Testimonials

“I surprise my self everyday, both in the gym and in life. I have Jolaine to thank, her training has helped me climb mountains, easier than ever before. I don’t shy away from challenges like I used to, I find myself even seeking them out. You might think Endeavour fitness is about strength and lifting weights, and it is, but it’s also soooooo much more…. I enjoy how every workout is different, the first part is warm up, it’s  cardio, and weights and flexibility, and then it’s go hard and give it everything you got! I leave with a sweat and a major sense of holy shit I can’t believe I just did that! I thought I’d be exhausted but I’m not, I leave full of energy and jazzed for the day ahead!”   The people are great! And every class feels like you have a personal trainer. Jolaine is amazing, and full of knowledge on how to stay safe and keep challenging yourself to do things you never thought you could! 

“Been going to endeavor fitness 10 yrs, Jolaine responsible for life changing (& saving) changes for me; diet, fitness, mental. Supportive & constantly upgrading coaching skills, she is impressively able to tailor training for all individuals, & great community at her gym! I am grateful for her & her coaches-  I give endeavor fitness the highest recommendation.”

“My Name is Judy Dickson.  I am 60 years young and feeling younger every day.   I started cross fit three years ago.  Throughout my 50’s, a lot of changes had occurred in my life.  Some of them were inevitable – like the empty nest – but most required a life style change on my part.  I had gained weight and arthritis was setting in.  I had my children late in life – so Grandkids might come later and I wasn’t on a great path to be able to enjoy that part of my life.  I was aging too quickly and I was lonely. I had driven by Endeavor Fitness a couple of times and decided to walk in and join.  I had no idea what Cross fit was.  It was recommended to me to come to an 8:00 class and only sign up for three days a week, as with my current fitness levels, she saidsome muscle stiffness would set it, which would require recovery time. So the next day – there I was at 8:00!  And I met Jolaine – the power house. I also met my current workout friends – both younger and older than myself.  Without any experience what so ever, Jolaine partnered me up with Fancy Nancy and I was walked through the warm up and then joined the rest of the class for the WOD (that’s workout of the day for those in the cross fit know how!!).  For the remainder of the summer I kept up the three days a week.  The learning curve was exciting.  I was doing stuff I never imagined doing!! Burpees!  Tire tossing!!  Jumping walls!! And yes stiffness became a part of my everyday life.  I don’t remember when the arthritis in my feet stopped hurting every morning – but I would trade muscle stiffness to joint pain any day.  There were days when that evil voice in my head asked “who are you kidding – you can’t do this” and then I showed up for the next class.   With increased fitness – I wanted to eat better.  Fueling my body and getting lots of sleep was making me happy and relaxed.    I lost weight but more importantly, my body shaped changed.  I was fitting clothes I had kept from back before I had kids (and I can still rock those 80’s shoulder pads!!).  My postured changed.  My winter skiing is less tasking on my knees. I have more energy.  Feeling younger again is awesome.    In the three years of CrossFit– I have not had any injuries.  The workouts have always been scaled to challenge me and make me stronger.  The people I met on that first 8:00 class are still my workout buddies – we laugh, we encourage, we support, and never – never have I been judged or felt diminished in any way. I like to come early to class – to do my own little warm up and work on “areas of opportunity” – as Jolaine would say.  I am a full time member and can work out 5 days in a row and have lots of energy to fill the rest of my day and weekends.   I encourage anyone – no matter their fitness level or age or coordination – to come join the fun.  You will not regret it.  Oh,you will be sore –and that feels so great!!   See you at the gym!!”

“I like to thank Jolaine for a positive and supportive environment. I have met so many wonderful people that encourage and uplift each other. I’ve become healthier in body & soul because of it. Thanks so much!!”

“It’s difficult for me to express how much my life has changed since I joined Crossfit in 2015; I’ve changed so much mentally and physically in the most positive ways! I have the confidence to try things that I couldn’t do even as a child, like climb a rope or do a handstand. The best part about Endeavor is the community that has been created. There are people that come from all areas of our community to gather in the gym where they work hard for themselves and also lift others up (sometimes literally!). Thank you Jolaine, not only for kicking my ass on the daily, but also for providing me a space to work hard at becoming the best version of myself.”

“I was sceptical of CrossFit before I started. I thought it was for the super hardcore, natural athletic types. I am neither. But it turns out, CrossFit is for everyone, even someone like me. Jolaine brings so much enthusiasm, encouragement  and knowledge to every class, that I wanted to come more often, and with it came noticeable results and gains. It also came with an amazing CrossFit family that keeps me motivated, accountable, and stocked with recovery beers. Jo helped me pre-hab and rehab through two knee surgeries for a pre-existing injury, and worked with my limitations throughout my recovery. CrossFit improved my overall strength and conditioning, that I’ve hit so many goals in the gym, and can now play harder and longer (and injury free!) outside.”

“My husband and I have been going to Endeavour Fitness invermere for over 10 years now and cannot say enough good things about it.  Jolaine works very hard to help everyone improve their physical conditioning while constantly modifying exercises to suit individual abilities and limitations, being especially careful when people have specific injuries.  Her irrepressible cheerfulness and encouragement inspire us to do and be our very best.  Jolaine’s classes are super fun and addictive!”

“Jolaine runs a very inclusive, supportive gym.  The combination of the fun social atmosphere and a full body work-out that is always varied, makes this the only indoor gym program that has kept my interest.   I can heartily recommend Jolaine’s programs to all, but they are especially valuable for those of us who are getting older and realize we need a little help to stay strong and active.  It really works!!”