Testimonials
"Since my days at Florida and in the NFL I have become accustomed to having the most knowledgeable strength coaches by my side to structure my workouts and to push me through my training sessions. Following my retirement from the NFL, I found that I struggled to get the most out of every workout and ended up doing the same grouping of exercises day in and day out. When I began training at Sweat Life Fitness I immediately found what I was missing. The trainers take their time to hear what your fitness goals are, and structure an individual plan for getting you to those goals. I enjoy the relaxed but competitive environment they create for me. My workouts are varied every time I come in and the trainers take the time to explain why we are doing each exercise, and how that fits into the overall plan. I look forward to every workout and I know that I have found the next best thing to training with NFL trainers."
-Chris Doering, SEC record holder, 8 year NFL veteran
"I gained 50 pounds during my first pregnancy. After having my first child, I was unable to drop the last 15 pounds of “baby weight” I gained while pregnant. While I knew how to exercise and what to eat to lose the weight, I was unable to do it alone and often could not find the time. Sweat Life and trainer Art Waters have helped me to lose more than my 15 pounds, tone-up overall, and strengthen my core. I have continued to work with Art throughout my second pregnancy and at 28 weeks have gained less than the last pregnancy this far in, ran my first 5-K, and feel great! Art has been instrumental in helping me to have a healthy and fit pregnancy. In fact, the whole Sweat Life team has been a cheerleader and supporter every time I step foot in the gym or see them around town! I truly look forward to my time at the gym, the intense workouts, and getting my body back after number two!"
-Tammy Forrester
"After changing personal trainers three times over the course of five months in Las Vegas, I was a bit leery of signing up to work with a trainer again after relocating to Gainesville. However, I knew that I needed someone to help me in my journey to meet my health and fitness goals. After researching and touring several fitness facilities in Gainesville—and being less than impressed—I contacted Dan at Sweat Life Fitness. From my first conversation with Dan, I knew that Sweat Life would be a great fit for my workout preferences and goals. After my initial consultation, Dan did an incredible job of matching me up with my trainer, Chris Pregony. I can say without hesitation that Chris is the best of the best, and I wouldn’t trade him for any other trainer. Chris has taken the time to read up on my medical condition and to get to know me as a person. He has a magnetic personality, and even on my worst days Chris innately knows exactly what to do and say to motivate me and help me make it through my workout with a smile on my face. I look forward to every training session, no matter how sore I still am from the previous one. And believe me; I’m usually pretty sore! He knows when to challenge me and when to support me—not only through the workouts he designs, but also in the way he communicates with me. I know that my goals is important to Chris, and when I’m frustrated he problem solves with me to find out where we need to make changes to keep progressing toward those goals. To date, I have made significant progress toward my goals, and I credit much of that success to Chris and his training techniques. Training is Chris’s natural gift, and I enjoy and am thankful for every session I have with him. In addition to working with Chris, I have found the entire staff at Sweat Life Fitness to be warm, welcoming, and supportive. Dan seems to remember every client’s name and he keeps up with their progress. He has commented on my evaluations, and he even sent me a card after my first big weight loss. I highly recommend Chris Pregony and the staff of Sweat Life Fitness to anyone who is looking for a great combination of individual attention and a physical challenge."
-Mandy Hambleton
"After only 6 weeks (12 sessions) of personal training with Art Waters at Sweat Life Fitness in Gainesville, FL I feel (and look) AMAZING!!!!! The personal training experience is something EVERYONE should experience! It is a complete life transformation! Before beginning working out with Art I was in what I considered "alright" physical shape but I wanted to be more toned and look really good (not just 'alright'). The personal training experience is the complete package in that it addresses your physical fitness habits as well as your eating habits. Art taught me so VERY MUCH about how to more properly fuel my body with the right types of food at the right intervals throughout the day. He also taught me how to better read nutrition labels to determine which foods are the 'good' foods. After just a few sessions of training combined with the good eating habits, I felt ten times more energized and focused through the day even on days when I didn't workout. By the end of the 12 session training period I was toned, feeling great, and hooked on a new way of life! I am writing this 3 weeks after my last official training session with Art, however, the results of the transformation are real. I am still working out approximately 3 times a week and eating multiple small healthy meals throughout the day. The results from the personal training experience are additive and once you see how you can positively effect your body with food and exercise you never want to go back to the old way of being. I would absolutely recommend the personal training experience to everyone! "
-Catherine Tonks
"My husband and I have participated in the Sweat Life Boot Camp for about 8 months now and absolutely love it!! Dan does an excellent job with making the class fun but challenging at the same time. The boot camp has been a great addition to my regular work out routine. Dan is very conscious of accommodating all levels from advanced to beginners that are just starting to exercise. Sweat Life boot camp has helped me shed my pregnancy weight and has also helped my husband lose 25 pounds. We plan to make Sweat Life boot camp a regular part of our exercise routine for years to come!!"
