Today we’d like to introduce you to Byron Hicks.
Byron, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
I’ve always been athletic – I actively participated in Tae Kwon Do lessons from the age of 5 to my late teens – one noted time later in my experience, I placed in the top three at IL state Tae Kwon Do sparring competition, at the age of 16. I achieved 3rd Dan black belt status in Jan 1994 at the age of 17. Shortly after reaching such rank, I was promoted to instructing adult and children’s classes weekly, at the dojo I attended, Midtown Martial Arts.
My senior year of H.S., I was voted captain of the varsity football team, I also threw shot put and discus for our HS track team.
During these times is when I my love the weight room – often I would look forward to the ‘training for’ more than the actual competition itself. It wasn’t until after H.S. that I came to realize.
Has it been a smooth road?
Early years – childhood = I had a very supportive and loving mother and father as well extensive family.
Tae Kwon Do – Master Temmermann was a key player in my development.
Auto accident- 05/2002 – shattered right femur – massive nerve damage to left arm/shoulder from whiplash. Hospitalized for a month – house bound for months after.
Arm Break – 8/2012 – Spiral fracture of the right humerus bone @ AAA (American Arm Wrestling Association) National Championships.
Recent hernia surgery – 8/2017 – repair overdue umbilical hernia & possible waistline protrusion.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with Jakked Hardcore Gym – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
We are Jakked Hardcore Gym. I think it’s safe to say: we are a bit of a ‘household name’ to most gym goers – I only make this claim because we have “hit the charts” a few times in the last few years, for top ten bodybuilding gym / Hardcore gym’s in the country – this year 2017 being one of those years.
We are the meaning of ‘GYM’ – There really is everything a person needs to reach their goals at Jakked Gym. We even have a spot out by the dumpster for those who choose to use their cell phones in place of barbells.
I personally specialize in mechanical instruction and physical execution of any lift. Jakked Gym is known for producing some of the Midwest’s top strength and physique athletes.
Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
I was born and raised in the west suburbs. Chi-Town is the greatest city in the world, Duh – LOL!
Being able to access the diverse culture and outstanding nightlife while growing up – with just a short commute or stay for the night, was a big impact on my social understanding as an adult today.
Pricing:
- $50 / month – Pay as you go
- $150 / 4 months – Buy 3 get 1 free
- Power Pass – 5 Day Pass visits – $40
- Day Pass is only $10
Contact Info:
- Address: Jakked Hardcore Gym
1450 S. East River Rd.,
Montgomery, IL, 60538
UNIT D - Website: www.jakkedgym.com
- Phone: 16309668611
- Email: jakkedgym@gmail.com
- Instagram: Jakked Gym
- Facebook: Jakked Gym
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