateful for finding such an amazing coach who holds me accountable and sees potential in me.
If you’re looking to get a coach, really consider Joe. He's one of the most down-to-earth persons I know. Very genuine and easy to work with. He will help you reach levels you never thought were possible.
I knew it was time to take my training up a notch and push myself to the next level. Bodybuilding has always been something that I have dreamed of doing.
Both Joe and his wife Emily have been helping me get stage ready. You get whatever outcomes that you put in your work.
Before reaching out to Joe I wasn’t eating as much as I should, I guess you could say I was scared of food. I wrestled for four years and only knew the quick ways to lose weight. But since working with Joe, I've learned new ways to live a healthier lifestyle. I’ve learned the importance of taking rest days, eating enough protein and not being afraid of carbs lol.
I’m loving the journey I’m currently in, and have noticed my confidence levels are higher than they’ve ever been! I’m truly grateful for finding such an amazing coach who holds me accountable and sees potential in me.
If you’re looking to get a coach, really consider Joe. He's one of the most down-to-earth persons I know. Very genuine and easy to work with. He will help you reach levels you never thought were possible.
Rose Berveiler
Joey is flexible and supportive, and I really appreciate and value his coaching style.
I hurt my arm earlier this year and he has been great at listening to me and what my body is telling me. He completely adapted my routine so I can work out safely.
He is also my biggest cheerleader, always encouraging and supporting me, even when I have a hard time rooting for myself.
I hurt my arm earlier this year and he has been great at listening to me and what my body is telling me. He completely adapted my routine so I can work out safely.
He is also my biggest cheerleader, always encouraging and supporting me, even when I have a hard time rooting for myself.
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