Springfield Strength & Conditioning — Local services in Springfield

I am delighted to share my incredible experience working with my personal trainer, Derek Speck. Over the past 7 to 8 months, I have witnessed remarkable transformations in both my physical and mental well-being under their guidance. First and foremost, I must highlight their extensive knowledge in the realm of fitness. Derek possesses a deep understanding of human anatomy, exercise physiology, and nutrition. They effortlessly tailor personalized workout plans that align with my fitness goals and abilities. Their expertise extends beyond generic exercises and incorporates a variety of innovative techniques to challenge and engage me during every session. What truly sets Derek apart is their ability to motivate and inspire. They have an uncanny knack for understanding my strengths and weaknesses, pushing me to reach my maximum potential. Whether it's through gentle encouragement or gentle nudges out of my comfort zone, they consistently find ways to keep me motivated and dedicated to the gym. Furthermore, the results I have achieved are a testament to their exceptional skills. Not only have I witnessed significant physical changes, such as improved strength, endurance, and overall fitness, but I have also experienced a positive shift in my mindset. Derek has helped me develop a renewed sense of self-confidence and determination that extends beyond the gym and into all areas of my life. It is evident that Derek is passionate about their work and genuinely cares about their clients' well-being. They go above and beyond to ensure that every session is productive, enjoyable, and tailored to my specific needs. Their dedication, knowledge, and commitment to my success have been pivotal in my fitness journey. I highly recommend Derek to anyone seeking a personal trainer who not only possesses an unparalleled depth of knowledge but also provides the support and motivation needed to achieve outstanding results. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work with such an exceptional...

I want to share a few things about my experience with Springfield Strength and Conditioning (SSC) and specifically working with Derek Speck as personal trainer. I reached out to SSC in November of 2024 seeking 1:1 personal training. I had suffered a knee injury and was undergoing surgery in December. I am a football official and knew I needed to work with a professional after the knee injury and subsequent surgery to rebuild the strength in that leg as quickly as possible so I did not miss any of the following season.

They were quick to respond and I set up an appointment with Derek. He took the time to answer my questions and understand my knee injury and what all my surgery entailed. He reviewed information from my surgeon as well as read information on my injury on his own. He put together a plan that allowed me to begin working out regularly with no impact to the knee. As we progressed, he altered the workouts to increase the use of the muscles in the leg and range of motion in my knee.

Derek was easy to work with, knowledgeable, and there were days where I needed to move our appointment and he was always willing to find another date/time that worked. Within three months of my surgery, working with Derek, my knee was back to a very good place. I still have a lot of work to do to get to where I want to be and I am confident that I will be successful in being ready to officiate the next football season.

Another point of interest I would like to share is SSC is a great atmosphere for people who want to workout. You will recognize faces every time you go and everyone is focused on their workout. Anyone considering joining a gym for the first time or looking to make a change should take a...

At the beginning of December 2024, I went to SSC with a specific goal in mind. I wanted them to train me up so I could complete a Hyrox Race on February 2nd. Now you're probably thinking, what's the big deal. Well, that's a pretty tall order considering I'm 58 years old and weigh 245 pounds. Although I was not completely heading into this race from the couch, I was in no shape to complete a Hyrox. Enter my SSC trainer, Troy. On my first day of training, Troy ran me through a battery of tests to determine my current ability. I remember one of the test was doing a knee touch lunge. I had difficulty doing one. Hmmmmm, that's concerning because in a Hyrox Race, doing 100-meters of knee touch lunges is just one of the EIGHT movements you do to finish the race. Oh yeah, and when you do the knee touch lunge, you do so with a 45-pound sand bag on your shoulders. I'm positive Troy knew quickly he had a heavy lift on his hands. Regardless, at the end of the first workout Troy confidently said, "I'll get you in shape to get across the finish line. 100%." Fast forward 7 weeks and Troy lived up to his word. I completed the Las Vegas Hyrox in 2 hours and 3 minutes.

If you're looking for a great place to workout that is managed by professional of the highest level then SSC is the...