“I hope you enjoy these comments, pictures, and stories from a few of my amazing clients from VT, Private Training and Group Fitness and Competition experiences. I am still so proud of each of them!” — Rachel Elizabeth Murray
First, my *old* personal training/testimonials reel…website address has changed since making this, obviously. :)
Personal Training Demo Reel from Rachel Elizabeth Murray on Vimeo.
Competition Success Stories:
RACHEL ELIZABETH’S TEAM EXCELLENCE (2011 EMERALD CUP):
AMANDA JARSTAD (BIKINI), KRISTAN SCHLATTER (FIGURE), SARAH GREENWOOD (FIGURE), JULIA SCHAEFER (BIKINI)
SARAH GREENWOOD — FIGURE COMPETITOR : Lost more than 20 pounds in less than 10 weeks!
“Rachel has exceeded my expectations as a figure coach. I started working with her 2.5 months before the Emerald cup in a panic for nutrition and posing help. I started at 145lbs and needed to lose at least 20 lbs of fat! I had a few slip ups along the way but I did achieve my goal. I came in at 123lbs competition day! Her positive attitude and motivation always made me believe in myself. I look forward to working with her as my coach throughout the year! O yeah…I placed 4th in my class out of 14 girls. I would have never achieved my goals without her help.”
Sarah BEFORE:
Sarah AFTER
A UNIQUE TESTIMONIAL: JULIA’S STORY
“Rachel has been so much more than a trainer to me. I began training with Rachel in October of 2010, during a time in my life when I had made some large changes, and was left feeling a little torn down and confused…
Rachel saw something in me that I did not yet see myself; she saw my eagerness to improve and to learn, and she helped bring out the best in me. She motivated and encouraged me to reach for my dreams, and never back down. Most importantly, Rachel helped me overcome all of the challenges that life had thrown at me.
In December 2010, she presented to me with idea of competing at the Emerald Cup in April. I knew that it would be a challenge, but I knew that I could conquer that challenge with Rachel by my side. Training for Emerald Cup was a remarkable and life-changing experience for me. There were countless times when I wanted to throw in the towel and give up, but Rachel believed in me, so she gave me strength when I was weak and helped instill faith when all I had was doubt. It was also during this time, that Rachel introduced me to the world of fitness modeling. Within six months of training with her, she had completely transformed my body, my relationship with food, and had introduced me to body building shows and modeling (two fields that I am still very interested in and purusing).
What I loved about training with Rachel, and what made me continue to do Virtual Training after I had moved from Seattle to Las Vegas, was that she was so invested in each and every one of her clients. She brings out the best in people, and helps people through all of their life journeys. Furthermore, she shares her knowledge and reasoning behind everything she does; she explains the science behind both the nutrition and the training aspects of fitness. And she will go into as much detail as you desire (sometimes much more than you can wrap your head around!).
Even during the hiatus I took from training this past year, Rachel still checked in on me, and made sure that I was doing alright. After taking about a six month break from training, I started back with Rachel via her Virtual Training program. Her Virtual Training program still offered me all of the accountability that I needed. She was always a text or e-mail away, and would tweak my program or give me pointers after every weight check-in or progress picture update. She helped me make leaps and bounds of progress in what seemed like the blink of an eye. So of course, when I moved back home to Seattle this past May, I knew that I would need to get back to training in person with her for the little period of her time in Seattle that remained!
During the month and a half of training that I had in Seattle with her, she helped me completely transform my body. I made progress every single week in terms of putting on muscle and dropping body fat, and I owe it all to the guidance of Rachel.
So, as I said earlier, Rachel has been much more than a trainer to me in the past year and a half that I have known her. She has been a trainer, a mentor, a friend, and an “older sister”. She has helped me grow so much as both an athlete and a person. I cannot emphasize enough what an amazing experience training with her has been. I am grateful every single day to have her in my life, and I cannot even imagine where I would be right now without her.” (Composed July 2012)
To start your own success story, prep for your next competition (Figure, Bikini or Men’s Physique) with Rachel via Private or Virtual Training today!
*Private training is based out of a studio gym or client home (contact for rates/availability/requirements) and available to Los Angeles clientele only, unless travel is compensated.
Virtual Training Testimonials:
AMY YANTZ
“So excited to have worked with Rachel via Virtual Training. She provides her expertise in such a way that incorporates the whole self, focusing on education about nutrition and how to eat in such a way that promotes long-term health, immediate energy and weight-loss. She’s taught me how to kick tail in the gym, know what to do in the gym and how to do it in order to see results, increase my confidence and over-all strength. Virtual Training is excellent for anyone who has the motivation and tools to work semi-independently, while receiving support, encouragement, accountability and feedback from an awesome trainer!” — Amy Yantz
ASHLEY JONES - LOST 20 POUNDS IN LESS THAN 12 WEEKS WITH VT + CUSTOM MEAL PLAN OPTION!