-Melissa Eberst
"Sweat Life is a very personalized gym that has really helped me focus on my athletic goals. My job as a horse trainer is quite physically demanding and for the past three years Rob Johnson has helped me stay fit and flexible. After bilateral hip replacement surgery this past fall he quickly got me back to a level of total body fitness that has helped me to do my job better than ever. I love the place!!"
-Celeste Ulrich
"Thanks for helping me get to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. Regular attendance at bootcamp was part of my training program that enabled me to build the necessary strength and endurance to make the climb possible. The variety of exercises and training with others keeps me motivated to continue to improve my fitness level. The physical challenges of bootcamp are more than enough to get to met ot the top. Thank you Melissa and Dan!"
-Marie Hemming
"I have made tremendous progress in reaching my fitness goals through the help of Sweat Life Fitness. My personal trainer, Rob Johnson, is supportive, encouraging, and has gone the extra mile to educate me in strength training and injury prevention. He makes my goals his goals and he commits himself to make sure that I reach my goals. The Studio offers everything you need and the trainers are never shy with encouraging comments to help keep you motivated. The outdoor fitness classes offer the perfect combination of fresh air, variety, knowledgeable instructors and camaraderie with people of all fitness levels who have the same goal in mind – to get fit and have fun. Having the Sweat Life Fitness team in my corner has truly made all the difference."
– Laurie M.
"Sweat Life Boot Camp has energized my workouts. Dan makes every workout challenging and fun. My 13-year old son, Billy, and I go together to the Boot Camp three times a week. Sweat Life has provided a positive health and fitness addiction to our lives."
-Lori Cheronis
"Being a triathelete requires that I cross train. Strength training with Dan at Sweat Life has dramatically improved my core strength and overall endurance. I love to go to the gym and workout hard without thinking about my program. I promise that you'll feel stronger and love it too!"
-LaVonne Rembert
“I am a big believer in Sweat Life, not only is it a great workout, but it is also FUN!”
-Bryan Williams
"It is with great privilege that I write to you in reccomendation of Art Waters. I have been Art's client for several months and he has changed my life dramatically. Art designed a program for me that included a nutritional, cardio, and strength training plan, not just some one size fits all approach. Art uses many different exercises during our workout sessions and keeps challenging me and keeps me from getting bored with the same old routine. Art's nutrition plan and exercise program are very client friendly and very easy to manage and maintain. I highly reccomend Art as a personal trainer. He is vastly knowledgeable and pleasant to be around. He will take the time to get to know you and your fitness needs."
-Ryan Russo
"I started working out at Sweat Life Fitness after betting on a package at a silent auction. I wasn't sure what I was getting myself into, but I was not disappointed! The trainers are great, and you couldn't ask for a better atmosphere. No matter how I felt about myself upon entering, I felt so much better afterwards. I didn't realize how far positve reinforcement could go. I was able to lose those last 15 pounds that are so hard to get rid of, and I had more energy than ever before. I have a very busy lifestyle and it was so nice to be able to work around my schedule. Sweat Life Fitness gave me a new outlook on life and on myself and the determination to do ANYTHING I set my mind to. Thanks Art!"
- Becca Muir
"I have completed 24 sessions with Art Waters as of right now. I never thought I would pay for a personal trainer, but he has become the highlight of my week and gives me the workouts I have always wanted. I originally was only going to use him to get me back into an exercising routine, however I have realized that I truly enjoy our biweekly workouts and it has become much harder to phase him out. I appreciate the time he takes to customize a workout according to my needs. I prefer a high intensity workout that mixes cardio burn with weight training. He keeps me moving constantly and changes things up often. I have seen a significant difference in my body tone and muscle definition, and my cardio endurance has increased as well. I am looking forward to many more workouts and I would highly reccommend him as a personal trainer to anyone!
-Ashley Adams
"Thank you doesn’t seem like enough to say to my personal trainer, Rob Johnson! He has exceeded my expectations as a personal trainer. I have had personal trainers before in Gainesville and swore I would never pay for another one. When I started at Sweat Life, I weighed 146 lbs and wore size 13-15 pants. After only 3 months of a lot of hard work, dedication, and nutritional education, I am now down to 130 lbs and in size 6 pants. What impressed me the most at our very first meeting at Sweat Life was how important it was for Rob to find out about me, what my fitness goals were that I wanted to achieve, what I expected from him, and what he expected from me. He has helped me to achieve and surpass goals that I would never have done on my own or thought was possible for me to do. Rob has helped me to build my confidence, strength, agility, and endurance in every one of our sessions. The motivation and support from him makes it possible for me to try and complete the exercises that are tough. My overall health and well being as a person has improved tremendously. He takes the time to plan a safe and properly executed training program for me that is personalized. He challenges me every time he trains me and with a positive attitude never talking down to me or humiliating me. Rob provides a fun, inviting and knowledgeable environment to come to and I look forward to every time I go. Also many thanks to Dan, who makes me feel comfortable and welcome in his studio! Furthermore, Dan makes me feel like my fitness and health matter as a person and doesn’t make me feel like just another customer for his business. Thank you Sweat Life and Rob!"
- Dalice Kropp