Straight Edge Fitness — Local services in Virginia Beach

I started working out in a big box gym a little over a year ago, I had always been curious about working with a personal trainer to help me get the most out of my workouts and ensure proper form, but looking at the trainers at the big box gym, I was disappointed in how little most seemed to truly interact with their clients and provide encouragement.

So, 7 months ago I sought out something different, motivated by Joe’s page’s testimony and raving reviews, I began working with him. He tailors your training (and nutrition) to your particular body goals. His upbeat, positive personality makes me look forward to my workouts; he encourages and pushes me to get the absolute most out of my workouts.

He doesn’t have just a one size fits all training program, he really does an awesome job with honing in on a person’s own unique body mechanics and individual goals, he corrects my form and tells me WHY, and provides modifications to movements where I can’t reach a full range of motion.

Looking around the gym, it’s easy to see that the other trainers care just as much for their clients. Everyone is incredibly nice, the encouraging environment makes me feel welcome when I’m there and helps me come train on my non PT days.

I also enjoy having 24hr access to the gym which is really nice considering that a lot of big box gyms have limited hours during the pandemic, and my work hours can be inconsistent.

I’m incredibly happy I found Joe and the Straight Edge team, I’ve learned an invaluable amount about weight training, nutrition, and hey, myself too. I feel stronger than ever and more confident in myself. Couldn’t have got to the place I’m happy to be without Joe’s passion for...

I’ve been using this gym since October of 2020. My results in just a few short months have been nothing short of incredible. When I look in the mirror I see a completely different person. I’m in the best shape of my life, and it’s all thanks to Joe and Nikki. Not only are they excellent trainers, they are excellent human beings. Their program is a comprehensive re-building of the mind and body, encompassing not only the physical exercises, but also covering nutrition plans and the theoretical and mental aspects of fitness and well being. Joe, Nikki, and the gym as a whole are friendly, welcoming, and always ready to be of service to their clients.

I feel compelled to leave this review after seeing a recent review rating the gym one star. In order to know how completely inaccurate that rating is, you only need to see that they have 40 total reviews on google. 39 giving five stars to go alongside this single outlying one star review. That alone tells you everything you need to know. But there’s more to it than that. The person who gave this one star review is not only NOT a client of the gym, her entire review is full of fabrications and falsehoods. It is a smear job, either failing to take into account the reality of the situation, or purposefully misrepresenting the truth.

If you’re at all interested in a new way of life, becoming a healthier, better version of yourself, or simply want to lose a few pounds, there’s no better gym than Straight Edge Fitness, and no better trainers than...

I’ve been training at Straightedge fitness for over a year now and I’m in the best shape of my life. Joe is not only knowledgeable as a nutritionist and trainer he cares about each client. He and Nikki go above and beyond to help each client feel welcomed and part of the team. The gym is well equipped, clean and private. You never have to worry about overcrowding or random meatheads hogging equipment. It’s nice knowing that everyone here is trying to reach a common goal. I have trained at local “big box” gyms and I felt overwhelmed and just another number. All the members are so welcoming and encouraging. I love going to the Bootcamp’s every Saturday, it pushes me further than I ever thought I could be pushed. They have a great team of trainers who are very knowledgeable and have a successful track record. If you are on the market for a new gym or trainers Straightedge fitness is the best in Virginia...