Our Client Testimonials
"Training with Samantha has transformed my body and completely changed my life. Her passion and drive for helping me achieve my goals is the reason I am now in the best shape of my entire life. I eat better, I lift better, I feel better and I look better. She worked with me to not only improve my weight-training and cardio, but also to set a healthful and completely do-able fat-burning diet. Thanks to Samantha, Read more...
Shelley came to me after giving birth to her fourth child. Eager to shed the post baby weight, Shelley wasted no time getting back to the gym after being cleared by her doctor to resume physical activity. She had gained a good bit of weight and her body fat was well over 30%. Read More...
"Joining a gym last year was one of the best decisions I made, but I felt I really needed guidance as I worked out. When my son asked me what I wanted for Christmas, I immediately told him I wanted a gift of personal training. After hearing glowing reports from a fellow teacher about a petite young trainer, I knew exactly the name of the person to help me reach my goals, Samantha Prestenbach.
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"I have been a member of a gym for over 15 years and have seen little results in changing my body until I started personal training with Sam. Having a personal trainer introduce me to weight training and proper nutrition led to my success. The key to success was not only
the knowledge Sam provided in developing my exercise routines and nutrition, but her special motivational skills that allowed me to
maximize my results,stay focused and enjoy my workouts. –
Ann Hall
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Wow! It’s almost hard to tell you in a short word why Tristan is an awesome personal trainer. I have always said that a picture can say a thousand words. I invite you to look at mine and hear my personal story. Though I have worked really hard and have come so far, my journey will never be over. The funny thing is that I’m excited it’s not. It is a lifestyle change that I work at everyday with new goals and outlooks regarding my health and fitness! I came to Tristan a year ago with no guidance, no real knowledge of healthy living, and the mindset that a health club membership was for the pool use only (never seeing the workout areas).
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For twenty years I had worked out on my own, doing aerobics and light weights. At times I was very enthusiastic about my workouts and at other times, did just enough to not feel terribly guilty. I read just about every diet book and fitness magazine I could find.. But my weight and body fat kept increasing each year. Fast forward to 8 months ago (August 2008). My husband and I adopted two children in August of 2007, and suddenly my workouts became less important and there was always something else that needed to be done instead of exercising. I convinced myself that I really didn‘t look much different...
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"In the midst of planning our family’s relocation to Lafayette, LA and I wanted to take the time to let you know what an important part
you played in my life while living in Mandeville. I knew after moving to Mandeville that I was ready to make a commitment to working out and
taking better care of myself—reclaiming my "pre" pregnancy body once again! I was told that if I wanted to see "real" results that Samantha Prestenbach
was the trainer to contact. As you know I did call you and to my good fortune you made time for me. Samantha has been an extremely good match for me,
a trainer who focuses on the total person, not just the weight training and incorporating daily aerobics you gave me many hours of diet analysis
with positive redirection of food choices which has been unbelievably helpful to me in reaching my goals. You have always challenged me even when I am
feeling physically down and out and you make certain to push me to my limit so that I get the very most out of each work out. I will always remember
the my time with you and I so appreciate all your personal interest, endless effort and dedication in helping me get my body back THANK YOU SAM!! I know
there have been and will continue to be many people who’s lives and bodies you have helped and will continue to help to transform–you have definitely
found your calling in life. I will miss you Sam. – Laurie A. Lawlor