Jack H. Webb
President and CEO
Alliance Bank, N.A.

I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for the great job that Jeremy is doing with my fitness program. I am confident that over the past several months that under his watchful eye and encouragement, that I have continued to regain a level of fitness that had eroded over the years. Although he has introduced several activities that are not "my favorites", I can not argue with the results.

As I have for the past two and one years, I continue to promote Personal Fitness as an excellent option to individuals that are interested in getting back into shape.

Please recognize Jeremy on my behalf. (perhaps he will go bit easier on me at my next workout)

Regards, Jack

Kristen Rickert

The personal training I have received allowed for me to have movement and strength in my arms & legs, ability to balance on one foot (yes the broken one), and most of all core strength to haul myself around.

I miss the biweekly training sessions and can not wait to resume my work outs.

Thank you to Karlyn for helping me to be in shape to be able to survive this unfortunate accident more comfortably than it would have been. And thank you to you for having quality staff and a pleasant facility.

See you SOON!!!

Bonnie Waite

What a pleasure I get from sharing the experiences I have had over the last year at Personal Fitness. I joined during last year's Spring Open House. My life has changed drastically and has been deeply enriched by the time I have spent here. When I first walked in I was a scared and unsure that I would fit in and feel comfortable enough to come back. I had not walked into a co-ed gym in a very long time and my body was extremely overweight.

With the encouragement of a dear friend, I walked through the door and found a place I now equate to Cheers (without the barstools and beer, of course). All of the staff are friendly and truly concerned with my well being. It is not just the staff that makes the place feel like Cheers. The other members are as friendly and supportive as the staff.

I was extremely fortunate to have my first assessment scheduled with Patrick. I was so nervous, I almost called to cancel the appointment. I nervously made jokes with Patrick as I went through the exercises. I was very unfit at the time. Patrick put me at ease immediately.

I started with a general membership and then felt so comfortable I signed up for personal fitness sessions with Patrick. Through my weight training sessions with Patrick, the sound nutritional guidance he has provided and his constant encouragement for me to do as much cardio as I possibly can, I have lost nearly 50 pounds. More importantly, I now know that I will reach my fitness goals as long as I continue to come and spend time at Personal Fitness.

I am truly grateful to everyone who has given me such positive experiences at Personal Fitness. My initial fears were overcome very quickly, which has allowed me to continue to come in and workout, which in turn has allowed me to become a healthier, happier person. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Laurie Loiacono
Director of Office Services
Bond, Schoeneck & King

When I initially began exercising, I had all I could do to survive 20 minutes on the treadmill. After my first personal training session, I could barely walk down the stairs to the locker room. But I stuck with it, going to the gym five days a week and during the summer I logged over 300 miles on my rollerblades. I never imagined I would be addicted to exercise! Now I don't feel right if I don't get some type of exercise. I'm still at the gym almost every day at lunch time and when I can't go during lunch, I go before work. Now that the weather is no longer conducive to rollerblading, I do a spinning class twice a week in the evenings.

In addition to the exercise, I completely changed my eating habits.Using a food log for the first few months helped me focus on calorie and fat intake. Last summer I grew most of my own vegetables and stocked up on fruits every week at the Farmer's Market. It's all about portion control for me and I keep 100-calorie snacks everywhere - in my office, briefcase, purse, gym bag and car. I'm even cooking healthy meals these days and have eliminated all of those processed foods I used to crave. I've now lost 40 pounds and feel great!

Personal Fitness offers me the convenience of being able to fit my exercise into my day. Adam kept me focused on eating properly as well as the importance of strength training in addition to cardio. In the past I only focused on calories and didn't really include exercise as part of my weight loss program. Now I can tackle most any cardio machine and I pride myself on being able to do 20 knee raises with ease! This has been a complete lifestyle change for me and Personal Fitness is helping me achieve my goals.

Last year, in a moment of weakness at a family holiday gathering, I made the commitment to compete in a Quadrathlon – a competition comprising swimming, cycling, rowing and running – in the following July. (I had competed in it a few years previous as the swimmer on a team of four, but after the event, I was very disheartened by my performance and lack of stamina.) And here I was, age 58, out of shape and taking on a challenge for which I was quite unprepared. I couldn’t back out; my family was counting on me. My honor was at stake. Where to turn?

I knew several members of the firm at which I work were members of Personal Fitness. I quizzed them about the staff, the facilities, and their general satisfaction. All the feedback was very positive. So I joined right after the New Year. I had sessions with a trainer to get me started and exercising safely and appropriately. And then it was just me and a consistent weekly schedule from January until the July 4th weekend of the Quadrathlon.

The result…? I did way better than just finishing without ever walking a step, much less quitting. I turned in the second best solo time in my class and had the satisfaction of not only beating a few lean twenty-somethings, but a few TEAMS of lean twenty-somethings.

To say the least, I was happy, relieved and more than a little grateful for having Personal Fitness in my corner. So what’s my first New Year’s Resolution for 2007? Renew my membership at Personal Fitness.

Lauren Melnikow
Community Meditation Teacher/Membership Chairman for Zen Center of Syracuse/Music Educator

Eric Brown
Financial Advisor - Morgan Stanley

Recently I had two personal training sessions with Jason. The first consisted of a complete body analysis including body fat test, flexibility, weight, etc. The second session was a difficult strength training session that was dramatically different from my normal routine. I was so impressed with the experience that I now have Jason helping me with my diet, monitoring my progress and training me at least once a month where he changes my routine. I would recommend that all general members, regardless of experience, enlist the guidance of a personal trainer to help reach your fitness goals.

