Testimonials

 

 

 

Since joining Elite in April 2009 I have lost over 10 lbs in weight, gained a lot of muscle and generally become a lot fitter and healthier. However, my recent six monthly visit to my Dr's had a surprise in store for me. I was told that with my weight of 122.5lbs my bmi was very good and my immunity and body health is that of a 25yr old! Having been diagnosed with metabolic syndrome in April of '08 it became imperative that I lose weight - at that point I weighed in at around 152lbs. A low GI diet followed by moderate exercise enabled me to lose 17lbs in just over two months. However it was not until I came to Elite this year that I found the exercise level to really push me to my full weight loss potential. Thanks to Elite, my trainer Billy pushing me beyond what I ever thought I could do, and my single mindedness to regain my health this program really works. Eat clean, work out hard and get your health in order - that's the key.

 

Thanks,
Denise Manderscheid

 

 

 

I am a 58 year old male diabetic and cardiac patient. I have been a member of the Elite Fitness Center for four months. I do light workouts almost every day and at various times during the day. There is always equipment available, there is always a helpful staff member in attendance, the facility and exercise machines are always clean, and there is always adequate parking. My exercise routine has made me look better and feel better. Further, I am heartened by observing a clientele that is multi-ethnic and one which reflects both males and females across a wide range of ages. The membership includes individuals who look like athletes and those who are there to remedy years of physical neglect. The environment is not competitive, but one where everyone pursues their own personal objectives. In addition, I have observed classes like the Elite Fitness Boot Camp that involve many members in exciting high energy group activities. My time spent at this center has been one of my most satisfying investments.

 

Dan S.

 

 

 

When it came to working out, I had a very negative attitude and lacked the requisite motivation to get the results I wanted. As a result, I started training with Noha. I explained to her what I wanted and she immediately started working with me. She helped me get in the mindset I needed to be in to maximize my potential in the gym. Noha taught me that to be physically fit, it isn’t just about working out or finding the right diet. It is a lifestyle – a combination of eating right, exercise and maintaining a balance that fits my life. Through her, I learned that what works for one person may not work for another. Much to my amazement, Noha has worked with me for months and helped me get back into shape. As a result of training with her, I was able to achieve things I have never before been able to do. She has taught me strength training, the proper way to work out with weights, and how to maximize the results from a cardio workout. I have also learned about good foods and bad foods, and what types of supplements are important to assist in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I have been so pleased with the results, I have referred three people to her. If you are looking for someone to get you started or push you harder to get to your fitness goals, I promise you that Noha will be the one to get you where you want to be!

 

Thanks,

Jill Levin

 

 

 

 

After the birth of my Baby girl HALA (now she is 13 month) I truly appreciated my body in a BIG way! Ladies I have felt you’re PAIN, especially after a c-section. and it just hit me my body is not the same any more I am 35years old with new baby, new business hardly getting any sleep using the food for comfort , I kept hitting the wall ,the weight is not coming off and the scale is not moving I know what to do. I just was not ready to be committed, my weight was always under control 5 lb up or down no big deal, I decided that I am not going to be the that woman any more and I am not going to use my baby as an excuses any more. I was 145 lb 3 month latter now I am 121 lb. I am fit, strong and I feel great. Regaining my fitness level I was always going to be my greatest challenge. I am proud to say, that has been one of my biggest accomplishments as a personal trainer and a fitness coach.

 

Noha Soliman

 

 

 

I had trained with Noha for a year before getting pregnant. Prior to my pregnancy, Noha had me down to 12.5% body fat and feeling great. I continued to train with her during my entire pregnancy. I was a diabetic and at high risk for a very large baby. Because I trained with her the entire pregnancy, Rebecca was only 7lbs, 13oz at birth. I have continued to train with her post-partum and am back below my pre-pregnancy weight less than eight months after giving birth!

 

Mary Pope

 

 

My Boot Camp experience has been amazing, after the 1st week I was hooked. Every week I've accomplished something I couldn't do the week before. The ultimate satisfaction is in seeing results and my trainer Noha is delivering me noticeable results. I would not say that Boot Camp is "easy", but its definately doable for any fitness level. Elite Fitness as a whole is very welcoming. All of the trainers & staff make you feel comfortable while giving you the health and fitness education and motivation you need to be successful in meeting and maintaining your goals.

 

Stephanie Brooks

 

 

 

My name is Alaina Batts, and I began training with Clayton at nearly 150 pounds at a size 8/10. I wanted to lose about 15 pounds for a special event that was 7 months out. In the first month, I lost 12 pounds! The more I worked out with Clayton, and with a great meal plan from Noha, I was feeling better than ever and surprising even myself with my weight loss. Clayton succeeded in helping me meet and surpass my goal and get my body toned. My lowest weight was 114 pounds, 12% body fat, at a size 2!! I now know what to eat and how to be physically fit, and feel better than ever! Clayton is also my motivation. I have had several gym memberships in the past, but I would go a couple times, and then stop, wasting money each time. With Clayton there to motivate me, I now enjoy working out, and look forward to a great, but tough, workout. Clayton and Noha are definitely the best at what they do!

