The Power of Mind and Movement

The Power of Mind and Movement

Interview with Barbara Pezzangora, Personal Trainer and owner of Original Club

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Original Club: When Training is a Hymn to Your Uniqueness

Sidea (S): I must say that the environment you have created here at the Original Club exudes an incredible energy. It is almost like a refuge. As you walk in, you immediately feel that it is not just another gym. Let's start here: what is Original Club, how did you condense your vision into this place?

Barbara (B): Hello and thank you for the nice words! You have captured the essence perfectly. I dreamt of it as an oasis, an exclusive space where every detail invites you to focus on yourself. Original Club is a project realised with dedication and not a few sacrifices. But it is finally a reality, I thought it up mainly for sessions one-to-one or for small groups. At the heart of it all is the customised work, it is to be seen a bit like a tailor's shop dedicated to training, because I firmly believe that each one of us is a true masterpiece, and as such needs to be followed in a unique and dedicated manner. We have unique goals, limitations that are only stepping stones and aspirations that deserve to be specifically celebrated.

S: Before we get into the technical details, I have to ask you: where did this deep passion for fitness come from and, above all, how did the spark arise that made you say: "OK, I want this to become my job, my mission?"

B: Ever since I was a young girl, crossing the threshold of a gymnasium meant not just 'doing physical activity', but immersing myself in a world where discipline meets transformation. Physical training captivated me immediately, becoming my field of study and my greatest passion. Despite an early university education in the humanities that gave me the sensitivity to understand the mind, having said that, the call of the body and its mechanics was too strong. I chose to dedicate my professional life to the science of movement. My heart beats for overloads and strength training. The real training breakthrough came with the StrongFirst school, where strength is not just brute power, but a refined skill to be cultivated. I climbed every peak: I gained kettlebell, barbell and bodyweight certifications, until I reached the coveted Elite Instructor status. The idea of Original Club was not a choice, but a real calling! I had noticed something in the industry: the lack of intimate spaces, where the focus was truly on the individual, without the distractions and 'clangour' typical of large gyms. I wanted to create exactly that 'refuge' I described, where the noise of the weights merges with the rhythm of your heart and the only thing that matters is you and your path. I wanted a place where you could celebrate your uniqueness, turning training into a transformative, intimate and powerful experience.

S: At this point, I wonder what is the philosophy behind your workouts. Many people see exercise as a kind of duty or, worse, a punishment. How do you turn this perception around?

B: Force has a higher purpose. We adopt this philosophy! Without an adequate level of strength, our quality of life is bound to deteriorate. Strength training is a true anti-ageing medicine. Movement should be seen as a true blessing, not as a sterile effort to be endured! My mission is to weave it into your everyday life as a trusted ally, joyfully celebrating the body's hidden potential. Training here becomes a celebration of your uniqueness. Of course, the aesthetic aspect benefits enormously, but for us this is only a wonderful and natural reward, not the starting point. We want training to be discovery and pushing boundaries, always with a smile.

S: An exciting approach! Let's talk about tools of the trade. Such a focused environment requires top-notch equipment. I noticed that you relied on a partner of excellence.

B: Absolutely. None of this would have been possible without an extraordinary partnership with SIDEA, which is an undisputed leader in the European market for the manufacture and supply of professional fitness equipment. Their expertise was instrumental in making our ideas a reality. The company's philosophy fits perfectly with mine and with the values I learnt from StrongFirst. The guys at SIDEA followed every phase of the Original Club project with impeccable craftsmanship: from the design, with maniacal attention to even the smallest detail, to guarantee functionality and welcome, to the final realisation. One only has to think of the selection of structures such as the 9088 rack configured to maximise the space-potential ratio. Thus giving me the way to follow my clients to the best of my ability by providing them with all possible training methods to lead them by the hand on the arduous path to strength. Here we have selected with the guys at the style centre the best equipment, which combines compactness, innovation, quality and reliability. This allows us to provide intense training that is 'spartan' in manner, without sacrificing comfort and aesthetically pleasing space.

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S: Perfect, so you have the space and the top equipment. Let's get down to business: what is the specific training methodology you adopt at the Original Club?

B: At Original Club, we favour free weights and free-body training, but with an almost maniacal focus on perfect technique. We always move in maximum joint range, ensuring safety and awareness with every repetition. The aim is not only to optimise physical performance, but also well-being and the psycho-physical balance that goes far beyond mere muscular effort. This approach fits perfectly with the evolution towards hybrid training, integrating strength, mobility, proprioception and agility in a multidisciplinary flow. It is a comprehensive way to stimulate the body and, no less important, recover motor patterns that are essential for authentic well-being in everyday life.

S: Fantastic! Finally, let's close the circle on the overall experience. Intimacy is a key element, but is there also room to create a small 'community'?

B: Of course! Original Club is your space to honour yourself, it is the temple where your body and your abilities are valued and elevated. We create a community, yes, but a community that is motivated and inspired by a healthy and active lifestyle. The intimacy of the environment allows us to train with fun and serenity, knowing that the focus is all on you. Each session is a tangible step towards a better version of yourself: today you are better than yesterday and tomorrow you will be better than today.

We are waiting for you: welcome to your paradise of cast iron and strength, made real thanks to SIDEA's unrivalled expertise!

S: Thank you so much for opening the doors of your club and your vision to us. See you anon!

B: Thank you!