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Our Summit trainers produce results from one simple formula: One Client, One trainer, and One Goal.

There's no question you will get results. Our staff of personal trainers will create and implement an effective routine centered around four main components:
  • Resistance Training
  • Weight Training
  • Cardiovascular Routines
  • Proper Nutrition Guidelines

In designing a custom fitness program with a Summit personal trainer, you begin to understand why our clients keep at it long after others have dropped out of their gym. Our personal trainers help you teach your body to function more efficiently and effectively, while avoiding the inconvenience and distractions of a regular gym. Our goal is to turn you into your own personal trainer.

***Choose a personal trainer from the list below, and contact him/her to set up your initial visit. Pay the required fee at the front desk at the time of your visit. Membership is required for personal training sessions.***

One on One Sessions Buddy Sessions
1 - $40 1 - $50
3 - $110 3 - $141
6 - $210 6 - $276



Bill Byers / 972-603-6657
Bill has always been passionate about fitness and living a healthy lifestyle. He realized he could help others live a healthy lifestyle by becoming a personal trainer and did just that. He received his certification through the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). He can help you set realistic goals, lose weight, and transform your body and health for the better.


Charles Edwards / 254-654-3061
Charles is certified through the Physical Fitness Trainer Association (PFTA) in Round Rock, Texas. Charles has been a Certified Personal Trainer for 4 years. He was a collegiate athlete for 2 years. Charles maintained master fitness levels while serving 7 years in the military. He also works as a juvenile drill instructor. He specializes in speed and strength training, weight loss, increased mass, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and nutrition analysis. Charles enjoys training motivated and committed individuals for bodybuilding, fitness, figure, and bikini competitions. 


Linda Gist / 254-760-4909
Linda has been a personal trainer for more than 15 years. Her major interest is training seniors. People are living longer, and seniors need workouts specifically designed to suit the unique needs of the over 50's! That's where Linda comes in. Linda has over 30 years of teaching experience, she is a life long learner, earned a Master's degree in all levels of physical education, and was a Scott and White Options trainer and instructor for aerobics.


Lynda Lasen 901-355-9426
Lynda has worked full time as a personal trainer and group exercise instructor for the past 12 years. She has been involved in fitness for over 25 years. She has held certifications by the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and is currently certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Lynda is an avid golfer and began playing at the age of 10. She specializes in golf specific conditioning and is certified by the Titlist Performance Institute. She also has experience helping people with various chronic diseases such as Cancer, Diabetes, MS, and Parkinson's.


Sara Leasch / 254-718-2637
Sara is certified through the National Federation of Personal Trainers (NFPT). She has taught tap, jazz, ballet, and hip-hop dance for 15 years, and has experience in aerobics and step aerobics. Sara loves to stay healthy, and wants to help everyone else do the same!


Julia Rodriquez / 254-718-8842
Julia is certified though the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). She played collegiate soccer for 1 year, and has taught tumbling to kids ages 5-15 for 4 years. She is passionate about living a healthy lifestyle, and encouraging others to be the best they can be. She specializes in cardiovascular training, weight loss, nutrition, and prenatal fitness.




City of Temple
2 North Main Street
Temple, TX 76501
Phone: (254) 298-5561