Simple Solutions Fitness

Both Maggie and Steven are awesome! They have motivated me to push myself beyond what I thought I was capable of. I love the nonjudgmental and encouraging environment that they create. I always leave Simple Solutions feeling confident, empowered, stronger, and more knowledgeable with regards to form/technique.

I won the opportunity to try SSF this July. Their set up is really cool: with just a few people in session at a time, there is a level of community and support that is easily built over just a few sessions. While there is a feeling of privacy, you still have a trainer right there to give guidance, feedback and keep you working in a safe way towards maximizing improvement. They use an app to help you through each session, which gives a sense of guided independence, and makes each hour tailored to you, while still doing the same moves as the others in the group. This also allows you each to go at your own pace throughout, and gives the trainers freedom to “wander,” providing individual feedback. The app also keeps track of your performance for you, so you can easily see at a glance your improvement in weight and reps, where you are in the current workout, which move you’re on (including a video of how to do it in case you’ve forgotten), how many sets you’ve done and have left, and what’s next up. I haven’t done this kind of training before, and it was pretty awesome! If we didn’t have so many extracurriculars this year, I’d likely continue. I don’t know what the normal cost for training is at most gyms, but I did price check one, and SSF’s prices are equivalent to one of the large gyms in Columbia.Highly recommend!

When I first sought out Simple Solutions, I truly was in a place a total ignorance when it came to getting healthy. I had no real idea on how to even start working out, and certainly didn’t know how to do any of the exercises. I was starting from scratch. From day one, Steven has been incredibly patient with helping me build a foundation when it comes to planting my feet and gaining knowledge about my health. Now only a few months in, I’ve not only noticed my strength improving and increasing, but I’ve also developed better sleeping habits and I’ve been more knowledgeable about what I’m eating and how it’s affecting me. Steven provides a safe and welcoming environment to work out in, and really makes an effort to get to know each and every one of his clients. Joining Simple Solutions has done nothing but positive things for me, and I can’t recommend it enough.

I couldn't speak more highly of Steven and Maggie! The environment is friendly, uplifting, and positive. Steven and Maggie are phenomenal trainers who not only care about your fitness goals but also care about you as an individual. A year ago, I was terrified to step into a gym alone. After training at simple solutions, I now have the knowledge to walk into a gym confidently.

I've been lifting for a decade, but Steven is the first trainer I've ever worked with and he's made all the difference. I lost a lot of focus in the details of strength training and Steven helped so much with that and more. It is clear that he tries to create an inclusive space and is not only teaching you but also continuing his own learning. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, kind, and passionate trainer, Steven is you're person!

Simple Solutions is a wonderful solution if you’re looking for guidance and personalization in a calm, welcoming setting. I’ve been very hesitant to picking back up in my weight training program, after being out of the loop for years, and felt welcomed, and uplifted working with this crew. Never did I feel embarrassed, out of my depth, or judged like you sometimes feel in a bigger gym setting. I’ve really enjoyed their expertise and workouts and already feel stronger and more confident.

The trainers at Simple Solutions are very knowledgeable and experienced. They are understanding of your goals, skill-level and only provide quality, evidenced-based recommendations.I often send my clients to Simple Solutions who are easing back into working out again and are nervous about this fresh start. As well as clients who are not looking for trainers to push nutrition recommendations or weight loss.I trust these folks completely!

Steven is a great coach! He meets with you individually to assess your needs and takes into consideration where you are at fitness-wise. The training is with a small group of about 2 to 4 people depending on the time; he is able to watch and correct any form mistakes and answers any questions you may have related to health and fitness. No mirrors-less stress. He also has other trainers (students in college) come to help out and gain experience. He has a great personality and you will always feel supported here.

I cannot recommend Simple Solutions enough! I was really nervous looking for a trainer not knowing what to expect. Steven makes it a point to meet with each new client and get to know them, get a complete history, and learn what their long term and short term goals are. The biggest takeaway I've had so far is how confident I've gotten going to the gym. Gym-timidation was real with me and since working with Steven my confidence has soared. Learning proper form was a game changer and I am getting stronger every week!

I started lifting April 2021 and decided to find a coach in July 2021. From the beginning Steven has been absolutely amazing! He is extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also supportive, encouraging, and just a super nice guy. I love how he programs my training and also adjusts based on where I'm at and what my goals are. I can't believe how far I've come in such a short amount of time. I know that he genuinely wants me to succeed. I feel very lucky to have found him and hope he'll be coaching me for years to come!