Reviews of Bent Bar Fitness (Gym)

Iris Tetford

Jesse helped me get through the worst of the pandemic with her monthly fitness challenges that included activities as well as tips for emotional wellbeing. She was motivating and helped make my fitness routine have psychological as well as a physical benefits. I would highly recommend working with her.

Ilanna T

Jesse is an amazing trainer and an awesome person to work with. I've been a client for nearing 2 years and have found the evolving fitness programs to be really well tailored to my needs. She keeps in mind injuries, my progress, and even takes the time to work in exercises that I find more fun. She also answers my (many) questions with a great depth of knowledge and good humour. I'm constantly challenged, and it's also really enjoyable. I feel motivated both at the gym and away because Jesse takes the time to check in and provide resources, helping me to build good, sustainable habits. I also can't stress enough how welcoming an environment she creates - I feel comfortable, which helps me try new things and push myself. Also, laughter is a great additional core challenge to any workout! I would recommend Jesse/Bent Bar Fitness to anyone, and, especially due to the supportive and positive motivation, I've found her particularly helpful for getting back into more targeted and rigorous exercise after a long break.

xmistery2

Jesse is amazing. She is communicative, flexible with hours, accommodating with basically anything, tailors workouts specifically to you and your goals, and motivates you to no end to push your limits. Under the supervision of both Jesse and Sir Kingsley, her trusty floofy canine buisness partner, my workouts are not only just fun and challenging, but they make you feel at home and comfortable working out. When I started out with Jesse at the beginning of summer 2021, I was just starting to get back into things after having 2 children under 2 and was scared of the gym setting but wasn't motivated enough to do at home workouts myself, especially with ADHD. I couldn't do a pushup, couldn't deadlift more than 25 pounds with my noodle legs, cardio was a nightmare, ab muscles were nonexistent, I didn't like the look or feel of my body, walking up my stairs made me out of breath, and with the dream of eventually joining the army reserves, I reached out, and thus began our journey. Right off the bat, Jesse made me feel welcomed, and comfortable, and the more we started working out the stronger I got, the more confident I became, and started pushing my limits more and more. You don't need to be afraid to be yourself around her, she listens to me talk absolute nonsense sometimes, and she will just vibes with it lmao (I tell so many random stories and forget what I'm doing, but she directs me back to the workout like a lost toddler in Walmart) Coming to today, cardio is still a nightmare but it's a manageable nightmare, I'm so so close to doing a pushup on the ground, and can push through sticky spots, I can deadlift 135 pounds with ease, I can run up my stairs with little to no issue, I HAVE AB MUSCLES NOW, and I feel so comfortable and happy with how I look and feel. I show up to workouts in my pajamas 9/10 times lol Jesse will literally be your trainer, cheerleader, friend, and hype man. She's howled at me before many times before/ during a set ???? As many people have stated, her positivity is infectious and keeps you coming back for more! She meets you where you are at physically and mentally in the moment, and continuously builds you up gradually each session. I can say with complete solace that for the first time in my life, I actually enjoy working out alot! Sir Kingsley also does a fantastic job. He supervises the events to ensure quality control and consistency. He has his own little office in the corner of the gym for with a comfortable chair, rug, whiteboard, and plants. He will also come over during an exercise either for pets, or for pets and for distraction tactics to let me know I gotta focus on the gains. I cannot recommend Bent Bar Fitness enough! 1000/10

Taryn F

Jesse was recommended to me when I was looking for a personal trainer who is LGBTQ+ friendly. I have participated in her monthly walking challenges and also worked with her one-on-one. She is knowledgeable, understanding, and genuinely wants her clients to achieve their goals, at their own pace. She is personable, approachable, and creates a space that feels safe to discuss any obstacles keeping you from experiencing physical and mental wellbeing. I have never felt more comfortable with a trainer than I do with Jesse, I would highly recommend working with her to support your fitness and movement goals!

Tamarra Lewis

Jesse provides a quality workout every time while keeping a smile on everyone's faces! Her group classes are creative and challenging, she'll always provide adjustments for anyone who needs them, and her positivity is infectious! Her classes are very inclusive and body neutral which makes everyone feel comfortable in the space, plus they are outdoors which has helped greatly through the pandemic. Highly recommended. Thanks Jesse!