“First, I committed to a consistent lifestyle, not overly regimented, but with an eye toward appreciating that everything I did was going to affect how I progressed. I couldn’t have done this without the help and encouragement I got from Lisa. As Elton John sings, ‘Someone saved my life tonight!’


When I began, I could barely do 10 minutes on the elliptical machine at level 1. Now I routinely do a 45-minute workout at level 16 (backward and forward). For virtually every resistance exercise I have increased my weight by at least 100%. (I could barely do three sets of 10 on the chest press machine with 60 lbs. I can now do that exercise with 120 lbs. Dumb bell exercises I did with 8 or 10 lbs I now do with 20 or 25 lbs). I try to religiously follow the resistance training workouts Lisa has prepared for me. I include some form of resistance training every other day and try to do core routines every day, even if that means doing crunches and pushups at home in front of the TV during commercial breaks.


I am not on a diet! What I have done is completely revamp how and what I eat. Following Lisa’s advice I have dramatically reduced the amount of fatty foods I was eating. More importantly I’ve learned to eat five or six small, nutritious meals each day. I’ve paid attention to increasing the amount of protein I consume (enjoying a couple of whey protein shakes each day) and I ensure that I have a post workout recovery meal right after I exercise. At home my wife Wanda and I have small meals but generally eat whatever we want usually grilled meat with a vegetable and rice or pasta. (The thing for me now is that I don’t want to have the things I craved so much before.)


It’s also a helluva lot of fun to not only feel great again, but to actually see improvement every day. I couldn’t have done this without the help and encouragement from Lisa. When I was finally sick and tired of being sick and tired, Lisa was there to teach me to eat properly, get and stay fit, and build the body I wanted. Her combination of personal example, motivation and encouragement, and simple, consistent training techniques restored my health and literally changed the way I live. More than 60 pounds off in just over a year and building muscles I thought were gone forever. Lisa taught me to achieve, not dream!”

Greg

Oakton, VA

“There are plenty of professionals out there who can train your body to be fit. There are a good number who can even train your mind to be disciplined. But there are a very few who can truly train your spirit to feel confident and inspired. Lisa Reed is someone who does all three, in spades. After living the extreme post-college life of long work days, long nights out, little sleep and a poor diet, my body, mind and spirit were depleted. I was frustrated to see my once fit and healthy self look the complete opposite in only a few years.


Through group boot camp classes and personal training, Lisa helped me to not only get back into the gym on a regular basis, but she inspired me to feel confident and enjoy being there. Lisa works with you to create goals that focus on overall well being and then helps you create a plan to achieve them. Whether it’s losing two dress sizes, improving eating patterns or becoming stronger, Lisa is there with you, checking in, encouraging and giving you that extra kick when you need it. Lisa’s workouts are never boring and always push the limits of what you think you can do, leading you to walk away sweaty…but with a true sense of accomplishment!
I certainly feel lucky to have found a trainer who is more than a drill sergeant, though she can certainly play that role when necessary, but also a source of encouragement and inspiration. Lisa, thank you for being integral on my journey to reclaim my overall health and well being!”

Jamie

Washington, DC

“As a fifty-four year old woman who has a healthy history of great eating habits, regular exercise and a satisfying personal life, it was shocking to discover last winter that I had osteoporosis. Not liking the medical alternatives it was time to work seriously on rebuilding body mass. I was introduced to Lisa and began twice weekly training sessions. Six months later, a dexa bone scan revealed encouraging results. Unlike the previous interval between scans, when bone mass fell alarmingly by percentage, there has been no further loss of bone density. I am stronger, more agile, and feel this proactive approach to long term health and fitness has been richly rewarded.


There are no shortcuts. Making healthy choices is a lifestyle. I’m in it for the long term.
A motto of sorts: A dear friend came through an intensely challenging time of life. She explained greeting each day by setting intentions–a pseudo Buddist-style philosophy. Each day I reflect upon loved ones, think of treating others with respect and restraint, and acknowledge I am responsible for my actions and reactions. This is a great path and infuses relationships and interactions with calm. I like that.


Adding Lisa into the mix of life has been empowering–she’s a long term asset and a wonderful partner in fitness.”

Sheila

Bethesda, MD

“First, I committed to a consistent lifestyle, not overly regimented, but with an eye toward appreciating that everything I did was going to affect how I progressed. I couldn’t have done this without the help and encouragement I got from Lisa. As Elton John sings, ‘Someone saved my life tonight!’

It’s also a helluva lot of fun to not only feel great again, but to actually see improvement every day. I couldn’t have done this without the help and encouragement from Lisa. When I was finally sick and tired of being sick and tired, Lisa was there to teach me to eat properly, get and stay fit, and build the body I wanted. Her combination of personal example, motivation and encouragement, and simple, consistent training techniques restored my health and literally changed the way I live. More than 60 pounds off in just over a year and building muscles I thought were gone forever. Lisa taught me to achieve, not dream!”

DANNI STARR

“There are plenty of professionals out there who can train your body to be fit. There are a good number who can even train your mind to be disciplined. But there are a very few who can truly train your spirit to feel confident and inspired. Lisa Reed is someone who does all three, in spades. After living the extreme post-college life of long work days, long nights out, little sleep and a poor diet, my body, mind and spirit were depleted. I was frustrated to see my once fit and healthy self look the complete opposite in only a few years.


Through group boot camp classes and personal training, Lisa helped me to not only get back into the gym on a regular basis, but she inspired me to feel confident and enjoy being there. Lisa works with you to create goals that focus on overall well being and then helps you create a plan to achieve them. Whether it’s losing two dress sizes, improving eating patterns or becoming stronger, Lisa is there with you, checking in, encouraging and giving you that extra kick when you need it. Lisa’s workouts are never boring and always push the limits of what you think you can do, leading you to walk away sweaty…but with a true sense of accomplishment!
I certainly feel lucky to have found a trainer who is more than a drill sergeant, though she can certainly play that role when necessary, but also a source of encouragement and inspiration. Lisa, thank you for being integral on my journey to reclaim my overall health and well being!”

Jamie

Washington, DC

“As a fifty-four year old woman who has a healthy history of great eating habits, regular exercise and a satisfying personal life, it was shocking to discover last winter that I had osteoporosis. Not liking the medical alternatives it was time to work seriously on rebuilding body mass. I was introduced to Lisa and began twice weekly training sessions. Six months later, a dexa bone scan revealed encouraging results. Unlike the previous interval between scans, when bone mass fell alarmingly by percentage, there has been no further loss of bone density. I am stronger, more agile, and feel this proactive approach to long term health and fitness has been richly rewarded.


There are no shortcuts. Making healthy choices is a lifestyle. I’m in it for the long term.
A motto of sorts: A dear friend came through an intensely challenging time of life. She explained greeting each day by setting intentions–a pseudo Buddist-style philosophy. Each day I reflect upon loved ones, think of treating others with respect and restraint, and acknowledge I am responsible for my actions and reactions. This is a great path and infuses relationships and interactions with calm. I like that.


Adding Lisa into the mix of life has been empowering–she’s a long term asset and a wonderful partner in fitness.”

Sheila

Bethesda, MD