I started working with Jackie in December of 2014.  I was about 43 pounds overweight at 238 pounds, 64 years old, and huffing and puffing my way through life.  I could only do a couple of pushups, and was unable to do more thereafter for the rest of the day.

I signed up for individual coaching by Jackie on the advice of my daughter and her husband.  I had no idea what cross fit even was.  Every week I had one objective – for one hour, to the limits of my ability, do whatever Jackie told me to do.  Jackie, ever mindful of my limitations, worked around them.  Over time, she transcended them.

She gave me tips on eating, and kept scrupulous records of my progress.  She knew the limits of my ability, and set the next workout a few percent above that.  The results were amazing.

Today, 9 months later, at 65 years old, I am 40 pounds lighter, my waist is 9 inches thinner, and I can do 6 sets of 10 pushups, a couple of pull-ups (without any assist), lift weights I never lifted before, and safely twist my body like a pretzel.  I discovered muscles I never knew I owned and feel them now with every step I take.  I don’t even know what all the exercises are called, but I do them.

I feel strong, confident, and totally alive inside.  I still don’t know much about cross fit, but Jackie does.  We have a very productive relationship — she tells me what to do, I do it.  Simple.

When I look in the mirror now, I hardly know it’s me.  Recently, a co-worker remarked in the office — “You look great.  You look 20 years younger.”  It warmed the heart of this old man.

I began training with Jackie by mere luck.  I had started at a gym and was assigned to her to help me get started on a new training routine.   I was initially impressed by her professionalism and dedication, but realized she was overall great when I witnessed a previous client of hers from over a Decade ago pay her a surprise visit from the Midwest!  This speaks volume of her connection and relationship she has with her clients present and past.  She not only a person who trains, but she becomes a good friend and someone who feels like family.

Initial impressions aside, Jackie has been a key factor in the transformation of my health and body.  Through her constant motivation, attention, and dedication, Jackie has helped me achieve the results I had been dreaming about for the past 8 years.  My initial goal was to lose fat overall, most importantly in the midsection, and to tone up.  It’s been 4 months since I started working with her and my initial impressions of her has solidified.    The results I have accomplished thus far are losing 20 pounds, and changing my body composition from fat to muscle.

As all of her clients can attest, Jackie is the Best!

I finally decided that I wanted to get healthy. I called Jackie, whose excitement and encouragement got me pumped !! I have been working with Jackie for 4 months so far. Jackie amazes me! She is incredibly knowledgeable about health and fitness, and she is truly dedicated to her clients. She has helped me set realistic and attainable goals, while supporting and encouraging me every step of the way. I have seen how she adjusts to the individual needs of each client. I have witnessed a number of friends achieve their life and fitness goals with Jackie’s help. The transformations are incredible.

Jackie is very bright, dedicated, passionate and very experienced. In the beginning, I wanted Jackie’s help because I wanted to lose weight and get stronger. But Jackie helped me see that it’s not just about losing weight, It is about making a lasting commitment to a better life… a healthier life.

I feel like Jackie has given me a great shot at a happier life. I eat healthier, I work harder than i ever have to meet my goals, i sleep better, I feel better about myself and my world around me. Overall, I am happier. And I have Jackie to thank for that.

I have seen other trainers and have had other friends with other trainers. None can even compare to Jackie Tadych! Her passion for fitness and her genuine excitement of seeing her clients succeed and transform is unbelievable! You will never find another trainer more dedicated and professional than Jackie !! With Jackie, you will reach your goals and your health and fitness dreams will soon be your reality.

Nikkie Moon

I have been working out with Jackie for 6 years and it has been life changing.  When I began training with her I had three young children and had not ever lifted weights before.  She monitored my diet, always asking if I was eating enough protein, and got me off of fast food.  The change in diet also affected my children because they no longer eat fast food and we eat healthier in the house.  Jackie’s workouts are always different and she makes sure we incorporate all of our muscles during these sessions.  I look forward to seeing her two times a week.  Jackie gives me homework on days that I do not she her.  She has encouraged me to try yoga which I do once a week along with cardio on my off days.  I have lost fat and built muscle, and when I tried on an old dress two week ago, I was surprised with how big it was.  I have not lost weight but I am toned because of what Jackie does during these workouts.  I am so thankful that I have had the opportunity to know her because she is a personal trainer that truly cared about the people she works with.  She always gives 100%.  If I decide to run a race, Jackie incorporates education by giving me the article on how to train for it.  Anyone who would hire Jackie would be lucky to have her on their team.

