Client Testimonials

I also wanted to reiterate to you how much I love your program. I have never felt this functionally strong, even when I was training as an athlete. I appreciate the balance of strength, mobility, core training, and rest. I like the variety in your exercises and the consistency and routine throughout the week. To be honest, I usually don’t feel like working out at 5 am, 4 days a week, but I always feel much more functional in my life afterward. know that you and your skill set are so appreciated, even though you never see me! I have much gratitude for your offerings.

— Dara Azimov

“My strength increased, I have muscle definition, improved balance, increased energy, and decreased weight! The [program] brought me back to myself and inspired me to keep going as a non-negotiable part of my health plan. Feel empowered. Take Katherine's courses!”— Anita Shack DC, Strength & Sculpt Student

What did I gain?  Firm, toned glutes, quads, hams—liking me. You as an instructor?  As I said before, you explain so very well that I do not even have to look all the time; you provide alternative exercises when the initial one is out of my reach; you have given me the confidence to try new movements; you are very supportive, authentic and aware of your students. Count me in on the next program!
— Deanna Melnychuck - Owner, The Rolfing Centre

1 --- After 7 years of regular class attendance at my local gym, I was in good shape but also in constant, low-level pain which was a continuous energy drain. After just 4 weeks of the Back Lab, I am almost pain-free and feeling stronger. The progressive plan and detailed instruction bring focus to individual muscles and muscle groups so that I am no longer overusing some muscles and under-utilizing others.  Especially useful are Katherine’s directions for good form and correct posture which bring the maximum benefit from the exercises without excessive strain. Katherine also makes the classes accessible through the use of progressive weights and alternate versions of the exercises to suit any level. I highly recommend these classes to anyone interested in learning to get stronger and master their physical body.

2 --- Your approach of being muscle-specific and inserting information on correct posture is wonderful. I've found your information about feet revolutionary in my world. If you remember when I started I had almost constant low-level muscle pain which has all but disappeared.  My feeling about it is that I'm strengthening the right muscles and using them correctly which fixes the problem.  While I was going to the gym and attending classes regularly, there wasn't a consistency of focus so my strength was uneven and inconsistent.

For the past week, I've been doing some work that involves concrete. So far, I've purchased and carried 9, 66lb bags of concrete from the display to the cart to the car to the garage then mixing and pouring.  All of this was done with no pain! That is practical proof that your approach works.  Amazing!  —  John Ardagh - Psychotherapist

Just wanted to thank you again for the wonderful classes. Seems like they keep getting better!

-- Dyeanne Racette, 
General Surgeon (retired)

I've trained with lots of people over the years and Katherine knows more ways to work more body parts than any other instructor I've worked with.  She encourages everyone to work within their personal limits- and always gives modifications to make an exercise easier or more difficult as needed.  My fitness has improved tremendously since I began working with her 2 years ago, which keeps me coming back for more!

— Debbie Mast - Nuclear Medicine Technologist at Spectrum Health

I am writing in support of Katherine de Boda’s strength training classes.  I am a retired general surgeon. I have cared for patients facing many types of healthcare challenges and have faced some challenges myself(as all of us do in our lives). I have come to respect the ability of the body to heal itself and recover but also understand the importance of caring for our bodies; physically, mentally & spiritually. There is no doubt in my mind keeping our musculoskeletal system strong (our spine, joints, core, etc) allows us to function our best in our day-to-day life as well as avoid injury, recover from injury, and optimize our organ function.

A friend introduced me to Katherine’s strength training classes earlier this year and her classes have helped me regain strength as well as confidence in my ability to function at my best.

There are many reasons I love Katherine’s classes. She has a phenomenal knowledge base of the musculoskeletal system & incorporates all of her exercises to connect your mind & breathing with your body as you perform each exercise. She is very well organized, focused, and an excellent teacher. Nothing is rushed.

She demonstrates each exercise with modifications while you are recovering from the previous exercise. I learn new exercises each class & am never bored. Each class is a whole-body workout with a warmup, core work, special bodywork and then stretching. I find myself looking forward to each class as well as always feeling great afterward.

I feel I gain a lot of strength with Katherine’s sessions but more importantly feel my body functions better in my daily life. Also, there is a great emphasis on core work which also supports the function of our organs.

Working out with an excellent teacher in the comfort of my home is helping me to restore and improve my health while becoming stronger in my daily life. I recommend Katherine’s classes no matter your fitness level as I feel they can be extremely beneficial for our overall health.

— Dyeanne Racette