"I started strike last spring and really enjoyed trying
a new (to me) way to exercise. I felt like I was burning calories and getting out lots of stress! Since July I have been going
2-3 times per week. I have lost about 8 pounds without doing much to change my diet. The shape of my body has also changed.
Besides the health benefits I really look forward to strike because it is fun.The music really gets you going and Kathy is
very encouraging. It always seems she knows when I need her to shout "you can do it"!
Beth Simon
"I have been taking the STRIKE boxing class with Kathy
Henkel for over a year now, but have been working out with Kathy for over ten years. STRIKE is absolutely the
best overall workout I have ever had. It is high energy, works your entire body and let's you release lots of stress.
Kathy is a great instructor who welcomes everyone into her class and keeps you motivated and coming back. Don't
be intimidated by this class....it is a lot of hard work but you can do it. You will love the results !!"
Leslie M.
New Milford, CT
"After having two children, my body simply wasn't
what it used to be. Having always been an athlete, it was difficult for me to accept the fact that I was out of shape. I approached
Kathy about personal training because I knew she was the best. Kathy was very receptive to helping me; she immediately set
up a plan for me which included weight lifting, strike kickboxing and other cardio workouts. I fell in love with the Strike
class immediately. It made me feel strong. It changed how I viewed my body. However, it was not the classes or the personal
training that helped me as much as it was Kathy's encouragement. Absolutely Kathy is a trained professional who is knowledgeable
in what she does; but, she's more than that. Kathy believes in the people that take her classes. She encouraged me to
push when I didn't think I had anything left in me. She introduced me to classes that not only helped change my body,
but changed my spirit. When I approached Kathy about classes and training, I was expecting (and got) someone who would push
me. What I am experiencing is that and so much more. I received the gift of friendship, and in the process a healthy lifestyle
and a much healthier sense of self-esteem. There is no one better than Kathy Henkel."
Denise Trach
"I love STRIKE kickboxing - the energy in that class is amazing and I work
much harder than I would at ordinary exercise. My legs are stronger and I have much more endurance that I used
to have. When does the next session start up? :)"
Chris Smith
"WOW with Kathy is fun and keeps me committed to a regular
program. Doing weights alone at home becomes work and I find it's easy for me to make
deals with myself and put it off.
In addition, Kathy is creative and always encourages me to do just a little bit more."
Louise Meyer
"The thing that always amazes me about Kathy
is her ability to continually come up with new ways to exercise, either by dreaming up new themed classes, or by continually
finding new and different ways for us to work our bodies. They are all fun, effective and safe. In the WOW classes, Kathy
utilizes different workout equipment at each session, and we never know what section of the gym she will lead us to. We get
to try everything that is appropriate for us. Her ideas and creativity are boundless, and no two sessions are ever alike.
This prevents boredom and exercise burnout, and we are easily motivated to come back for more. That is why I have stuck with
Kathy over several years, and plan to continue to do so."
Roberta Beech
