Uplift for Women

They Did It!

“Resistance training has always been of interest to me, but I never knew how beneficial weights really were until it was explained and demonstrated to me. Initially, I was worried that the workouts would leave me with sore or stiff muscles. Jill and Chris stressed the importance of a warmup and cool down, and I was astonished that I NEVER experienced any discomfort as a result of the workout.
“What I experienced was how effective the weight workout was, with the guidance of Chris and Jill. They also taught me the importance of eating carbs prior to my workout, and protein immediately following my workout."

“A short, but effective weight routine has become part of my life now. It’s fun and I really feel the difference!”

—LaVonne Halverson, UpLift client

“Our gymnastics team has been set up on a weight training program under Rick Wood’s guidance. In the beginning, many of our girls were lacking upper body strength, and were struggling to learn more difficult skills. Rick developed a program for our in-season and out-of-season training, especially targeted to improve each girl’s weaknesses."

“The girls found the program easy to follow, and felt noticeably stronger over time. In addition to strength training, Rick has been advising them on better nutritional choices. They have improved their diets and have more energy at practices and meets."

“Rick’s ability to work with these girls has been amazing. He presents complex information clearly, so they understand how to lift weights, why to lift weights, and how to choose the right foods.”

– Lynn Strand, Gymnastics Coach and
Physical Education Teacher, Johnson High School

“I have been working on a fitness plan with the staff of UpLift, and it has been created just for me. They helped me go through a process where we looked at my personal history, body type, body weight, and body fat percentage. Then they developed a resistance training and cardiovascular program that fit me uniquely."

“We change or alternate the program as my body adapts to the previous cycle. The big thing is that they keep up to date on fitness, nutrition, vitamins and supplements. They help you become better at eating right, which is half the battle.”

– Lori Abrahamsom, Physical Education teacher and coach

“I still can't believe what a difference working out has made in my life. I have a bone degenerative disease in my back along with a slightly herniated disk which pinched off a leg nerve. I spent two years with constant lower back, leg and foot pain. After one month of doing your unique weight lifting program it all seemed to just disappear. I feel like.....no....I am totally different person. I am less stressed and I have a lot more energy. Your program is easy and fun. I actually look forward to working out. All of your trainers are so knowledgeable and enjoyable to be around. I can't express enough how grateful I am to you all for creating
UpLift Guided Fitness for Women”

– Jennifer Leary, UpLift Member