Functional Power

I was hesitant selecting a personal trainer by web-searching, but the philosophy communicated throughout Rick?s website made me hopeful. It?s been five months since I began training with Rick and the results have been obvious to myself, my friends and family! Rick truly delivers ?functional power.? What is it? For me, its practical, efficient lifestyle change offered up by an incredible person who continually assesses my needs and helps me progress in a way that feels real and permanent. Rick educates and provides encouragement every time we talk or train. He's fun to work with. I find myself positively visualizing improvement, I select balanced meals without a second thought, I posture check myself throughout the day. I am no longer sabotaging my success ? its all so easy now. Rick gently reminds me to keep my goals in sight and he celebrates even my small victories so I stay motivated. Rick's value add is his friendly, personal and customized commitment to his clients. He's really awesome - you should train with him! more

Rick Hills is great at motivating, educating and training his clients. It is not just a job to Rick, it is his passion. He researches techniques and equipment to optimize the client's investment of time and energy. He keeps the client focused, and helps the client to reach exercise, postural, nutrition and conditioning goals. He has helped me learn about how the body accomplishes atheletic performance, and how to increase my capacity to pursue the sports I enjoy. If you are serious about health: staying injury free, eating properly, increasing your functional power - call Rick. more

Rick Hills at Functional Power provides good motivation, good program and good lifestyle exercise that has reshaped my body, my balance and my abilities. He is very knowledge of muscle movements and all the exercises designed to isolate, work and strengthen each muscle. With a variety of activities included in any day's regimen, a work out with Rick is anything but 'routine.' On a personal level, Rick is outgoing, funny and positive, encouraging progress all along the way. He also is accommodating of schedule needs for those of us with unusual work availability. It is not at all like a disinterested trainer at gym, but rather an expert in functional power who is interested in the best training for each of his clients. Pros: Knowledgeable, available and versatile Cons: Not the typical gym/trainer experience -- be open minded. more

Over several months last year, I noticed a colleague changing. He slimmed down, gained energy, looked happier and shed a few years' worth of slump and drag. His secret ...a new pill? a new ab machine? Nope. His secret was Rick Hills. Pros: Unique methodology, enthusiastic and fun trainer totally focused on your well-being. more

Rick Hills is a great trainer with lots of experience. His sharp sense of humor makes working out with him a lot of fun but he makes you work hard, too. Pros: Personalized programs and attention; excellent results; convenient location more