MEMBER OF THE MONTH - February 2018

TANYA TORRES

MEMBER SINCE MARCH 2017

Tanya Torres radiates so many qualities we are proud to have in a TFL member… Tanya is a team player, a motivator, a listener and an all around badass.  If you have had the opportunity to train next to Tanya, then you definitely know what we’re talking about.

Tanya exudes positivity and is never in a workout just for herself.  If you’re lacking motivation or feeling like you can’t finish a round, she’s the one you want next to you with the amazing ability to make you feel like you’re in this together.  Quitting isn’t an option for Tanya, and she makes others believe that too.

Tanya is almost as dedicated to her training as she is to the Oakland Raiders (that’s huge), and she rarely misses a session.  She has been working towards specific strength goals since adding Hybrid to her program, and recently hit a huge PR on the Barbell Front Squat of 135lbs!  Even though it’s often on her way to or from work, Tanya remains consistent and always brings the same level of energy and passion even on her longest days.

We would like to congratulate Tanya on all of her accomplishments and never-ending hustle over the course of her time within our community; and thank her for bringing such a spark to each one of her sessions.

Member of the Month - November 2017

BRAD SARGENT

MEMBER SINCE MARCH 2017

Brad “So Amped” Sargent is one of our most improved members, and his dedication to the TFL program is paying off. Brad is not only consistent with his training sessions, but always shows up with a great mentality and a huge smile. His devotion to perfect our foundational movements and his eagerness to learn new, more advanced skills make him a pleasure to coach. 

Brad’s dedication to the process has helped him conquer his goal to learn, and continue to master, the Kettlebell Swing – a movement that we hold to a very high standard. Every set of swings is followed by a “How did that look?” as he is always striving for improvement. Brad’s trust in his coaches has helped him lose fat, gain muscle, and feel more energized! Since Brad started, he has made a massive lifestyle change from a weekly routine without regular exercise. He is an inspiration, and we truly enjoy Brad’s presence within our community.

“It has been so awesome to watch Brad’s progress! He always gives it his all, especially on hill sprints!”

— Jennifer Nyman

Member of the Month - September 2017

LINDA BRESNAHAN

MEMBER SINCE AUGUST 2013

Linda Bresnahan started with TFL just over 4 years ago with her daughter, Lynn.  She embodies everything you could ask for in a perfect member – realistic training goals, consistency, positivity and eagerness to perform movements well and progress at a natural pace. 

Making strength training a part of her regular routine has afforded Linda the ability to take dishes out of her cabinet with ease (one of her very first goals in 2013), enjoy her retirement on vacations with her girlfriends, and last hours on the dance floor at parties!

Anyone who's had the pleasure of training next to Linda has experienced many of the same feelings that we do as coaches.  She’s an inspiration, and truly a sweet joy to be around.  Linda’s spunky sense of humor and easy-going attitude make it easy to enjoy our jobs as coaches, and we couldn’t be more pleased with how far she has come since joining our community.

Linda can be found in mid-morning small group sessions, often dancing in between sets to her favorite Latin music playlists!  We'd like to congratulate Linda on her recent birthday, her four-year TFL anniversary, and yet another month of hard work!

“She’s an inspiration, and truly a sweet joy to be around.”

Member of the Month - August 2017

JEN NYMAN

MEMBER SINCE JUNE 2015

Jen Nyman is the first person to introduce herself to anyone she doesn’t know and embodies many of the qualities we nurture here at Train for Life.  She’s welcoming, positive, and enthusiastic in literally every session.  We know that when Jen is here to train she will make others to push harder, but won’t let them leave without feeling like they did their best.

Her attitude and commitment to our training philosophy is something we can all learn from.  Since day one, Jen has always been eager to learn and embrace everything we educate her on from proper recovery to how to hit that big, personal best lift.  Jen is all about balance, which is something we foster here at TFL.  She never skips a workout, and is still a rockstar mom at every event, birthday party or school function her son, Kris, has.

Jen is always willing to help a fellow member so the next time you see Jen in one of your classes, be sure to partner up with her if you’re looking for someone to inspire you to have one of your best workouts!  We thank Jen for being a shining example of what it means to be part of the Train for Life community.

“Jen is one of the people I look forward to working out with most. Always fun. Always funny. Always motivating me to do more.”

— Amy Zajac