5 /5 Jim Schultz: I’ve been training at Starting Strength San Antonio for about a month now. The experience has been great so far. I have enjoyed working with a coach every workout. I really appreciate being able to have sessions early in the morning to start the day and not interfere with work and other obligations. The sunrise view is superb btw! I specifically sought out a SS gym because I had read the SS books and knew they did individualized programming and coaching. The last time I was really in a groove on my weight training I had some back injuries that I am pretty sure came from incorrect form. I also jumped on the chance to train at SS because I got pretty sick with Covid this year and it really did a number on me, but it was also a good reset for me, it was a good reminder to to get serious about my health and stop putting it off. I need to get stronger and more resilient. I’ve been really happy so far with just how much better I’m feeling already after a month of training.
So far working with Victoria, the Head Coach, has been fantastic! She knows her stuff and doesn’t let me get away with poor form and is helping me retrain my stubborn habits so I don’t get injured again. Victoria is present for every exercise and gives great feedback every time. After each workout we record results in a logbook/app and then plan and adjust where needed for the next workout. It makes it nice to just just come in the morning and get right to it. I really appreciate the individualized programming and support. I feel I will progress and achieve much better results. I’m really pleased so far.
As for the gym itself, it’s very clean and well organized, thanks SS for indulging my OCD self. The equipment is high quality and super solid, no cheap stuff here. It’s all custom built equipment from Texas Strength Systems, Texas Power Bars and The Strength Co, all USA manufactured. The benches are insane, super super solid, they could open up a Starting Strength Barbecue joint next door cause those benches could double as a butcher block! Ha ha I also like that they have gym leaderboards and workout plans on the displays as you walk in.