Testimonials

What the athletes/parents are saying

Testimonials

“Without TNT, I would be nowhere near as strong or as fast as I am now. These guys have helped me tremendously over the last 4 offseasons and it has been a blast. From the facility to everyone inside of it, it makes my training experience so much better and more fun.”

Jack Suwinski Pittsburgh Pirates

“TNT has been a huge influence in my development as an athlete and football player. The best thing about training at TNT is that you are surrounded by other athletes who want to compete and that is how you get better. TNT uses the best equipment I have seen in training. You can actually see your results after you train to know if you are getting faster or not. TNT is the best of the best because Tom and Brandon have been through the training process to a much higher degree than we have. Both being collegiate and pro athletes. They have all the experience and knowledge in the world in order to prepare the athletes. Tom and Brandon really care about the athletes and are two great dudes.“

Division 1 Football Player

“TNT has been one of the biggest influences in helping me grow as an athlete and football player. My favorite thing about training with Tom and Brandon and the other athletes is everyone’s mindset to get better every time you walk through the doors. Without question, TNT uses the best equipment, programming, and everything needed to maximize your potential as an athlete. I think what sets TNT apart from any training facility in the country is that Tom and Brandon care about their athletes on a personal level and just have a true love for what they do, along with the top end experience and knowledge they have from being high level athletes themselves.“

Division 1 Football Player

“Tom is unique in that there is purpose and science behind every aspect of his training programs. Every exercise you perform has been well thought out and is productive in advancing you physically. He is also very talented in working with athletes who are experiencing ailments, and presenting them with a number of options to get the same results en route of getting back to 100%. Above all he is very personable and someone you look forward to spending time with!”

Stevie Wilkerson Baltimore Orioles

“Tom is one of the best athletic performance trainers in the country. Period. Not only has he been the man in the arena at the highest level, but he also upholds his studies in the latest scientific research....with proper application for specific goals to the athlete. Tom’s combination of professional experience and people skills are very rare. Access to the type of training Tom provides is almost unheard of away from professional sports organizations. I am very grateful to have Tom as my trainer and a great friend.”

Steve Pollakov Chicago Cubs

The best decision our son made for this football career was to join TNT. The investment and knowledge TNT puts into their athletes goes beyond any gym in the area. The genuine care and motivation the staff gives to their athletes is the reason our son and teammates travel 40 minutes every day to train with Tom and his staff. At the end of his football season this year, he said, “I can’t wait to get back to TNT.”

As a WR, having skills to play at a high level is great, but TNT added confidence, strength, and speed that helped him make tough, clutch plays and take his team deep in the playoffs. We feel confident as he gets ready to play college football, that TNT has prepared him mentally and physically for the challenges ahead. Thank you for all you’ve done to make our son successful on and off the field!

Parent of Athlete

“My high school senior has been working with Tom for over 6 years (participating in 7on7 football, personal training, small group training, and the football preparation program.) Tom and his staff are incredible! They genuinely care about their athletes’ overall well-being and go above and beyond in helping each one maximize their talents. My son’s confidence and abilities have improved greatly under TNT’s guidance over the years. Tom is an expert in training and pays special attention to avoiding overuse injuries. The TNT facility has state of the art equipment and is always very clean. Tom has been one of the most influential coaches and mentors in my son’s life and our family will forever be grateful to him and his amazing staff!”

Parent of Athlete

“TNT will forever be family. I remember the first day of practice - I instantly made friends. I knew from that day that I made the right decision by joining their Academy. I looked forward to training every day with Brandon and Tom. They encouraged and pushed you to be the best version of yourself on the track and off the track. I will always remember the hugs and laughter at every practice and meet. The friends I made and the family bond we formed is like no other.”

