Testimonials

I have been a member at K and M Weightlifting for a year now. I initially joined because I wanted to become proficient at the Olympic weightlifting movements. Having done CrossFit before joining K and M I had a basic understanding of the Olympic Lifts, however the first day I lifted I was given numerous corrections on my form and how to improve it. The Olympic lifts are very complex and I am still receiving important corrections on my form. Kevin and Mary genuinely love the Olympic Lifts and are always watching and correcting. K and M Weightlifting has a great atmosphere and I thoroughly enjoy how hard everyone works.

It took me a year to get back to focusing on my own fitness goals after my losing 40 pounds, slipping back into some bad habits and gaining 15 pounds back. I  started back on my fitness journey in November working with a personal trainer Mary twice a week. Mary has provided me with the discipline and the focus I need to get back to feeling healthy. Mary has taught me how to maximize my workouts and nutrition, encourages me to try new things, I am spinning again, lifting weights, I climb stairs at work and walk for fitness. Nine months later I have lost the 15 pounds, wake up every morning pain free and energetic. I am stronger, I am 57 and can honestly say I feel better now than I have in very long time.

I am a life-long Franklin resident. I also have been a client of Mary Hoar’s at various different gyms for quite some time and for the last 4 years, I have been a member at K&M Weightlifting on Upper Union Street. Mary is an outstanding master of her craft; incredibly intelligent with a lot of health and fitness knowledge; she is an expert in Olympic weight lifting, personal training, assessing the needs of her clients, and bringing them to their personal optimal fitness goals. Her friendly personality creates a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere in which to workout.

Her cheery personality hides a darker, evil side.  She’s the devil.  She enjoys hurting people.  She can’t be negotiated with.  And she’s bossy.

Thanks to Mary I am seeing results, eating better, and I am a whole lot more motivated. I actually WANT to come in the gym now. 5 months ago I would not even see myself where I am now.

K&M is a sanctuary for weightlifter’s and people with physical pain from injury. As a weightlifter, I heavily rely on the meticulous eyes of my coaches and this gym to continue with my training for competitions. I have put in many months of training  and years of training. This has been the most accommodating gym I have been to since being in the U.S. as an international student.

After six months of following my Doctor’s recommended exercises for Plantar Fasciitis with only minimal improvement, I made a visit with Mary. She gave me new exercises and direction for about 2 hours. Within days, the pain subsided and I am walking now without suffering. Thank you Mary.

Bobby C

As a client and now friend of Mary Hoar’s, I am writing a testimonial to tell you a little of my story. When I first began training with Mary it was at my neurologist’s    request that I find myself a top notch personal trainer to help with my stenosis,aggravated disc issues,and balance. Mary did a deep evaluation of my needs and designed a personalized training program that included changing my movement patterns,and strength training. My daughter who always helped me at home because I couldn’t lift or bend, or stand for too long, came to the gym to workout with me this past year to “workout with her mother”. As I started picking up various free weights, my daughter kept running over to help me until she realized I didn’t need help anymore!!! Mary has helped me with my physicality,diet,supplements, and most importantly, my SPIRIT. I highly recommend anybody,male or female, to sign up with Mary to let her develop and execute an effective personal training program for you.

Erin N