Meet Taiwan Jones of Transformation Lab

Today we’d like to introduce you to Taiwan Jones. 

Hi Taiwan, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I started where I am after playing football for Michigan state and in the NFL. After playing football I was lost and had no real direction because all I wanted to do was play ball. Luckily, I friend asked me to train her because she wanted to get back into working out and I decided it would be a good idea and it’ll keep me busy and before you know it, I had a decent clientele. Once I established a clientele, I decided it was time to do my own thing and not work for anyone else’s gym when I could easily do the same thing myself. 

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It hasn’t been smooth at all if anything really bumpy. I struggled with depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and just feeling I wasn’t good enough because I wasn’t playing football anymore and I didn’t know what my real purpose was 

Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Transformation Lab?
My business is an 8400-square-foot warehouse that I turned into a private personal training gym. I am the owner and head trainer there and I specialize in more than just transforming bodies. I reach to transform minds and confidence as well because I know how it feels to be in that dark place so when people step foot in that gym, I try to make sure I give them an experience to where they want to keep coming back because it’s also good for their mental and not just physical. 

I believe what sets me apart is my humbleness, my genuine care for people and not the money, also what I was able to accomplish throughout my football career. Most people put themselves first but I’ve always been the type to put other first. 

I’m most proud brand-wise that, I created an environment that brought people from different backgrounds, ethnicities, races, religion, and political backgrounds together. Friendships were formed, connections were made, and laughs were shared. In this world, it’s a lot going on so whatever I can do change it, I will do. I am also proud of the community work as well that I have done. 

I want readers to know that our brand is different than others. I brought a gym and a vibe that you don’t normally get in a Michigan gym and when you step foot in the gym you won’t want to leave. We offer personal training, boxing, and classes as well and at a reasonable price. 

We all have a different way of looking at and defining success. How do you define success?
I define success by the impact you have on others and not just yourself. If someone can tell you, you changed their lives or you made them feel better in any way, that’s the biggest compliment to me and my success. 

Pricing:

• Classes range 20-30$
• Personal Training ranges 350$/month unlimited training
• Boxing (by the session or package) prices vary by trainer
• Drop-in training sessions 40$

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/transformationlab_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformationlabmi/

Image Credits
Jaclyn Bellestri
Ashley Leslie
Jen Younan
Chantall Asmaro
TJ Avant
Justin Mott