Personal Trainer
CROSS DOROCICZ

“If you had told me 7 months ago that I would be where I am today, not only maintaining but thriving in my fitness journey, I never would have believed you. But that's where I was then, consumed by fear of starting. Fear that told me I couldn't do it. Fear that told me I wasn't capable of success. Fear convinced me my health limitations wouldn't allow progress. I couldn't have been more wrong, and I have Cross to thank for showing me that. In January 2019, the year was not getting off to the best start. So, I decided to make a change. I booked my first fitness consultation and tried to put into words what had been stopping me all these years from doing something I KNEW could help me. I was born with a birth defect that caused development issues in my brain, and I had a life-saving implant installed at just 5-days-old. Since then, I have had several major surgeries related to my implant, including more than 20 brain surgeries. This has caused a lifetime of chronic pain and a fear of head injury. I spent my life trying to avoid any activity that I THOUGHT would make things worse. When I arrived for my second fitness consultation, Cross walked in with a stack of papers relating to my condition, complete with notes she had made while studying my condition. It was at that moment ! knew I was in good hands. Cross heard what I said and took it very seriously. Since that day, she has guided me through a journey that changed my life. She has always been respectful and understanding of certain limitations that I may still have. Instead of leaving me out, she has taught me variations of exercise that keep me safe and feeling confident. She pushes me to do better and be better for myself. Since January, Cross has become more than just my trainer. She has become my friend. She has taught me the importance of not only taking care of my body, but also my mind. Every day, I am thankful that I took the leap and booked my first fitness consultation. My results speak for themselves. I am amazed by the progress I have made not only in my physical appearance, but also in my ability to achieve what I once thought impossible. I can't wait to see where the rest of our journey takes us!”

“I started training with Cross back in September 2018, and this was after decades of being away from any serious exercise. Without a doubt, had it not been for a trainer like Cross, I would not have kept up on my training, and ultimately changed my life & overall health. ( There really is something to be said for the saying, “Look Good Feel Good “). Her ability to read me as a person and athlete was instrumental in the 2 of us working together, and her creating several different programs ( As I progressed and further needed to be challenged) She made me look forward to each and every session we worked out together, even when I knew she was going to do her best to push me past my limits. She found a drive in me that I did not know I had when it came it came to the gym, but she was also flexible to tweak our days as my days unfolded… “ Somedays You Just Need to Slam Things as Hard & As Loud as You Can!!” Working with Cross was more than I could have expected from a Trainer; she made it personal, took my progress to heart, and challenged me at every turn. At the same time, made being at the gym with her Fun!! I respected her so much that when my son needed a trainer to work on his rehab from knee surgery and prepare for college baseball in the USA, I did not hesitate to bring him to Cross.”

“I started working out with Cross a year ago, and it has changed my life. I have two kids, a busy career, and I was recovering from a tendon injury in my ankle when I started working with Cross. I had seen a physiotherapist for two years, but was still not feeling strong in my ankle and leg. I also had a recurring shoulder issue because I have a desk job that was aggravating it. I knew I had to strengthen all the muscles in my legs and my overall body to feel strong again. She started out slow with me and went at my pace. Cross designed full-body workouts with me. We first met twice a week, and then started working out three times a week. I now work out at least four times a week, doing her booty boot camp group sessions twice a week. The other two days of the week, I go to Yoga, Tabata, Lift, and power classes. The last time I felt this fit was in my twenties when I competed in martial arts. My legs are stronger, my whole body is stronger, I can make it through a full Tabata class without any pain from my injury. I even have fun lifting weights now! Deadlifts are now my favourite! I have even returned to my yoga practice and can finally enjoy it again. Cross always reminds me how strong I really am, and she pushes me to the next level! She can make a 6am or 6pm workout fun and exciting, and she remains enthusiastic the whole time. She is truly motivational. Thank you Cross for helping me reach the next level."