"To effectively change yourself, you must believe yourself capable of changing and you must have no beliefs which prevent that change." -P. Wood
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We are known internationally for helping our members experience incredible, life-changing results. Read the following successes and be inspired by their stories. If you take action today, you could be one of our sucess stories too!
Hannah Gingles-Pattison Client of the Month! "In February 2010 I found myself at my heaviest and emotionally at my lowest. Having tried many fad diets and had a number of gym memberships with no success, I was afraid that I would have to accept the fact that I was never going to be a thin or athletic person. Holding out hope that I just hadn’t found the right tool, I began combing through the local gyms and personal trainers online until I came upon NWPT.
After my initial visit and tour of NWPT I knew it was a place I could feel supported, motivated and inspired to make the necessary lifestyle change I desired. I began my new journey with Kristen Healey. Her encouragement, personalized advice and intense training sessions saw me through one of the most emotional years of my life. At her recommendation I began attending group classes where I discovered indoor rowing with Ted Schatz and my physical transformation progressed from there.
Nearly 60 pounds lighter I am grateful to have found such a wonderful group of trainers who have helped me rediscover myself both physically and emotionally. Thank you all!"
Jeanette Madrid MRI Tech "Northwest Women’s Fitness Club and Northwest Personal Training have changed my life by helping me to be in the best shape of my life, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Not only do I feel great but the Club and Training has helped me to find that inner 20 year old small farm town girl who knew the meaning of hard physical work and showed NO FEAR to serve in the military! This change has helped restore balance in so many other avenues of my life.
My trainer, Sara has motivated and inspired me to not only believe in myself but also to challenge myself! Her training sessions have helped increase my strength, balance, and knowledge while reducing weight and body fat. Initially, I had little interest in Yoga or Adrenaline cycle classes and somehow her encouragement and example have lead me to taking those classes and enjoying them! I am amazed by my personal achievements, and I sometimes ask myself, “Can I really do that?” and of course Sara is there to say “Sure you can!” My goal right now is to prove to myself and only myself that I can do it! Look how far I have come! Thank you for your dedication Sara!
So, here is my story. I was the chubby kid and the young girl who lost weight through not eating or yo-yo dieting most of her life. As a young woman I went to the military to only learn that during basic training you had about 5 minutes to shove as much food into your mouth as possible. Then I continued to try to stay active and eat healthy but somehow lost my way amongst society’s idea of working long hours and then resting in front of a television eating some type of high caloric low nutrition meal. I had practiced the core values taught in the military: Integrity, Service before Self, Excellence in everything you do and somehow had forgotten the most vital tool of survival: Before you can take care of everyone else, you must take care of Number ONE!
There are times that I am not motivated and then I think of those that inspire me. My aunt is a huge motivator. She is 60 years old and was diagnosed with ocular melanoma a year ago and was only given about 3 months to live after it spread to the liver. As far back as I can remember, she used to work out every day and despite the chemo and drugs still attempts to go for daily walks. She loved to work out but her body just can’t handle it anymore! She has a saying of my grandfather’s that keeps her going. No te rajes! (Don’t give up!). I am fortunate to have a healthy body and an opportunity to work out! Throughout this journey, I have realized that whatever we want out of life we make it our priority. Health is my priority and for me Northwest Women’s Fitness Club and Northwest Personal Training are key. We get one life, one body and so many choices!
As a maturing 40 year old female every year that passes will present a challenge. My goals are to continue with personal training, classes and proper nutrition and maintain what I’ve accomplished. I am ready to tackle those challenges and excited to see what the future holds! I know this is the lifestyle I am meant to live, after all it is the one with the most rewards!!
Jeanette Madrid"
Diane Victoria Elecktra Woman "When I first came to Northwest Women’s Fitness and Personal Training I was so terribly out of shape. I could barely make it through the first ten minute warm up of a step aerobics class I took. I was so embarrassed of the condition I was in, but the staff made me feel welcome and encouraged me to keep it up.
I was matched up with Alissa for some personal training. I was so afraid that she would be disappointed to work with me and make me feel bad for not being in better shape. I was totally wrong. Alissa showed me that I could get stronger and that with a little planning I could improve my overall health.
One day I told her I had seen the flier reminding people to sign up for the Girlfriends and Dudes Triathlon. I told her that someday I would
like to see if I could do it and she said, “why not today? You can totally do this.” So I signed up for the Tri training club and 5k training
club.
I was not a strong swimmer, didn’t own a bike and had never been a runner. With the support of all the trainers at the club giving me training tips and encouragement, I found myself crossing the finish line of my first Triathlon. Now I am planning on improving my time for next year’s event.
