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I have been seeing Julie for personal training and just joined their group classes as well. I can’t say enough good things. I have learned so much more about my form and really feel like I’m getting what I pay for. I am already down a pants size in just a few months of working out for 30 minutes once a week but even better I’m feeling SO strong. Every week is something new and your workouts are tailored to your unique goals.

You hear people talk about the difference someone has made in their life; I would like to share the tremendous difference Julie has made in mine. I have osteoarthritis in my knees and require total joint replacement in both. Since January 2010 I have been working very hard to reach a specific weight loss goal, so I could schedule my first knee surgery. Although I had been dieting and working-out all along, it wasn’t until I started working with Julie that my weight started to drop rapidly. Not only was I able to reach the goal I had set for myself, but was able to pass it and on January 31, 2011 I had my right knee replaced. The benefits of working out with Julie the few months prior to my surgery came into play in the following days when I had to use upper body strength to get in/out of bed and use a walker.
Julie showed me the correct way to use the exercise equipment and how to receive the maximum benefit from each work-out. She motivates me to increase my work-out intensity more and more with every passing week. She keeps my work-outs varied and designed with the limitations of my knees in mind. I would and have highly recommend Julie to anyone looking for a personal trainer. My life has changed so much from the guidance and lessons I have learned from this wonderful person and I feel so very blessed. Let her make a difference in your life, you will be so happy you did.

Julie is awesome! I had been working out on my own before starting at Xcel but I didn’t really know what I was doing. Julie taught me how to work on specific muscle groups and actually engage my abs when doing core exercises. I now feel confident in working out on my own and I still attend Fit Life, a group class through Xcel, in order to stay accountable and have fun!

I like that Julie keeps me encouraged and moving throughout each workout session, without being pushy in the least sense of the word. The exercise sessions are never repetitive and I really appreciate the time she takes to ensure that each exercise is performed correctly and to the greatest benefit.

Julie worked with me for six months and helped me reach my goal weight–a drop of 15 pounds! In my program, she provided nutritional counseling and provided a binder that I could take home, which was incredibly beneficial. I still have the list of healthy foods that I should be eating tacked onto my refrigerator, and it serves as a great reminder several months later. Julie also incorporated workouts into my program. We met once a month and my sessions were tailored to my needs and goals. After 6 months, I walked away 15 pounds leaner and more confident than I’d felt in years. It was a great experience, and I highly recommend Julie and Xcel Performance!

I have been a client for 2 years and have nothing but great things to say about Xcel performance. After my back injury I needed someone with the knowledge and education on physical training to make a full recovery. I am back to full activity and in great shape. I highly recommend it!

Julie is great! She really worked with my schedule and budget when she created a workout plan. I really felt like she cared about my progress and made sure my goals were obtainable. I would highly recommend if you are looking to get in better shape.

I’ve worked out with Julie and Jeremy Helton for more than six years and their workouts are keeping me healthy and as fit as I have ever been. They sponsor small class sizes and and are careful to check your form as you do the workouts. They tailor the workouts to your physical capability but make sure to advance the areas that you might want to improve upon. Highly recommended! Check them out!

I have been working with Julie for almost two years. I have never made fitness a lifestyle until now (in my early 40s) and I truly enjoy it. I thank Julie for that. She is a great trainer with just the right amount of motivation to keep pushing you to next level without injury.