Sam Berg

Delano Snap Fitness Manager

Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Kettlebell Instructor, Sport Yoga Instructor, and Fitness Nutrition Coach.

Some may think by looking at me that I could not possibly understand their weight problems. I have struggled with weight issues and body image since childhood.  I wanted so badly to be thin. I tried every diet imaginable and all kinds of supplements, most that were not good for your body. I was so consumed by being thin that in my teenage years I was hospitalized for anorexia. I had starved myself for fourteen weeks thinking I could obtain the perfect weight. No matter how much I lost, it was never enough. I had no muscle tone, was extremely weak, and still did not feel good about myself. In treatment I learned about balancing cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, proper nutrition, and core supplements.

Even though I learned what I should be doing to maintain a healthy lifestyle, it was hard for me to fully dedicate myself to change, and I did not have the guidence I needed, once I finished treatment. 

Working at Delano Snap Fitness is not my first career. I was formerly a police officer for 14 years, with various agencies and assignments. As a use of force and firearms instructor I got in better shape. Approximately five years ago when I started training for a K-9 position I started running.  I had never run before and it was the last form of exercise I would choose for cardiovascular training. I got hooked on running by the third week of training.

I have been running ever since. I currently run between five and fiveteen miles, six days a week. Approximately six months ago I began the switch over to barefoot running, for the benefit of less stress on my body and joints. I balance running with resistance training three days a week, and yoga practice to keep my core strong. Three years ago I took all the nutrition and supplement knowledge I had gained over the years and put it to the test. I started eating every three hours combining a balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. My weight problems went away and I didn't have to worry any longer about gaining weight.

This is when I started thinking about a career in the fitness industry. I thought it would be a great opportunity to take my fitness passion and energy, and share my experience with others that are struggling. I want others to find the freedom and hapiness I have found, by learning what the body needs. I want everyone to suceed and that comes through cardiovascular training, resistance training, proper nutrition, core supplements, and guidance. I have surpassed my fitness goals through the Advocare line of supplements that we carry at Delano Snap Fitness. Since I started taking the products I have lost an additional 7% body fat and have more energy than I thought imaginable. The supplements are great because I know they are 100% safe and natural. Many Olympians use this line and are endorsers without getting paid, that speaks volumes to me. I use Advocares MNS Max 3(core supplements-focus on weight management), Catalyst(shrink wrap in a bottle), Thermoplus(increase metabolism & energy), Leptilean(long lasting feeling of satiation), FiberPlus(since I limit my carbohydrates), and Spark(for energy and mental focus). 

I love working at Delano Snap Fitness. The owners are truely one of a kind genuine caring people, and the members here are fantastic! They are so friendly, focused on improving their quality of life, and living a healthy lifestyle. We have everything available at this facility to reach your goals; group fitness classes, personal training, complimentary assessments, top of the line cardiovascular and circuit equipment, free weights, and Advocare Supplements. I encourage you to come to the Delano Snap Fitness so I can make your dreams, reality.  

You are the architect of your life and you create your destiny.

I can assist you along your journey, to make certain, that you reach your goals. 

Dana Hausladen

Dana came to Snap Fitness in April 2011 seeking to get into better shape. She trained with Snap's Personal Trainer, Sam, and through progress was motivated to start running. Dana is on the right running Long Lakes Twilight 5K on June 24,2011. Dana is excited about her increased fitness and energy level, and feels inspired to go farther through the progress she has made. Physical fitness has changed her outlook on life and she is more positive and happy.

Donna Gedney