OUR PHILOSOPHY

Our goal at The BARbell is to help you feel better, move better, and do the things you love to do. Using exercises that integrate multiple muscle groups, with an emphasis on core strength, you will gain strength and conditioning that allows you to move through your daily life without pain, and less prone to injury. We meet you where you are, adjusting exercises as needed to match your goals and fitness level.

 

We have been where you are, and we know that fitness looks different for each person, and fitness over 40 is a whole different world. Your workout should reflect that.

OUR COACHES

  • STEVE HANDY

    COACH

    Certifications from:  NASM, NFPT, FMS Level 1, Kettlebell Concepts, Dynamax, TRX, and TRX Rip Trainer

    I spent most of my life as an athlete, enjoying multiple sports, culminating in a college football career. This was followed by 10 years in the military, 7 of which I spent working with special forces. Having this background was a natural segue into being a coach. Fitness has always been a part of my life. Being in good condition is important to me, and I enjoy sharing that with others. Watching other people grow and succeed in their fitness journey is my passion.

    As I've aged, I've come to understand that fitness over 40 is a roller coaster. This has guided my training philosophy, and helped me to develop creative solutions for members to achieve their goals.

  • JENNIFER YOUNG

    COACH

    Certifications:  ACSM, NSPA, TRX, AFAA, Les Mills BodyPump, Mad Dogg Athletics, and Cycling Fusion.

    After a career in Pediatric Speech and Language Pathology, my relationship with fitness began with a need to handle the stress of homeschooling an autistic child. I grew to love it, and wanted to share that love with others. Fostering a welcoming, non-intimidating, atmosphere has always been important to me.  My years as a group fitness instructor created a desire to help people on a more personal and individualized level. It has been a pleasure developing programs that address members' unique goals. Despite being middle-aged, and experiencing the frustration of life having its way with us, we all have an inner badass waiting to be unleashed!