Ben didn’t just give me a one-size-fits-all meal plan—he helped me build a realistic, sustainable routine that fits my lifestyle. His approach is grounded in common sense, not gimmicks.
— Mark Jamantoc, Praxis Physical Therapy
Mark Jamantoc, Praxis Physical Therapy
As a full-time physical therapist and business owner, my days are packed—and my own nutrition often took a backseat. There were times I’d go almost an entire day without eating, and when I did, my caloric intake was completely off then it would cause me to change my eating habits for the entire evening. I knew I needed help, and that’s when I started working with Ben Leonard – after seeing the results of many others who have worked with him.
Ben didn’t just give me a one-size-fits-all meal plan—he helped me build a realistic, sustainable routine that fits my lifestyle. His approach is grounded in common sense, not gimmicks. He took the time to understand the demands of my schedule and created a plan that I could actually stick to.
Since working with Ben, I’ve not only reached my weight goals, but more importantly, I’ve developed a healthier relationship with food and my daily habits. I finally feel in control of my nutrition—and that has made a huge difference in my energy, focus, and overall well-being.
I highly recommend Ben to anyone looking for real, lasting change.
Jody E. Firefighter / Community Paramedic.
Working with Ben has been an incredibly positive and supportive experience. From day one, he has taken the time to really understand my goals, my limitations, and—most importantly—my injuries. What stands out most is his attention to detail and how carefully he tailors each workout to not only help me get stronger, but also to protect and support my body along the way.
I have worked out a long time but have been getting injured more often as I’ve aged. Ben has paid special attention to correct some training scars I’ve developed.
He’s always checking in to make sure movements feel safe, warning me when he sees me doing movements unsafely, offering modifications when needed, and educating me on proper form to prevent further injury. I’ve never felt pushed too hard or overlooked—he strikes the perfect balance between challenge and care. Thanks to his guidance, I’ve been able to build strength and confidence while staying injury-free.
If you’re looking for a trainer who genuinely listens, knows their stuff, and truly cares about your progress and well-being, I can’t recommend Ben enough.
Esmeralda S.
Before I started training with Ben, I was at a really low point in my life. I was dealing with
insecurity about my body, feeling upset with how I looked, and struggling with other personal challenges. Honestly, I wasn’t happy with myself on multiple levels, and I had no idea how to start working through it. But I decided to take a step and do something about it—enter Ben. From the very beginning, Ben made me feel heard. His approach was personalized, human, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to understand my goals, my struggles, and explained everything in detail, whether it was the science behind an exercise or the reasoning behind the number of sets and reps we were doing. I always trusted him 100%, and his kinesiology degree meant I wasn’t just doing random moves—I was learning about my body as I worked out.
Results-wise… body is tea (I’m talking core, thighs, biceps, back muscles). But honestly, the
transformation I’m most proud of is the confidence I’ve gained—not just in the gym, but in life. I started handling situations with a different mindset and realized I could handle a lot more than I thought—not just because I was getting stronger physically, but because I was feeling more confident mentally. Ben always said, “If you can do hard things in here, you can do hard things out there.” His approach to training is not just about looking better; it’s about feeling stronger, mentally and emotionally.
My favorite part of working with Ben was how much he cared—not just about my physical
goals, but about me as a person. We’d talk about everything from pop culture to life’s big
challenges. He made it fun, and we always had a good laugh, but he also knew when to push me and when to take a step back. If I needed a break, he was the first to say, “Listen to your body,” and that balance of pushing me to my limits while also respecting my boundaries made all the difference. I genuinely feel like working with Ben has changed my life—not just my body, but my mindset. I’ve learned how to trust myself, how to commit to my goals, and how to be proud of the progress I’ve made. Ben didn’t just give me a workout plan; he gave me the tools to believe in myself again, and for that, I’ll always be grateful.
Viktoriya L.
“I’ve been training with Ben for over 6 months now, and I’m thrilled with my progress and grateful for the valuable lessons learned during this time. Despite having a decade of lifting experience and a history of being a trainer myself, I initially doubted the need for a personal trainer. However, after consistently working out at Training Grounds for two years without the desired progress, I decided to try training with Ben. It turned out to be one of the best decisions that I could have made for my fitness journey. Within a few months, I noticed significant growth, newfound consistency, and a heightened enthusiasm for gym sessions and self-improvement overall, in and out of the gym.”
“While I thought I knew what I was doing, having Ben watch my form, make adjustments, and offer a fresh perspective on lifting styles, breathing techniques, and exercises made a remarkable difference. Ben’s encouragement and accountability pushes me beyond my personal limits. His expertise in Exercise Science elevated my lifting to a level I hadn’t been able to achieve on my own. Ben was also able to work around my knee pain that I was dealing with, with caution, working on strengthening muscles that were weakened and causing my knees to take on more than they could handle.”
“Ben creates a positive gym environment, even on days when I’m not particularly excited to be there. His passion for fitness, extensive knowledge, and flexibility in adapting to changes have made a very positive impact on my fitness journey. I am stoked to continue to work with him.”
Sophie M.
“I have been training with Ben since June of 2023. Ben is a very knowledgeable trainer in every aspect of fitness including nutrition who truly cares about his clients. Ben helped me go from never having weight lifted before in my life to working towards my many varied goals including climbing a 9,000ft mountain, my first ever powerlifting meet, and he is currently creating a very specific training program for me for bodyweight/banded workouts to keep me in shape while living on a boat with very confined space.”
“Ben ensures that my technique is always correct to avoid any injuries and has made me feel confident in the gym with his in-depth explanations of technique. He is extremely reliable & punctual – always set up & ready to start training ahead of time, with an exercise routine planned. Ben is extremely dedicated and focused during training sessions ensuring that each exercise is performed at the highest quality. I would have no hesitation in recommending him as your personal trainer if you want to achieve your fitness and health goals. Ben has so much to offer and is an absolute pleasure to work with”
Joel S.
“I hadn’t worked out at a gym in a long time and wasn’t sure where to start with my fitness goals. Ben not only pushed me beyond what I thought I was capable of, but he also took the time to educate me along the way. He helped me understand which exercises would be the most effective and where to focus my energy.
We started with an intro session to make sure I’d be a good fit for his program, and from there, he guided me through the right workouts, proper form, how to do a clean rep, and how each movement tied into my goals.
Ben was incredibly flexible—any time something came up, he was more than willing to adjust our sessions to fit my schedule.
A few months in, I feel way more confident going to the gym, and I’m lifting 45% more than when I started. I’d recommend working with Ben as a trainer any day of the week.”
ArinNaia O.
Working with Ben as a trainer has been a life changing supportive experience for me.
His knowledge patience and care with learning to navigate the gym workout environment has been life changing for me and helped me recover my sense of self confidence and trust in my bodies ability to be strong and pain free again at 50!
I highly recommend his work as he truly embodies his clients best interest and creates a supportive sense of community to land in that meets you exactly where you are in your process of training.
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