Am I Richard Simmons 2.0?

It finally happened. Someone looked me dead in the eye during a boot camp session and said, “You’re like Richard Simmons 2.0.”

I stopped. Looked at them. And burst out laughing.

Because honestly? I’ll take it.

The Comparison

For those who don’t remember, Richard Simmons was the curly-haired, short-shorts-wearing fitness personality who brought ridiculous amounts of energy to everything he did. He danced, he shouted, he sweated, and he genuinely cared about every single person in the room.

Now, I’m not wearing short shorts (you’re welcome). But the energy? The enthusiasm? The genuine passion for seeing people transform? Guilty as charged.

Why Energy Matters

Here’s what most people don’t understand about personal training: the workout program is maybe 40% of the equation. The other 60% is showing up and actually pushing through it.

And that’s where energy comes in.

At Dexter Tenison Fitness, you’re not going to get a trainer who stands in the corner counting reps while checking their phone. You’re going to get someone who’s in the trenches with you, bringing energy that’s contagious.

When your trainer is fired up, you get fired up. When the room has energy, you push harder. When someone believes in you louder than your doubt, you do things you didn’t think possible.

Embrace What Makes You Different

Every trainer has a style. Some are quiet and methodical. Some are drill sergeants. My style is high energy, encouraging, and yes — a little loud sometimes.

It’s not for everyone, and that’s fine. But for the people who connect with it, the results speak for themselves.

The Real Legacy of Richard Simmons

Say what you want about Richard Simmons, but that man helped millions of people get off the couch and move their bodies. He met people where they were — overweight, scared, embarrassed — and made them feel welcome.

If being compared to someone who dedicated their life to making fitness accessible and fun is the worst thing anyone says about me, I’m doing just fine.

At Dexter Tenison Fitness, we bring the energy. Every session. Every day. No apologies.

Richard Simmons 2.0? I’ll wear that badge with pride.