Testimonials

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN @ ELEMENT FITNESS,  I just wanted to tell you a few things about my experience with Marco Recalde--personal trainer extraordinaire. I am a sponsored member through the Humana program for seniors.  Overweight, out of shape, knees needing surgery, hurt shoulder, broken finger and with muscles that had been sleeping for about 30 years, I knew that I'd be a "Project". Well, Marco addressed all areas.  He addressed the muscles around the knees to let me walk normally.  I couldn't kneel in church--I now kneel as needed.  I was taking Aleve and now don't take it much.  Pain is gone. Shoulder problem was in the muscle and he addressed it worked with it and it's back to normal.  The finger is probably screwed but he worked with it and assisted in various therapy and it's better, but my problem and working with a Physical Therapist on it. He improved my cardio, showed me how to use the machines and low impact results.  Now, recently I moved 2 tons of lumber from Weston, Mo to my place in Lawrence, Kansas (Load and unload, by hand) the next day I cut and verticut the yard and bagged the waste.  Not long ago, this was impossible. I can't tell you enough about Marco and his style and ability to work with us old dogs.  He's a true "Pro" and if I can assist in any testimonial for the organization or him personally, I highly recommend him.

- Ron Rutkowski, 68 years young, Still at it 9/16/09

Personal training with Carrie Kramer has held me accountable for keeping a schedule and coming to the gym on a regular basis.  It was harder to blow off a workout when I knew someone was waiting on me.  Now that I’ve had many sessions, I can say having a trainer teach me so many way to use the equipment has kept me from getting BORED with a standard routine.  And the knowledge of all the machines and exercises I’ve learned, has given me a solid foundation of confidence for when I workout on my own.  Although I don’t think that will be for a while, because I also enjoy the company and support!!”

- Gigi R., Member

I have been training at Element Fitness with Carrie Kramer for one year.  I have not experienced injury at any time, and I have gained strength, balance and flexibility.  In addition, I have   achieved and surpassed many of my goals.

- Lynn A., Member

I was in a wheelchair most of the time with occasional short distances on crutches.  Physical therapy had released me from treatment and gave me no hope of improving.  I joined Element Fitness, started working with Marco Recalde, and now walk with a cane.  With continued hard work from myself and Marco, my walking will continue to improve.

- Terri B., Member

When I first came to see Marco, I was overweight, out of shape and under confident.  He has changed all of that for me.  Working out with him just two days a week, I have managed to lose 17 pounds, 3 pant sizes and several inches off my entire body.  I am extremely happy with the result and I know that I couldn’t have done it without him.  Marco truly embodies the motto of “The Element…body, mind & spirit.”

- Stephanie M., Member