“I can notice a very big difference and I hit my 20lb goal! YOU FREAKIN AMAZING ! I totally dont want to stop now though I have a ways to go but I feel so much better so I want to continue and get leaner!
Thank you for everything!!!!!!” — Ashley Jones
Ashley Jones: BEFORE (LEFT IN BLACK TOP) AT 145 LBS - VS - AFTER (RIGHT IN GREEN TOP) AT 125 LBS
JENNA BRUM — LOST MORE THAN 10 INCHES IN JUST 4 WEEKS WITH VT…
…AND 6 INCHES MORE GONE IN 6 WEEKS!
ERIN GALLOWAY
“At the beginning of this year, I was unmotivated, yet trying to lose weight. I was very unhappy with my weight and the way I looked. I knew I wanted to change, but I felt hopeless in trying to figure out how. In January I entered a contest to win a free personal trainer. I was a little anxious when I won, but was hoping this would be the answer to finally lose the weight I had been trying to for years!
It turned out to be one of the greatest things that has happen to me. Rachel Murray has been the biggest motivator to me in my weight loss journey. She started out by showing me changes I need to make and gradually kept adding things. She had me blog every week about my progress and success. Even though she wasn’t in the same city as me she was always just a phone call away. She helped me to set up food plans and exercise plans that were achievable. When things got rough, as they always do when you are trying to lose weight, she was there sending texts and emails to motivate me to continue to keep going. Yet at the same time, when I just wanted that one cookie or that one piece of chocolate cake, she was there to tell me no. My progress with her has been amazing. I have lost over 60 inches and over 45lbs with her help! I still am not anywhere near the end of my weight loss journey, but I already feel so great with the progress I have made. I feel so much healthier and better about myself.
I get compliments all the time about my weight loss. I always recommend Rachel Murray to my friends and would reccomend her to anyone looking for a trainer. She is a great motivator, supporter and yet a great “pusher” to stay on track. I know that she has made a HUGE difference in my life. She is an amazing and compassionate women, I know through her passion for fitness she is going to make an impact on millions of people’s lives.”
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Private Training Testimonials:
KEENAN WHITTAKER
“Rachel is an excellent personal trainer. Training with her is both an intense and enjoyable way to start your day, and she did a great job at helping me with my posture.”
PAUL GARCIA, 44, DROPPED FROM 14% TO 7% BODY FAT IN LESS THAN 6 WEEKS!
“Hi Rachel… I just want to thank you for Kicking MY Butt… I’m in the best shape of my life and I owe much of it to you… When we first started my endurance was…, well let’s just say, I could barely make it through the first session… Come to think of it I could barely make it through the last session… However, you knew exactly how hard to push me. You are great at judging just how far to take it without coming anywhere near injury. Plus under your guidance we covered proper diet and made sure I was well hydrated.… After all good health encompasses all aspects well being. I also want to thank you for being assertive at the gym… Although our appointments were at the busiest time of the day you made sure we weren’t standing around waiting for a machine… I definitely got my money’s worth and more… you are by far the best trainer I’ve had to date… Thank You…
Oh I uploaded an ab shot on the myspace. I don’t have any before pics.… sorry.
#1– My trainer rocks !!!! Thanks for keepin me in shape Rachel
#2-Thanks Rachel… !!! Everyone ought have a good personal trainer”
BRIDGET SECHRIST: FROM ENGAGEMENT TO WEDDING, HONEYMOON TO FIRST PREGNANCY…
Where can I even begin??? I can still remember coming into 24 hour fitness with my big goal of loosing 10 pounds for my upcoming Mexico and Hawaii vacations..Oh, and lets not forget my upcoming wedding that May!! I had no idea what a lifestyle change I was in for! You were instantly inspiring, and so encouraging from day 1. You helped me stop and take a look at my habits and how they were effecting not only how I looked, but also how I felt…you helped me see that the changes that were going to take place would not happen overnight.. but that it was a process and you would be there to help me through it! And man what a change you made in me! Not only did I look remarkably better for the beach vacations.. I looked SMOKING hot in my wedding dress.. “did you see those back muscles you helped me get”???!!! ☺ I cannot tell you how amazing it felt to walk on the beach in Jamaica for our honeymoon and not be thinking “oh my god I hope people are not looking at me”! I knew I looked good, and I felt soo much stronger because of the changes you helped me make with my nutrition! There is no price tag you can put on how that feels! And if that was not enough, you worked with me through the pregnancy of my first baby! I just smiled when the doctors would tell me how well I maintained my weight and muscle tone ☺Most of all, I want to thank you for always being there to listen, and encourage me when I felt like I couldn’t do it.. Your friendship was invaluable to me; I’ll never forget you! I could go on forever, but I’ll close with saying THANK YOU! For everything - Love you!”
