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3211 Shannon Rd 105
Durham, NC 27707

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(919) 401-8024
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Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
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Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
Empower Personalized Fitness - Durham, NC
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I have been working out at Empower for almost a year now and absolutely love it! As a law school student with limited free time to spend exercising, I sought help from a personal...

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Empower has consistently raised their prices without raising their skills. Their facility has limited shower space which they try to manage by allowing the women to shower in the ...

Great focused workouts 6/4/2009

Matthew has been my personal trainer for the past year. He'd done a great job of focusing the training on fitness that reflects my goals. I'm especially impressed with the effectiveness of the workout. There is no wasted reps or wasted time in the workouts Matthew designs. Pros: Lots of variety, Effective use of time Cons: cost more
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The Best 6/3/2009

I have taken advantage of personal training, pre-natal yoga, boot camp, nutrition counseling, massage and most recently the running club at Empower. Not only have I lost a few post-baby pounds but I have improved my endurance and expanded my running workouts. Mike is an outstanding coach and has helped me reach my current fitness goals! No matter what your interests or goals are Empower is the place to be! Pros: Educated and motivating staff, many options for getting fit more
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Great results 6/3/2009

I have been working out with Matthew (Alegre) at Empower as part of a ""Bootcamp"" workout for over a year and lost 20+ pounds. As I built strength, flexibility and aerobic capacity, I started looking at different classes and programs within Empower. I signed up for a ""Lose Big, Win Big"" challenge, learned about better nutrition and lost 20+ pounds. I then signed up for a running club/seminar with Mike (Babbitt) and lost another 20+ pounds. I signed up for full body massages (Satya is great!) before trailruns and improved my run times. The net result in one year is 60+ pounds lost, 8"" lost around my waist (40 waist before, now in size 32 jeans), 2+"" lost around neckline, a 37 minute 8K time and the ability to do 25+ chinups and 100+ pushups. What I like about Empower is that it focuses on the total package -- nutrition, strength, flexibility, aerobic capacity, weight loss and massage. Would highly recommend it to anyone. Pros: Have lost 60+ pounds in 9 months Cons: The $ I have had to spend on new clothes (is that a con?) more
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Great Place to workout 6/2/2009

It had been difficult for me to get to the gym, but now that I have a dedicated time it works out so much better. Also the variety of training I receive keeps me from getting burnt out while exercising. Pros: Quality training more
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Satisfied client for ten years and counting. . . 5/29/2009

I and my four children have worked with Jessica since 1999. From the difficult pre-teen years through Division 1 college scholarship athlete - she has helped my children grow into the healthy adults they are today and has kept me motivated to exercise daily. Over the past 10 years I have watched her grow an independent contracting personal training business into the premier health and fitness studio in the triangle area. Empower's wholistic approach to wellness brings the best in personal training, yoga and Pilates, nutrition counselling and therapeutic massage together in one studio - a winning combination! I highly recommend Empower to anyone, any family looking to improve their overall health and wellness. Pros: Educated, professional staff - Excellent, pristine studio more
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Awesome Place to Train 5/19/2009

This group was recommended to me by a colleague as an outstanding resource for personal fitness training, and I would enthusiastically pass the recommendation on to others. In fact, many of my physician colleagues are already satisfied clients, and this has become ""the place to train"" for many of us. One of the key features of this group for me is the high degree of expertise of all of the trainers. Owners Jessica and Ronda have stringent standards for their employees. In addition to being personable, all the trainers I have met are highly knowledgeable (with advanced degrees in exercise related fields), are talented athletes themselves. Importantly, they are able to appropriately balance client safety with performance. In my own experience, I have been very pleased with my trainer's ability to respond to individual limitations or concerns- and to redirect the training, or find an alternative exercise when needed. I feel very confident that I am training safely and that any specific needs I have would be competently addressed by my trainer. The focus of the organization is on health and wellness, which is a focus that I appreciate as a physician. \r \r In addition to a very inviting facility with a comfortable layout and an array of equipment, Empower has enough trainers to accommodate a variety of schedules. Pros: Highly competent and well trained staff more
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When you're ready for real results, call Empower 10/27/2008

The trainers at Empower are the most talented and capable I've ever experienced, and I've worked out with trainers in Boston, and from the Triad to the Triangle. They offer loads of motivation, tailored programs for your particular needs whether you're just getting back into shape (like me), or an accomplished athlete with specific training needs. The studio is immaculate, the equipment top quality. The place is addicting. My trainer Katy has challenged and encouraged me for about 2 years now, and coaxed me from desk jockey and couch potato to a lifting, running, sweating, health nut. Pros: Skill, expertise, equipment more
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Great staff and wonderful equipment 10/22/2008

