"Kurt takes the time up front to understand where you're starting from and where you want to go, with help defining goals and providing a robust foundation to training. Getting started with a plan on my own was overwhelming - I didn't know where to start, how to start, which movements to do, how much weight to use, how many reps to do... the list goes on. With Kurt, it was a breeze. He created tailored plans that were easy to use and understand, and created a plan that increased in difficulty specific to my abilities and goals. Even when my plans had to change (travel), he was quick to offer guidance for on-the-go workouts that allowed me to continue with my plans. This was super important and valuable."

"I've been using Northern Strength for about a year now and have seen so much growth in my strength since starting. Kurt has created a personalized plan for me based on my goals and is great at challenging me while also encouraging me. He is always willing to answer any questions I have and is always asking for feedback to make it the best possible plan for me."

"Northern Strength has been pivotal in my personal fitness journey. I have always been intimidated by the idea of working with a trainer, but Kurt has been absolutely fantastic. He provides challenging, engaging plans that create real results. Communication is always fast and clear. Northern Strength’s use of technology helps enhance the at home workout experience. If I ever have questions or am uncertain on an exercise, Kurt is always happy to assist and provide coaching."

"I have been a Northern Strength client for over one year so far and it has been amazing. Kurt is a great coach and he finds ways to encourage/motivate me to achieve all my personal training goals. I have been an athlete all my life and Kurt's workouts are by far the most challenging and the most fun. He listens to me and tailors my workouts to achieve the specific results I want - and I have seen really great results so far.

"I started training with Kurt a little over a year ago--I had never done weight training before and was a bit apprehensive about starting. Kurt made me feel very at ease with beginning the journey, and his expert guidance has had a huge impact on my general health and fitness. He has the uncanny ability to tailor the training to the individual's goals and abilities and motivates in a very positive way. 2025 was my best year (so far) on getting my strength and fitness on track, and I look forward to more progress in 2026!"

"I have been working with Kurt since April 2023. As a 40+ year old woman, I was looking to really build strength and muscle to support my health and aging, and accompany my normal cardio focused routine. From the moment I met with Kurt, he was so encouraging and ready to meet me where I was at (which was barely able to walk after lunges!) and I always felt supported and safe. I love the accountability of meeting in person or virtually and reporting progress. I love the personalization of workouts to my specific need, even modified for vacations or when I don’t have equipment handy. And routines I can fit into my busy life as a Finance professional and mom to 2 teenagers. After 6+ months working with Kurt I see a difference in my strength, real progress in my workouts, and finally a weight program that has stuck! I highly recommend Kurt and Northern Strength!!"

"After almost one year working with Kurt, I feel stronger and have more energy. Exercise has become a habit instead of a chore for me. Both my husband and I have him as our personal trainers. We both enjoy working with him."

"I’ve been working with Kurt for 8 months. He’s been great. He met me where I was at and has done a good job of adjusting and keeping it challenging and not impossible."

"If you’re looking for a knowledgeable and truly personalized personal trainer, I highly recommend Kurt. He’s an all around nice dude and I appreciate that every workout is customized to how I’m feeling that day. He’s especially great at modifying exercises around aches and pains while still keeping me progressing. What really sets him apart for me is his specialized training for women. He’s taken the initiative to educate himself about the physiological differences in how women should train compared to men, and he tailors programming accordingly. After recovering from an accident, I’ve regained my strength and my confidence training with Kurt for less than 6 months. If you’re looking for smart, customized strength training and real results, I can’t recommend Kurt enough!"

"I’m incredibly grateful for the coaching and support I’ve received from Kurt at Northern Strength. A few years ago, I started working with him to rebuild the strength and conditioning I’d lost over the past decade. From the very beginning, Kurt took the time to really understand my goals and helped me set an ambitious stretch goal: running a marathon. Over the last two years, he thoughtfully guided me from simple bodyweight exercises to Olympic-style heavy lifting, always keeping a strong focus on conditioning and long-term progress. What stands out most about Kurt is how knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging he is. Every step of the way he built clear, intentional plans and helped me execute them with confidence. Because of his coaching, support, and belief in what I could accomplish, not only did I build back strenght and endurance, I was able to run the Twin Cities Marathon in the fall of 2025. That milestone wouldn’t have been possible without Kurt’s guidance and encouragement. I’m truly thankful for everything he’s done to help me get there, and I couldn’t recommend him more highly."

"I have been working with Northern Strength for a couple years now, and Kurt has been a meaningful influence in improving my fitness. His willingness to adapt a plan to my needs, positive attitude, and use of a tracking app have been exactly what I wanted. I came to Northern Strength with no knowledge of strength training, and Kurt has been great at explaining exercises in an easy to understand way. Looking forward to more gains!"