Working with Mike was proof that training smarter really pays off. As a surfer living in Chicago (who likes to surf the heavy stuff), I don’t get in the water as often as I did when I lived in California. Although the workouts didn’t seem terribly difficult or complex on the surface, the first trip I took, I was able to surf 5 hrs a day for a week straight at one of the more challenging breaks I travel to (fast currents, big beach break barrels) without even breaking a sweat. Even when I surfed 5 times a week, I couldn’t do that. Thanks again y’all!
December 2024
I can't say enough good things about my experience with John Kinnemann at YDM. When I joined, I was a year postpartum and lost about where to start. John welcomed me each session with a positive attitude and created workouts that were challenging - but doable. He made me feel strong and capable and that kept me coming back. He took the time to understand me and my goals me exceptionally well, and tailored a great training experience. Mike was also very prompt and responsive throughout all of my outreach, and incredibly welcoming in the gym. The facility is well-run and clean - and everyone who works there fosters a great environment.
September 2024
Mike is an amazing trainer! I started out a year ago knowing little to nothing about working out and now I feel so much more in tune with my body and its abilities. Mike pushes you in the best way. He is thoughtful and adaptable (he modified my workouts seamlessly when I broke my toe) and just great company. I'm so grateful to YDM and Mike for supporting me and teaching me what I am capable of ??
Working with Mike was proof that training smarter really pays off. As a surfer living in Chicago (who likes to surf the heavy stuff), I don’t get in the water as often as I did when I lived in California. Although the workouts didn’t seem terribly difficult or complex on the surface, the first trip I took, I was able to surf 5 hrs a day for a week straight at one of the more challenging breaks I travel to (fast currents, big beach break barrels) without even breaking a sweat. Even when I surfed 5 times a week, I couldn’t do that. Thanks again y’all!
I can't say enough good things about my experience with John Kinnemann at YDM. When I joined, I was a year postpartum and lost about where to start. John welcomed me each session with a positive attitude and created workouts that were challenging - but doable. He made me feel strong and capable and that kept me coming back. He took the time to understand me and my goals me exceptionally well, and tailored a great training experience. Mike was also very prompt and responsive throughout all of my outreach, and incredibly welcoming in the gym. The facility is well-run and clean - and everyone who works there fosters a great environment.
Mike is an amazing trainer! I started out a year ago knowing little to nothing about working out and now I feel so much more in tune with my body and its abilities. Mike pushes you in the best way. He is thoughtful and adaptable (he modified my workouts seamlessly when I broke my toe) and just great company. I'm so grateful to YDM and Mike for supporting me and teaching me what I am capable of ??