Melissa Short
I have had the benefit of training with Bethanee for the past five years. When I first met Bethanee, she was a new trainer at a new (to me) gym here on Bainbridge Island. She was friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable. Over the years, I’ve seen Bethanee just get stronger and stronger as a coach. She is able to adapt workouts to the needs of any individuals’ health and level of fitness and maintains an exceptionally positive attitude, always motivating her team to trust in their abilities and achieve their goals.
I’ve always appreciated how seriously Bethanee takes her responsibility as a coach and mentor. She teaches proper form, every time, even if it’s something we’ve done many times. She watches carefully and is quick to guide and assist if we are performing activities incorrectly. She takes responsibility for her clients’ safety and well-being at all times during our training.
When I found out I was pregnant, at almost 40, Bethanee worked closely with me and was so incredibly supportive. She helped with nutrition and workout modification to support the needs of my changing physique and energy levels. She even listened to me when I contacted her in emotional pregnant tears since I could no longer do jumping jacks without pain, and patiently made modification suggestions for me, while supporting me as a friend. As a postpartum mother, she has been creative, adaptive and supportive as I have worked to recover my body and maintain my health.
Last, through this crazy 2020 year, I have been amazed by the level of support and resiliency Bethanee has shown. She opened up virtual workouts to those of us in the gym and to the public, she provided meal planning tips, rented equipment and was always available as a helpful ear if and when any of us needed guidance.
I 100% recommend Bethanee Randles and Elevate Strength and Conditioning. This fitness community and this coach cannot be beat, I am extremely grateful for all of the fitness and positive energy that Bethanee has brought into my life.