Marci Friedman

Jackie has been my personal trainer for approximately 5 years.  I can honestly say that she probably saved my life.  Jackie has gone above and beyond.  Many times over the last few years I believe that she cared more than I did about my weight loss.  It has been her voice in my head that has kept me pushing to maintain my weight and stay healthy.  I knew if I didn’t that I would have to answer to her on Monday morning.

I will always appreciate what she has done for me and never forget what I have learned from her.  I have watched trainers at the gym come and go and no one will ever match Jackie.  She is very thorough, attentive, organized, and especially knowledgeable.  But most importantly she really cares.

I believe that whatever Jackie does she will be the best at it and give her all.

Respectfully,

Frank K. Pines
Owner Scalpers Bar and Grille
Sharpys Subs

I have worked with Jackie Tadych, as a personal training client, since April 2010.  During that time, Jackie has helped me achieve goals and accomplish physical feats that I thought were beyond my capabilities.

When I first began training with Jackie, I thought that I was in relatively good shape for a person in his early 40s.  However, I had no idea how much work I had to do to get to the point of being in good shape, until I started working with Jackie!  Throughout the time I have trained with her, she has helped me transform from a guy who thought he was in ‘relatively good shape’, to someone who understands the ongoing commitment it takes to be in truly good physical and cardiovascular condition.  Through her training, Jackie helped me lose 3 inches off my waist in less than 3 months.  This became a reality through her guidance in both exercise and diet.

The best testimonial I can give about Jackie is to say that I am alive because of her.  Due to a rare blood disorder, of which I was previously unaware, I suffered a stroke in December 2010.  Medical professionals commented to me that because I was in ‘good shape’ (a relative term, of course), I was able to survive the stroke.  Had I not been training with Jackie over the previous 8 months, I would not have had the stamina or the physical ability to survive on that day.  In fact, because Jackie had done such a spectacular job of training, I was back at work within a week and right back to training with her within a month of being hospitalized!  It’s not an overstatement to say that I owe my life to Jackie.

Throughout the entire time I have been training with Jackie, she has exhibited the utmost professionalism.  She is an incredible motivator and truly an inspiration who makes her clients and those around her better people.  I wish I had more people in my business who have the drive, motivation, positive attitude, and client service skills that Jackie exhibits on a continuous basis.  I highly recommend her, and I am confident that she will be an invaluable addition to any organization.

Very truly yours,

Jim Suttie

It is amazing how one person who you only see for one hour twice a week can change your life.  I have been a client of Jackie Tadych now for almost three years, and it is in this time that she has changed my life for the better.  I have never been an overweight woman, but I also never knew how to challenge myself and my body, and because of these things, my body began to show signs of aging way before I was ready.  At 39 years old, I had chronic back pain, and I was always feeling fatigued.  Jackie was able to strengthen my core so that my back pain essentially disappeared.  During our workouts, which are always a highlight of my week, she would teach me so many new things, vary the workout and the equipment that we used, and always tried to teach me in the process, so that when alone I could fend for myself.  She also made me see the mistakes in my diet and reeducated me on what and how to eat.  If this had only affected just me that would have been enough.  But Jackie’s commitment to healthy eating and living has changed how my family of five eats as well.  She has made us healthier and for that I am forever grateful.  Jackie was also very accommodating with changes in scheduling and would do her best to train me even if it meant juggling her own schedule.  She never lets me give up; if anything she has taught me that I can do anything I set my mind to.  This May I am running a half marathon.  Jackie’s commitment, her knowledge, her willingness to always try and experiment with new things and to ask and adjust makes her the kind of trainer who anyone would be lucky to have.  Working out has become a part of my daily routine.  I eat better than I have ever have.  I am no longer tired, and this is all in testimony to Jackie.

Davida Amkraut

Jackie is a terrific trainer! I have never met a trainer, who is sooo encouraging for you to reach your goal. She is very knowledgeable about health and fitness. When I first met her I still remember the question she asked me “Why do you want to lose weight?”. I have never been asked that question by the trainer i currently have at LA Fitness and come this July once my contract is up, he is done.

That is how good Jackie is as a trainer. I have been working out with Jackie for 4 months and I have learned more about health and fitness then my LA Fitness trainer. I have gotten stronger and healthier by the passion, dedication and encouragement i get from Jackie.

When I started with Jackie, I had people saying that I won’t be able to the crossfit workouts and getting all this negative energy. Working out with Jackie has turned that negative energy to positive. Now I tell myself I could do anything I put my mind to it. I thank Jackie for this new chapter in my journey to healthier and happier me.

Tell your family, friends or coworkers about Jackie if you get a chance to workout with her because you will not be DISAPPOINTED!