Empower Personal Training offers a variety of services in a clean, well-organized, friendly environment that really does make you feel empowered to become fit and lead a healthier life. I have worked out with Jessica for about ten years and have seen great results. I love catching up with the trainers before my workout and they always have answers to any questions I ask and a cheerful attitude that I have come to really appreciate. The space has wonderful, state-of-the-art equipment and is kept perfectly clean and very tidy. I highly recommend Empower Personal Training to all my friends and family. The personal training offered at Empower is both friendly and motivating. I have learned so much about physical fitness, nutrition and leading a healthy life through the many members of the Empower staff. After a long, hard workout nothing could be better than Satya’s Thai, deep tissue, or integrated massage to help you continue to practice body awareness. I would recommend Empower to anyone! Pros: friendly staff, state-of-the-art equipment, Cons: What are the drawbacks? more
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the best of all the rest 10/21/2008

I came to Empower after years of trying to stay fit on my own. As a ex college athlete over 45 I just couldn't find the motivation to work out anymore and stay fit. I came to Empower Personal Training and Kay was awesome. Although on some days I should probably work much harder than I do, Katy has found a balance to make me laugh and also to push me to a high level intense workout. I look forward to my session each week.\r I have been going there for about 2 years and I would recommend it for anyone young or old or anyone who would like to become fit for life. Pros: everything more
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Awesome Personal Training! 10/21/2008

Empower Personal Training is a clean and well maintained environment with a knowledgeable and friendly staff. I have been working out with Jessica for many years and have realized great results. She varies the workouts and keeps the exercises fun and interesting. What started out as a weight loss program became an overall wellness program. We not only concentrate on cardio and weight training but nutrition, yoga, and thai massage as well. The onsite nutritionist has been fantastic about suggesting healthy choices and not making you feel like you are missing out. The yoga classes with Satya have been wonderfull....a great way to vary your exercises! Although I am a beginner she makes me feel like I can do any of the exercises. I recently tried thai massage with Satya and it was the best massage I have ever had. Unlike a traditional massage this works on your joints and incorporates stretching and some yoga techniques...I highly recommend it! As if we weren't doing enough training Jessica recommended Boot Camp with Matthew...that is a lot of fun! Talk about mixing it up....it is fun and allows you to try a bunch of different exercises in a group environment. Pros: Clean, well maintained environment with a knowledgeable and friendly staff more
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Extremely Productive Time 10/19/2008

The personnel at the gym are all quite nice and always willing to help. They greet you when you arrive and wish you a great day when you leave. The workouts are extraordinary and the staff is very knowledgable. Katy is my trainer and she has been my life line. I am very happy to be assoicated with this gym and I recommend it highly! Pros: Everything more
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Best Training Studio and Yoga Classes around 9/19/2008

Empower offers a clean, comfortable environment. The staff are all professional and extremely knowledgeable. Every trainer is awesome to work with-and you can't go wrong with any one of them. I have been endurance training with Patty for almost 3 months and can't imagine how I could have gotten along with out her! She is wonderful. Matthew is experienced and also great to work with....he will keep you motivated and on track. \r \r The yoga classes with Satya are the best around and a reasonable price. Satya also offers a variety of massages tailored to you. I recently had a massage that incorporated a variety of massages - thai, deep tissue, integrated. I loved it and will go back again and again. I would recommend Empower to ANYONE and EVERYONE. Pros: Cleanest studio you will ever walk into! Great, friendly staff. Service is A+++ Cons: Nothing more
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Great Staff 8/6/2008

I have always had a hard time sticking with an exercise regimen. Working with Empower Personal Training has changed that. I have appointments 3x/week that I keep just like I would any other commitment. I have been working out with my trainer for over a year now and have more energy and confidence in my abilities. I know that my trainer is always developing a workout that is customized to reach my goals and considers my fitness level and ability. The Empower Personal Training facility is a clean, welcoming studio and the trainers are fit and knowledgeable without being intimidating. Their input and oversight really make all the difference. Pros: knowledgeable, friendly staff more
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Feel stronger and running better 7/24/2008

I've been a client of Empower and Michael Whitehurst for 18 months. After several running injuries slowed me down in recent years, Michael got me back on track. Through workouts designed to improve core strength, flexibility, and balance, I have been able to return to decent running form. He also introduced me to a new love--trail running. I would strongly recommend Empower!\r Positives: Clean facility, personal attention\r Negatives: None Pros: Personalized workout plan Cons: Wish I could do more more
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AMAZING MASSAGE EXPERIENCE! 7/24/2008

