Nathan Feldpausch started
Williamston Strength and Conditioning in his garage in 2012 and moved to a pole barn as his membership grew. In December 2013, Feldpausch opened the doors to an even bigger space equipped to help people get and stay fit.
"I came to town as the perfect tenant," says Feldpausch of his move into what used to be a Taekwondo studio at 1053 W. Grand River Ave. in Williamston. "There was nothing but concrete walls and drywall, so it was ideal for us."
Feldpausch invested about $3,000 in equipment, including pull-up racks and squat stands. He also installed rubber flooring and laid down mats to create workout stations for members.
As a Crossfit Level 1 certified trainer, Feldpausch works with people of all abilities in setting out programs that meet individual fitness goals.
"It's all functional movement," he says. "Squats, deadlifts, push-ups, sit-ups and pull-ups—I'll program a workout and interval training that includes any combination of those exercises."
Classes run in the morning, afternoon and early evening during the week, with open gym on Saturday. A trainer facilitates the morning classes, while Emily Feldpausch, Nathan's wife, helps manage the gym.
Feldpausch's inspiration for his business came from a lifetime passion for sports as well as from a previous stint coaching football at East Lansing High School. His current classes can accommodate up to 10 people, and he hopes to add more staff and offerings as demand grows.
"We've always liked working with the community," says Feldpausch. "I'm talking with some community organizations, doing some fundraising, and getting people involved in trying to promote a healthy lifestyle."
Source: Nathan Feldpausch, Williamston Strength and Conditioning
Writer: Ann Kammerer, Development News Editor
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