 

You guys are awesome,

 

Alaina Batts

 

 

 

I just wanted to say how much I appreciate you for the great effort you gave me in my fitness journey. By the end of our 3 month training session I really do feel that you have changed more than just my body fat but also my over all health. I feel more fit than ever. The training program that you created for me was never boring and in fact it made me more than willing to give it my all. Every session left me feeling more challenged and more fit, week by week. You have truly made fitness apart of my overall lifestyle.

 

Thanks,

Amira

 

 

 

To whom it may concern:

 

Noha was my trainer for over 3 years now...

I never believed in weight lifting, I never believed that I could change the shap of my body that drastically, I never believed that I could become a muscular, fit, and in athletic woman.

I always thought that aerobics and modern dance was enough.

Noha has not only changed my body but my mind as well.

She is a tough trainer, and she would never settle for less, and her perserverance with me, is healthy and bring results. Today because of her, I am proud of my body and as a result I am an ambassador of Elite Fitness to all that meet me.

 

Danielle

 

 

 

 

 

I consdier myself to have found you and hired you as my personal trainer. I came to you 3 years ago in terrible shape, both physically and emotionally. Now I am a brand new person, I feel dramatically better and I owe alot to you.

I have always felt from you that you were truly concerned with my overall well being and my progree towards being a fit and healthy person. You made my training fun and interesting. You were always introducing new exercises, making it fun and challenging. The effect on my life has been great. I have alot more energy, better health, and an awesome figure now. Training at Elite Fitness, has become one of my favourite things to do.

 

Kind Regards,

Nihal Khallaf

 

 

 

My name is Joseph Pope, and I've been working out with Clayton for about two years. When I arrived in Jacksonville to begin clerking for a federal judge, I certainly was not at my healthiest. While in law school I was so stressed I started skipping meals and my exercise regimen was very erratic. As a result, I arrived in Jacksonville rather lanky---I am 6' 1" and I weighed approximately 158lbs. I met Clayton, but I wasn't too receptive to the idea of hiring another personal trainer. I had hired trainers before and I was always dissatisfied because all they would do is talk and I never saw any results: on the scale or in the mirror. But Clayton convinced me to give him a chance, and I am so glad I did. As I mentioned, I started out weighing 158lbs at about 15% body fat and my bench press was approximately 145lbs. Today, I weigh 191lbs at about 13% body fat and I can bench press close to 300lbs! I just listened to Clayton, trained hard, and did what he said and I packed on muscle and leaned down. Plus, I feel great! Whatever your goals are, i.e, gaining muscle, losing weight, or just feeling better, train with Clayton and follow his advice, and you'll reach them.

 

You Guys are the Best,
Joseph Pope

 

My name is Deb and I have trained with Clayton for about two years. At my heaviest weight I was 228. With Clayton's encouragement and nutrition tips from Noha, I was able to reach my lowest of 126 at age 51! There are many days I am not in the mood to workout or train, but Clayton is always there pushing me and trying new workout routines to keep it interesting. Not only have I lost weight and gained muscle, I met a goal of finishing a 5k. When I first started working out, I did 8 minutes on the treadmill at 3 mph. Last year I finished the Ortega River Run (5 miles) in 56 minutes without stopping! I have gained weight over the holidays but with Clayton's firm motto "A little less talk.....and a lot more action!" I am planning to run Ortega again and the Gate River Run! Please stop by and say hello if you see me with Clayton...I'm the one that is sweating but loving it!

 

Thanks Guys,
Deb Miller

 

 

 

Thank you for the many workouts at 6:00 Boot Camp. You kept it active and lively and I am in much better shape now than when I first showed up. I think this program would be great for about anyone and I am now motivated to eat better and be more health conscious. I am taking a break but hopefully will be back.

 

Peter Esdale

 

 

The first 2 weeks of Boot Camp have been everything I hopped for. I have been attempting to work out myself at the clubhouse where I live, without much success and some injuries. The Boot Camp as offered a structure and a motivation to get me in shape. Being 63 years old it is sometimes difficult to keep up with the younger kids. But, after 2 weeks I can feel a difference for the better.

 

Jody Ballard

 

 

When I first started with Elite Fitness, I was not at my worst ever but I was not happy anymore. I started with 6 weeks of Bootcamp with 6 weeks of personal training. While some days are tougher than others (to get motivated and push myself) I do not regret my decision. For the first time in my life I am able to by Medium and a few Small size clothing items. I am not close to my goal but am getting more motivated and excited to reach it. 2 mini goals I have set for myself this year are to run the Gate river run (15K) in March and to run the Oklahoma City Memorial Half Marathon in April. Elite has been a great motivator, especially when I'm having a hard time pushing my self.

