About Me
My focus for myself and my clients is progress, not perfection. I believe everyone is an individual and not one specific approach will work for each and every person. My focus is on helping people move more efficiently and I believe mastering the basics allows you to learn and execute advanced exercises more safely and effectively. With a broad educational base, I am confident in designing a simple, but efficient program that achieves lasting results
“Can my current habits carry me to my desired future?”
Testimonials
Toby D.
I've been mostly sedentary for my whole adult life. I finally decided enough was enough and came in looking for a trainer. Chris took me on and in the first month I experienced noticeable body recomposition. I gained a bunch of muscle, lost some fat, and generally look and feel a lot better. I can't stress enough how personable and knowledgeable Chris has been. He's an absolute blast to work with!
Beverlee B.
I have been an active person all my life. A bad car accident in 2003 slowed me down for a bit, and since then I have been experiencing arthritis in one hip. My doctor tells me a hip replacement is most likely in my future. Then I joined Lifetime Fitness when it opened. For over a year I have been greatly enjoying the variety of classes, especially the yoga, Fitness Pilates, Barre and Strike ones. My increased activity appears to have slowed down deterioration in my hip. However, I decided to consult with a personal trainer to see how the classes I was taking effected my hip, and if there were different workouts from which I could benefit. This is when I met Chris. His reputation for working with people with limitations brought me to him. I have had only a few training sessions so far, but my experience has truly been like walking through a new door. He has assessed my issue, and guided me to doing exercises that already make me feel stronger, more flexible and more confident in how I move. I am so grateful to have found such a wise, thoughtful trainer who is great at communicating his knowledge. Chris truly has the gift of making a difference in my life, and I am sure for many others.
Paula K.
I came to Lifetime Fitness after an acquaintance the same age as me passed away this summer. She was a diabetic and over five years just got worse. She left an 11 year old daughter behind. Our children go to school together. I too am a diabetic and I did not want to die and leave my 11 year old daughter. I had lost weight but could not lose more to achieve better health. I was paired with Chris and he has changed my life forever! He has trained with me and sent me workouts that were tailored for me. He did a metabolic assessment to set my personal goals in motion. In a short time I have lost weight and found myself again. He gave me more confidence to believe in myself. I am so grateful to have found him. I just went to my endocronologist last week and I lost 2.5 numbers in my AIC glucose readings since the spring. My doctor was so pleased! I am going to back to college for a master program in Nutrition and Amber was a wonderful help as well. I know that Chris was meant to help me. He is an amazing trainer and and a wonderful support! Thank you Chris for your assistance, you rock!
Margaret S.
After several rounds of gel injections and cortisone shots in my knees, my doctor suggested that I begin doing water aerobics to put off knee replacement surgery. I joined Lifetime after hearing about their wonderful pools. I met with Chris for my first physical assessment. I really had no idea what to expect, as I was really on interested in the water aerobics. During our meeting I explained what my physical limitations were. Chris informed me that there were plenty of things I could do in the gym, everything just needed to be done with proper form. I agreed to see him for the complimentary sessions that came with along with my membership. Chris was so knowledgeable about how the body works, with a focus on form, that he had me doing things that I never dreamed I could do, like planks, modified squats, and the TRX!! I continued to train with Chris for 9 months. Our training sessions were always geared towards my abilities and goals. It's easy to work with a trainer that you can trust, and one that really wants to see you succeed. Chris is not only incredibly smart, but also very encouraging and fun to train with. He believed in me, or else I never would have come as far as I have. I have been able to skip a few rounds of knee injections, lost some weight and feel stronger then ever. My doctor is amazed at my progress, and the fact that I haven't made it to a water aerobics class yet. I love the gym now, and I owe it all to Chris Donnelly!!!
Kelly G.
Chris has coached me and designed a program that enabled me to achieve my goals of building strength, stability and endurance. It’s been amazing to see the progress that we’ve made together. He has incredible knowledge and knew exactly when to modify exercises and when to push me in certain areas to achieve our goals. He easily explained everything and demonstrated the exercises so I knew how to do each one correctly. He’s an incredible trainer who cares about each person individually and he skillfully works with you to achieve results! I am so thankful to have had Chris as my trainer for the past 9 months!
Chad V.
I trained with Chris for approximately 6 months, and would recommend him to any type of client. He takes a very personalized approach by listening to his clients’ goals and challenges, assessing and analyzing their current abilities and limitations, and then creates a customized plan to help achieve their goals, and perhaps most importantly, improve his clients’ range and mobility. Chris and I were paired up for my complimentary personal trainer session when I joined Life Time, and I had no intention of continuing sessions. Through Chris’s approach and overall knowledge, I quickly realized there was so much I was missing. The benefits of working together for 6 months, learning how to target my entire body, treat my nagging rotator cuff injury, and improve my overall strength and mobility, will stick with me forever. I cannot thank Chris enough, and I am confident that he can do the same for all of his clients.
Elizabeth O.
I first met Chris after a long (8 year) hiatus from exercise. To say I was out of shape is an understatement and I was nervous and a little intimidated however Chris quickly put my fears to rest. His thorough and accurate assessment of my mobility issues and gentle empowering way had me eagerly anticipating my next training session. I have lost 30+ lbs and gained strength and flexibility that I wasn't sure I'd feel again all thanks to this wonderful trainer. Trading with Chris is a pleasure!
Doree K.
I have worked with competent trainers for the better part of the past thirty years. However, there has never been any one of them as trustworthy, smart, resourceful, skilled and personable as Chris. During our six months of working together, my fitness level improved dramatically beyond my wildest dreams. Chris always knew when and how much to push beyond what I thought my limits were. YOU have won the golden ticket if you select Chris as your trainer!