My experience working with Jonathan has been great. I have known him since I started working at my job back in July. He would come in every Monday to give my coworkers a strength training class. Because of my work hours I was never able to make it.
Once random Monday I was able to participate and I LOVED it. More than anything I wish I could have gone every week! I was in Florida visiting my parents about two weeks ago and knowing how much I have struggled with self image and confidence in the past, my mom said to me, “I want you to take control of yourself - put yourself first. And I will help you get there however I can.” I wasn’t even home from Florida yet and I texted Jonathan… I need you to train me!!! Of course, he answered right away with a definitely. I got home from Florida Sunday night, and that Tuesday morning, 6:30am we were in the gym. Luckily we are able to occupy my office gym. I have only been working with him for two weeks so far but I can 100% it has been an incredible two weeks.
I am starting to see my motivation for obtaining the healthiest, greatest version of myself rise. As much as I would love a quick fix - a quick drop of 20lbs - I know it is not realistic and Jonathan is there to help me realize that this is a lifelong change, it will take time and effort. Every day he is holding me accountable; asking me what I have eaten so far, what I am planning to eat, what my off day workouts have been and just genuinely asking what’s on my schedule for the week. Having someone to push you that extra bit is extremely helpful and it makes me want to push myself even further. Not only is he a trainer but a mentor as well. He is constantly teaching me. Whether it is proper breathing or form in an exercise or how much of a certain food I should be eating I am always learning.
I feel like we have made a great friendship here. Much more than just a trainer and client relationship. I am excited to see what else Jonathan has in store for me! I am confident that I will reach my goals, and so much of the accomplishment I owe to him!
