I started working with Lionel in April, four months before my wedding. For the first two months, they worked mainly on conditioning and increasing the level of intensity to my workout out. Throughout the first two months, Lionel continued to talk about "putting me on a work out and food program." I have always been against a diet, so in June I only agreed to the workout program. Lionel had laid out specific works out (6 days) a week for me to do to increase the intensity and hopefully shed a few pounds. Finally in July, he convinced me to go on a "cleanse" to shed the last few pounds. At first the cleanse (no soda, coffee, sweets, white flour, etc) was difficult, but after the first week, I started to notice a difference in my body and overall eating habits. Before the cleanse, I would drink at least one coffee and 2 sodas a day, and had to stop that immediately. I thought it was going to be harder, but it turned out to be a easier than I thought. I stopped craving sweets, sodas, breads, etc and when I ended up cheating, my body would crash and I would feel horrible. When it came time for my wedding day... my dressed ended up being too big and it felt amazing. I have never felt so good in my entire life. I have ended up sticking to the cleanse, with a few cheats here and there and am proud to say that I have dropped four dress sizes.
Marisa Behnke - Fox Sports Network (FSN)

"Honestly, I hate working out, but they make it fun! I can’t believe my fitness goals are finally in sight!"
Chelsea Hixon, Creative Director

The results I’ve achieved with them far surpass my expectations and without ever setting foot in a gym! Whether training at my home or at Greenlake Park, they had the knowledge and expertise to instruct me through a great full body workout that included strength-training and cardio. They didn’t stop there, they also provided a workout routine I could do on my own, nutrition counseling, and self-confidence I needed. After only a couple of months, I had enough confidence to go on a 23 mile, 3-day long backpacking trip, which was amazing given the condition I was in when I came to Ideal Fitness. My right knee had been broken and operated on twice and never fully rehabilitated, so it needed a lot of work. They were able to work with my "bad knee" without re-injuring it, yet pushing it hard enough to gain results. His knowledge of the body and professionalism makes him an outstanding trainer that I would highly recommend.
Katie Pederson, Vice President Digital Workflow & Systems

They are awesome!!! He has been able to give me an aggressive workout in a home environment while motivating me to be consistent and accountable. This is not an easy feat. Just ask my friends! I would recommend Lionel to anyone that is looking for dramatic results and guidance to a better lifestyle.
K. Dews 

They have been a valuable addition to my workout routine. When exercising is the last thing I want to do, he holds me accountable and motivates me - which is key when trying to reach a fitness goal. Most importantly, he makes me laugh while working through the pain!
Mindy Meyring, Public Relations Account Director Purdie Rogers Advertising and Public Relations

Through their caring nature, knowledge and spunk! I’ve not only lost weight and inches, I’ve gained strength and confidence that I never knew I had.
Sara M. Russell Production Designer

"I am over 40 and haven’t had the willpower to keep up with exercise consistently in years. After meeting them, any feeling of awkwardness I had over being so out of shape quickly dissipated. He is personable, reliable and totally motivating without any generic plans or generic workouts. He sympathetically takes exactly where you are at NOW and helps escalate you to where you need to be, but without letting you slack! He is very in tune to what a person needs to do in order to achieve their goals on an individual level, and then designs the right plan and various routines. He is constantly challenging me by changing routines to keep the sessions exciting and making the most of my core muscles groups and my cardio workout. My metabolism is finally starting to increase after years of trying dozens of diets and gyms. My energy is up, I am sleeping better, and my clothes fit more comfortably all complimenting my new found strength!"
Kristina F, Seattle WA"

It was time for me to turn my life around for the better. Working out with Ideal Fitness for a year now has been the best thing that could of happened to me. It has been so gratifying, and my health and self esteem have grown a lot. I was not a runner and I have ran 2 5k’s and one half marathon since I have been with them, and now they are helping me prepare to run another half marathon in June with my sister.
Joan Wright mother of 2

Ideal Fitness has made a significant difference in my fitness level. It has helped me reach my personal goals and train for sports, as well as be a happier and healthier person than I have ever been. I couldn’t have done it without them.
Ellen Zocher Lakeside High Athlete

Working out with Ideal Fitness has been a life transforming experience. Not only physically but mentally. I can’t imagine not exercising in my daily routine. Ideal Fitness has made a significant difference in my fitness level.
Kelly Jenkins Mother of 3

They bring life and and excitement when I workout. They have helped my fitness level tremendously, which allows me to still hike, ski, golf, and play some bridge.
Sarah Navarre Senior Citizen

Isaac really finds a way to push the workout envelope. With Ideal Fitness I have participated in three events so far, one being a half marathon. I felt alive!
Dan Jenkins Business Entrepreneur

When I was introduced to Ideal Fitness, I had a specific goal that I wanted to reach. It was to lose 40 pounds and to gain muscle tone. I have successfully lost weight with different diet programs, but always put the weight back on and more. Consulting with them educated me on how bad this was for my body. Right then, I decided I cannot do this anymore, that the yo-yo dieting days were over. Ideal Fitness designed a life style nutrition program for me. It has been the easiest and healthiest eating plan to live with. I honestly do not feel I am on "a diet". This nutrition plan has changed the way I eat for life!! My whole family is eating much better. They also understand how important it is to eat the right foods, so food can work for your body and mind. There has been very few times when I crave the sugar and caffeine that I was addicted to before. Ideal Fitness taught me how to eat more often with the right foods. This program has greatly reduced the desire to make the wrong food choices. The workout plan has been so great for me, and I actually look forward to exercising. I have lost a significant amount of weight and inches in the four months I have been with Ideal Fitness. I have reached my goal and have set new goals for the future. The exercise program, with a trainer coming to my house, is the only way I can fit in a hour workout. I have three kids and my twins are at home with me most of the day. Ideal Fitness have made my workout program work for my family without making special accommodations for childcare. Whether it is running stairs in the house, using the treadmill in the garage or my stationary bike in my backyard. The kids are home with me and I get an hour workout in at the same time!
Carol Calvert mother of 3

One of the things that strikes me from the teams list of benefits is the word "accountability" because it is spot on and a rare find. With a busy lifestyle, finding time and motivation to exercise can be difficult, but Isaac doesn’t let me slip behind. He is flexible, convenient, and always finds a way to schedule my workouts and keep me motivated. Without him I would have fallen off track a long time ago. Another thing to say about them is just how much I get out of our workouts. I’ve worked out for over ten years and I have never had a workout as effective as Isaac’s. Bang for your buck, Ideal Fitness is tops.
Ned Clapp Business Entrepreneur