Porrada Barbell — Local services in Virginia Beach

As someone who never lifted weights until his 30s, I needed more in-person input than simply watching YouTube clips, reading a Mark Rippetoe book, or even online coaching. Especially given I wanted to focus on compound exercises using a barbell (squat, deadlift, press, etc.). The mechanisms of these exercises look simple, but that doesn't mean they are easy. And outcomes of improper forms or mistakes can be more critical when you are no longer in your 10s and 20s.

That's how I came upon Drew at Porrada Barbell. While researching barbell courses and personal trainers in the Virginia Beach area, I found Porrada Barbell to be the best choice for what I was looking for.

After training with Drew regularly, I got answers to questions and challenges of barbell exercises I faced in the past. I had "aha" moments while lifting weights that would've taken forever if it was just by myself.

There are many insights I would've missed if I just watched YouTube videos or took a group class. Of course, this option cost more as this was 1-on-1 personal training. But that was a premium I was willing to pay to build a foundation for better fitness, especially after never lifting weights in my 10s and 20s.

Speaking of pricing, I find Porrada Barbell to be still the best option for PTs given it's an independent business with its own gym. I found Drew's pricing to be more reasonable than other PT options in the area.

So to conclude, I definitely recommend Porrada Barbell, especially if you are like me who is thinking of lifting a barbell but not sure where to start, or even worried that you're too old to start. You may just need some helpful personal touch, and are willing to pay time and effort (and...

Drew was recommended to us for my kids strength and conditioning coach. Great environment. He introduced my kids to weightlifting safely. Was so so very PLEASES and IMPRESSED with his knowledge base on the specific sports that we are involved in, especially our nutrition questions. Which is always a concern as the young athletes are still growing. He has even recognized an injury that my son had that I didn’t even realize. He worked on strengthening it to prevent further injury from now on! He is seriously top notch and pays attention to detail! Ive seen so much growth and confidence in my kids. He adapts your training to what is needed whether a young athlete or an adult looking for weight management (like me). He’s made a plan for me also to help me in my running and dancing.

Looking forward to our continued journey. So blessed to be apart of...

2 years ago I made the decision to pull myself out of whatever FUNK I was in and set a goal to do a bodybuilding competition. I was introduced to Drew through a mutual friend and we set out on my little journey to take back some control in my life. While we had zero expectations of me actually placing (literally just happy to be there 😂), I took the overall wellness title, and a couple more shows later Drew’s coaching got me into the IFBB PRO PEAGUE 😱 …all as a lifetime natural athlete!!

For whatever your goals are, Drew will customize the exact program YOU need to succeed. If you’re ready to put in the work, this is the guy who will give you experienced guidance and not some trendy TikTok workout. Do yourself a favor...