Thank you Alissa for helping me find my inner Elecktra Woman and being my side kick Dyna Girl.
Diane Victoria"
Tracy Fenty Happy Momma "When I walked through the doors of NWFC 9 months ago, I was an over-weight, out of shape mom of two, closer to 50 than 40 and pretty depressed about how I had let myself go. I wore clothes to hide my flab, was tired all the time and had zero energy. I loved to cook healthy food, but wasn’t making healthy choices when I made meals for myself. I made excuses as to why I couldn’t exercise or put myself first. I was creating an image for my family that I didn’t like or respect and I was setting a horrible example for my kids. I knew that I had to change. My New Year’s resolution was to start running (something I absolutely hated) and my goal would be the Girlfriend’s Half-Marathon in October. Now it was March and I knew that it was time to be my word. I registered for the “Learn How To Run” class at the Vancouver location and decided to hire a personal trainer to work with me here in Portland. Little did I know that this decision would alter not only my life, but my family’s as well.
When I first met Carol, I was embarrassed about my weight and how I looked. She took my measurements and to my chagrin, I was officially “obese.” It was just the thing that I needed to hear to get ready to change. That day, with Carol’s help, I set a goal of how much weight I wanted to lose and what the path to get me there looked like. I was motivated, even excited. I knew that this time, it would be different. And I was right.
I started out not being able to do much. Carol took it all in stride. She became my cheerleader and my friend. Through her guidance and wisdom, I started to see a difference, not only in how I looked, but even more importantly, how I felt. I woke up every day energized and excited to start my day. I became someone who looked forward to workouts and running became something that I “had” to do everyday. I was addicted! Before, I made excuses as to why I didn’t exercise. I was extremely busy with “life,” trying to juggle everything and not doing a very good job. Now, I am managing my time so that workouts become a priority and everything else fits around them. I became an expert at anticipating where obstacles might pop up for me and how I could overcome them.
I will never look back and will never be the person that walked through that door 9 months ago. I want to be running half marathons when I am 80. This May, I will be running the Rock and Roll Half Marathon, stronger than ever! I may even try a Triathlon, who knows? I see now how I was holding myself back and now how I can do it all. My kids now have a mom who is energetic, excited about life and who can do fun, active things with them. My husband has the woman that he married back, happier and healthier. I have learned that we cannot let fear or embarrassment rule our lives and make our decisions about our health and ourselves. We must live in the here and now, seeing (and believing) the potential that each of us has and honoring it through caring for and loving ourselves. It is a gift that we not only give ourselves, but those in our lives as well."
Julie Deal Registered Nurse "When I first stepped foot into Northwest Women’s Fitness Club, I was coming out of a horrible couple of years of job changes and depression. I had always been an athletic person, but I was finding things were harder to do than I remembered. I was tired of how I felt and looked. I knew I needed to start getting serious about my exercise and lose some weight, but I was hesitant to join a gym. I hated then, the smells, the intimidating machines, the intimidating people and the lack of support. I always felt like I was just on my own, relying on some knowledge I had gained from swim team training as a kid.
I had a welcome surprise with this gym. There were no funny smells, there were people around asking how my workout was, there were towels to mop up my sweat, and there was an aromatherapy room. I didn’t feel intimidated, I felt welcomed. I felt like I had joined a big family.
I was connected with Remy as my Personal Trainer. I was quite hesitant and nervous about having a personal trainer. I knew that I was out of shape and overweight, but certainly didn’t want anyone pointing that out to me. Remy was a perfect fit. She quickly read right through my hesitations and took things slowly. I didn’t have a fitness goal when I started, just wanted to come to the gym. After working with Remy for a couple of months, she mentions I should do a triathlon. I told her she was crazy, that I didn’t run, haven’t swum in 15+ years, and have a bike that is gathering dust in the garage. She said it didn’t matter, I didn’t have to run, and no one cares about the bike, and reminded me that I know how to swim. Next thing I know, I am running 3 miles, I have purchased a new bike, have gotten back in the water, and am signed up for the Girlfriends and Dudes Triathlon.
Doing that event has opened up a new world for me. I want to do more races and want to continue to improve my fitness. I actually want to go to the gym and miss it when I can’t go. Who would of thought? As one of my friends said while we were running a 5K race in June, “I feel like I’m in an alternate world. You are running!”
I could have never imagined how far I have come and how great I feel today (around 50 lbs lighter)), and I have only Northwest Women’s Fitness Club and Remy to thank for it.
