The longer I work with Ed and Rose City Strength, the more impressed and appreciative I become. He combines considerable knowledge with a steadfast commitment to a person’s overall wellbeing. While everything is rooted in the pursuit of strength, he innately understands: That can mean different things to different people. Therefore, he listens intently, before creating and continually adapting programs that fit the individual. I have worked with trainers before, but never with the same impact—and not with anyone who matches Ed’s level of understanding, know-how, passion, and commitment.
When I first met Ed at Rose City Strength, I explained to him that I was 43 years old and used to be in pretty good shape, but over the last couple years I felt like my body was breaking down, and worst of all, I had a bad back and had suffered from chronic lower back pain for over a decade. I asked if he could help and he said: “Of course I can, that’s what I do.” Over the next few weeks Ed got me doing exercises that I had avoided for years, like squats and deadlifts, because I always thought they would aggravate my back. But Ed explained that I did not have a bad back, just a weak back, caused by sitting at a desk all day and not doing the right exercises to keep my back in shape. Within a couple months, my back started feeling better than it had in at least a decade. And Ed got me into a routine where I am now exercising regularly and getting back in shape. Ed is a fountain of knowledge and extremely thoughtful. He knows exactly how to address every little ache and pain, and he customizes his training programs to fit each client's individual goals. Above all else, he’s just a great person to spend time with, and I truly enjoy training with him.
Ed is able to integrate his extensive knowledge of anatomy/physiology with an intuitive understanding of each client’s needs. He is the only trainer I would trust for post-surgery and post-injury strength training. After surgery for hip dysplasia and 6 months of physical therapy, training with Ed helped me become stronger than I have been in a decade. In addition, Ed helped me make simple dietary adjustments to maintain my energy level throughout the day. My husband and I have both experienced life changing benefits from training at Rose City Strength. We view our time with Ed as an investment in our health and future.
I am extremely glad that I decided to go to Rose City Strength and have Ed as my trainer. I was always in the gym before, and my goal was to increase strength, but due to lingering injuries and a couple surgeries I was constantly struggling to meet personal goals. I was struggling to even perform some exercises such as deadlift or squat because of the pain I was in. Ed has exceptional knowledge in weight lifting, training, and personal health. He took the time to master his craft and teaches that same mastery to his clients. Ed would not give up to find which exercises I needed to perform to restrengthen my core and injury areas. We worked tirelessly to find the best way to get back to my old self in the gym. After a few months I was able to perform strength exercises I thought I would never do again. After about a year I was outperforming myself like never before. I would never have felt this good again if it weren't for Ed. I highly recommend Ed to anyone who is looking for one of the best personal trainers in the area and beyond.
I began working with Ed on the recommendation of an integrative health professional I was seeing for an injury. It was the best referral ever! I was still struggling with balance, strength and pain after a year of PT, doctors and chiropractic care. And, Ed was the only one that was able to help my injury and change the course of my recovery. He was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and challenging. All the characteristics you want in a trainer. I highly recommend Ed to anyone looking for a highly-educated and supportive trainer to help attain the best outcomes.
Since I began working with Ed I have increased my main lifts (i.e. squat, bench press, deadlift) by a few hundred pounds. His vast knowledge of both training and nutrition have helped me become more successful on my fitness journey than I ever thought possible. I have no doubt that Ed is one of the most well versed and dedicated trainers in the industry.
It has been my pleasure and good fortune to be a client of Ed’s for the past 3 years. In this time I have seen significant improvement in my strength, endurance, balance, and mental acuity which has had a halo effect on all other areas of my life. Ed is the consummate professional with expertise in his field and a deep understanding of the holistic value of diet and exercise. Furthermore he is an effective counselor who listens first, explains clearly, and has a genuine passion for tailoring each client’s program to best suit their needs. With supreme confidence I strongly recommend Ed to anyone who is serious about working with a personal trainer in support of a healthy lifestyle.