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At 53 years old, formerly buff amateur body builder with considerable injuries caused from years of working out (with trainers) resulting in chronic pain; ACL replacements in both knees and a rotator cuff injury, I was apprehensive about joining a class at a serious gym with kettlebells, barbell classes, etc. I am writing this review to say, I am a CONVERT! I joined a class with Anna Claire Loper and was separated from the class since I was a beginner and I had mentioned the injuries and my concerns. She was able to give me customized exercises to do while still being part of the class.
Anna Claire or AC as I heard her called, watched me carefully and made corrections to my form which were immediately noticeable. I kept checking to see if I felt any pain and when I did not, I started to relax and have a good time. I felt challenged and exhilarated knowing that I can really work out again.
I cannot give a more positive review. I originally came to hone my kettlebell swing and turkish get-up but have since properly learned many other exercises. I have taken 4 private lessons and a few small group kettlebell classes at KG Strong with their instructor Cherie. Cherie is an excellent instructor who radiates energy. She has a great attitude and excellent teaching style made me feel that I gained and learned a lot from the 1 hour private lessons. The customer service and attention to detail I have received thus far is A1!
Definitely the best gym in South Philly! Classes are small group and personalized. KG Strong's personal trainers are all certified in either strength, yoga, or kettlebells.
Definitely the best gym in South Philly! Classes are small group and personalized. KG Strong's personal trainers are all certified in either strength, yoga, or kettlebells.
To do the body good, one goes to Katie Gould.
I have the immense pleasure of working with Katie in her yoga class and, previously, under private fitness instruction. As an instructor, she finds a line between abstract or metaphorical thinking (particularly for yoga) and hard physiological fact, which leaves the student with better flow and a keener understanding of alignment and core function. In particular, I appreciate her on-the-fly anatomy lessons during yoga because I think in more black-and-white terms and can more effectively expand my kinesthetic awareness. Her yoga practice energizes my day and puts me in a more receptive and responsive space for the rest of my day. My body definitely complains when I miss a class because the ease of alignment is missing.
Katie has an eye for body structure that is impressive. In few moments she can identify how a particular body moves differently--whether from innate structural development or from injury--and offers multiple variations to an exercise or movement to suit that individual. I have never felt in smarter hands than I have in Katie's. As a trainer, she will not let you off the hook but is never unkind. She is a motivator who can take you to the next level of fitness and you will be able to take her lessons with you for years to come.
Katie is a woman who makes her life about moving through the world mindfully, and it is due to this fact that she is useful to any person, no matter what the athletic background or kinesthetic discipline (or lack thereof!).
Katie is a responsible, thoughtful and energetic trainer. She is technical and takes into consideration whatever issues one may have that affect the body, and plans the workout and modifications accordingly. In 3 months she has increased my muscle tone, strength and overall fitness health. I highly recommend her!
I weight trained for 10 years up into my mid twenties, before starting my Yoga career.
It has definitely helped me appreciate the struggles of breaking through plateau`s (which may last a couple years), to attain one`s strength goals.
With that background, Yoga can be challenging. There is no clear path. There are no clear fitness goals to be got. That is where having the guidance of teacher, you trust with your body, is so key.
Katie`s Yoga classes has moved my practice along greatly, opened up my body, and has reconnected with me, the importance of maintaining a strength training regimen. To keep one`s body in optimal shape.
Katie Gould is an amazing instructor and trainer. She walks the talk, and is an inspirational role model for fitness, strength, and general healthy eating and living. I have been working with Katie, both in her classes at ZAKTi and one-on-one, for over a year and can say with certainty she is one of the best trainers I've ever worked with. I am working hard, getting stronger and fitter, and with Katie's guidance, doing it all with proper and healthy form. I couldn't recommend her more strongly.
Katie is an awesome yoga teacher! She brings her knowledge of alignment and an intuitive sense of what people need to her work, so her classes are tailored to each of her students. She pushes me to ask more of myself and has helped me to get to know how my body moves and what adjustments to make in order to really feel strong, flexible, and aligned.
Katie Gould is an amazing instructor and trainer. She walks the talk, and is an inspirational role model for fitness, strength, and general healthy eating and living. I have been working with Katie, both in her classes at ZAKTi and one-on-one, for over a year and can say with certainty she is one of the best trainers I've ever worked with. I am working hard, getting stronger and fitter, and with Katie's guidance, doing it all with proper and healthy form. I couldn't recommend her more strongly.
Katie Gould is an amazing instructor and trainer. She walks the talk, and is an inspirational role model for fitness, strength, and general healthy eating and living. I have been working with Katie, both in her classes at ZAKTi and one-on-one, for over a year and can say with certainty she is one of the best trainers I've ever worked with. I am working hard, getting stronger and fitter, and with Katie's guidance, doing it all with proper and healthy form. I couldn't recommend her more strongly.
Katie is an awesome yoga teacher! She brings her knowledge of alignment and an intuitive sense of what people need to her work, so her classes are tailored to each of her students. She pushes me to ask more of myself and has helped me to get to know how my body moves and what adjustments to make in order to really feel strong, flexible, and aligned.
Katie is an awesome yoga teacher! She brings her knowledge of alignment and an intuitive sense of what people need to her work, so her classes are tailored to each of her students. She pushes me to ask more of myself and has helped me to get to know how my body moves and what adjustments to make in order to really feel strong, flexible, and aligned.
I weight trained for 10 years up into my mid twenties, before starting my Yoga career.
It has definitely helped me appreciate the struggles of breaking through plateau`s (which may last a couple years), to attain one`s strength goals.
With that background, Yoga can be challenging. There is no clear path. There are no clear fitness goals to be got. That is where having the guidance of teacher, you trust with your body, is so key.
Katie`s Yoga classes has moved my practice along greatly, opened up my body, and has reconnected with me, the importance of maintaining a strength training regimen. To keep one`s body in optimal shape.
I weight trained for 10 years up into my mid twenties, before starting my Yoga career.
It has definitely helped me appreciate the struggles of breaking through plateau`s (which may last a couple years), to attain one`s strength goals.
With that background, Yoga can be challenging. There is no clear path. There are no clear fitness goals to be got. That is where having the guidance of teacher, you trust with your body, is so key.
Katie`s Yoga classes has moved my practice along greatly, opened up my body, and has reconnected with me, the importance of maintaining a strength training regimen. To keep one`s body in optimal shape.
Katie is a responsible, thoughtful and energetic trainer. She is technical and takes into consideration whatever issues one may have that affect the body, and plans the workout and modifications accordingly. In 3 months she has increased my muscle tone, strength and overall fitness health. I highly recommend her!
Katie is a responsible, thoughtful and energetic trainer. She is technical and takes into consideration whatever issues one may have that affect the body, and plans the workout and modifications accordingly. In 3 months she has increased my muscle tone, strength and overall fitness health. I highly recommend her!
