Testimonials

“I quite literally limped into Breakaway in the beginning of March, having hurt my hamstring over years of running.   Multiple stops at various training, massage and physical therapy hadn’t yielded me any answers about exactly what was wrong with me. Breakaway encouraged me to run less, and put me on a unique strength training program.   I went there exactly three times between the beginning of March and the middle of May, and I blew away my goals: back running faster and pain free, % body fat going from 17.5% to 12.5%, losing 11 lbs of fat and gaining 5 lbs of muscle in the process!   In addition, unexpectedly my golf game and distance hitting the ball has improved dramatically.   All this after two months.” Robert C.

“Breakaway performance is unlike any training experience I’ve ever had. It’s the one stop resource for EVERYTHING to get you to the best shape of your life. I came in with an injury and was hooked up with a physical therapist, massage therapist, nutritional consultation, workshops and training sessions to not only help me recover, but feel healthier and stronger than I’ve ever felt. I practically limped into this place in november of 2009 at 18% body fat (my lifetime high) feeling gross and out of shape.   I’m now I’m around 14%, strong, healthy and training for a marathon in may, hoping to qualify for boston next year. My goals have never felt so achievable. I can’t speak highly enough about this place. If you want to train for something you never thought you could achieve, come here. You’ll feel the difference between working to be fit and working to be an athlete.” Florence R.

“I am a legit client of Breakaway and have been working out there for 2 years – this is not a casual acquaintance with the place.   Let me first say that this is NOT a gym. However, if you want to change your life and get into great shape, work with the trainers here.   I have been biking for 16 years and have raced and been on a team.   I know my way around a bike.   There are people here of all levels – the only thing that they have in common is that they want to train and get on the podium.   The computrainer classes will kick your ass – makes spinning look like its for little kids.” Aaron V.

“In just one year I have gone from having never clipped into pedals to planning for a half-ironman in 2008. Joel is the mastermind behind it all, and his enthusiasm is contagious.Just the computraining alone was a huge enhancement to my endurance and strength as a cyclist. The coaching and diagnostics on top of that has made my training time far more efficient. It’s a no nonsense place where you can take your fitness and training to the next level. No matter what level you start at or where you want to go. I can’t wait to see what kind of athlete I can become with their help.” Robin V.

“Breakaway Performance not only changed my life but it probably saved it. In my 30′s and 40′s I was a marathon runner (pb 2:54) and was on the podium at bike and biathalon races.   In the last few years I got sloppy, gained weight and totally got out of shape. I walked into Breakaway Performance last August and had a heart to heart with Joel. He told me he would train me if and only if I was serious. I committed and I can assure you he committed. 9 months later, I am back in shape and in fact better than I was 30 years ago. Results: body fat 30% to 13.2%, weight 201 to 168. Couldn’t do three push ups can now do 50 in a minute. I wont bore you with any more details but if you want to change your life and be the person you always wanted to be then go see Joel. He along with you can make it happen.” Steve V.

“Thank you all for the awesome training. I was amazed at what a difference just my first few classes at BreakAway made.” Seismic Challenge – Greater than One

“I enjoyed the feeling of being on my own bike, the competitive workout, seeing progress, and knowing how to improve.”   Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“First time in a computrainer class. Definitely felt like I was doing quality work. There was no down time. 60 mins of this definitely kicked my ass!”   Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“The running was a god warm-up. Intense. Not something I would do normally, so it is good. The rest of the workout was explosive and my muscles are still shaky. I could see how I could improve immensely if I stayed with it. Very glad I attended.”   Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“Great class, very informational, inspiring, and hard! Thanks I really loved it!” Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“Intensity is an understatement. Felt like an athlete/triathlete specific boot camp. NOT a regular boot camp! Awesome . . . motivation was key!!!”   Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“Awesome! I didn’t know how weak my arms were! I’m sure a few weeks of that would do my swimming a world of good.”   Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“Highest level achieved without causing injury. Good amount of form correction. Diversity of exercises. Great support pushing.” Golden Gate Triathlon Club

“I was amazed at what a difference just my first few classes at Breakaway made, especially with climbing hills. I felt so indescribably awesome finishing the Seismic Challenge, and I still can hardly believe I rode all those miles. I have no doubt that I would have felt very different without your help, so for that I am really grateful.”   Seismic Challenge – Greater then One

“I’m really thankful for the training that I received at Breakaway and am shouting your praises to all cyclists that ask why I looked so great at the finish line.  I couldn’t have – no, really, could not have completed this event so successfully without you guys!!” Seismic Challenge – Greater then One