Julie Deal"
Laurel Singer Program Manager "At 50 plus, I was shocked to find my body beginning to experience a major melt down. Literally, it was as if my 90,000 mile warranty had expired and the tires were slowly going flat. No longer was my daily exercise keeping up with the decline in my muscle tone. I’d read about the importance of weight training as one ages, but felt overwhelmed by the machines and intimidated by the crowds of young men that gathered around the weights at my usual gym. I needed help and a friend recommended Northwest Women’s fitness. The “spa like”, calm atmosphere of NW Women’s fitness, including candles at the front desk, seemed to reassure me that weight training couldn’t be all that bad and if it was, I would be healed by the eucalyptus and soft rays of the full spectrum light room afterward.
I got connected with Alta as my personal trainer and met with her two times a week for a couple of months to help build weight training into my routine. Alta created workouts that were stimulating and interesting, but challenging enough that I felt as if I accomplished something when I was done. I found it helpful to have someone there to encourage me when the going got rough, and I wanted to give up.
Having a trainer helped push me in ways I would never have done by myself. When we started training, I could barely finish a “girl” push-up. Four months later, my buff 19 year old son came home from college, where he plays on a D1 soccer team. He taunted me that he bet I couldn’t complete a “regular” push-up. When I easily met that challenge, he readjusted and upped the challenge: “I bet you can’t do 15”. As I clicked off the last one, he said with pride, “Wow, most of the girls I know my age couldn’t even do that!” His comment alone was worth every ounce of sweat. I am continuing to work with Alta every other week, and by the time he is home for summer break I will impress him with a chin up!"
Jessica Klein Part-time Speech/Language Pathologist, Wife, Full-time Mother with one son, 34 years young "I've been a member of Northwest Women's Fitness Club for over 3 years and this gym is a second home to me. Everyone from the receptionists, managers, trainers, and instructors get to know you on a first name basis. Plus they offer such a great variety of classes that I have never felt bored. I have lost over 50lbs and several clothing sizes. I am in the best shape of my life and still improving thanks to Northwest Women's Fitness Club. It is a fitness club for everyone... any age, shape or size. I have felt so welcomed from day one and with their support, training and encouragement, I am surpassing my fitness dreams.""
Cornelia (Lela) Frank Wife, Mother, Grandma & Retired Teacher "LeLa is 64 years young and has been consistent with exercise for over 30 years! She works out everyday and provides tips for how you can stick to an exercise plan too so you experience incredible results. Plus she talks about how much she loves us at Northwest Women's Fitness Club!"
Lynn Scapple Education Consultant/Instructor, Wife, Mother, 63 years young "I have been a client of Northwest Personal Training & Northwest Women's Fitness Club for almost 9 years. The results I have achieved are awesome. First, I enjoy the buoyancy of consistent good mental and physical health. Second, with consistent support from trainers, I have regained almost full use of my right arm which had incurred muscle damage that caused pain and limited range of motion. The staff is friendly, professional, and highly skilled. Additionally, I enjoy the broad spectrum of classes and services. The physical appearance of the facility is aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. If you want to enjoy life to the fullest, look younger than you are, and learn how to keep growing in healthy ways, you've got to check this place out! I wouldn't go anywhere else. I drive 20 miles to the studio even though there is a gym less than a mile from my home!"
Cheryl Stephenson Chef, 30 years young "My initial goal was to start exercising to look good in my wedding dress. After 4 months, I have lost 20 pounds and am more toned than when I was in high school! My arms are going to look great in my strapless wedding gown! My workouts are challenging and FUN! I love the personal attention! Thanks to Northwest Personal Training & Northwest Women's Fitness Club, fitness has become a part of my daily life and I actually look forward to my workouts."
Cheryl Bryant Mechanical Engineer, 40 years young "I have been a member of Northwest Women's Fitness Club for over 9 years. With the variety of the classes and expertise of the trainers, I have lost 20lbs and been able to keep it off! I love the customer service, friendliness of the staff, and cleanliness of the gym. I would recommend Northwest Women's Fitness Club to anyone who wants to develop great workout habits in a very supportive environment."
Sarah Goforth Director, Married, 48 years young "I have been a member of Northwest Women's Fitness Club for over 6 years. They have a very strong group fitness program with well-trained instructors that really want to help you. I have achieved weight loss, a leaner body, more strength, better endurance and a love for exercise that has become a big part of my life. You get what you pay for and I feel like I have won the lottery with this amazing club!"
Diane, O'Neil Dental Hygenist, Wife, Mother of 9 year old boy "Check out why Diane loves Northwest Women's Fitness Club and is looking good and feeling great!"
