Maria Dalzot
I'll never forget my first session at Terrain Gym. I walked in like a deer in headlights, completely overwhelmed and intimidated by the strong and competent athletes around me. I struggled to come close to a Turkish Getup and awkwardly maneuvered weights from one side of the room to the other. It was a small victory for me if I could put the equipment away without hurting myself or an innocent bystander. There was a brand new language to learn and techniques that are completely foreign to the world of running. Tonia was patient with me and the other athletes were supportive and encouraging, lifting me up (sometimes literally!) when I stumbled.
Since that first day, I am proud to say that I have grown a tremendous amount as a Terrain athlete. During the last seven years, I have developed a deep respect and appreciation for strength training. Tonia and her team teach me something new every day, and I am inspired by every individual who trains with me. I have become more durable, both physically and mentally, and continue to be humbled by the challenges presented to me. Under Tonia's tutelage, I have represented the United States on six Mountain Running teams, podiumed at International races and have won a National Trail Championship title. As Tonia always says: gym numbers don't matter; it's what you do outside the gym that counts.