FitnessinMind
Beaverton, OR, washington county
(27)
Beaverton, OR, washington county
(27)
Brysen French is head trainer and owner of FitnessinMind LLC.
Brysen offers customized fitness plans designed to help you meet your fitness goals. Whether you are an athlete trying to optimize performance, a busy working mom/dad trying to tone up and lose body fat, recovering from an injury while trying to stay fit, wanting to learn the philosophy of yoga and become more flexible, looking for nutritional guidance, or just want to be held accountable, Brysen has a plan for you!
27 customer reviews
Phil & Wendy Sandstrom
Body Balance has been home for my husband and me for the last 15 years. The staff is extremely professional and the owner Jeff is THE BEST! They always make you feel very welcome and work very closely with you to reach your goals. Great place to get healthy!!! Thank you Body Balance! More...
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Shawn Dailey
Jeff and his team are amazing! I strongly recommend them and I completely trust them to work with my family. They are great w all ages and I love that they are safe and effective at helping you reach your personal goals! Thank you Jeff and Body Balance Team! More...
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Ken Klassy
Jeff Spurgeon has been in business for 25 plus years! He provides the training that fits what you goals and needs are on a daily basis! There is no one better in the Portland Area! If you need to step up your fitness game, Jeff will help you to reach your goals! More...
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JD Taylor
Very understanding, very smart trainers. Very convenient space and location.
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Bruce Burns
I have been training with Jeff Spurgeon for over a decade. I have never had a trainer who is as knowledgeable about fitness and the body and training in general, or is as able address to my specific needs and how to improve my overall fitness.
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Strawn Dixon
Body Balance and the personal training team are awesome! I have been working with Jeff Spurgeon for over 20 years, he is motivated, patient and positive!
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Ashlee Webster
I’ve been coming to body balance for over 5 years. Everyone there is so kind and friendly. The owner, Jeff is there for encouragement and high fives daily and my trainer, Damon is there to nearly kill me :-) I love them!!!
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Gail Toien
I've been taking 3 classes per week for almost a year. I am impressed with the skill of the instructors. Even when I am the only student to come to class they hold the class for me which truly impresses me. The classes are very important to me and I'm thrilled I found Body Balance. Along with that, the entire staff is helpful and welcoming which makes it a pleasure to walk into Body Balance. More...
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cassandra givan
Jeff is an awesome motivating trainer!!!
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Debbie Sanchez
Leiza is the best trainer!
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Chelsea Lindoff
I train with my girl, Leslie, at this gym. She's a fantastic trainer, and the gym is super user friendly, and should you need assistance, there is always someone there willing to help. Not only are their free weights, machines and bosu balls, but resistance bands and kettle balls too! The owner is the nicest Gentleman you could ask for, and they are in the middle of getting some new equipment! I am so glad I switched gyms. I would definitely recommend checking them out and support a small business near the mall if you're looking for somewhere to sweat! More...
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Tim Holstein
The best of the best. You can't beat the level of knowledge and expertise you will receive from all of their staff. Most of all, they really care about your wellbeing and livelihood.
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Steve Reiff
Jeff and the entire staff at Body Balance are phenomenal. They really care about the whole person, not just the physical workout. They are extremely knowledgeable about physiology, and will work around any areas of sensitivity or injury as needed. They are experts at what they do, but more importantly, they are very nice people. I couldn't recommend them more highly. More...
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Patti irvin
I'm so lucky I get to go to Body Balance. I've been working with my trainer, Damon, for more than two years. He has worked with me to improve my posture and increase strength and balance. He has helped me to overcome an injury that is 25 years old and prevented me from living a full life. I have more energy and am stronger than I've ever been. I'm 69 years old. Jeff and Pam are friendly and welcoming. I always feel valued at Body Balance. More...
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wendy w
I’ve been working out at Body Balance for over four years. For one of my two workouts each week I train with Jeff. His attention to individual needs, as well as the knowledge and creativity he employs to serve those needs, makes the workout feel as though it were tailor-made. I appreciate how he keeps us moving throughout the training. His kindness and sense of humor, coupled with new and more challenging exercises, make it fun and interesting. More...
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Jaime Kite
Amazing! Dustin is great at helping with goals and reaching them!!!! Never had a trainer who cared so much!!!
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Curt VanderZanden
Jeff, Pam and the rest of the training staff are great! They push but not too hard. They encourage you to come but understand that life does get in the way. They don't judge...they just help! I can't give Body Balance enough stars! More...
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Jim Smith
I have been a member at Body Balance for nearly 19 years and have been involved with personal training the entire time. I mostly train exclusively with Jeff Spurgeon but have also worked out with most of the other trainers over the years. They all are professional and very experienced. It's a friendly atmosphere and I would recommend Body Balance to anyone looking to increase their fitness level. I would not be able to achieve my fitness goals without them.Jim Smith More...
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Tom Pittman
Jeff is an awesome owner and the rest of the staff is great as well. Nice small gym setup, they have everything you need and the staff is super helpful and polite. They make you feel like you're right at home. More...
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Maddox World
Great place and Jared as your trainer is awesome!
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Mike Kam
An excellent gym with a great community and knowledgeable staff. HIGHLY recommended over places like 24-hour and LA Fitness.
