Personal Training Success Stories

Caryn

From Radiation Treatments to 5Ks!

When I first started with Fitness Together, I had just finished chemo and was in the middle of radiation treatments.  I was very weak and tired, had gained 15 pounds, and just wanted to gain some strength and energy back to do everyday normal activities without getting so winded.

During the first few sessions at FT, I was very easily fatigued and needed constant breaks/rests.  My trainer was so patient with me, while also encouraging and motivating me at the same time which made me want to push myself a little harder at each session.

Eventually, the sessions became much easier and I became stronger and had more endurance and strength.  After only 7 short weeks at Fitness Together, I was able to participate in my first 5K ever!  After a few months, I had shed the 15 pounds of extra weight and was working out on my own in addition to my sessions at FT.  I actually have more energy today than I did before my diagnosis.  And I credit that all to the Fitness Together Personal Trainers.

I have told all my friends how great my experience was at Fitness Together and how they personalize your workout to your individual wants and needs.  I would also highly recommend FT to other cancer patients to either help them keep up their strength during treatments or to help gain back energy after treatments have ended.  They have had a huge positive impact on improving my health and in turn, my overall happiness as well.

Carolyn

From Skeptic to 5K Runner

I lost 50 pounds after having weight loss surgery, but then hit a plateau. I was exercising but I wasn't losing any weight. I had pretty much given up, when on a whim: I joined Fitness Together for a trial membership.

I was skeptical at first, I have belonged to plenty of gyms over the years, and I have had consultations with personal trainers before, but Fitness Together was different.  

My personal trainer taught me how to exercise correctly for the first time in my life.  I learned the importance of staying in my target heart range so that I burned stored calories.  He also motivated me to work harder than I would have ever pushed myself!  

Since joining FT, I have lost an additional 40 pounds and counting!  

Carolyn

Southborough, MA

UPDATE:  Carolyn has now lost over 50 pounds and, with her trainer by her side, made great time running her first 5K!  Way to go, Carolyn!

Jeanne

Lost Weight, Gained Confidence.

When I started working with my Fitness Together trainer I wanted to break through the plateau I had been experiencing for 3 months.  I also wanted to survive the holidays without gaining the typical 10 pounds I had in previous years and I really wanted to target my flabby stomach and arms!  I feel much better about both areas of my body thanks to the staff at Fitness Together.

I have to admit, I was pretty sore after my first few workouts... but in a good way. The staff pinpointed my weakest spots and we worked on them along with a few trouble areas I pointed out to them.  I enjoyed the time with my trainer during my workouts – I had the opportunity to talk about my nutrition, technique and weight loss gimmicks I had unsuccessfully tried in the past.  Since I’m not one for mindless chat, I enjoyed keeping the focus on information that that would help me reach my goals.  I loved the way they maintained this constant, happy demeanor even if I came in ill prepared, either mentally or physically, for my workout.  Inevitably I always left happy and feeling much better about myself.

After achieving my goals, I am now working out on my own.  I am a little scared to be without my trainer.   I know I won’t push myself out of my comfort zone like my FT trainers did for me.  I'll continue to walk my 4 miles every day and I'll incorporate as many exercise routines as possible since I'm addicted to the endorphin high!  I feel much more confident than I did before I started my program with FT. I don't have a problem lugging groceries, kids or laundry.

I've lost weight and gained muscle since I started training -. which makes rough housing with my  seven year old son fun.  I'm very happy with the confidence I have in myself.  I have plans to hike the Appalachian Trail through the Berkshires this Summer and I'm really looking forward to the challenge. I wouldn't have attempted this without my new found confidence in my body.

The staff at Fitness Together and especially the owner, Bob Savin, genuinely cares about you and your progress towards your goal.  I was thoroughly impressed that even as my membership was on the verge of expiring, the staff continued to encourage me to keep a food journal, workout at home and stay focused on my ultimate weight loss goal. Overall, Fitness Together has a great group of men and women who want nothing more than to help you succeed.

Jeanne

Southborough, MA

Mark

25 Pounds Lighter.

My weight loss journey began long before I joined Fitness Together and was, for the most part, unsuccessful. In spite of regular runs, I failed to shed weight and had all but given up.

Like many others faced with the uphill battle of losing a significant amount of weight, I believed the task to be almost impossible, mostly because I simply had no idea what to do at the gym.

Then, I joined Fitness Together and after just 24 sessions with my trainer, I am 25 pounds lighter and most of the way to my ideal weight.

Beyond the numbers on the scale, my blood pressure has dropped to healthy levels, I sleep better than I have in years, have more energy throughout the day and am much more mindful of my eating habits than ever before.

My trainer taught me to work out in a way that actually yielded results right away: with structure and a logical flow of exercises. With every workout, we pushed my limits well beyond what I had convinced myself I was capable of, without ever a single injury. I started to feel better within just a few sessions and actually began to look forward to my workouts.

My confidence has increased to the point that I no longer dread new exercises but rather embrace the challenge and I feel genuine pride and achievement every time I leave the FT studio.

My experience at Fitness Together is more than just adding an exercise regimen to my schedule: it has been a true lifestyle change, one that I was never able to achieve alone. 

Mark

Ashland, MA