Testimonials
Real Clients. Real Success Stories.
★★★★★ Danielle Eisman
“Tara is the best! She makes our workouts fun and challenging, and she has been so helpful in helping me figure out how to get a good workout with an injured shoulder. Tara has extensive knowledge of nutrition, mobility, weight loss, and strength building. I have been amazed at how much stronger I am since I started personal training with Tara, how my stability has improved, and how I feel. She is excellent at helping me figure out how to push through the plateaus and gets me through my mini freak-outs when I feel as though I am not making progress in my fitness journey.”
★★★★★ Alana Hohwald
“I’ve been working with Tara since July, and I cannot recommend her enough! I started with her summer strength challenge and loved the results and process so much that I did not want to stop.
Tara provides a perfect balance of structure and customization. She listens to my goals, adjusts for injuries with helpful rehab exercises, and stays in touch with weekly check-ins. I receive three workouts a week complete with movements, reps, and rounds, plus helpful videos if I ever need a refresher on form. I especially love the 'finishers' she includes!
If you are looking for a trainer who provides challenging programming and genuinely cares about your progress, look no further than Tara.”
★★★★★ Kate Dimpfl
“Working with Tara is life changing! Not only is she kind and a lot of fun, she also helped me heal from an injury and connect into deep core strength. I specifically love and am grateful for her knowledge on pelvic floor and core recovery. Many trainers don’t include pelvic floor in their work, and it’s a vital piece of the puzzle!
I’ve also see the benefits of her work second hand- I’m an LMT who works with pregnant and postpartum people and have seen how her work has helped heal diastasis for many of my clients.
I can’t say enough good things about Tara! If you’re considering on working with a trainer- especially one who is experienced in women’s health and recovery- you can’t go wrong in her care.”
★★★★★ H.K.
“Training with Tara has genuinely been a game changer for me. For the first time, I’ve stayed consistent with my workouts for almost a year and I actually want to keep going. That alone shows how motivating and supportive she is.
Tara is warm, friendly, and incredibly attentive. Every session is customized, and she gives continuous feedback that keeps my form safe while still pushing me toward my limits in a healthy way. Over time, I realized my athletic ability had improved far more than I expected—not just in strength, but in functional movement and mobility, which she emphasizes just as much as lifting weights. What I value most is that she truly listens. She understands how I’m feeling, meets me where I am, and makes training feel accessible rather than intimidating.
If you’re looking for a coach who’s knowledgeable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in your progress, I couldn’t recommend Tara more. She’s helped me improve both physically and mentally, and I’m excited to continue training with her.”
★★★★★ Kim Torres
“I have been on a fitness journey for about a year and a half now…recovering from postpartum and early child craziness. The one aspect that was holding me back was the health of my pelvic floor. I worked with Tara for a month, and I truly can’t overstate the difference it’s made for me. I’m aware of which muscle groups are impacting me, as well as HOW to recruit them to support me better. I obviously still have work to do, but I feel prepared and educated to keep moving forward. Another huge benefit of working with Tara is her flexibility- she has options for in person, online…. Whatever helps you reach your goals! I completed my first month in person, and now I’m transitioning to online. There nothing to lose, and everything to gain! And Tara can help you get started!.”
★★★★★ Sabrina Karim
“After giving birth to my second child this past May, I had a 2-3 finger diastasis recti. I looked all over Ithaca for someone to work with me to repair it. Then Kate Dimpfl recommended Tara. She has been truly amazing to work with. We meet twice or three times a week and she work on restoring my core and pelvic floor. The exercise and stretching seem minimal (lots of breathing), but they are transformational. In just a few months, I’ve been able to close the gap almost completely. She knows exactly just what to work on. And I have been able to restart weight training. She even worked with my weight training coach to complement the other training. She is energetic, motivating, and has a great personality. If you are post partum and looking to restore your pelvic floor and core, there’s no one with more expertise and caring than Tara!.”