Empower Personal Training

07/10/08

best personal training facility anywhere

by henryfriedman at Citysearch

simply the finest personal training facility offering expertise across the board in virtually any heatlh related area you can think of

i am there 5 days a week whenever possible

never seen anything this good anywhere

09/08/09

This is THE place to go for fitness

by jkoosh at Citysearch

My son starting working with Mike a couple of years ago to overcome some health issues. He has made tremendous progress and has had so much fun doing it! His strength, endurance, flexibility are all much improved. The facility is well equipped and immaculate. The workouts seem to be (with all the trainers) creative, well-rounded, challenging, and fun to do. It's just a great environment for all ages to go to for exercise and fitness training. It has earned my highest recommendation and appreciation!

• Pros: Experienced, well-trained, fun, and friendly trainers
• Cons: None that I can think of

07/10/09

great experience

by AHR3 at Citysearch

I've been working out with Matt at Empower for a couple years. He's motivated me to exercise regularly and eat much better. I'm feeling great and am definitely in better shape than when I started.

• Pros: great variety of workouts, extremely clean gym

07/10/09

The Best Training Experience

by PFlynn at Citysearch

This is the place to go if you are ready to get in shape and improve your overall health. I have been a client since January 2009 and I have been extremely impressed with the quality of services, the facility and the trainers. Paul Piracci, my trainer has worked with me to set goals and put together a program that has worked for me. Paul makes the workouts challenging and enjoyable. I am over 50 years old and I've lost inches in my waist and chest and dropped 20 pounds. I have been able to set up a schedule that works with my calendar so I can be consistent with my workout sessions. I have never before had this level of success with any other gym or studio. I highly recommend Empower Personal Training!

06/30/09

Great workout in Durham

by DMC001 at Citysearch

Empower is a great fitness option in the Durham/Triangle area. The facilities are unusually spacious, organized, clean, and well-kept, through out. I have worked with Katy Harris the entire time I have been at Empower (about four months, so far). My greatest regret is that I did not start sooner. Katy rocks! She is fun, engaging, motivational, knowledgeable, and patient. I truly look forward my workouts with her. She listens to me and is focused on making my workouts work for me in a way that is both comfortable and very challenging at the same time. I leave my workouts feeling like I have been tested and pushed to my limit, but not in doubt that I’ve “overdone it” in a way I’ll regret the next day. She really knows her stuff.

06/30/09

outstanding

by penn1403 at Citysearch

I have enjoyed the years of working out the fabulous staff at Empower Personal Training. My personal trainer, Paul is exceptional, youthful and motivated. It's an uncomplicated relationship where the goal is simply for me to feel the best and look the best I can.

06/28/09

ENCOURAGING, MOTIVATING, EMPOWERING!!!

by olaiya1 at Citysearch

As a "semi-retired" health professional i know how critical exercise is to health maintenance. Getting motivated to start a program and be consistent was my problem. I found Empower Fitness online and it's close to my home. The first day I walked in I felt welcome. KATY is my trainer and she knows just how far to push this "old lady" in her workouts. She "encourages" me to go past what I think I can do, then I realize I am stronger than I thought. They are fun, I never imagined i would enjoy them as much as I do and they feel really good, (most of the time). She is flexible with my schedule, offers great variety in my workouts, knows her stuff and respects the knowledge base i bring. Thanks to KATY and EMPOWER FITNESS!!!!!

• Pros: PROFESSIONAL, CARING, FUN
• Cons: CAN'T THINK OF ANY

06/28/09

First Class training.....for first calss results!

by DavidJelley at Citysearch

As a professional pilot for a large fractional aircraft ownership company my schedule is subject to change at the last minute. When I'm on the road I may be in Paris, Texas one night and Paris, France the next so having a personal trainer as flexible and adaptive as my schedule is essential. Patty Shoaf is a perfect match for my crazy flight schedule. Her can do, outside the box, never say never, upbeat, positive attitude is down right contagious. Thanks to Empower for attracting such experienced and creative trainers as Patty.

I wish you continued success.

Sincerely,

David Jelley

• Pros: Personalized training to meet the most difficult schedule.
• Cons: A little bit farther than I'd like to drive for workouts.

06/26/09

Simply the best!

by dukie46 at Citysearch

I did a lot of research before choosing Empower Personal Training, and I definitely made the right choice! Six months ago I joined their Fit Club which offers a TON of services for an incredible deal (personal training, group training, nutrition classes, yoga/pilates classes, etc). KATY is my trainer, and she is excellent! We have never done the same workout twice. She does a great job teaching the correct form ensuring that I am getting the full benefits of the exercises and avoiding injury. SHAWN leads the group classes, and he is also excellent! He makes classes fun, is a great motivator and knows how to push me to keep going. Connie teaches the pilates classes and is wonderful. Pilates is so much better with an instructor than just a dvd! The nutrition classes have been very informative and helpful as well.

The environment at Empower is always friendly and inviting. All of the trainers greet you by name when you arrive and leave. When I started out, I could barely run for 1 minute intervals without dying. I just finished my first 5K and will be attempting a half-marathon in the fall. So many people have asked me where I have been training, and I am always eager to recommend Empower!

• Pros: Absolutely everything
• Cons: Just one- Most of them like the wrong shade of blue! ;)

06/25/09

Top Quality Personal Attention

by moses21 at Citysearch

I have been training at Empower for 3 months and have experienced great results even after a short time. The trainers tailor workouts to client's specific goals and deliver quality personal attention. The studio has an intimate feel where everyone knows each other. This gives the place a very comfortable feel. I wouldn't think of going anywhere else!

• Pros: Amazing friendly staff, quality personal attention
• Cons: Studio could expand

06/25/09

katy is the best personal trainer

by Ania at Citysearch

I have had an great experience at Empower. Katy Harris has been my trainer for about 2 years and she has helped me get into much better shape than I was in and its been a blast! She is flexible with my schedule, pushes me to do better and motivates me to keep getting stronger and shes fun! I have no complaints about Empower, all of the trainers are welcoming and fun!