Lion's Pride Weightlifting/ Wellness — Local services in Cincinnati

Truth be told, I am a bit biased in this review, having been at Lions Pride since day 1. I met the owner, David Fairbanks through another local CrossFit gym. David’s enthusiasm and passion for helping people get stronger is immediately apparent upon meeting him. After working with David for a few months on the Olympic movements, I knew that’s where I wanted to focus my time.

When David announced that he was opening his own facility, it was a no brainer to follow him and continue working together on improving. From the humble beginnings of the wellness center, David has created something great, a community. With almost weekly improvements, Lion’s Pride continues to grow and reach out to the community. With a focus on wellness rather than niche fitness, David has opened opportunities for members to take advantage of nutrition assistance, personal training, mma, personal defense, meal prep, and more. There are plans short term and long term for improving the facility further by adding physical therapy and recovery opportunities.

I personally continue to grow by working with David and coaches Joy and Chris. Their guidance and knowledge have been vital for reaching my personal goals.

Whether you are a “seasoned” athlete, High school or collegiate athlete, or are just trying to get that beach bod, there is a program for you. The coaches are always supportive and celebrate wins with you. I’ve never felt talked down to, or made to feel inadequate. The coaches take the time to know their members and focus on achieving their goals.

I would wholeheartedly recommend stopping by the facility to check out the offerings. Stop by or schedule time to meet with David to discuss personal goals, faculty offerings, and vision for the community and future of the gym. Ask about the community vibes...

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My first visit here was for a community plant swap. After talking and mingling with the regulars, my husband and I were inspired by their energy and kindness to start lifting after our wedding. We've been training with David for almost 6 months now and are feeling fantastic!

After the first few sessions, we noticed our backs weren't hurting in the mornings anymore (even if our muscles were sore) and actually started looking forward to our morning sessions. David has helped us gain muscle, of course, but his attention to detail and focus on improving our everyday movements has made our day to day lives easier and given me the confidence and the ability to access my body's strength in any situation.

I've always wanted to incorporate consistent exercise into my life and have tried a plethora of activities hoping I'd stay interested. (Zumba, kickboxing, running, rock-climbing, lifting, aerials, etc.) Having a knowledgeable and enthusiastic coach has made a huge difference in integrating physical activity into my routine and David's passion for fitness and movement is contagious! I'm excited to continue training and achieving a life-long fitness goal; a pull-up! Let's go!!!

TLDR; Awesome place with awesome people. You will be sore, but in a good way! Updated TLDR: Been going here for over 3 years now, I feel good, have more confidence than I ever have and...

I've had the great fortune of working alongside David and the exceptional coaches at Lion's Pride Weightlifting and Wellness. They possess a wealth of knowledge in Olympic weightlifting and go above and beyond in their dedication to mobility, movement, and mental training. They take the time to assess your body's current abilities and help you establish a solid foundation from the ground up.

What sets this team apart is their emphasis on proper form and technique. They not only ensure you avoid injury but also help you move your body in a better way during your workout and everyday life. Moreover, the LPW community is incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, making it the perfect environment to learn or enhance your Olympic lifts.

If you're looking to gain a better understanding of your body and improve your movement, or alleviate some of your daily aches and pains, David is an outstanding personal trainer to contact. LPW also provides unique and specialized equipment and training methods that distinguish them from other...