Sweat LLC is a private personal training studio located on Main Street in Richmond’s Historic Fan District. All programs are customized to fit the individual client’s needs and goals. Whether it’s weight management, improvement in sports performance, or just overall health, Sweat has your answer. Sweat has state of the art cardio machines, a full array of free weights, and a dual cable machine, all of which allow you to do your cardio and a full-body workout in one hour. All sessions are private with no distractions, no waiting for equipment, and no crowds. With two private changing rooms and towels, Sweat has everything you need. Achieve your personal fitness goals with first-class assistance.

PERSONAL TRAINING

Sweat’s focus is on individualized training and treatment. Evan Settle opened Sweat LLC in the spring of 2005. He says, “The unavoidable truth is that there is no downside to exercise. It improves everything you do, the way you see yourself, and the way others see you. Exercise makes you an active participant in your own destiny simply by extending the functional years of your life, as well as the options you have during your life.” The other truth is, it is hard work, you will get short of breath, there will be muscle fatigue, as well as muscle failure, but unless you get to that point you will never realize the whole host of long-term benefits that you will gain from these sacrifices.

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Sweat LLC • 1519 West Main Street, Richmond, VA 23220

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TRAINER

Evan E. Settle V, owner of Sweat LLC + Certified Personal Trainer

Evan Settle, is the owner of Sweat LLC, a high-end private personal training studio located on West Main Street in a storefront built in 1880. Evan earned his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from Virginia Commonwealth University with an emphasis in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Therapy. Evan graduated on Academic Scholarship with a 3.75 G.P.A. Now that Evan is back within walking distance of the VCU campus – his roots in the Richmond area and Fan District are established.

During Evan’s ten years of experience, he has worked as a Registered Rehabilitative Therapist, Personal Trainer, Assistant Fitness Director, Fitness Director, and now the owner of this physical fitness studio. Evan has worked with clients of all ages and skill levels. Along with the specialized knowledge, Evan has gained from school; he also draws on a deep passion and belief he has for the benefits of Physical Fitness.

This passion and belief in the benefits of exercise stem from his own past experiences; in March of 1981, Evan sustained a third-degree head injury resulting from being the passenger in a car that was hit head-on by another vehicle. The accident left him in a coma for 11 days. When he awoke, he had hemiparesis, which is the paralysis of one’s body’s entire right or left side. The side of the body that is affected is entirely dependent on the side of the brain that the concussion occurred on and the severity. This also caused the speech apraxia, which is the loss of the ability to speak. He could still hear and comprehend everything said to him as well as formulate an educated response. He just couldn’t speak or make noise. In short he was trapped in his own body, he could want to yell at the top of his lungs and no one could hear. The rehabilitation from this shaped every belief and view Evan ever had or will have.

Evan could not walk, talk, move his right side at all or support his body weight after the car accident. Evan has truly been on both sides of the fence and now uses his knowledge and experience to help others attain their goals.

There is no reason not to exercise or be active every day. The benefits are endless as well as the pitfalls of not doing it. The excuse of, I don’t have time isn’t valid, the truth is, you don’t have time not to. Everyone around you will benefit, and it will improve everything you do.

TRAINER

Evan E. Settle V, owner of Sweat LLC + Certified Personal Trainer

Evan Settle, is the owner of Sweat LLC, a high-end private personal training studio located on West Main Street in a storefront built in 1880. Evan earned his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from Virginia Commonwealth University with an emphasis in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Therapy. Evan graduated on Academic Scholarship with a 3.75 G.P.A. Now that Evan is back with in walking distance of the VCU campus – his roots in the Richmond area and Fan District are established.

During Evan’s ten years of experience, he has worked as a Registered Rehabilitative Therapist, Personal Trainer, Assistant Fitness Director, Fitness Director, and now the owner of this physical fitness studio. Evan has worked with clients of all ages and skill levels. Along with the specialized knowledge, Evan has gained from school; he also draws on a deep passion and belief he has for the benefits of Physical Fitness.

This passion and belief in the benefits of exercise stem from his own past experiences; in March of 1981, Evan sustained a third-degree head injury that was the result of being the passenger in a car that was hit head on by another vehicle. The accident left him in a coma for 11 days. When he awoke, he had hemiparesis, which is the paralysis of the entire right or left side of one’s body. The side of the body that is affected is entirely dependent on the side of the brain that the concussion occurred on and the severity. This also caused the speech apraxia, which is the loss of the ability to speak. He could still hear and comprehend everything said to him as well as formulate an educated response. He just couldn’t speak or make noise. In short he was trapped in his own body, he could want to yell at the top of his lungs and no one could hear. The rehabilitation from this shaped every belief and view Evan ever had or will have.

Evan could not walk, talk, move his right side at all or support his body weight after the car accident. Evan has truly been on both sides of the fence and now uses his knowledge and experience to help others attain their goals.

There is no reason not to exercise or be active every day. The benefits are endless as well as the pitfalls of not doing it. The excuse of, I don’t have time isn’t a valid, the truth is, you don’t have time not to. Everyone around you will benefit, and it will improve everything you do.

There are 168 hours during the week, and you can carve out 3-6 hours from that per week to invest in your own life.

Evan is a great trainer! He challenges me, pushes me, motivates me and keeps me focused on my long-term goal.

TESTIMONIALS

Shortly after turning 40, I found myself in the worst shape of my life. I weighed 280, was finding it difficult to climb stairs, move around, and was in a general depression. I started walking and was able to lose 6 pounds on my own. However, I had tried to lose weight and get back to being active several times before. I knew I needed help to keep me focused and motivated. That’s when I found Sweat. I was initially drawn to Sweat after reading about Evan’s personal story. I have stayed with Sweat because Evan is a great trainer! He challenges me, pushes me, motivates me and keeps me focused on my long term goal. Since having started with them, I have lost an additional 60 pounds! I feel energized and able to live life – not just exist. I have 25 more to go before I reach my goal weight. After which, I’ll be continuing to work with Evan to learn how to maintain and set other personal goals.

J. Martin

I decided I needed personal training when I knew just going to the gym wasn’t enough. I am a 36-year-old stay at home mom, and still had post-pregnancy fat from my daughter who is now 3! Training with Evan is the toughest and best workout I have ever done in my life. He is personally committed to seeing that I reach my fitness goals. He provides guidance and encouragement that I have never received anywhere else. My overall strength and energy level has increased significantly. Evan is there to push me to my limits, and every day I see changes in my body. I have lost 11 pounds in 2 months and have gone from a size 10 to a size 6. my only regret is not doing this sooner!

A. Martin

I am a 52-year-old male and have been a client at Sweat LLC since February of 2009. There are no shortcuts! Sweat LLC unlocked the potential for me to improve my health, strength and overall appearance. I have dropped from a 36 to a 32-pant size and lost 30 lbs. Each session is fast-paced, creative and challenging. The staff motivates me to reach levels that I never thought I could attain. After being a member of three gyms with minimal and sporadic results, I have found success with Sweat! Sweat LLC has changed my life.

M. Smith