[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Testimonials” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Don’t just take my word for it; here are some testimonials from some of my clients. I have helped people lose over 100lbs, get off medication, and regain mobility. The most important thing to me as a coach is to help my clients – training should help you live a better life, not just look better![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”I think that the greatest part of working with Iain is the simplicity and the honesty of his approach. There are no gimmicks … no magic potions, pills or supplements, no gadgets or special equipment. Real, whole food, in proper portions, coupled with full-body exercise, and monitored by a supportive and educated trainer who actually cares about the success of his clients. Follow Iain’s system, and you WILL meet your goals.”
Tim[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1597″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_border”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”Highlander Strength and Fitness has been a place where I lift beer kegs, heavy weights while I lunge or squat, try chin ups (really?) and any number of other uniquely designed activities that Iain arranges for that month. The place isn’t flashy, but the results are real. If you are willing to put the work in outside of the gym with your diet, inside the gym you will see all-over change. Within 16 weeks, I lost just shy of 50 pounds and have gained more muscle mass and strength than I have had in years. A terrific life experience!”
Heather[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”I gained 65 lbs when I was pregnant, and although I lost a lot of the weight initially, I was struggling with the remaining 15 lbs of “baby fat” so I decided to join Highlander Strength and Fitness. For me, buying a regular gym membership was not a good option, I needed something structured, scheduled, and laid out for me. The small group personal training was ideal. I loved the fact that I didn’t have to think about anything, I would just show up and Iain would have everything ready to go. The hour sessions went by so quickly, and my weight melted and I built muscle. Getting stronger was a bonus, and it impacted everything I did in my everyday life. My pre-baby body came back in no time and I felt great! Iain’s coaching is like nothing else I have ever received at a gym, he has such a vast wealth of knowledge and experience in strength and fitness and is truly dedicated to his client’s success. He is very motivating and gives individual attention to make sure everyone is safe and doing the best they can. To top it all off you get free nutritional advice and planning, which is definitely not a typical inclusion at other gyms, and it can make a big difference in meeting your goals. I am pregnant again, but I will definitely be back as soon as possible. I feel lucky to have a place like this to go in the valley. It is definitely worth investing in Highlander Strength and Fitness because you get results, and that’s what everybody wants.”
Leah[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”Training at Highlander gave me a whole new focus on fitness and nutrition. Strength gain and weight loss were definitely highlights of my journey but even more important was gaining confidence, sharing lots of laughs, and finding an approach to health I truly enjoy.”
Lesley[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”First I should say that I’m not a gym person, or rather not a traditional gym person, which is why Highlander Strength & Fitness appealed to me; and once I met with Iain and saw the gym, I knew it was going to be a good fit. I’m a mom of three kids, and when my youngest was 9 months old, I was feeling overweight, weak and just not myself. It was time to carve out some “me time” and that’s when I found Highlander Strength & Fitness. I’ve been training with Iain for 6 months now, 2 nights a week, and I’ve definitely seen results: I’ve lost 20 pounds, 10 inches, and I feel stronger than I’ve ever been in my life! I feel like my old self again, the “me” before I had kids. Iain is a fantastic trainer, he is stern (but not scary) and pushes you to train harder, while maintaining good form & technique, and he has a way of making you believe that you can flip that heavy tire, because he knows that you can! He really knows his clients’ strength capability and knows when to scale back or add more weight to the strength & conditioning circuits. And I’ve really connected with the amazing & strong women in his training sessions, great relationships forged from hard work and determination. Iain is tremendous at what he does, and I challenge you to to take that first scary step of contacting Iain Smith to come check out the gym yourself, you won’t regret it!”
Gillian[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”Iain is an extremely knowledgeable and motivating coach. He is passionate about achieving fitness through fun and challenging workouts that are tailored to achieve optimal results while protecting any existing health conditions, preventing future injuries, and supporting clients’ knowledge about effective health and fitness techniques. Attending Highland Strength & Fitness and working with Iain has been empowering and rewarding for me and I highly recommend it as a safe, efficient, and effective way to meet your health and fitness goals.”
Margie[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”I have been training with Highlander Strength and Fitness for approximately 20 months. I have found Iain to be extremely knowledgeable and helpful in the sessions. His advice is holistic in approach. He provides nutritional information in addition to guidance at training. I have recommended his services to several people in the past and will continue to do so in the future.”
Bernie[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”With a simple and no-nonsense approach, Iain is able to cut through the noise and hype of the fitness industry, delivering an effective and evidence based approach to fitness and nutrition. Under his guidance, if you are willling to put in the effort, and to follow the provided program, you will meet your goals. There are no promises of fast fixes, it takes a lot of work and dedication to change, especially in a way that works long term. We all know this! Having Iain’s support, guidance, and knowledge can make your goals attainable, and not just one more failed attempt at it.”
Kathleen[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”Iain is a very experienced and knowledgeable trainer. The methods he uses are scientifically based and very effective. Iain’s classes are very enjoyable. Although you work hard, the atmosphere is very relaxed, positive, and fun. I would highly recommend Highlander Strength and Fitness to anyone who wants to improve their fitness!”
Mike[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”When I attended Highlander Strength and Fitness, it was evident from day#1 that Iain genuinely wanted to help all his clients eat, move, and live better. He explained to us initially (and then continuously reinforced) that without proper nutrition, we would struggle with weight, body composition, metabolism, and many of our health goals. He definitely knows his stuff.”
Al[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”1601″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_border”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”Training at the gym is awesome. Iain bases the training and nutritional plan on solid experience and knowledge of what the body needs in order to accomplish goals, such a s fat loss. He brings it across in a way that even I understand….not just because of his Scottish accent 😉 Having followed the nutritional plan and training regularly at the Highlander Strength and Fitness gym I was able to become strong, change my body shape and loose fat. I even found a great bunch of supportive people to train with.”
Birgit[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”I’ve spent many years training in big box gyms and never got the results I wanted. Iain’s philosophy of simple training methods and consistency will get you on the right path. His intellect and insight into the world of weight training will not only motivate you to train, it will make you passionate about it.”
Matt[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”I joined Highlander Strength and fitness about 10 months ago and I have to admit I was very surprised at how successful I’ve been! In the course of becoming a healthier, happier person I have lost 30 pounds and 5 to 6 inches in my clothes! I owe so much of my success to Iain. His coaching style was just what I needed! Iain’s focus on safety and doing things the right way has kept me injury free and able to continue training. He challenges me every day to improve…..something I know I could not and would not do were I training on my own. Training with Iain has brought out my inner athlete again. It was missing from my life for too long and I’m very happy to have it back! I feel stronger, healthier and able to do activities that I hadn’t been able to do in a while. Iain’s training style also is a full package deal with nutritional support that make sense to me. The nutritional support definitely helped me to reach my fitness goals sooner and was a huge part of my fitness journey success! It’s still a work in progress but I’m enjoying every minute of it!”
Steph[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”orange” border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]”Highlander Fitness…a positive approach like no other that is founded on solid research. It’s a lifestyle change that changes the way you approach food and fitness. This journey requires commitment but Iain is your guide and coach as you become stronger, feel better, look better. Developing a healthy relationship with food is part of the process but doesn’t require a personal chef or fancy specialty groceries store items. The knowledge gained about what you eat, when you eat and how much, is practical and applicable for a lifetime. Put it all together, I have witnessed extremely impressive outcomes for those that choose to do it differently with Highlander Fitness.”
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