Testimonials

For a whole year I trained at inside Out Fitness Concepts. Over this time period, I have been built up physically and mentally. I have been equipped with knowledge that will help me with my life, what I want to achieve and what my purpose is. At any typical gym, guys would speak about getting bigger, stronger and eating right. At IOFC, not only did we cover those things but we were also given knowledge that feeds the mind, body and spirit. I learned to believe in myself more and I also learned that it is important to do things with God instead of without. I learned all types of training methods and principles especially the importance of flexibility. ALL of my workouts were instrumental in helping me prepare for the upcoming college football season. I have also been fed the word to help strengthen my life daily and do whats right. I greatly appreciated this year at IOFC. I am very thankful that I got the opportunity to train with the staff at IOFC. Without the training I received, I feel that I would not be truly ready for the challenges that lie ahead of me. All of the very friendly, energetic and knowledgeable trainers prepared me well. I hope the best for IOFC and when its my turn, I could do my part and help others in the same way. Gilbert Cham - Collegiate Student Athlete  -  Sport: Football  -  Position: Wide Receiver

As an athlete I’ve been working out for years but could never seem to find the missing ingredient to push towards the top and away from the rest of the pack. A friend of mine told me about Inside Out Fitness Concepts (IOFC) being an ideal place if you’re an individual who wants and needs to be pushed. I soon learned that the IOFC staff is very adept at providing the proper tools and information athletes of this generation need to excel at higher levels. From the first workout (after the evaluations) I was hooked. In addition to helping me progress to new levels of playing college football with greater functional and physical athletic ability, they also helped me to become a better person through their motivational and wisdom filled modes of communication before, during or after each training session. The training regimen performed at IOFC during the off-season allowed me to make an immediate impact upon arrival at my college team conditioning camp. I look forward to training with IOFC again, next off-season to accomplish even greater goals. Darryl LaForest - Defensive Lineman, Bentley College High School: Middlesex All-League 1st selection - Shriners Game Selection-Top 100 Players

"I had been lifting weights at my local YMCA for years when a friend walked up to me and said "Don't you think it's about time you really knew what you were doing?" Then he gave me Joe Sumrell's name and number.  I hesitated for months before finally making an appointment. "That was four years ago, and I owe my friend a debt of gratitude. As a result of the expertise of Joe and the I.O.F.C. staff, my fitness level and athletic ability have reached heights I never imagined. With their guidance and support, I have completed seven sprint triathlons, two international distance triathlons, two marathons, and a half Ironman triathlon. I am currently training for my first Ironman distance triathlon this summer. It will be the greatest athletic challenge I have ever attempted, but I have no doubt with the help and support of everyone at I.O.F.C. I will succeed. Because I know that every time I cross a finish line, everyone at I.O.F.C., both staff and clients, crosses it with me. Learning what I was doing was only the beginning."   Elizabeth A. Peterson, MFA Medical Writer Custom Learning Designs, Inc.

Testimony from Renee Patterson I started working out at Inside Out Fitness about 10 years ago. I came in ready to change only my body. Joe Sumrell, my trainer, would look at me then smile. He would always mention, "Lets work on the inside". Of course at that time, I didn’t care much about the inside. I wanted to see external results immediately. The most important lesson I learned was that there was little value in focusing primarily on the external without first getting your heart and mind together. Distractions and negative thoughts easily interfere with your workouts, eating habits, and everyday life if your heart and mind isn’t in the right place. Inside Out Fitness helped me understand the value of patience.   What I love most is the closeness all the trainees and staff have with each other. The energy level is high, there’s gospel music playing and the presence of the Holy Spirit is always in the air while you get your sweat on. I can honestly say that I’m glad and very blessed to be a part of Inside Out Fitness Concepts. Since coming to I.O.F.C., Renee has competed in natural bodybuilding competitions and holds the valuable experience of dieting and contest preparation under her belt.

The first day I went to Inside Outside Fitness Concepts I knew that this place was special when I heard Holy Hip-Hop playing in the background as Joe took me through the process of understanding my body and how muscle mechanics work. Generally speaking, I thought I knew a great deal about my body and working out. We worked on my balance and I was like "WOW", I finally found the perfect place! I experienced a heightened awareness towards strength & conditioning pushing me to new levels. I have seen an increase in speed, stamina, strength and overall knowledge of my body. I’ve been encouraged to be more, give more and want more.   I.O.F.C. provides the ultimate workout experience and atmosphere for anyone searching for spiritual and physical fulfillment. The staff and people here make it a place of not only the best workouts you'll ever experience but also a place where you will discover more about your purpose and what you’re capable of accomplishing when your life reflects balance and harmony. I have been studying Martial Arts for over 23 years and have been truly blessed to work with the top Martial Arts instructors across the country including Billy Blanks of Tae-Bo fame. I’ve won multiple championships in my career and I must humbly admit I’ve never met anyone like Joe and remain thankful for what I’ve experienced at I.O.F.C. I guarantee that if you will open your mind and heart to the staff at I.O.F.C. and their concepts for just one session you’ll be blessed. There is nothing like working out and feeling the Holy Spirit's presence all around you. It's such a high that I honestly never want to leave the place!! Their unique concepts will change the way you approach working out forever. My spirit is stronger than it’s ever been. I have learned that when Christ is at the center of my life all things are possible. God is truly doing marvelous work through Joe and Inside Outside Fitness Concepts. This place has changed my life from the inside out. I have truly been blessed since becoming a part of the I.O.F.C. family. Dee-Dee Silveira-Baptista

My mother and father enrolled me in dance at the age of four years old. By the time I was nine my father introduced me to gymnastics. By age eighteen I earned several awards in dance and gymnastics. Also at the age of four is when my dad started bringing me to the gym to strength train. Yes, at the age of four I was in the gym working out. Through the years I’ve had several trainers, a personal gymnastics coach, dance instructors and the list goes on. At the time my dad recommended Joe and Inside Out Fitness Concepts I was pretty much fed up with trainers. However, my father insisted I try IOFC. Once I walked through the door I felt at ease and at home. During this season of my life I had recently become a new believer. The timing of my coming to IOFC could not have been more perfect. As I sat down to talk to Joe I couldn’t help noticing postings and imagery declaring God. Everywhere I turned there was something signifying Jesus. I knew spiritually this was definitely the place to be, but of course my mind and body tried to rebel. Upon completing my first session I eventually started training three times a week. Over time Joe and I built a spiritual father-daughter relationship. Some days we wouldn’t even train. Instead he would just encourage and provide insight to life’s circumstances and sometimes even pray. Those sessions lead me to understand the true meaning of "Strength Training". I initially came to IOFC after enduring a back injury and wrist surgery sustained from gymnastics. The doctor recommended a return to peak condition in order to achieve my previous level of competing. After months of training at IOFC I not only strengthened and healed my body but also my spirit. I’ve completed two years of training/fellowshipping with Joe and his staff and I thank God for the opportunity to build lasting trustworthy relationships. Tiffany Ballinger Collegiate Dance major and former gymnast