"A year ago I was diagnosed with a herniated disk in my lower back, causing me terrible sciatic nerve pain and loss of strength in my left leg. Rather than surgery, I opted to endure the healing process and hope to regain the full use of my leg. When my doctor suggested starting a strength training program, my first call was to Sean Ross. Sean trained our two sons during their high school athletic years and we had confidence in him. Sean began by working with me one on one, then introduced me to his adult training class. This was scary stuff for me. I had never done intense strength training and each class was a challenge, but I was determined. If I couldn't do what the class was doing, Sean gave me a similar movement to match my ability. It paid off when I realized I was feeling better for the first time in months. My leg was much stronger (I could even hop!) and the nagging nerve pain was almost gone. When I modified my eating habits (again guided by Sean), I felt even better. Now a year later, I feel I am winning the battle. I look forward to each workout and am always inspired by my fellow workout partners. Sean consistently changes our routine to challenge us all to achieve a higher level of fitness. I am grateful to be developing a healthier lifestyle and hope to continue for years to come."

Martha Morris, 56

Jay Jennings won the state championship in the mile in his age group (55-59) and set a PR by running 5:59.16 at the Go! Mile in June. "Training regularly at Ross Strength & Speed," he says, "has made me a faster, more efficient and, best of all, injury-free runner."
"As a runner, I have seen quantifiable results by training at Ross Strength and Speed. I knocked 15 minutes off my previous best marathon time and recently set a new PR in the half marathon. There are no crazy fitness fads at RSS; you will learn time-tested techniques in a safe and fun environment. Thanks, Sean for helping me get fitter and faster than I have ever been." (July 2012)

Jay Jennings, 56

"April 19, 2011: I was feeling at rock bottom, no energy, not able to sleep properly, guzzling a half dozen energy drinks to be able to keep up my hectic work schedule. My weight had peaked at about 280 lbs, and I managed to drop some weight by diet alone, but I was at a sticking point, I was in need of a significant life change. On this lucky day, I stumbled across a social media post from Roli Delgado that would change my life. Roli is aprofessional MMA fighter, martial arts instructor and in fantastic shape, and on that day he posted a rave review about Ross Strength and Speed. I checked out their website and called my wife, who encouraged me to make the call. I can admit I was a little embarrassed when I first called, but Sean Ross listened to my story and asked questions about my current state and goals. I asked if he ever trained fat guys of if they focused on only athletes, and Sean told me to be at his gym that afternoon. The first day was surprisingly comfortable and I was made to feel at home, In spite of the fact that I was clearly the only one out of shape in the group. Sean did an amazing job of keeping me motivated and tailoring the exercises to meet the fitness level of each person in the class.
When I started training at Ross Strength and Speed my goal was to get healthy, but to not be yet another "skinny fat guy"....the person who drops weight via running and an unbalanced diet, so they end up looking like someone put the wrong size skin on their skeleton, or perhaps like a human Shar Pei. I wanted to go from Fat to Fit, to have real functional strength, to be able to move my body and to have healthy bones and joints. The experts at RSS focus on form, balance, and working the body through different angles/planes of movement. My joints actually feel much better today, I am sleeping better and have not touched an energy drink in a long time. I must also confess that it is nice to be able to get off the couch without any grunting. I can look back at how my training levels have seamlessly evolved over time, new exercises added as I progressed, and always keeping my workouts so that they pushed my limits but never exceeded them.
I went to see my doctor for my annual checkup a few weeks ago and he kept telling me how proud he was, asking for details about what I have been doing, and that he was impressed with my progress. My blood pressure, cholesterol and other tests were "perfect". I am currently down 45 lbs since starting at RSS, but more importantly than the number on the scale, is how I feel.
RSS does not have a lobby with fresh cut flowers, or fancy locker rooms, what it does have are all the tools and experience you need to optimize your fitness level no matter what your current level of conditioning is. When I started I could barely do a half dozen pushups, but now I am able to run sled drills with athletes a third of my age. I still have plenty of room for progress, but I am enjoying the journey. I have resisted the temptation to post until now, as I was focused on my progress and not wanting to seem boastful. I decided to write about my experience, and share the best-kept fitness secret in Arkansas. If you know of something that can help change peoples lives, I think that sharing that information is almost a moral obligation.
Sean and team allowed me to give my mother a great Christmas present last year. My gift was the knowledge that her son was taking care of his body for her to not worry that she will outlive her child. I can say that it was an amazing experience and probably the best gift I have ever given her." (July 2012)

Mike Kelley
Network Consulting Engineer