I began weight training in August of 2018. I had just retired from my career of 40 years and my son, Andrew. said I needed to do something to get stronger. He had begun weight training using the Starting Strength program and said he had found a Starting Strength coach in Fargo, ND, which is 75 miles from my hometown. We scheduled an appointment with Dan Raimondi of 51 Strong gym and I’ve been lifting ever since.
The thought of weight training had never entered my mind. I had no idea of what to expect. Dan showed us the basic moves of squatting, deadlift, bench press and overhead press. At the end Dan asked what I thought and I said “let’s... read full review
November 2025
After 9 years coached by Dan I have a lot to be thankful for. At 72 I am strong and more active than I've been in years. Video feedback is continuous and helpful to keep me focused and motivated to reach my goals. Apart from videos, I can tell Dan of medical issues that arise apart from my training and Dan adjusts my training accordingly. He uses his expertise to modify something if needed yet keeps letting me shoot for new PR's as I am able. I've had several PR's over the past couple months and I think that is because Dan nor I let age dictate what I can do. I look forward to what's to come and I thank Dan for that.
November 2025
Training here has been a great experience. Coach Dan is knowledgeable, patient, and consistently well prepared. His programming is structured, effective, and easy to follow, which has helped me stay consistent in a way I never managed with other programs or apps. He’s excellent at breaking down form and giving small, precise corrections that immediately improve technique and confidence.
The members are welcoming, the environment is supportive, and the gym is always clean. It’s a place I genuinely enjoy training, and I highly recommend it.
I began weight training in August of 2018. I had just retired from my career of 40 years and my son, Andrew. said I needed to do something to get stronger. He had begun weight training using the Starting Strength program and said he had found a Starting Strength coach in Fargo, ND, which is 75 miles from my hometown. We scheduled an appointment with Dan Raimondi of 51 Strong gym and I’ve been lifting ever since.
The thought of weight training had never entered my mind. I had no idea of what to expect. Dan showed us the basic moves of squatting, deadlift, bench press and overhead press. At the end Dan asked what I thought and I said “let’s... read full review
After 9 years coached by Dan I have a lot to be thankful for. At 72 I am strong and more active than I've been in years. Video feedback is continuous and helpful to keep me focused and motivated to reach my goals. Apart from videos, I can tell Dan of medical issues that arise apart from my training and Dan adjusts my training accordingly. He uses his expertise to modify something if needed yet keeps letting me shoot for new PR's as I am able. I've had several PR's over the past couple months and I think that is because Dan nor I let age dictate what I can do. I look forward to what's to come and I thank Dan for that.
Training here has been a great experience. Coach Dan is knowledgeable, patient, and consistently well prepared. His programming is structured, effective, and easy to follow, which has helped me stay consistent in a way I never managed with other programs or apps. He’s excellent at breaking down form and giving small, precise corrections that immediately improve technique and confidence.
The members are welcoming, the environment is supportive, and the gym is always clean. It’s a place I genuinely enjoy training, and I highly recommend it.