Felicia L

My name is Felicia, I am 48 years old, and I own Ciao Bella Lucia where I work as a hairstylist.  I have been a member of Marino’s Fitness since BEFORE they started tracking attendance and worked out of a garage bay in Downingtown.  It’s been over 9 years that I’ve trusted them with my health and fitness goals.  Even when I took breaks, I knew Marino’s was home and I always found my way back.

There are so many things that makes Marino’s feel like home.  Chris is a genuine owner who truly cares about his clients from exercise programming to general health.  He looks out for us and knows when to pull us back and when to push. 

Rachael joined the team in 2011 which was a huge benefit; not only has she brought a sassy attitude, but she is a registered dietitian and a board-certified sports dietitian.  When I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder, leaving me with a VERY limited diet, it was Rachael who helped me create meal plans and made sure I was still eating for my fitness goals. 

The entire staff at Marino’s is amazing.  They are in-tune to everyone’s individual needs.  They modify your exercise program whenever needed, even mid-workout if something doesn’t feel right that day.  No matter how I’m feeling when I show up, I am 100% confident in their abilities to meet me where I’m at to make sure I get the most out of my program. 

A special mention to their lead massage therapist, Justin.  I am 4’11” and have worked as a hairstylist for over 30 years.  My arms are always lifted which has caused chronic shoulder pain.  I was seeing a chiropractor and had some relief, but after a few sessions with Justin, the pain was almost non-existent.  The added benefit is Justin works as a coach on the floor and is part of Marino’s Program Design Team.  He made more adjustments to my program, and after three months of program modifications and seeing Justin, I have ZERO shoulder pain at work and at the gym.   

Recently I suffered a horrible hand injury.  I didn’t sit home and skip workouts because I knew, with this group, they would design a program around my injury so I could continue exercising while in recovery.  I am a little over a month post-injury and I am slowly starting to hold weights in my hand.  Closely guided by my trainers, I truly feel my time pre-injury at the gym and my nutritional program helped immensely with my speedy recovery. 

When I say Marino’s is not a gym, I mean it. It’s a home.  You feel comfortable and safe. I’m so happy I have been committed and continue to stay focused on my health with Marino’s.  It’s not about weight loss, it’s about health and living the best version of you. 

Thank you to the best fitness group around. 

I love you guys!