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Sometimes life challenges us. It sets up obstacles that test our resilience and strength. Some people fold, while others rise above and overcome. Beth Marin is dominating her difficulties. “Life was my biggest challenge when I signed up (for PowerStrength),” Beth said. “I had just finalized my divorce. I was a single mom with my […]

Tiffany Anthony has always enjoyed exercising. She even was a runner when she was younger.  “Back in the day when I was concentrating on my health I used to do sprint triathlons, I’ve done the Riverbank Run a couple times,” Tiffany said. Sometimes, as life happens, health stops being a priority. Tiffany decided in the […]

The name Kloska carries a lot of weight around PowerStrength. Kyle (class of 2022) and Tim (Class of 2023) were standout football players at West Catholic High School that took their strength and abilities to a whole new level training at PSTS (they both now play football at Army and attend West Point). Their parents, […]

Shelly Devries grew up on a farm, she learned the value of hard work early on sweating in the field each day after school. Despite her dedication, she always felt a sense of physical pain and limitation, attributing it to a lack of coordination and “bad feet.” However, as she matured, she discovered the source […]

Teresa Pillars was a type 2 diabetic. She had knee pain, back pain, shoulder pain, and plantar fasciitis. A year of physical therapy did nothing to help her. Every week she had a standing appointment with a chiropractor. Temporary relief, sure, but the pain would always return. Teresa was in her late 50s, and unable […]

As a mother of two, Michelle Fox had understandable reservations about joining a gym. She tried a few things in the past, a couple classes at the YMCA, but nothing stuck. Nothing seemed to be the right fit. After her 11-year-old son, Jacob, started at PowerStrength Training Systems (PSTS) in the 5th-8th grade program – […]

Congratulations Transformation Challenger Winner – Ruby VanderArk! Ruby is a mom and a teacher. In just 30 days Ruby dropped 11 pounds of fat and gained over a pound of muscle! The biggest difference for Ruby was the focus on nutrition, tracking her food, and making small changes on a daily basis that became habits. […]

Congratulations Karen Arnold! 2019 Women’s Transformation Grand Prize Winner at PowerStrength East When it comes to lifestyle change, Karen is as dedicated as they come. Never missing a training session throughout the 30-day challenge, and focusing on her nutrition and making healthy choices each and every day helped her achieve her goals. “It’s been a […]

Congratulations to Juli who is our PowerStrength East Member of the Month!  Strength training is a family affair for Juli, who has been dominating workouts at PowerStrength for 18-months straight in the Thrive and Blue Collar sessions! “All 3 of our kids gained advantages training for their sports with PSTS – now we are excited […]

“At 43 years old, I feel stronger now than I ever have. My clothes fit better and my co-workers and family are constantly asking me what I’m doing. My answer is the same every time – PSTS!!!! I absolutely love it here.” Before PowerStrength, Heather had already lost 40 lbs. doing at-home workouts, but needed […]