FLEXX Member Spotlights
HARRY T.
Harry has been an agent/advisor with Northwestern Mutual for 44 years in Northern Virginia. He lives in McLean and is an avid golfer, hiker, and former college athlete at UVA.
“Staring down at the end of a long and rewarding career and working to stay in shape to enjoy the second half. I'm 66, have a 0 handicap in golf but I want to get better and I'm committed to a winter fitness program that will help me get there. I've been training with first Keith in 2018 and now Ron in 2020-21. Both are outstanding trainers who know their material inside and out. They are personable, smart, good communicators, and both have a terrific sense of humor. Fun guys.”
Paula h.
Paula is a psychoanalyst in private practice in Mclean. She lives in Centerville with her husband, three dogs and two cats and has three grown children and three grandchildren. Paula is a long-term member, training client and class participant.
“My work is intense and I sit alot. In my free time I ride my bike, ride a horse once a week, walk my dogs nightly but need support for strength training; it’s essential to combat the bone loss that comes along with aging. Alex and Carly are very encouraging and push me further than I would ever go on my own. I depend on the class to support my fitness goals.
Strength training is essential to combat bone loss with aging. IN my working over the last couple of years with FLEXX I have increased my scores adding bone strength which keeps me off of bone medication. Aging can be warded off with consistent exercise and healthy eating.
Doing the classes with Alex and Carly I remain flexible and stronger which is necessary in riding a horse, keeping up with my daily life and preventing illness. I am in excellent health as a consequence of my years of training. “
Colvin m.
Colvin is a corporate finance advisor and investment banker in McLean with his own firm. Long hours and lots of travel (pre-Covid) with 3 teenage kids means always on the go but he loves being outdoor- fly fishing, shooting, walking his dogs, and golfing.
Colvin’s primary fitness goal is to fend off aging with lots of mobility, cardio and now strength training as cervical spine issues have been managed and kept at bay. His FLEXX trainer Keith partnered with Pany Nazari, a physical therapist with Cypress Physical Therapy to address Colvin’s physiological issues and get him back into the gym on a regular basis.
“A couple decades of travel and stress took its toll physically and FLEXX has been key to my rebuilding. Focused training with Keith, plus Pilates, physical therapy with Pany, and acupuncture on top of 7 days/week physical activity has brought me to the best shape I have been in for a long time. Being able to move without chronic pain is such a blessing! On top of the world these days! Looking forward to more outdoor boot camps for total body workouts to supplement my training with Keith. Keep trying new things...having a blast!
Colvin’s twin daughters are college students in Boston but spent their extra-long (thanks, COVID) winter break with FLEXX. Emma, who likes to watch Netflix but wants to be more active and Margot, who enjoys playing tennis, hiking and spending time with friends and family, have this to say about their training experience with Alex.
“Since I started training with Alex, I feel stronger and more comfortable doing different exercises. I also know now how to have a more proper form and what I have to work on to help build muscle and prevent back pain. I definitely feel stronger and can't wait to come back for the summer and continue!”
Kate l.
Kate started training with FLEXX because her grandmother took group fitness classes. She became one of our most frequent and hard-working clients!
“Before I started working out with Ron I was 220 lbs. Ron is great. With his help, over the course of a few years I’ve lost over 65 lbs and have gained a lot of confidence. His workouts can be challenging, but that’s one of things that makes them really fun and rewarding. I feel like we’re always doing something new and I never get bored at the gym.”
Linda l.
Linda is a wife and grandmother of four who lives in downtown Mclean. She takes lots of walks around McLean and enjoys cooking healthy food for her family.
“I want to remain in good shape and exercise for my body and my mental health as well. I train with Alex once a week, which makes me feel accountable to someone. She keeps me motivated and works with strength and flexibility.
Spencer S .
Real estate executive lives in McLean with wife and three teens. Exercise is a stress release and I am fairly active. His ultimate goal is to remain at my college weight.
“Ease of access, quality of facility. FLEXX is an ideal mix of a boutique health club but with good energy and a sense of community”
Laura p.
Laura is a chemistry teacher who lives in downtown McLean with her husband and was one of our first new members when we opened our new location. When she’s not teaching chemistry or weightlifting, Laura enjoys cooking and baking, walking around McLean with her husband, and reading.
“Teaching can be stressful, especially during a pandemic, so I like to either start or end my day with a workout. It allows me to do something positive for myself and become centered.
The staff and trainers have become like family to me! They are some of the most supportive people I have met and they truly care about me and my goals. The gym is clean and safe and the atmosphere is always welcoming. I can always count on Alex to give me some pointers when I’m stuck in a fitness rut, and know that whenever I’m there the staff always has my best interests in mind.”
Gil p .
A McLean resident, Gil is a retired Army aviator and currently a Test & Evaluation analyst for Aviation programs and cybersecurity hardware and software.
“I Love Flexx for working out and martial arts; I want to stay active, flexible, and complete with the young-ins! I've been training with Ron for several years. He has kept me interested in martial arts, challenges me, and understands my limitations. I'm stronger and feel more alive.”
Marjorie m.
Marjorie is a Realtor who lives in downtown McLean. Her career is very demanding and impromptu at times. She uses most of her limited free time to practice pilates and yoga and work with her trainer at FLEXX. Her “guilty pleasure” for relaxation is shopping..
“I enjoy going to FLEXX. I am currently training with Ron, but have also trained with Pasquale and Gina. All three trainers are incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and patient. Each workout is designed to help me meet my goals. Most importably, they use their expertise to make sure my form is correct to avoid injuries, which is so important.
The gym/studio has all the necessary equipment and machines to provide a well rounded work out. It is immaculately clean and is a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. I don’t feel lost in the crowd at Flexx Fitness as I did in most gyms and group classes. This individual attention is very important for me as it keeps me focused and accountable. I want to get stronger and more flexible and stay healthy and fit as an “active senior” .
In all my 30 years of going to various gyms Flexx Fitness ranks #1 in my book!!”