Fitness Together-Mercer Island, WA - One on One Personal Training

LYNDSEY CARBERY
Personal Trainer

My love for the world of fitness started at a very young age. I have been on the other side of the spectrum, being the trainee instead of the trainer, and I know the importance of accountability and companionship and the dramatic increase in success they can bring you.

Considering the fact that each person is different, different in their daily activities, different in their health history, and different in their goals, it is imperative for success in reaching your goals that I cater to creating programs that address functional capacity, and that I design a safe program that takes into account your environment and the tasks you perform. I like to work as a 2 person team with my clients.

I am there to teach and motivate, but I am also there to listen- Listen to where you've been and where you're going so that we can get to your goals no matter what they are, together!

Lyndsey has a B.S. Molecular Cellular and Developmental Biology from the University of Washington. She is responsible for designing and implementing highly personalized exercise programs for each of her clients.

PAUL ARENA
Personal Trainer

Fitness has become an integral part of my life ever since I played sports as a little kid. I played football, baseball, and even tried some track and field. The drive to become a better athlete was one aspect that convinced me to learn more about the human body.

As I got older I thought it was amazing that I could study about the human body to the point where I could actually see results by changing my diet and exercise routine. With this epiphany, I was eager to share my knowledge to help people achieve their own fitness and health goals.

My approach to training is about challenging the client at the perfect intensity. That means finding exercises that are physically and mentally challenging. When I train my clients I want them to be focused on the exercises for that 45 minute session and ignore all the other stresses in their life.

At Fitness Together the environment is nonthreatening so that the client doesn't feel like they are being watched by other club members during their workout. This makes for a truly one on one training session where you can forget about everything except your own workout.

CHAD RAMSOUR
Personal Trainer

	JIM SIMBE Personal Trainer
Jim has been a personal trainer with Fitness Together since 2004. He is a firm believer that the Fitness Together model of "1 Client, 1 Trainer, 1 Goal" is the best and most effective way to achieve results. A former competitive tennis player turned avid golfer, Jim is a staunch proponent of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He holds a 1st class NFPT certification.

MELISA SARKIES
Assistant Manager

Many people are looking for the right time, opportunity and place to get into shape and start exercising. They are trying to build that healthy lifestyle if you know what I mean? Whether it is for health reasons, to feel better and have more energy, lose weight or just trim and tone, each individual has different needs that one must pay close attention to in order to achieve maximum results. My specific exercise and resistance training programs are designed to meet different needs for different people. We as trainers are dedicated and enthusiastic in helping you, as the individual, set and achieve your goals.

Being able to help people in this setting and making a difference in each and every life is why I enjoy what I do here at Fitness Together.

ANANDA GELLOCK
Studio Owner

My name is Ananda Gellock and I'm the owner of Fitness Together, the new one-on-one personal training studio in downtown Mercer Island between Wells Fargo and Rite Aid. I'm really glad you are checking out our web site, because this means that you are ready to make a change, and we are expert at taking people who are ready to change, but not sure how, and getting them started (the hardest part of any exercise program)!

What is your reason?

Almost two years ago I received my reality check reason in the form of vacation photos...

My childhood and early teens were spent as a competitive gymnast, physique & health were a constant priority. In late teens being a high school cheerleader and coaching gymnastics continued that positive momentum. Then in my 20's I became a constant fixture at the local gym, hitting it on my way to work and participating in fun runs - for fun! By my late 20's all free time was spent building my career instead of my biceps, being wined & dined by my future husband (we both gained 5 - 10 pounds over that time), trimmed up for my wedding day, and then... kinda forgot about my body. Sure I would do yoga, or get on the treadmill here and there but I got completely wrapped up in getting pregnant, having our first child, and adjusting to the new life we created.

I got some vacation pictures back and stared in disbelief. Who was this chubby girl looking back at me? I honestly had not realized that all of that sacrificing "me" time to focus on the family had left me more than 15 lbs over weight. Besides the whole vanity thing I had low energy unless highly caffeinated, often felt irritable, and my feelings were even interfering with my relationship - I just didn't feel sexy anymore.

I made a decision, got started, and although it wasn't easy I felt improved after only 2 weeks! Steadily fat melted and toned muscle appeared, and as this happened I was encouraged and started eating more healthfully. A little moderation went a long way, and without ever depriving myself (I will never stop eating chocolate!) I soon was able to reach my initial fitness goal - finally reaching my pre-baby weight. It was the shortest 3 months of my life! If only I had known that was all it would take I would have certainly started sooner.

Today I'm busy with two girls, my husband, other family and friend commitments, and work too - but each week I make the decision to take care of myself first so I have something to offer those around me. My youngest just turned 3 year old and I can happily say that I've lost the baby weight, in fact I am almost to my high school weight! Making the decision to make my health, my body, and my mind a priority has had an awesome effect. I heard a wise person once say that "when you climb a mountain, you never regret getting to the top." To me exercising 3 days a week is very much the same. I promise that you'll never regret the workout when you are done, and you certainly will never regret the results when you have committed to 3 months. Some of you know that my next fitness goal is to attempt a 1/2 marathon... this Spring I ran the MI Rotary 8k and will also be doing the 8k Beat the Bridge www.beatthebridge.org - very excited to be doing this with some fellow FT clients as part of my training. If this has ever been a goal of yours I'd love to have more running partners!

Every person's reason to make a change is unique to them. We understand. Whatever your reason is, we look forward to getting to know you and your reasons, so we can help you start achieving your results. Start your results today by calling us at 206.275.1313!

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