Sarah Al-Hussein

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

I’m a Product Developer at Deckers so I currently work from home. Outside of work I like going to the gym, playing with my two cats, exploring Santa Barbara and going to concerts.

What impact has training at Prevail made in your life?

I can’t say enough how much training at Prevail has changed my life. When I first hobbled into the gym I was dealing with extensive back issues that made it hard to walk and do everyday movements that I previously took for granted. I felt defeated and my self esteem was shot. After being at Prevail for over two years I am now able to walk without issue and feel so strong. I have had so many wins throughout these two years but the one that means the most to me is being able to keep up with my friends and family.

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

Honestly, being able to move freely and be active without needing to sit down. Also recently I’ve been able to see my quad muscle above my knee and that’s been super exciting!

What is your favorite exercise/movement?

I’ve been loving doing deadlifts with the trap bar, it makes me feel so strong even though I’m still working on mastering it.

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

This was me when I started at Prevail, I was intimidated by going to the gym and my ability to workout. My advice is to join Prevail, the sense of community and support is amazing here. I love all of the trainers and everyone I have met at the gym during my workouts, it’s like a family and all those fears of the gym have just vanished. They also do such a great job training you in a manageable way, they meet you where you are at and help you get stronger in a way that is best for each individual person. At times when I would consider myself to have failed being able to do something my trainer Alexis has encouraged me and adjusted the exercise to make it possible.

Any additional comments you would like to share?

Just that I am forever grateful for my Prevail family, I am so fortunate to have found them. Prevail is so much more than just a gym.