As a professional triathlete I never knew how important strength training was as part of my sport. Once I started working with Doug I started feeling the strongest I have ever felt. As a more seasons athlete this workout became one of my KEY workouts for the week. Doug developed a strength program that was movement specific so I could feel the benefit when driving myself swimming, biking and running. I will absolutely keep this as part of my training. I love it.

I have known Doug Fioranelli for a long time - a really long time. He is one of the most stand-up guys I know, and without a doubt one of the best trainers in the Bay Area. I was already a good competitive athlete when Doug began mentoring me back in late 2001, but he taught me how to actually train like and elite athlete. Thanks Doug!

As a firefighter and active individual I can truly say that no workout that I have ever done has allowed me to honestly improve my overall functional strength and balance as much as RISE ABOVE. Years of lying on a bench in a gym or climbing a Stairmaster have kept me in shape but I never really made any substantial gains. I feel better than I ever have and now realize that I can get a legitimate workout in a short amount of time that yields better results than anything I have ever done. Thanks Doug

I have been an athlete for most of my life and I have never seen faster overall results than I have going to RISE ABOVE. The variety of each class makes the program fun, challenging, and it keeps me coming back for more. My stamina, strength, speed and agility have improved dramatically. This is exactly the type of program I have been looking for!

I worked with Doug through the spring of 2008 with the goal of passing the minimum physical requirements for admission to the United States Military Academy. I had a tight schedule and was recovering from an injury, but by working with him, I passed the test with flying colors. I look forward to showing up to the academy and taking on a plethora of intense physical challenges.

As a working actor it is not only important to look your best but have a strong and durable body. A common misconception regarding actors is setting up a workout regime to solely target a certain "look" or "aesthetic." However, I find it extremely important to be in peak physical condition at all times. With rehearsals and performances, day after day, night after night, the stamina needed can be overwhelming. In fact, only recently have movies such as, 300, depict the rigorous training that some roles require. For that purpose, I train at RISE ABOVE. Not only do I get the "look" I am trying to achieve, but my body stays strong and durable. As I do still play sports and remain active, Doug's training caters to my already competitive nature. Moreover, I go to any audition knowing that if there are any physical requirements to land a part, I will always be more prepared than the next guy.

Xavier finished 6th out of 48 teams at Ranger challenge. On the APFT I ran a 12:46 2 mile, 75 pushups and 79 situps. When I started training with Doug I could only do 25 push-ups. Once again, thanks Doug for the training and teaching me how to work out correctly.