A HUGE THANK YOU to Jake Brog and Yehleen Ebbay and all the trainers at Lab Athletics! At 54 I would never have imagined finding my strongest and most fit body and mind through such simple lifestyle changes! I didn’t know I had 23 lbs and 20% body fat to lose! That was eight pounds and 5%
past my goals!
Still, the reduction in weight was not why I came to you. I came because my job can be very physical and I was told “Get strong now, or keep getting injured!” In my work I need to be able to move quickly, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds if needed at the drop of a hat. Doesn’t sound like a tall order but as time has marched on I’ve watched my strength and fitness level shift dramatically-not in a good direction.
I knew what I needed to do but had no idea how to start. Thankfully I found Lab Athletics! And despite my physical challenges and needs, you welcomed me with a “can do, body positive, welcoming and inclusive” safe space to work at my own pace and toward my personal best. With your guidance I was able to: set realistic goals; begin a safe, nutritionist developed, simple and balanced nutrient rich meal plan that can be used eating in or out; and feel consistently encouraged, inspired and supported in a fun, safe, inclusive community!
Clearly I am a dedicated fan of Lab Athletics! All of the trainers are experts and are equally engaging and fun! I am well supported in each class I attend. The trainers are ready and able to help me adapt any exercise my body can’t -or isn’t ready- to do. When I leave I feel successful, refreshed and stronger! After my now 3 months working out with you I have been amazed thinking about when I started and how far I’ve come. In the beginning, I wasn’t able to do even one push-up or pull myself up on a bar. Now among many accomplishments, I CAN do 50 adapted pull-ups and 15 real push-ups without other supports!
Thank you Jake Brog and Yehleen Ebbay and all of the trainers (Lor, Bri, Bethany and Nathan) for providing the welcoming and inclusive space at Lab Athletics. You welcome and celebrate everyone –everyone, with all of our differences and needs. And on the most personal note, thank you for inspiring and leading me in this part of my next journey in life. I’m now truly living my life with a central focus on overall personal strength, health and well-being in both my mind and body. I’m now even more excited for the next 50 years!!!❤️- Jen Mallett