I met Robin in October 2019 when I joined the Pedaling for Parkinson’s at the Kent YMCA. At that time I had been a member for several weeks as the Kent YMCA had just opened. After only a few classes I began to notice an improvement in some of my Parkinson’s symptoms and felt an overall improvement in my well-being. At my annual physical, my doctor found that my A1C levels had dropped to the point at which I am no longer pre-diabetic. Also, my blood sugar levels are at the lowest levels they have been in many years. I attribute these improvements to my participation in the Pedaling for Parkinson’s class.

One of the factors in the class’ success is Robin’s ability to keep us engaged in thought and conversation during the class. This makes the hour long class fly by. Keeping myself going for an hour on the Spin cycles isn’t something that I can easily accomplish by myself and Robin makes it seem easy. Another factor in the class’ success is Robin’s positive energy. Her positive energy fuels not only the class for an hour but has lasting effects outside the class. I have found myself noticing little things such as things the make me smile during the week, ways I choose to relax, as well as healthy foods that I have chosen to eat.

Even during the closure of the YMCA due to the pandemic, Robin continues to keep us connected to the Pedaling for Parkinson’s class and has kept me motivated to find other ways to exercise. She has even helped to coach me via e-mail regarding the use of a rowing machine I borrowed from a relative. Robin has helped me in my personal battle with Parkinson’s and has helped me with my overall health. Her positive energy is quite genuine and motivates me in achieving my health goals. Glenn M., current client, YMCA, Kent, WA (May 2020)

Robin: You have taken a class situation that could otherwise be pretty dull (an hour of pedaling not going anywhere) and kept it interesting for us. You have facilitated our becoming a group with social connections. During this down time (due to COVID-19 pandemic) you have kept in touch with us. You have exceeded my expectations as an instructor and trainer and have made a positive impact in my life. Phil D., current client, YMCA, Kent, WA (May 2020)

Robin is an incredible human being in EVERY WAY. She is not a fake. Robin is authentic, genuine and has been an amazing person to know. To know her is an honor. I met her through my husband’s hiking group. When she is not on the trail, she strives at every turn through her own school and life challenges to inspire others. She is incredible and inspirational on the trail. Robin meets people where they are at when it comes to personal training, and then builds them up from there. Robin meets you are at in life, and believe me, I am in poverty and have 150 pds to lose and Robin tells me I can do it…and reminds me at every turn to focus on the positive. I now realize this isn’t just some “Self help speak”, but rather this is who Robin really is. She is SUCH a beautiful person and really cares about people’s whole health. I think it is because Robin has lived it and she wants others to follow suit. She is an incredible human being. Rebekah, L., Writer, self-employed, Seattle, WA (April 2019)

Thank you for all of your energy – you are always bouncing around and have such great ideas! Your co-workers are recognizing that you are really getting into a groove and you are so appreciated! Kari T., Rehab Manager, Valley Medical Center, Renton, WA (January 2018)

Robin is a wonderful trainer, she has so much knowledge and works patiently with me to make sure I am doing the right things for my training. I really appreciate her expertise and will definitely keep her as my choice for a trainer. Charlsee N., Associate Product Manager, former personal training client, Anytime Fitness & Guided Fitness, Renton, WA (February 2017)