WEDDING (AFTER)
HONEYMOON (AFTER)
…AND THROUGH A HEALTHY FIRST PREGNANCY!
COURTNEY LE MARCO
“FYI…I think you’re an Angel and I mean that. You’re an inspiring woman and I’m glad to know you. I love your attitude and everything about you. The service you provide transcends the physical and has definitely strengthened my mind and my spirit… So thank you. You can quote me on that!” (quoted from a client’s email to Rachel)
JUAN SARO — 10% to 5% BODY FAT IN LESS THAN 6 WEEKS!
“On October 6th I met with Rachel with a clear goal; to loose body fat. Rachel measured me and we determined that I was 10% body fat. I made the decision that I wanted to get down to 5–6 percent by the end of our time together and that is where this story really begins. Every Tuesday and Thursday for 6 weeks I ventured into the studio for what I liked to call “the beat out.” It was called this because I told Rachel to beat it out every session and when I start to give out or up say whatever she wanted to make me mad and pump me up…..and she did! As Rachel got the pleasure of “beating it out” I got the pleasure of watching my body transform and start to take shape of something remarkable. Muscles that were hiding behind others came around the corner and started to become erect and fat that kept me warm started to fall off. I will too say without hesitation that these sessions were not only about physical training it was also about mental relaxation. After dealing with the hard realities of work and life I could go into my world, my dream, and just relax. I had many friends in “my” world; like the big pink ball, and the midget step-ups who often paid my visits! I left the gym after each session not only feeling good physically but also relaxed mentally ready to face those challenges with a clearer more focused mind. After those 6 weeks I went from just under 10% body fat to 5% and am not stopping till I hit 4!!! If you have ever been wondering if you should get training, I am here today convicted and realized that this decision was one of the best decisions I have ever made. If anything I would encourage you to try it out just to create your own world, and I promise that you will start to develop new skills that will truly make you a better person.”
HALLEY CODY
“Working with Rachel has been awesome. Although I was able to lose quite a bit of weight that I gained while I was abroad through grueling cardio workouts, I never knew very much about weight lifting (I was under the misconception that weightlifting = bulking up). I will admit that it was tough to change my eating habits and it was hard work to plan 5 (healthy) meals a day! However, I firmly believe that working with Rachel was the kickstart I needed to make these important lifestyle changes. Although I was slow to change, I started seeing changes in myself when I made the effort to follow her instructions and have so much more confidence in myself. Whenever I need to motivate myself to get through a workout I thought I’d never dreamed I could accomplish, two words Rachel says always stick with me and give me that extra push I need: DO WORK.”
JANET GLAZER LACKMAN
“Rachel and I trained for three years until she relocated to Los Angeles. I cannot recommend her highly enough and would give her a five star plus rating!
At age 68, I’m probably one of her oldest clients and one with whom she had major challenges. I have severe arthritis in both knees and a persistent shoulder injury. Additionally, as a result of increasing immobility and my own “food issues” I was not the usual work and loose the weight client.
No matter what the complaint (or mood), Rachel was always positive and creative. During my time with her, I was able to get stronger than I ever imagined possible, find new inspiration on the rowing machine (those intervals were killers) and keep going when I really wanted to chuck it all.
Not only is Rachel a skilled, creative and caring trainer, she’s a wonderful motivator. It’s the “give me 5 more” “you can do it—grrrrrr” routine that gives me the strength and confidence to work harder. She had so many little “tricks” to work around my bad knees, that I often told her to make a demo of working around chronic injuries.
I don’t think it’s entirely possible to put into words the wonderful training bond and friendship, all within professional boundaries, which we shared. I saw her more than my own children, and she more than her own Mom. So I feel particularly grateful for all her efforts to improve my fitness and health. She put up with endless brag photos of my grandkids, and I watched her develop, articulate, and work so hard to realize her life fitness dreams. I wish her only the best.
With gratitude,
Janet Lackman”
(Composed July 2012)
Bootcamp & Group Training Testimonials:
JIM ELLIS
“I give Rachel top marks across the board. She has tremendous knowledge of each movement and is well versed in correct form and injury prevention. On top of that she a great motivator and a fantastic person! Rachel, thanks for everything.”
CINDY HORST
“Rachel is an enthusiastic and encouraging trainer!”
MICHELLE MEEKS (Eastlake Community Church)
“I really enjoyed working with Rachel. In the past I have been nervous about working with a trainer, but Rachel made me feel at ease and encouraged the whole time. I loved hearing her expert advise on proper form as well as nutrition and life. This may sound superficial, but I also really appreciate that she obviously practices what she preaches — the girl is RIPPED!! : ) Rachel made strenuous workouts fun to do and I recommend her to anyone, regardless of fitness level.”
