How to Break Up the Snow Pile Without Breaking Your Back
Thomas King was quoted as an expert source in the St. John’s, NL Telegram newspaper and on Saltwire’s website in…
How to Get Started Working Out
We’re proud to share an article that appear in the St. John’s Telegram (local newspaper) where Jon and Thomas were…
Thomas’s Daily Diet
Hey Folks! Every week, I get asked questions such as: “What do you eat?”, “What is your diet like for…
How to Set Up a Home Gym with Equipment You’ll Use and Not Break the Bank
We’re proud to share an article that appear in the St. John’s Telegram (local newspaper) where Jon and Thomas were…
BOSU Mobility Workout for Runners
The January/February 2022 issue of Canadian Running was just released and in it, you’ll find my latest contribution to the…
My Experience Competing at NL’s Strongest 2021
Hey everyone. Thought I would take some time now to recap my weekend competing in “Newfoundland and Labrador’s Strongest Man/Woman”.…
In-Season Strength Training Tips for Triathletes
Hi everyone, I’m pleased to share with you my first regular contribution to Triathlon Magazine Canada! Here is my first…
Home Workout with a Weighted Backpack
The May/June 2021 issue of Canadian Running was just released and in it, you’ll find my latest contribution to the…
Thomas’s Top 5 Tips for Staying Motivated While Training at Home
By Thomas King, MSc, CK, CSCS Given the situation in the world right now, there is a good chance that…
Setting Up Your Own Home Gym
By Thomas King, MSc, CK, CSCS Since the beginning of the pandemic, the craze of working out from the comfort…
Smoky Minestrone Soup Recipe
By Julia Howard, MPH, RHN If you’re looking for a chunky vegan soup that eats like a meal, check out…
TRX Workout for Runners
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, MSc, CSCS, CEP Hey runners! Check out my most recent article with Canadian Running magazine called the…
I was looking for something to augment my 20+ year yoga practice with a focus on strength conditioning. I am friend’s with Jon’s sister in-law and over the years always heard great things about JKC, especially with respect to the top quality trainers they have and programs they run. After talking to Jon about my goals, and hearing his thoughts on a training plan, I knew that this was going to be an awesome experience … and it sure has been. JKC stands out from other gyms because of the attention to detail, the high quality of the staff and the facilities. Also, the amazing people that train there. And no one posing and taking selfies. I’m 41 years old and I started in Dec 2021.
JKC was recommended by a previous trainer who followed Jon online. He thought Jon’s approach to training was excellent. JKC employs well educated trainers who are very particular about technique and form. I have never injured myself because the trainers know what they are doing. They can always answer any questions I ask about my training. As well the trainers are friendly contributing to a relaxed and friendly atmosphere at the gym.
I recently turned 40, and I have been training at JKC since the summer of 2020. My partner Michael had already been training at JKC, so it came highly recommended. We had set up a home gym at the start of the pandemic, but needed to mix it up after the first lockdown. JKC differs from other gyms because of the personalized workouts. Jon, Thomas and Craig are great at challenging me to do more than I would on my own.
I was referred to JKC by my sister-in-law and had heard good things about it from many people in the running community. I also saw Jon’s picture on the wall at lululemon years ago! I really like the personalized training and the variety the guys provide. I started for strength training for running. I love cardio and do tons of it but wasn’t motivated to do much strength work on my own. Jon mixes up my strength work week to week so I don’t get bored but also lets me work in a hard circuit for the last 20 minutes of most sessions to get my cardio fix
Before starting at JK Conditioning I had attempted strength training multiple times through various local gyms and at home. Each time I would end up frustrated and injured. A little over two years ago, I contacted Jon and shared my goal with him to complete my first Ironman and remain injury free in the process. Jon, Thomas and Angie have worked with me weekly and I feel stronger but most importantly I have remained injury free for 2 years, 2 months and 6 hours….. but who’s counting. HaHa. The atmosphere at JKC is welcoming for any age and ability. While Jon, Angie and Thomas are serious about GAINZ, I’ve never once found myself not laughing while working out. Thanks for helping me to continue in this crazy sport where strength training is often neglected but is the key to remaining injury free!!
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