Friday, July 14, 2017

McCohn Muscle April 2017 Client of the Month


Ben Shimp

Ben started training with us soon after his 30th birthday. He was having success in his personal life and wanted to keep the momentum going by dropping some excess weight and body fat, and COMMITTING to a healthier lifestyle.

We had a few issues the first couple of weeks. Ben had to overcome a calf injury. We weren't sure if it was excess weight, his build, or his footwear but he took the initiative and went out and bought calf compression sleeves. The rest is history.

He lost 25lbs in five months. His body fat dropped from 33% to the mid 20s. He has also dropped 5in combined in his waist and hips. His bench press, shoulder press, back squat, and pain tolerance have all increased substantially, and he is a sumo squatting BEAST!

He also found the time to marry his amor, Leyva. I'd say Ben is doing pretty good. Congratulations on your Client of the Month sir. McCohn Muscle doesn't have many men on the team, but you rep the brand very well.

Tuesday, July 4, 2017

McCohn Muscle March 2017 Client of the Month

Drum roll please!!!



We waited a while to announce this but here's our March 2017 Client of the Month, Ruth Pawlack.

Ruth is a registered nurse that just celebrated her 20 year anniversary working for Ohio Health. She has been training with us for three years now.



She began training with us to prevent gaining weight. She's managed to drop 10lbs and keep it off. She has increased her strength and endurance, and says her clothes fit more comfortably. Ruth's training is very unique because she deals with a severe case of scoliosis (curvature of the spinal cord).
This can make her workouts very uncomfortable, but she never quits.

She has kept a food journal everyday for the past three years as well. That self discipline is one reason she has earned this award. Even more than that, Ruth has made exercise and fitness a part of her lifestyle.

Ruth holding her own with the fellas.


She is not trying to rock a bikini onstage, or run a Tough Mudder, but she is living a healthy and active lifestyle. She has managed her hypothyroidism and blood sugar. One of the things I love about her is when she goes out to eat and tells me about the healthy decisions she made at the restaurant. Commitment baby!!!




Every vacation she sends pictures of her workouts.
Congratulations Ruth!

Friday, March 31, 2017

McCohn Muscle February 2017 Client of the Month

And the winner IS.........Kamila Zafra Nobis.


One of the many Brazilian ladies that are a part of McCohn Muscle Training. She is a mother of two, and began training with us in June 2016 when her youngest child was 3 months old. I met her when she was pregnant, and she told me that she was going to start training after she had her baby. Now people say things like that all the time and don't back it up. Kamila is NOT that person. She started off at 176lbs, now she is 149lbs (her goal was to get under 150lbs) and the key is her consistency. 

She was just like so many out there that start and stop, then start and stop again. She has finally managed to stay consistent and she credits her excellent trainer :-) and the McCohn Muscle Training Team that helps keep her motivated. She used to breath heavy after a few minutes of running and now she can run miles without stopping. She was only able to do FIVE push ups when she started, and now she can bust out 40 with little problem. Her eating habits have also improved. In case you did not know, Brazilians love to party. She managed to balance the many birthday parties and gatherings with daily diet discipline. She feels great, looks great, and her body is happy.
Congratulations Kamila! Your hard work deserves recognition!

Sunday, March 5, 2017

McCohn Muscle January 2017 Client of the Month


It's been a while but we have to do 2017 right. Your favorite trainer has been hard at work and I have delayed acknowledging our January Client of the Month. I call her Erin Mell. Erin Mell Greene started with us in mid-November, seven months after having a baby girl and has quietly and effectively handled her business. 
She started working out with us after a two-year workout hiatus, and we've kept her injury free. In one month she knocked off 7lbs, 2.5% body fat, and 4.5inches. A month after that, she dropped 4 more lbs 1% body fat and 3 more inches. 
She improved her push ups, sit ups and overall strength significantly, but more importantly she feels better about herself. That's what it's all about.
She made her move. When will you make yours?
-McCohn Muscle