Advantage Personal Training

Brian, Erick, Evan, and all of the coaches are knowledgeable and able to answer any questions you might have. They create a very inclusive environment, and help everyone feel like their goals are achievable. Our family loves going together, and we have appreciated the effort the coaches have put in towards keeping the gym clean and open throughout the pandemic!

Coach Brian and his staff (Evan and Erik!) helped me on a journey to lose 90 pounds, recover from two knee surgeries, run my fastest 5k, run a full marathon, and honestly just know my body better and feel tons better all around.There is a terrific sense of support and community at Advantage and a constant curiosity that keeps everyone very informed. You have the sense that someone is looking out for you and you aren't alone. I can't imagine a better place.

What an amazing place! The emphasis is on Personal (without paying excessive personal trainer’s fees)!Before I joined few years ago, I wasn’t fully convinced that this small, private gym could be any different from any other gym out there. I thought I would give it a try for a month and see after that. I wasn’t after anything in particular when I joined, just needed a change of scenery from all other exercise programs I was into at the moment. Sure enough, I received tons of personal attention which I attributed to being a new member. Several years into my membership – the amount of attention to my well-being is still exceptional.I realized right away that Brian and his team of coaches use an individualized approach based on each person’s needs and abilities (physical and mental) to create an adaptive exercise program. Having a team of highly trained professionals in my corner allowed me to stay active and make a much faster recovery from the multiple reconstructive joint surgeries that I've had over the last few years.The most immediate effect that you feel upon joining is that the entire staff cares about you and is invested in your well-being. The coaching does not start when you show up nor does it stop when you leave. There is a sense of community and accountability that includes both coaches and members. This is not a work-out that you dread getting to because you feel you need to. This is the place you want to be, the place I very much look forward to coming each day after work. And if you want to start your day at the gym, the scheduling flexibility allows that as well. It is adapted to any work and lifestyle. This last year of COVID restrictions proved just that. While being stuck at home, as everybody else was this past year, I was afraid that it would have a huge negative effect on my physical well being. Advantage Strength's flexibility in adapting and adhering to all health restrictions while making sure all members continue to benefit from daily workouts, has been exceptional.I know for sure, I will not be looking for another gym for years to come 😊

I’ve been a member for 8 years now, and I’ve remained because Brian and his team bring a level of expertise and professionalism not available in any other gym in the area of which I’m aware. They’ve really shown their true mettle since the “March 2020 shutdown”, putting our good health and continued safety at the highest priority all the while being nimble enough to still bring their programs to us, whether outdoors or inside the gym when permitted. Kudos and continued success!

I've been a member now going on my fourth year. Wow - that long? Brian and his team got me to turn the corner from a less than occasional gym goer to truly making it my routine. Now I feel off if I miss a day or two. Its a professional environment with great, attentive coaches focused on goals and challenges and making it a place I look forward to going to nearly every day. This past year I give the team a lot of credit for their creativity in making the gym work (i.e. outside under the tent!). Perhaps it'll be back...?

I’ve been a member of Advantage for 3 plus years and I honestly can say I’m in the best shape of my adult life, something my physician thankfully validated during my annual exam a few months back!I’m stronger than ever, which has helped me crush drives on the golf course, also to the delight of my other half, carry a ton of bags to the car every time we trek to the grocery store.I was not a gym guy when I joined Advantage, but I honestly now look forward to going to the gym, also am bummed out whenever something comes up, that causes me to miss a session.The Advantage trainers are 1st class, attentive, responsive, always working closely with members to create varying routines to best meet individual needs and to keep things interesting.Covid has thrown curve balls at everyone. After gyms were forced to scale back, Advantage never missed a beat, via offering outside training, online training to support and encourage everyone to stay active and eat healthy during these very stressful times.Advantage was a great find, absolutely no regrets!

I first started attending Advantage with my Ann Arbor Rowing teammates for winter training nearly 5 years ago and I've stuck with it individually ever since. Not only has it helped me as an athlete, but I use it everyday at home and at work. Whether it's the way I shovel (like a med ball scoop throw) or carrying my photography equipment (like a kettlebell farmer's carry), the folks at Advantage have taught me the safe way to exercise which has translated to fewer injuries in my daily activities. I'm the strongest I've ever been at the age of 50 because of Advantage. I'm so grateful to them and the good energy they bring. Highly recommend! :)

I have been training with Advantage for two years now. When I started Brian assessed my needs thoroughly. I had some major areas for improvement that had made strength training difficult in the past. The exercises given were highly personalized to help me gain mobility and strength and move past these physical issues. If I ever had trouble doing an exercise it was quickly and simply modified. My functioning has improved by leaps and bounds and is limited only by the amount of effort I put into doing the exercises they have given me. :) Brian and all his staff are all extremely knowledgeable about functional strength and I have seem them work successfully with people of all ages and abilities, adapting programs for all from elite athletes to people who are coming off the couch and just want to be able to keep up with their kids.When COVID shut down the gyms in 2020, they quickly pivoted their programming to online zoom classes, and then when able opened again with a distanced version of the original program, as well as an option for virtual only personal training. The community atmosphere that has been a big part of Advantage since the beginning is now shared via an active Facebook page for all members. Brian and his staff care deeply for their clients and the local community as well and it shows.My daughter who is an elite high school aged athlete has been training also through the performance program. This work has improved her performance and has helped reduce her risk of injury. She has mentioned that her team coach has noticed how much stronger she is, and her speed and conditioning have been continuously improving, and in turn her confidence and yes, performance. Having her start at Advantage has been an excellent choice for her.In summary, if you want a training program that will adapt to your needs, and a community to support you in working toward your goals, Advantage is a great place to find it!

My family has been using services of Advantage for many years. I like how they have supported my goals as they have evolved. They have incorporated into my strength training all the elements of my physical therapy programs, and I have been pain free for some time. You get out of out whatever you put into it, and Advantage does a nice job adapting to your personal goals. The team is kind, intelligent and genuine. They clearly enjoy what they do and their enthusiasm is wonderful.

I started strength training at Advantage because I wanted to be a better skater and dancer. Advantage Personal Training has strengthened pretty much every muscle in my body, especially my core, making movements on ice and in dance so much easier and stronger. I used to hurt my back a lot and had knee issues; those problems are all gone now. I think stronger muscles around the joints and a stronger core help protect my knees and back. Also, the coaches there teach how to lift heavy weights using the correct muscles and with correct posture that helps prevent injuries. I can now carry a 35 lb. box of cat litter up and down the stairs with one hand without any problem, whereas I used have to call my husband to do it! The owner and coaches at Advantage are very professional, good at communicating, and always willing to work with any special situation. They also promote a very friendly and encouraging environment for working out for everyone.