Matt and Kevin

Happy Father's Day!  Since today we are honoring all the dads out there, I thought it would be a great time to introduce this dad...

Matt Green is a family man.  He's a service manager at Century Link, father of 2 boys, husband to Maria, who cares for young children during the day, and he moonlights as a football referee.  Matt joined Octane Training one year ago to stay in shape for his demanding job as a ref.  Matt's son Kevin (who attends Sterlington High School) started joining him in class this year to prepare himself for football, and Kevin also attended the Youth Prehab And Conditioning class at Octane recently.  The entire Green family are some of the nicest, most giving group of folks I know, and Matt and Kevin always bring their friendly attitudes with them to class.  They're not only constantly pushing themselves to improve, but are always encouraging of everyone else in class, as well.  If you attend the 4:15 or 5:30pm classes at Octane, you'll probably have the privilege of training alongside these guys!

When asked about his reasons for attending Octane, with so many other fitness facilities around, Matt says:

“I train because I want to feel and look better and be a better role model for my family. Personally knowing Shannon and her family, I know her passion for fitness and conditioning and it carries over to her students. Having friends who have trained with her gives her enormous credibility in the community.

One big thing that keeps me coming back is the Octane family. Through their encouragement and fellowship it really is an awesome place to be.”

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About the benefits he's seen since training with Octane, Matt had this to say:

“I can really tell my endurance and cardio are better. When I first started I couldn’t finish a class. Now there are times when I’ve been the first to finish.
Also, I could never run very far before without stopping. Now I can run at least 800m without stopping, finish a work capacity cycle and run another 800m without stopping.

During the recent flooding we had in our neighborhood it was very noticeable what a difference Octane Training had made. There would have been no way for me to have helped distribute sand bags and walk 100’s of yards in waders for hours without the conditioning Octane had provided.”

Keep up the great work, Matt and Kevin!  Thanks for being a part of the Octane crew!

Amy

If you have ever attended a 5am Octane class, you've most likely had the pleasure of training with Amy.  She is so consistent with the training program and following the nutrition habits that she's learned, and the outcome speaks for itself.  At 50 years old, she is stronger, more agile, and in better cardiovascular shape than many 20 year olds I know!  She's also been known to text other Octane members to make sure they're awake and heading to class... she keeps us all accountable and is supportive and encouraging of everyone.  She has even saved class when my alarm didn't go off (whoops), by opening the gym and leading the workout!  Thanks for  all that you do, Amy!    

I am 50 years old and employed by the Federal Courts.  I have been a member at Octane for about 3 1/2 years.  I have belonged to a gym since I was 20 years old, always seeking out group exercise to keep me motivated. 

When I joined Octane, I was looking for something close to my house, as I was tired of packing a workout bag every day.  What I found was more than group exercise; it was a group of people who care for and support each other.  So much so, that Shannon sometimes has a hard time explaining the workouts over our “supporting” each other. 

Our classes are more like “group” personal training sessions.  Shannon is always instructing, encouraging and aware of our every move.  (Especially when we try to cheat on burpees.)  She is willing to discuss any nutrition or exercise question we have, day or night.  She is knowledgeable but not judgmental.  She treats us better than family. 

Even coming from a steady workout regime, I feel I am stronger than when I began with Octane.  The entire program is just different from anything I’ve ever tried. 

If you haven’t tried Octane, you are missing something special. - Amy

Logan and Emily

Meet Logan and Emily Roberson

Emily and her husband Logan have been at Octane since May of 2015.  You will usually find them in the 5:30pm classes on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.  Here's what they have to say about their experience with us so far!

"Since I started working out at Octane, my energy levels are much higher, I'm stronger, 12 pounds lighter, and am happier both mentally and physically.  Shannon and the people I workout with hold me accountable, push me past what I think are my limits, and constantly encourage me.  I love that the gym is a small, intimate place where everyone knows each other.  Before starting Octane, I was hesitant of going to large gyms where I would be holding myself accountable.  Working out with a coach who shows me the proper techniques, gives excellent advice and constantly encourages throughout the workouts sets Octane at a higher level." -Emily

"There is no doubt that my overall health is better, and I'm in the best shape I have been in since high school.  Octane has been great for me.  I have never enjoyed working out before.  Any time I ever went to a gym in the past, I would get frustrated because I didn't really know what I needed to do to get in the shape I wanted to be in.  At Octane, Shannon does a great job teaching and explaining what needs to be done.  I now have a group of people that hold me accountable.  Shannon and her husband, Jamie, do a great job of making sure everyone feels welcomed and part of the group.  My wife and I have enjoyed it and look forward to what is to come at Octane!" -Logan