Testimonials

Liberty Barbell Gym

“I met Jona Leo 20 years ago when we worked in the same school. We quickly discovered that we both had an affinity for weightlifting (albeit his success was far more significant than mine:). When I discovered he was opening a gym, I contacted him immediately to see if my son and I could join. Jona gave us a tour, we filled out some paperwork, and here we are.

If you are looking for a gym that is clean, has exceptional equipment, and doesn’t have overcrowded facilities with people spending more time in the mirror than on the weights, Liberty Barbell is the place for you. I can’t imagine going back to a “big box” gym ever again. Shoot Jona a message!!”

David Osterquist

Liberty Barbell Gym

“I have been a competitive powerlifter for over 40 years and lifted in several “gyms” and fitness centers.

Liberty Barbell Club is not a gym or fitness center; it is a destination if you want real-time equipment and an owner who knows what you need to be successful.”

Joe Kunzman

LeoStrength Programming

Jona Leo is one of the brilliant minds in the world of strength training. Not just because he has been a multiple-time IPF World Champion but more because of what he learned on the way to becoming a World Champion. Because of his research and seeking after knowledge and his years “under” the bar, it allows him to understand what information is accurate and the best way to apply the information. Jona has developed a system of training that has made him the best, and he has used his system to help many others into more than they ever dreamed that they could be.

Bill Gillespie

LeoStrength Programming

LeoStrength has a demonstrated history of success, not only as an athlete but also as a coach. He has brought me from being a competitive local athlete to being one of the best in the world in the sport of powerlifting and traveling all over the globe to compete. Sticking to the plan and trusting the process will bring you to platforms of success never imagined prior.

Easton Schuster

LeoStrength Programming

There is quite literally nobody in powerlifting who understands programming at the level Jona does, plus he can translate that knowledge to lifters at any level. A world champion who produces world champions - hard to find better credentials than that!

Nathan Baxter

LeoStrength Programming

I have known and treated Jona Leo for over 11 years now and am very impressed with where he is at. His hard work and dedication to not only powerlifting but general fitness have come through with his success at the international level, and it speaks for itself. He is very meticulous and is constantly of learning how to get every little bit out of his training while still keeping his health and safety at a premium, and I know that he brings that to his clients as well. This is proof in the fact that as his chiropractor, I only see him occasionally for a couple of treatments to keep his body functioning optimally while he has stayed free of any injuries over the past nine years with such a demanding training schedule that an elite powerlifter requires. I have the utmost confidence in Jona’s ability to customize a program to each client’s needs and wants, and I know that anyone who trains with him will be more than satisfied with the results they can achieve with him.

Christopher W Lane, DC CCSP

TEA CHIROPRACTIC AND REHAB

Tea, SD 57064