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Meetal Shahvia Google

4 months ago

Kleanza is an outstanding trainer with a deep understanding of movement, strength, and body mechanics. She takes the time to tailor the workout to how your body functions, which makes every workout both effective and sustainable. Her approach is thoughtful, motivating, and backed by real expertise. I’ve gained noticeable improvements in strength, mobility, and confidence since working with her. I can’t recommend Kleanza enough to anyone looking for smart, personalized training.

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Krystal Glennvia Google

4 months ago

My first session at The Movement Lab was on December 31, 2024, and I’ll never forget it. I had never done strength training before, and honestly, I was super nervous. I’d heard stories from friends at other gyms who were injured working with personal trainers, so I had a lot of hesitation going in. Then I met trainer Kleanza, and every single fear I had disappeared. She is absolutely phenomenal! Her workouts are intentional, challenging, progressive in intensity, and always tailored to my body and skill level. What really stands out is her deep knowledge of body mechanics and form, her genuine care for my well-being, and her incredible ability to push me safely beyond my comfort zone. On top of all that, Kleanza is super kind and has the most wonderful personality—she brings so much positive energy to every session that I actually look forward to working out! Since training with her, I sleep better, feel stronger, and am amazed at how far I’ve come—I can now do push-ups, squats, and planks with more confidence! If you’ve ever been nervous to start strength training, I can’t recommend Kleanza at The Movement Lab enough. She’s the real deal—kind, knowledgeable, and truly one of a kind!

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Kirsten Bachmannvia Google

4 months ago

A safe, intelligent, and personalized progression toward strength and greater well-being. That's how I'd describe my experience with Jake at The Movement Lab. I'm coming up on my one year anniversary and I'm so happy to be stronger and more stable and capable than when I started. Arriving with my particular array of weaknesses and injuries, I was in pain and felt vulnerable and defeated. Jake listened and observed and got me breathing more effectively and moving more efficiently. I always look forward to my workouts! They are the perfect balance of perficiency and challange that keeps me moving forward toward less discomfort and more strength and vitality! Thank you, Jake!

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Jenny Blackvia Google

4 months ago

Working out at the Movement Lab was a transformative experience for me. Their consistent focus on proper form and steady progress led me to doing things I never imagined I could do. Alex is *extremely* knowledgeable, patient, generous, and easygoing in his approach to progress without injury. He works with clients of all ages and abilities and is equally knowledgeable in how to get the best results. As a menopausal woman, strength training has become central to my health and wellbeing and I have Alex to thank. I worked with Alex twice a week for two and a half years and would still be there if I hadn’t moved out of state. He even helped me find a StrongFirst certified trainer in my new city to continue my progress. My new trainer compliments my attention to proper form and my mindset and I gotta hand it to Alex for really teaching me so so much. I simply can’t say enough good things about Movement Lab and Alex. Changed my life! There’s no one better in Raleigh! 🙌

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Alicia Gromickovia Google

5 months ago

Life-Changing Experience at The Movement Lab I’ve struggled with chronic back pain for over eight years—to the point where basic self-care, household chores, and even walking became difficult. I tried everything from rest and physical therapy to acupuncture, PRP, and chiropractics, but nothing worked. Eventually, I was told surgery was my only option (which I refused). Six months ago, I started working with Alex at The Movement Lab to explore whether PRI (Postural Restoration Institute) techniques could help. From day one, Alex took a whole-body approach rather than just focusing on my back. He explained that pain can sometimes originate from other parts of the body and worked with me to restore balance and proper movement patterns. After the first session or so, I experienced pain-free movement for the first time in years—something no other treatment had accomplished. Now, six months later, I’m doing pull-ups, one-arm push-ups, sled pushes, deadlifts, and Turkish get-ups—all completely pain-free. Alex is not only knowledgeable but also deeply invested in his clients’ progress. His approach has given me my life back. If you’ve tried everything else and still live with pain, The Movement Lab is where you’ll finally find hope and healing.