“I started working with Franny in the spring of 2020. I wanted help and accountability in my fitness planning to keep me moving and build my strength, and the pandemic made this even more important. In addition to customizing workouts for me, Franny has built me multiple routines around the few weights I have at home so that I can keep building my strength without going to the gym. I had not incorporated strength training into my fitness routine since the 1990’s, and now as a woman in my late 40’s, resistance training is crucial to maintain muscle and bone mass. I needed help working strength training back into my routine. My ultimate goal is to keep being able to do all the activities I love well into my senior years, including skiing, biking, paddling, hiking, and whatever else looks fun. Franny is helping me to make sure that my body can keep up with my ambitions.”
— Tonya (48 year old engineer)
"Ever since I was diagnosed with the peripheral nerve disorder Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT - 1A) disease, I have experienced a steady decline in strength and energy. After training with Franny though, my energy level has increased so much, and I feel my muscles working again! I even went on my first hiking trip this summer! She is encouraging, motivating, and very thorough with the explanations and visuals to demonstrate proper technique to ensure that I could achieve my health and fitness goals safely and effectively. She challenges me to be the best that I could be, and she is always right by my side to support me, even if it is online training. Working with Franny has been a great experience and by far the best thing I’ve ever spent money on! Thank you Franny for making me stronger!"
— Andrea (46 year old data analyst)
"Only 2 months into exercise training sessions with Franny, I have noticed a substantial difference in body strength, balance, and endurance. From her detailed assessment of my physical fitness, factoring in my joint injuries and other issues related to my age and health (lupus and a heart condition), she created a program that has made me “feel well in my skin” again. When I step on uneven ground, I am no longer afraid of losing my balance. I feel young again!"
— Carole (63 year old botanist)
"I had a knee injury earlier this year just before the lockdown in March 2020. I could not walk or bend my knee --- Enter Fitness with Franny. After 6 months of twice weekly sessions starting with physio exercises, I have no pain and I can now walk and perform regular exercises. I could not have done this on my own. Franny's enthusiasm and passion comes through our sessions, and she is always paying attention to my form. We have fun and games at the end of each session too. I highly recommend her!"
— Fariba (engineer)
"I was getting frustrated with doing free online workouts without getting any results in months. After I told Franny my frustrations, she designed a program that I could do in the comfort of my living room with little to no equipment. She has kept me on track with my weekly workouts and created a program that is specifically tailored to my body. I can say confidently that I am the strongest that I have ever been and I genuinely look forward to my workouts every week. After only a few weeks of training, I already noticed my body changing and had friends and family comment on my progress. Franny listens to my feedback, pushes me to challenge myself physically and mentally, and encourages me to show up each day (even on the days where I would rather stay in bed). She is passionate about improving her client experience and genuinely wants you to reach your goals."
— Wesley (24 year old barista)
"After two back-to-back pregnancies, I gained weight and developed chronic low back pain. Franny has strengthened my core, corrected my form during exercises, and prevented me from doing exercises that could reinjure my back. I am now much stronger than before and down a few dress sizes. Being out of shape has made me feel very insecure, but Franny made me feel motivated to continue on with my weight loss journey. Franny, you have a fan for life!"
— Shauna (36 year old graduate student)
"My wife and I train together with Franny, and we always look forward to our fitness sessions. We take our laptops to our basement gym, fire up Zoom and within minutes we’re online with Franny and into the workout. Franny gives expert advice on our form and guides us through exercises she designed just for us to help us avoid injuring ourselves and to become stronger. The training helps me cope with work-related stress and provides me with a much needed boost of energy after a long day at work. It also enables me to enjoy cycling, walking, and other outdoor activities more because I am stronger now. Training with Franny is awesome!"
— Martin (47 year old engineer)