Reviews for Paladino Strength

Dec 2020

Annie is fantastic. I recently had a 1-on-1 coaching session with her to work on my form for the main barbell lifts, since I've been lifting for several years but had hit a wall with my strength gains. Annie's knowledgeable (I had tons of questions), professional (her goals/skills assessment process and gym environment are well thought-out), and encouraging (inspired confidence to help me hustle out those last hard reps). All that good stuff aside, she's also just plain fun to chat with. Her guidance has helped me push on to greater gains, for sure.Whether you're brand new to barbell training or have been at it for awhile, Annie is clearly skilled at working with lifters...read full review
Dec 2019

Annie is a great coach: she challenges you to believe in yourself and go farther than you think you can, all while being incredibly supportive. She meets you where your are, and helps you achieve YOUR goals. While being systematic and super knowledgeable, shes open-minded and very approachable with any questions you may have. I am so excited with my improvements in strength and coordination, and feel it give back in all my other areas of fitness (running, booking, dance, tennis, basketball, helping a friend move...) Also, as a queer woman who is p averse to gym culture, working with Annie feels like I finally found a gym space where I can just be myself. And THAT confidence...read full review
Dec 2019

Highly recommend Annie as a strength training coach! I have completed the introductory strength training class with Paladino Strength, and am now in the intermediate level. Annie's coaching has been excellent, and the culture of her small group classes is encouraging and supportive for people of all shapes, sizes, ability levels, and strength. I've especially appreciated that the focus is always on the lift/movement -- it is so refreshing to take a fitness class without it being steeped in diet culture. Annie has helped me modify lifts as needed and offers helpful and actionable tips for improving my form and my strength. She takes time to answer any question you might...read full review

From Paladino Strength

Annie Paladino is a strength coach based in Shoreline, WA, training folks of all fitness levels using simple barbell movements. Her approach to fitness focuses on what our bodies can do, not what they look like. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a fitness newbie, Annie can teach you how to train efficiently, effectively, and confidently.