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Denise Kossover-Wechter
I had let myself go. Gained a lot weight, stopped exercising, started eating poorly, and injured my back. I can give you all the reasons why this happened but it doesn’t matter. What does is that I made the decision to change. I lost some weight, started to exercise and then hit a frustrating wall. The group exercise classes I was taking could not give me the attention I needed and I reinjured myself. What I was doing was not working. I was feeling discouraged, mobility challenged and old. A friend suggested I talk to Damon Schaefer at Body Balance. The idea of having a personal trainer was completely foreign to me and very very intimidating but I had nothing to lose so I made the appointment. That was 5 years ago and it has been the best gift I have ever received. Next month I will be 62 and I am stronger, fitter, happier with my body and definitely healthier than I have been since my 20’s.There are no words to adequately describe my respect and appreciation for Damon Schaefer. He has kept me going despite having a bad ankle, broken wrist, torn hamstring attachment and at times a bad attitude. Pam Criswell, my go-to trainer when Damon is away is equally wonderful. Regardless of whom you work with, the staff at Body Balance are welcoming, attentive, very knowledgeable and supportive. They promote a sense of caring and community and a healthy attitude regarding health and fitness with whoever walks through their door. Denise KW More...
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Harrison Bishop
Jeff and his team at Body Balance have always impressed me with their abilities to put together tailored plans for athletes of all-levels. Having been a former professional baseball player, I always love how he keeps my body guessing which is what you come to expect from the industry's elite trainers. Body Balance is the only place to be for anyone looking to take that next step with their fitness goals!! More...
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Eric Wishan
Love my trainer, fantastic facility, great people!
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Peggy Shultz
Training at Body Balance has been a life changing experience for my husband and me. At 64 years of age I'm stronger than I've ever been. It's helped with my energy level as well. We've trained with both Pam and Jeff, currently with Pam. She makes the workouts fun but challenging. Pam is attentive to how we're feeling and adjusts workouts as needed to address any injuries, energy, and ability. She is fun, engaging, and encouraging. I can't imagine trying to stay in shape without Pam and this supportive environment. More...
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Doug Crane
I've had back trouble over the years; but not since I started working at Body Balance. I train with Jeff; and get excellent active release therapy from Nancy. Both are the best professionals I know in their fields. They are my team that keeps me healthy and ready for physical activity like golf and splitting wood. More...
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jane runion
The trainers at Body Balance treat me as friend, not just a client. The atmosphere of the studio is relaxed and casual. The training is top notch. I have worked with three specific BB trainers over nine years. I am stronger now then I have ever been and any previous joint injuries have been corrected. My current trainer, Pam works with my erratic schedule. She always has an encouraging word and is extremely supportive of my fitness goals. I can't recommend a better studio for personal training. More...
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How do you help your clients achieve their fitness goals?
I meet them where they are, not where they want to be. I find that many people have an unhealthy emotional relationship with the gym. They may feel a level of intimidation or lack the confidence to move freely through they're exercises. Being and feeling safe is the most important emotional need that a human can feel! So, I like to find fun ways to break the ice and help my clients feel self confident and independent with their fitness experience.
Next, I will focus on the nutritional side. Not calories or numbers, but whether or not the person has a healthy emotional and physical connection with their food. I will ask whether they eat from the earth or a Laboratory. I will ask what time of day they eat, what their favorite snacks are, and their history with food.
After nutrition, I focus on the physical fitness side and develop a plan based upon the goals of the client. Whether the goal is athletic performance, flexibility, muscular growth/ endurance, losing body fat, increasing cardiovascular fitness, or they just want to have a great workout to set there day for success or, burn off the stresses of the day, I have a plan for you.
What’s the secret to getting the body of your dreams?
Having the body you want is not easy ( in the beginning). It takes self discipline, learning, and commitment. So the secret would be the mindset. Once the mindset is right, the rest is simple.
From there, we dial in the diet using natural foods, reducing processed and fast foods, and incorporating various dietary techniques such as, Intermittent fasting, Ketogenic diets, supplementation, and how/when you should eat around your workouts.
What do you love most about your job?
The feeling I get at the end of a session when a client says " that was exactly what I needed today" and walks away with a smile on their face.
The feeling I get after training a client for 3 months and seeing their growth in self confidence after losing 60lbs.
The feeling I get when I help others become the strongest versions of themselves.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I knew what my skills were and I knew I wanted to help others. I knew that fitness training was the way that I could express my skillset and help other people. But, in order for me to feel free to express my skills the best way I knew how, I knew I needed to start my own business.
Why should our clients choose you?
Because of my dynamic approach to fitness. I put myself in the trainee's shoes, I have an ability to be able to relate to my clients and make the sessions fun and yet challenging. I always meet the client where they are , and help them progress to meet they're goals. Success= the progressive realization of your goals.
If you're not working toward your goals than what are you working for???
In Home Fitness Training
I provide in home fitness training for those who would rather be in the comfort of their own home/ neighborhood. I often train clients in their living rooms, garages, calisthenics and jogging in their neighborhood, or use a nearby park. Clients who already have fitness equipment is a plus but not required.
Wrestling/ Jiu Jitsu training
I teach grappling to both children and adults at Impact Jiu Jitsu.
Yoga instruction
I teach corporate group classes, small group, and private classes.
My style is a medium paced Vinyasa flow. My class begins slow and builds to more dynamic postures. I use breathing to help relax the mind and help my clients into a calm, mindful space. All classes end with relaxing music and a long moment of silence.