Sheila Trapold Business Owner, Wife, Mother, 49 years young "I've been working out at Northwest Personal Training & Northwest Women's Fitness Club for 3 years. I feel better about myself, I'm in the best shape of my life and I have more energy and less aches and pains. The friendly, caring, and fun staff is always available for help, encouragement, and instruction. They truly care about you and your individual strengths and weaknesses and help you work through them. It's truly is the BEST place in Portland to workout!"
Leah Kraft Seriously happy member and beautiful woman! "Dear Sherri and Crew,
I've thought so many times about writing to you when I'm feeling so good after a great workout and heading home, but for some reason have put it off. Since it's coming upon Thanksgiving, I want to express my sincere thanks to all of you.
I've always been active, but after graduating college I found myself becoming more and more sedentary. I signed up for a membership at a fitness chain (that shall remain nameless!) that was literally five blocks from my house. I figured, if I can't get motivated to go five blocks, then I must be seriously lazy! After a couple weeks, I found myself DREADING walking into that gym. I hated everything about it! The lack of customer service, the warehouse feel, no towel service! Ugh!
Then, miraculously I got a mail flier from NW Women's Fitness. That day I came to your beautiful gym and couldn't believe that such a fine workout facility existed! Lori was so kind, humorous and welcoming when I signed up for a membership. I was concerned about the price hike compared to said crappy gym, but I thought to myself "if I actually come here often it will be worth it!" It's been almost 2 years and I can't think of a better way to spend my time and money.
I absolutely love the classes and the teachers. Jamie gets me so motivated, I don't think I have ever sweat harder than in her cycling class. I leave the gym feeling so satisfied and happy that I devoted time to making myself healthy, I even don't mind the muscle soreness the next day. I attended a step class a couple weeks ago that was devoted to a member who had recently passed away and was blown away by the thoughtfulness that Sherri and the staff showed.
The front desk staff is always so nice to interact with, Sarah has always offered kindness and humor to me when I've been having a rough day and everyone is always ready with a smile. Kathy has taught me numerous invaluable skills in the weight room, so I will never be intimidated walking into a weight room now and that is saying a lot!
This past year has been a really difficult one for me, and I have always found a peaceful escape at NWWF. I used to run in and out of my old gym, but today I stayed a 40 minutes after a class to sit in the light room with magazines! YES! I LOVE MAGAZINES! I'm so glad I don't have to spend money on them anymore, because I read them there (maybe I am even saving money by belonging to NWWF!) Even though I have been struggling with employment and money, I will never feel bad about spending money on my gym membership because it makes me feel nothing but awesome!
I realize this is rambling by now, but I freaking love NW Women's Fitness and every single person that works there. Thank you all for all that you do!
Sincerely,
Leah Kraft"
Devani Scheidler 40 years young, Mother of 2 boys age 10 and 8 "Devani tells us why Northwest Women's Fitness Club is the best club in Portland!"
Stacie Codino Business Owner, 37 years young, Wife with 2 dogs "I was looking to join a fitness club that was different than the typical clubs out there so I joined Northwest Women's Fitness Club. The staff is so friendly & supportive and the club is gorgeous & clean. I feel so proud to belong here. Plus the group fitness classes are incredible. Their instructors are so helpful and their trainers set me up on a program that has me feeling more toned than ever. I've lost 10 pounds in 6 weeks and I feel amazing. I also love that I can get a massage right after a workout and their therapist is one of the best I've ever experienced. It's the best thing I've ever done for myself!"
Sandy Flores Food server, 39 years young "I've been a member at Northwest Women's Fitness Club for 6 years and I love it because the staff is friendly, helpful and encouraging. Plus they make exercise fun! I am more toned, energetic and healthy."
Maite Simon Teacher, Wife, Mother, 36 years young "I joined Northwest Women's Fitness Club two and a half years ago because I wanted to improve my general stamina and fitness, and meet like-minded people in the area. They helped me stay strong throughout my pregnancy and get back to my pre-pregnancy weight and figure in less than 3 months. I love their wide variety of workouts and programs available, their flexible schedule, and their incredible team of trainers and staff are very knowledgeable, upbeat, and always happy to help you out!"
Mariah Sirius Interior Design, 54 years young "I recommend Northwest Women's Fitness Club to everyone. The facilities, programs and equipment are first class. Upon arriving I am always cheerfully greeted by the friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. I am more toned and have much greater stamina!"
"Northwest Women's Fitness Club helped me stay strong throughout my pregnancy and get back to my pre-pregnancy weight and figure in less than 3 months." - Maite Simon, Teacher, Wife, Mother, 36 years young
