What does it take to go from a double lung transplant to racing for Team USA at the World Transplant Games?
Grit.
Trust.
Smart strength training.
We’ve had the absolute honor of coaching Sarah Housman, a cystic fibrosis warrior and double lung transplant recipient, on her journey back to health—and now, to the world stage.
This August, Sarah will compete at the 2025 World Transplant Games in Germany, representing the USA. Her story is one of resilience, recovery, and the power of movement. And yes—strength training played a massive role.
Personal Training That Meets You Where You Are
When Sarah came to us, she didn’t just want to “get back into shape”—she wanted to compete, to push herself, and to prove what her body could do post-transplant.
That’s where exercise prescription for special populations comes in.
It’s not just about lifting weights or getting lean. It’s about knowing how to support the body safely and intelligently, especially when there’s a medical history involved.
At our gym in St. Petersburg, FL, we specialize in:
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Personal training tailored to your goals and your story
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Semi-private training for accountability and support
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Online training with a real coach, not a cookie-cutter plan
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Exercise prescription for special populations—like transplant survivors, chronic illness warriors, and older adults
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And most importantly, a community that believes in you—even on the hard days
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or just looking for the next level of your fitness journey—we’re here to help you build strength and confidence.
Strength Training = More Than Muscle
For Sarah, training wasn’t just about improving her VO2 max or crushing her mile time (although she’s done that too). It was about rebuilding trust in her body. Every session was a step toward resilience.
We feel extremely proud and grateful that Sarah chose to trust us with her training. She already had the mindset of a champion—we just helped with the roadmap.
If you missed her story on Tampa Bay 28, check it out here:
📺 Watch the feature on YouTube
Want to Help Sarah Get to Germany?
Sarah is fundraising to support her trip to the World Transplant Games. If you’d like to donate or share her story, you can do that here:
👉 Support Sarah’s Journey
Your Journey Might Not Start With a Transplant…
…but everyone has their “why.”
If you’re looking for personal training in St. Pete, want to train online with real coaching, or need a program that actually understands your unique health needs—we’d love to meet you.
Click below to schedule a free intro, or just stop by the gym. Your story matters—and it deserves expert support.
Let’s train with purpose.
📍 St. Petersburg, FL | 📧 info@madepossiblept.com | 💪 Personal & Semi-Private Training Available