I have always been a big believer in the therapeutic benefit of deep tissue massage and have received many great massages. However, I just tried Thai massage for the first time and was blown away. This Eastern style massage has deep roots in the Indian yoga tradition and incorporates passive stretching, acupressure, compression and massage. Satya, the massage therapist at Empower Personal Training, was extremely knowledgable, professional and nothing short of AMAZING. The massage is performed on a thick comfortable mat on the floor with your clothes on and begins with a traditional herbal tea foot bath (so refreshing!). Thai massage lasts at least 90 minutes (which is what I did) but Satya recommends 2 hours. The time flew by and I was wishing it wouldn't end. Unlike the deep tissue table massage that I am used to, Thai massage really gets deeper into the muscles and also works on joints and ligaments - stretching you out and making you feel so good. I have recommended this style of massage and Satya at Empower to everyone I know. Best massage experience I have ever had! Pros: Knowledgable professional staff / Clean, warm and welcoming facility more
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The Best 7/20/2008

I have never regretted joining. Katy is simply the best trainer I have ever worked out with. The facilities are fantastic. more
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Empower Fitness, Durham, NC - the best around!!! 7/17/2008

I have been trasformed by working with Mike Babbit for the last 3+ months 2 times a week. I am a stay at home mother whose back often hurt from taking our son in and out of the crib and car seat. Since training with Mike I have not had a back ache b/c he has focused on strenghtening my core muscles to better handle the everyday activities of being with a toddler. \r \r I also have the added benefit of more stamina and a more trim, tone body which all add up to more self confidnce! I have worked with other trainers and none have increased my strength and given me workouts with so much variation as Mike. And observing other trainers in the gym...they all give their clients workouts that are challenging and not the same hum drumn over and over again exercises.\r \r I highly recommend Empower if you want to be in the best shape of your life and have fun getting to your goal! Pros: Clean, friendly, and challenging enough to promise awesome results! Cons: Expensive but worth it since your health should be number 1! more
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Personal training using all my muscles 7/17/2008

Trainers always make me feel at home when I enter, calling my name. I have worked with four different trainer, when my regular trainer was on vacation. Whether I am working with Ronda or Michael or Matt or Tess or Katy, I always get a good workout. Also, I never do the same exercise twice, giving me variation to my workout. ""Use it or lose it"" is a true motto. I have the opportunity to use all my muscles here. more
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Empower Personal Training 7/13/2008

I Recommended anyone to come and check out Empower Personal Training. I've been training with Empower since they have been open for business and it's been a GREAT EXPERIENCE. My trainer Katie, has been great to me as days go by I feel stronger and have more energy each day. Ronda and Jessica I had fun while training with you too! The most important thing I should tell you is that you will see improvement while training with Empower Personal Training with a very clean Environment. So what you waiting for go and check it out. All the Staffs keep up the good work!!!! Pros: The Staffs and every thing else more
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Great personal training! 7/13/2008

I've been with Empower Personal Training for 2+ years and recommend it to friends and acquaintances all the time. I don't have grand training goals, I'm just trying to stay strong as I get older. It's been more than I could have expected. The staff is wonderful, professional yet welcoming and friendly. From the start, they listened to what I wanted to get out of the experience, then provided it and more. THe environment is far superior to any gym or health club I've ever belonged to--no posturing ""trainers"", no blaring music, no overcrowding. It's always immaculately clean. I feel like a member of a community dedicated to fitness at Empower, not just a client. more
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Personal Training, Group Fitness, Wellness

Owner Message

  • Empower Personal Training is a private fitness studio that takes an integrative approach to overall health and wellness. Specializing in designing personalized fitness programs to meet individual health and fitness needs, the staff offers motivation, guidance and encouragement through every step of the program.

    Empower Personal Training provides personal attention that is typically unavailable in the traditional gym setting. Our services include one-on-one personal training, small group training, athletic enhancement, endurance sports training, golf and tennis specific fitness programs, boot camp classes, group exclusive yoga and Pilates, nutrition counseling with a registered dietician and Eastern and Western massage therapy practices.

    The spacious Durham studio features spa like finishes. Enjoy a pristine environment and other amenities at Empower Personal Training.

Editorial

  • Personal training, massage therapy, group fitness classes as well as nutrition counseling are offered by Empower Personal Training, serving the Triangle.

  • 7/7/2008 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Monday: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Tuesday: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Wednesday: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Thursday: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Sunday: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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