Certifications
- A.C.E. Certified since 2006
- Silver Sneakers certified since 2023
- SAIL (Stay active and independent for life) since 2023 Current
- CPR, AED and First Aid Certified
- Full Liability Insured
My Story
My name is Brian Szewczynski. I was raised in Burlington, WI by hardworking blue-collar parents. Helping my father build houses in any weather taught me resilience and accountability—if we didn’t finish, we weren’t paid. At around age 9, I found ways to work more efficiently, using leverage instead of strength to handle lumber. That’s when I became fascinated by the human body and understood it was my most valuable asset. From then on, I aimed to strengthen myself mentally and physically, challenging perceived limits.
At 11, I set out to get bigger, faster, and stronger by doing daily push-ups, pullups, and bicep curls. Though inexperienced, I enjoyed the post-workout pump and aimed to stay ahead of the competition.
At 18, I enrolled at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. This marked my initial experience with gym training. Upon entering the gym for the first time, I observed many individuals lifting heavy weights. In 1992, weightlifting routines generally focused on lifting heavy weights and spending considerable time in the gym. During this period, creatine and amino acids were also introduced to me. Many individuals involved in fitness at the time were using steroids as well. I never used them but was impressed by the massive strength gains they gained.
For years, I adhered to a consistent gym routine, frequently prioritizing heavy lifting with an emphasis on maximizing weight rather than proper form. Over the course of 18 years and through multiple relocations and changes in gym environments, this approach remained unchanged, resulting in my weight increasing from 160 lbs. to 265 lbs.
At age 36, with all the heavy lifting and over training my body started to break down. I was told that I needed a total right knee replacement, my cervical vertebrae and lower back had bulged discs, and I already had mild arthritis throughout my body. My doctor told me to stop lifting or I would become a cripple.
During a period of depression, weightlifting and exercise served as a method to clear my mind. While initially enjoyable, it eventually developed into an unhealthy obsession, with lifting practices that negatively affected my health. As a result, I adopted a different approach to exercising: listening to my body and setting aside personal ego. Each workout was structured around maintaining proper form and eliminating momentum. I allowed each muscle group to recover for a full week, kept workouts between 30 and 40 minutes, and made significant changes to my diet.
Fifteen years ago, I founded Iron Pulse to help people improve mentally and physically while avoiding injury. I documented my progress, kept up with the latest workout research, and became driven to excel in the field.
With 20 years of experience, I have provided training to individuals ranging from 7 to 93 years old. My clients have included Division 1 athletes, high school students, older adults within the Community of Aging, and individuals with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, severe obesity, anorexia, and bulimia.
Today, I continue my journey through my specially designed business, Iron Pulse. I feel stronger now at age 51 than I did at 21. I’m here to help you reach your fitness goals and to give you the key to unlock your potential and start living a better life. As always, three steps ahead.