No-Frills Training Offered at S.P.D. Factory in Canton

As you walk in to S.P.D. Factory Strength and Conditioning, there's no mistaking its purpose. In a painted and well padded but no frills industrial space, an array of specialized equipment and weights fill the area on one side of the room. On the other, there's plenty of space to move.   

Clients come to this new Canton business to work toward their fitness goals — whether it's to lose weight, build muscle, work through injury, improve their sports game or a myriad of other possibilities. 

"You know you're here to train and do nothing else," owner Rob English said. "Everyone that walks in gets that wow factor."

On June 10 English opened the business at 146 C Powder Mill Road.

S.P.D. (For squats, press and deadlift) Factory offers two programs.

Pack training involves groups of 2 to 8 clients. While there is some flexibility, it generally involves strength training on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with conditioning on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Sessions are offered on an hourly basis during operating hours, which include both morning and evening time periods during the week as well as Saturday morning hours as well. 

English also offers personalized training that take into account a person's goals, medical history and more. 

"Based on your goals, wants and needs, a program is designed for you," English said. 

English has about 9 years background in training, including stints as combat black belt martial arts instructor and combat conditioning specialist for the United States Marine Corps. The United States and Marine Corps flags hang prominently in the business. 

English said his is thrilled to have his own business and helping him is assistant coach Ryan Satterfield. 

"It's going great," English said. "I love what I do every day." 

Hours at the business are:

• Monday through Thursday 5:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.; 4 to 8 p.m. 
• Friday — 5:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.; 4 to 6 p.m. 
• Saturday — 9 to 11 a.m.