Megan Stollmeyer

Tell us a little background about yourself! What does your life outside of the gym look like?

I’m a wife (of Rick, who also trains at Prevail!) and a Mom of two boys-3 years old and 1.5 years old. The boys keep me very very busy. Outside of that I love to spend time with friends, hike, read, and sleep. Rick and I have also started playing Pickle Ball recently!

 

What impact has training at Prevail made in your life?

Huge! After having two kids my back and my hips were in very bad shape. Just 6 months ago I wasn’t able to chase after my kids, jump, climb, bend, squat, etc. without pain. I have all sorts of diagnoses on my back and was subsequently meeting with neurosurgeons. I was seriously considering back surgery when I decided to get in touch with Peter again. I began working with Monifa and I’m now not only able to keep up with my kids, but I can run fast, jump high, and lift more weight than I ever have before! All without any pain. I couldn’t be more grateful for the simple fact that I can chase my kids around the yard, pain free, and feeling strong.

What are you most proud of achieving since training at Prevail?

It would have to be doing back squats with 115 lbs. 6 months ago I couldn’t do a body weight squat without pain!

What is your favorite exercise/movement?

Back squats and sleds make me feel so strong! However, single legged deadlifts with two kettlebells are humbling and taught me A LOT about my body and some major areas of weakness.

Do you have any words of encouragement or tips for somebody new to exercise (or restarting)?

It didn’t take much for me to begin feeling better! The right movements with the right guidance can go a long way.

Do you have any additional comments?

Monifa is so knowledgeable, encouraging, adaptable, and fun! I can’t thank her enough for her dedication to my program and for opening up a whole world of possibilities with how I move.