Hi my name is Kathy Swist, I have been a member of LADY OF AMERICA for 10 years, and my goal in the beginning was to just stay fit. I have taken every class LOA had to offer and really enjoyed them all. Some classes were more difficult then others, but they would all be very challenging. Sometimes I would be nervous about taking a class, fearing I was not up to the fitness level of most, but I did them anyway and to my surprise, I was up to the fitness level. So I have learned never to underestimate myself.

I have found all of the instructors are extremely knowledgeable and quite helpful. They are always available to answer your questions or concerns. One of my issues was I noticed myself starting to gain weight, even thought I was coming to the gym 4 days a week. I spoke to Kim Chadwick and she mentioned to me, you have to mix up your routine because I had plateaued. My body had just been going though the motions of working out and I was no longer challenging myself.

So, I starting taking the personal training group sessions, known as shred and tread and all I can say is WOW!!!! I enjoy the group sessions because we are challenging each other, we also encourage one another. The only way I can describe these classes are like a mini biggest loser class. I have seen changes in my body I never saw before because the class is an all over workout.

You don’t have to be in top form… the instructor gears it to your fitness level, so even though some girls may be at the top of their form you can fit right in and work your way up. As I said, we encourage each other. It is such a positive experience for me and I am thrilled with my results.