 

Thank you Elite Fitness,

Stefanie Leehan

 

 

 

I have been a member since October 2009. I really have seen changes in my body and life style. I fell better, less headaches, more energy. I have lost weight and my body is more toned. I really enjoy the classes and the assistance from Noha and Mike, my trainers.

 

Thank you guys, Paula Andrea Pou

 

 

 

 

For years I made the typical trips to the gym where you start to bust a sweat, press the stop button, and call it a workout. I never got any results which sent me into Elite Fitness. I started training with Mike with hopes of dropping 20 lbs. Mike got the 20 lbs off and much more. I currently have lost 30lbs and 3 pant sizes, but most importantly I have gained a better outlook on life. Mike brings motivation, excitement, and enthusiasm to the workouts and can put a smile on your face even on your worst day. If it wasn’t for Mike and his constant push for success, I would not be the person I am today. I never realized that working out could be fun, enjoyable, and rewarding. I have referred lots of people to Mike and Elite Fitness and every one of them loves it as much as I do! I owe the world to Mike for making me a healthier, happier person and I can’t wait to see even more results!!

 

Amanda

 

 

 

I joined Elite Fitness in October after seeing their ad in Craigslist, $99.00 for a six week boot camp, even I could commit to that! I came in and talked to Daniel and walked out a full time member! The gym appealed to me right from the start. I t is small enough that I do not get lost in the crowd. Everyone that I met has been a tremendous help in keeping me focused and motivated from all the instructors to the other members. I’m so excited to come work out now. The daycare makes it so easy to do my workouts without worrying about my kids. Now even my kids are motivating me to go to the gym! They love it there. When I started in October I weighed in at 202 pounds. I did boot camp with Mike at 12PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, ab attack with Noha on Wednesdays and Fridays at 11AM for half an hour and Pilates with Eiffe on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12PM. I also joined in on the 90-day challenge. Another way that Elite Fitness has of motivating its members.

 

Well… 90 days later, even with Thanksgiving and the Christmas holidays,(this is how great the classes are) to my great surprise I actually won the 90-day challenge! I lost 18lbs and 30in!! I won some really great prizes but the best one was the 18lbs and 30 inches! Elite Fitness added even more classes, so as a full time member I was able to participate in some extra classes now that I am in better shape. I still go to Mike’s boot camp at 12PM on Mondays , Wednesday, and Fridays, Ab Attack with Noha at 11AM on Wednesdays and Fridays and Pilates with Eiffe on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12PM. I’ve started taking Noha’s boot camp on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11AM and TRX on Tuesdays with Mike and Thursdays with Daniel at 10:30AM.

All the Instructors have their own style of working you hard, they even customized my work outs because I had recently had knee surgery. I enjoy working out with all of them!

 

I now weigh 177lbs, my goal is 130/135lbs and I can honestly say that at Elite Fitness I can see it happening. I have not found something that has motivated me to stick with exercising and eating right in such a long time. Five kids later I can see me actually accomplishing my goals. I was looking for a gym where I would not get lost in the crowd, and boy did I hit the jackpot! If you’re looking for a very hands on gym, where you can get advice from all the trainers, where its members are great and encouraging, a fun to work out atmosphere, well I’ve found it! Elite Fitness gave me back my “Want” to work out. I love coming in and getting a great workout every day

 

Elly Turner

 

 

 

I started training with Clayton about three years ago. I had been working a lot of long hours and was really out of shape, but just figured that my age was finally catching up with me. I have to admit that my first session was the longest half hour of my life, but after awhile I began to enjoy it, especially when I started seeing results. I went from a size 8/10 to a 4/6 and was able to give up; cholesterol medication. My blood sugar had been creeping to an undesirable level, but it is now down to normal. I really feel that working out is a real fountain of youth-nobody ever believes me when I tell them how old I am!

Elaine Walker

 

 

 

 

At 35 years old I decided to get healthy, not skinny, but healthy. Having been overweight and a couch potato all of my adult life, it was a daunting task. I had a friend who was in her first 6 weeks of bootcamp at Elite fitness and seeing her results every week was amazing to me. She was constantly telling me how great the classes and the trainers were; she was genuinely excited to work out. I thought that is what I want. So I signed up for 6 weeks of bootcamp classes Mon, Wed and Friday at 7p. I walked out of my first class with Noha and what was running through my mind was “that is what I want my body to be able to do”. After my first 6 weeks I was less 18.5 inches and was so proud of myself. I became a gym member that same night and have never looked back. Four months and more than 30 inches later I look forward to working out which amazes me because I could never see myself as someone who would. The trainers and classes at Elite Fitness are THE reason for the change in the way I view exercising. Instead of dreading having to get up and do something to be healthy I can’t wait to get to class and work out. Thanks to Noha and the rest of the trainers I look and feel healthy, my BMI is considered healthy for the first time and at a size 6 rather than a 16 (where I started) I guess I am considered skinny too which really is just a bonus.

 

Thanks,