Division 1 Female Track Athlete

“I can truly say I would not be where I am today without TNT. Through its research driven training, along with its expert guidance of not only sport but life, it has allowed me to reach all my personal goals and desires. I do not believe there are any trainers that care more about the well being and success of the individual athlete than at TNT. Being one of the longest members of TNT, I know what it can do for you and the opportunities it can create. Show up with a desire to learn and grow and the sky is the limit.”

Division 1 Football Player

“Training with just your high school or college sport isn’t enough to get the results you wish you had. TNT provides everything necessary to improve mobility, speed, and most importantly, injury prevention. I’ve been with Tom since 2013 and can say the relationship we have built has developed me into a better athlete and person. His omniscient approach to training has been unmatched in comparison to the 3 D1 FB S&C coaches I’ve had. Tom got me to where I dreamed of going and he has kept me there healthy.“

Division 1 Football Player

“Playing 7v7 with TNT provided me with excellent off-season training that improved my in-season game. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and professional. They get to know you on a personal level and work hard to help the players reach the next level.”

Division 1 Football Player

“The TNT track and field academy was an integral part of my development as a track and field athlete. The first step in improving as an athlete is surrounding yourself with the best competition, and that competition is what you get to be a part of on an everyday basis at the academy. Being coached by elite level coaches and training with countless Division I track and field athletes is the best decision that can be made for those serious about track and field.“

Division 1 Male Track Athlete

“I want to say thank you to the coaches for teaching me more than running. I am blessed and grateful to have learned a lot and had the chance to be coached by such a distinguished and inspirational staff. The coaches are passionate, encouraging, and very knowledgeable and the team environment is positive and competitive at the same time. The goal for TNT is to create an environment for learning, growing, teaching fundamentals, and advanced technique to support the future pursuit of college and beyond. Their focus on the whole picture - strength, core, health - physically and mentally took me to a whole new level.”

Division 1 Female Track Athlete

“Brandon Stryganek and the entire TNT staff have helped me go from an average high school sprinter to a division 1 athlete. Their expertise has really helped me maximize my natural abilities while increasing my explosiveness and strength. I will be forever grateful for their help and Brandon is someone I can still talk with about anything to this day.“

Division 1 Male Track Athlete

“Fantastic training for young athletes!!! My daughter has been attending speed/strength/agility private lessons at TNT for approximately 1-1/2 years. These lessons have improved her self confidence, speed, strength, and agility which is evident in all the sports she is involved in (soccer goalkeeper, tennis, softball, and basketball). Tom Nelson and Brandon are fantastic trainers, they are knowledgeable, positive, and motivating in their training. I would recommend Tom and Brandon to young athletes who want to improve their skills etc but I would also recommend to kids who want/need to improve self-confidence and want to work towards being more physically fit! Tom and Brandon will be able to help with either, they are both fantastic individuals and trainers!“

Parent of Athlete

“Great training for young athletes! Our daughter has been attending Speed/ Strength training sessions at TNT for well over two years. The classes have improved her speed and it is evident with her play on the soccer field. Tom Nelson and Brandon are both positive and motivating and individualize the sessions to each athlete within the group. TNT is accommodating for athletes of all ages regardless of skill level for all sports!”

Parent of Athlete

“TNT has a great facility, great work ethic, great trainers and it’s an amazing environment. They provide strength and conditioning to a wide variety of athletes along with dynamic technical training. As a Division I student athlete TNT has helped me reach my goals, and has helped me become a smarter and stronger competitor.”

Division 1 Female Soccer Player

“Tom has been coaching, training and mentoring my sons for 10 years. Tom was instrumental in helping my older son Will train through high school and become the player he was. My son Owen is now twenty and has been with Tom since 5th grade. He was on Tom’s first 7 on 7 team when he was 11. Fast forward to his senior year, Tom was Owen’s O.C. at Hersey. Owen continues to train with Tom when he is home from college. Lastly Tom does not just train football players, even old guys like myself can benefit from working with him. He has helped me a great deal as well. Great person, great program.”

Parent of Athlete