Medalist Athlete™

William Senofsky / Former DI Soccer Athlete, Semi-pro Beach Volleyball Athlete and Coach

I played soccer through college and then went on to do CrossFit competitively and coached CrossFit. I then moved on to Beach Volleyball where I play semi-professional and coach as well. I have been involved in sports since I could walk and always had some type of ball I was bouncing off the walls. I have had two major injuries, both to the same knee that really set me back as an athlete. They both happened right as I was breaking into the top of that sport… I had given up hope of ever becoming the athlete I knew my body was capable of before surgeries. Lealem at Medalist Performance gave me that hope back. He significantly improved mobility and pain in my knee and gave me the tools to continue that improvement.

Shawn Goff / SWAT, Boxer and Former DI Track Athlete

As a boxer, runner and tactical law enforcement professional with avid resistance training regiment, my body faces a range of demands and wear and tear. Trying Medalist Performance with Lealem has been a game-changer. Tailored to address these challenges, the program doesn’t just focus on recovery; it’s about preventing injuries from the start. Lealem’s system, rooted in his athletic experiences, not only enhances my performance but also ensures I don’t keep returning for the same injuries, making a notable difference in my overall well-being.

Besides the physical benefits, Lealem’s strong mental mindset, shaped through athletics and life experiences, is evident in the program.

Robby Aldridge / MUEP, Track Athlete, and ASU Basketball Alumni

After Three Sessions working with Medalist Performance

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“Hey man I had a personal achievement today which is the fact I ran repeat 10.5 today. I ran 10.9 at the meet you came to see me…. Today (w/o start blocks) I ran 10.54, 5mins recovery then ran 10.53.

Lets go!”

Jeff Demps / Olympic Silver Medalist and Florida Gators Hall of Famer

Results of a 30-minute consultation on arm swing mechanics.

When I changed my arm swing, I ran 300m time trial in 34s flat into a headwind on the last 100m. Before I changed my arm swing, I was running time trials in 35s.

Silila Tucker / AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Athlete, Entrepreneur and Coach

My name is Silila Tucker and I am a professional beach volleyball player on the AVP tour. I started working with Lealem at Medalist Performance 2022. I originally went to him because I had a shoulder injury that had been an issue for a few years and in one session it was gone forever. I had seen many other PT and chiropractors and nobody had gotten rid of the problem for good. It always came back. After that initial experience, I knew I had to learn more about the Medalist Performance program and what it could do for me. The attention to detail and accountability that Lealem holds you to is transforming. On the Medalist Performance programming, I felt the strongest, healthiest, all around best I’ve ever felt in my life. It allowed me to take my performance on the court to another level because I had taken the off the court Responsibilities up quite a few levels from an already very disciplined place. Medalist Performance is the best program for anyone aspiring to take their performance to new heights. Thank you for everything Lealem I really appreciate you!

Kyce Darouiche / Collegiate Soccer Athlete

I worked with Medalist Performance for 12 months and am extremely satisfied with the results that I have seen. I am most impressed by the multidimensional training program that was catered to me. Being a college athlete, Medalist Performance significantly increased my speed, agility, strength, and endurance. Medalist Performance not only made me less prone to injuries but also taught me how to prevent or deal with future injuries. In addition, Medalist Performance gave me a personalized meal plan which took into account my goals, activity level, and schedule. Finally, I was also given techniques that help with visualization and mental preparation for competitions in efforts to further increase my focus on the field. This customized, multidimensional program would not have been successful without the accessibility that Medalist Performance provides. Through virtual, in person, and over-the-phone coaching, I was always able to access the resources that Medalist Performance provides whenever I truly needed it. The integrative approach that Medalist Performance provides significantly increased my performance on the field.

Brandon Smith / SWAT, Physique Athlete

Lealem has been my coach for almost a year and the level of muscular strength, size, and definition has far exceeded my expectations…which were high because I am a former trainer myself. His knowledge and experience translates directly to the results you will get if you follow the program. Everything down to the nutrition is laid out for you so the only thing that will hold you back is you. The program is customized and easily accessible through Dropbox/Excel. Any fitness goal you have in mind for yourself he can make it happen for you, you just have to put in the work. In my profession (law enforcement) being physically fit is critical to my safety and I have never felt more physically capable of handling anything. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to better themselves to go with Medalist Fitness.

Michael Otule / MBA, IFBB Pro

Meeting Lealem (founder of Medalist Fitness) has really changed my perspective on the way I workout. From my warm up, to my form, to the recovery process. I have learned that they all play a major role in any goal that I want to achieve. During my bulking season we work on different goals that I want to achieve before I begin competition season. One of those goals was to be able to do deadlifts with 500lbs for 5 reps. I started at 365lbs in January and 6 sessions later I was lifting 500lbs for 7 reps. He pushes you past the limit we set for ourselves, helping us set new goals which improves performance.

Billy “Buck” Rogers / NTOA PM, Triathlete, Retired SWAT, Former USMC

Medalist Performance does a great job. A very knowledgeable trainer with lots of practical experience to increase SWAT officer’s fitness and athleticism. I learned a lot about preventing injuries and have used this knowledge to help other officers with injury prevention on the job. Highly recommend this company!