The SPOGA/ RYJAX program offered by Trish Washburn has got to be the truly most exhilarating workout "indoor gym" experience I have been privy to. Having been an avid outdoor athlete, runner, biking enthusiast all my life, I have always been somewhat reticent to participate in any form of indoor athletic activity - a necessary evil in the Midwest. Several years ago, as I began to experience increasing tightening of my muscles and kinks in my joints from my standard running and biking routine, I sought out yoga as a supplement to my regimine. Spiritually and physically, the benefits have long been lauded, but the full benefits were not realized for me until I found myself in Trish's studio immersed in her Vinyassa practice. The benefits of my weekly practice were immediate, in terms of spiritual cleansing and physical agility. The pairing of the weekly yoga practice with my regular weekly schedule of running and biking was an amazing complement. The pairing made perfect sense. And when Trish encouraged me to try her class pairing Spinning with yoga, being enamored with her yoga practice already and her incredible energy, I jumped, despite my aversion to indoor fitness classes. One session, I was hooked. The energy she creates in the room with the spinning, with phenomenal guidance, music, encouragement, paired with the winding down of her relaxing yet challenging poses is the most complete 90 minutes of physical activity I have yet to experience. It leaves me charged for an entire week. And the best part - Trish tailors the entire experience to all levels of fitness within one class, so you challenge YOURSELF to your own level at the time of participation. Only giving yourself room to grow. We all feel welcome, participatory and accomplished at the end of each session.  

Caran Q.
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I assume it was Michael who worked on my bikes last week.  I gotta tell you, and please pass this on to him, your husband is an absolute mechanical genius.

I took the Guru out this past weekend.  It was silky smooth and wonderfully tight.  Completely flawless.

Now, the pink Giant went out for the first time last night.  WOW!  I don't know what the hell he did, but that bike has NEVER been in such good condition, even when brand new.  The fitting John did made a huge difference, as did the new Zipp bar and FSA stem.  But, put that aside and focus on the brakes, gearing, shifters, cables, etc.  Unreal.  Seriously, the bike is about 3 years old and has never ridden so well.  I could not even hear the rear derailleur or any click in the chain.  The brakes seemed brand new.  The cables were perfect length and did not pull anywhere.  The bike was damn near stealth mode - you could barely hear it moving down the road!  The bike was not nearly in as good condition as it is now when I originally bought it bran new.  Seriously, your husband has a gift.  It is like having a brand new bike.  Tell him thanks for me!

Joel Aziere
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I began using Briana as my personal trainer a month before I competed in the Chicago Olympic Distance Triathlon in 2006.  I am 58 years old and have completed the Chicago Triathlon before but in the previous two years I was not able to run the entire 6 mile run portion so I made it my goal with Briana that I would train to run the entire distance.  With Briana's help not only did I run the entire distance this year but my recovery was shorter and much less painful.  Briana has a multitude of challenging exercises that she uses and she has a very positive approach to her training regiment.  I've really enjoyed my training with Briana and now both my wife and I use Briana.

STEVE DOMBROCK
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Going to Transition was one of the best decisions I ever made, thanks in large part to Christy Julius.

I hadn’t worked out in years and I knew it would be an uphill battle. Christy was encouraging and enthusiastic from day one. She evaluated my condition, asked me what my objectives were, formulated a plan, and we never looked back. She has found ways to keep it interesting and various ways to encourage and motivate me (not a simple feat).

I have been working with Transition for a year now and have exceeded my goals and expectations. I continue to workout there because this is the best I have felt in a very, very long time.

Christy Julius is an excellent teacher and motivator - as you would expect from a qualified trainer. I stay with her because she truly cares, you can’t fake that.

Thank you Transition…..Thank you Christy.

David Green
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Working with Briana at Transition has been a wonderfully rewarding experience.  Not only is she a fabulous trainer, but she has become a true friend.  It's a great feeling knowing that there is someone supporting me in my quest to be as healthy as I can be, and is a good friend along the way!  I highly recommend getting a personal trainer at Transition – the facility and the people are wonderful to work with; I couldn't be happier!

Stephanie Friedrich