Billy Buchanan

Hi Randy,

Thanks for noticing my results from training w/ Patrick,and encouraging me to add my testimonial.

I think it's quite fitting you asked for my story, because the reason I learned of, and became a member of PFP, is through the testimonials from some of your other members.

I was encouraged to attend one of your member appreciation nights. My friends Maryanne Doherty, Terri Bright, and Mary Radford had mentioned how much they enjoyed the club. I joined in April and have been enjoying what is offered ever since. I train w/ Patrick, who is amazing. I like what he has mapped out for me, and his knowledge and professionalism is never ending.

I enjoy the cleanliness, convenient location, friendly and professional staff, and obviously the results. It's a great facility with some really great people using the facility as well as working there.
I look forward to a long future as a client.

All the best to you,

Jim Winterton

Six months ago when I timidly came by in response to your Fall membership drive, I had no idea how far I would come in such a short amount of time. I had been attending Weight Watchers for 4 months and was responding to my own challenge that after I lost the first 20 lbs., I would do what I had never done before.....exercise. I have arthritis in both knees and have had multiple surgeries over the past 40 years. I also have a metal plate and 9 screws in my ankle from a bad break many years ago. I was also struggling with tendonitis in my shoulder. I was mostly afraid of further hurting my body by doing something as new as working out! Your warm welcome and gracious tour of the facility encouraged me to try your offer of a free week. You gave me a set, written workout and left me alone for that first week....no pressure. I was impressed with the friendliness of the staff and the"un-crowdedness" of the gym allowed me to try things out without having to deal with being overly self-consciousness. After that first week, I was sold. I also went to an orthopedic doctor for my shoulder who prescribed physical therapy and I went to Carey & Daley co-located with you, so I could 'kill two birds with one stone". That, too was a wonderful connection, since in addition to PT, I got some instruction as to which machines and weights in the gym would augment my PT. By working with a personal trainer, I feel confident that I will not hurt myself by doing more than I am capable of doing.So....6 months later, my shoulder is back to normal, I've lost an additional 20 lbs. and since last July I've gone from size 1X to size 8. I'm doing cardio workouts and weights and have never suffered from any significant muscle soreness, which had been a concern of mine. My knees are in better shape than I think they've ever been and I no longer struggle climbing stairs. Comparing my Personal Fitness Profile from November to May, I've reduced my abdomen circumference by 26%(!), my hip circumference by 11% and my waist circumference by 12%. I feel healthier than I think I've ever felt and I just wish I'd done this 25 years ago.! The environment of your facility remains most comfortable and welcoming. The shower and changing rooms are such that I find it very easy to work out and go directly to work. I even manage 5 - 10 minutes in the steam room most mornings! I always thought it would be exhausting to go to a gym, then to work. Not. When I get to work at 8 or 8:30, I feel just great. Now, being on the road to 60 doesn't feel as daunting as it did a few months ago!!

So ....I'm counting on you guys continuing to be your friendly and encouraging selves, since I've spent over 50 years being a slug and only 1/2 year discovering the rewards of a healthier body!! Keep after me!! And, thank you very very much, from the bottom of my heart.

Randy,
I'd like to take a moment to thank you and your incredible staff. Over the past few years, I have had a very difficult time finding time to work out due to the daily commitments of my job, running a household, and bringing my three children to all of their activities. I found that the only time I had to workout was at either 4:00 AM or 10:00 PM, and it just wasn't working. I was always against the idea of joining a gym because I felt like they were just out there to accept your money, acting like they care about your health until you join, and then forget who you are. The only ones that usually stick with it at most gyms, are the "muscle-heads" that live for weightlifting. After you suggested that I try your facility for a week, free of charge, to see if would fit into my schedule, I figured, what do I have to lose. After I tried it for that week, I saw that you are entirely different in your interests, and it shows through your staff also. I have now been a member for over a year. and have seen an incredible improvement in my body and in my well being health-wise. I really look forward to my workouts every day. Your staff should be very much commended for that. They make every single member feel welcome, and I think of all of them as great friends that I have known for a lifetime. They welcome you and are always there to help if you need anything. I am also very impressed with the clientele that you have as members. They are all professional people and get along with each other like no group that I have seen before. Lastly, I feel like I belong to an elite club at PERSONAL FITNESS, with the free personal amenities that you offer to your members, such as: workout towels, shower towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, aftershave, mouthwash, blow dryers, and so many more things that would take too long to mention. You will have me as a member for life. Thanks for getting me "Fit For Life", at PERSONAL FITNESS!

Judie Gorovitz

Linda Henley

Sincerely,
CPP

Barbara Delaney

Marisa Craybas
Associate Director - Government and Community Relations
Syracuse University

Just thought I'd drop you a quick message to say that I think PFP "rocks" and to let you know that I am really, really impressed with the professional, knowledgable, and courteous staff at PFP.

Of all the gyms that I've belonged to, not one has ever come close to providing the personal attention, clean facilities, and pleasant work out atmosphere like PFP.

So thanks for all of your attention to details that many gyms lack. Keep up the good work, and know that you have a huge fan and "pro-bono marketer" in me!

Best,
Marisa

Although I enrolled because it was the intelligent thing to do, I was NOT committed consequently I gained more weight in the beginning. I was about to quit when by circumstances undesigned by me, I met the PT of my dreams who shares the same work ethic as I do. I was skeptic at first but after a couple of weeks I could feel my body responding positively to the no-nonsense program.

My mind was immediately engaged by the first set of exercises. I was particularly intrigued at how my PT can orient my body in space so that my spine is centered and I am able to lift the weights symmetrically, and I can isolate the target muscle effectively. It was uncanny, I thought, but my interest was picqued particularly when my low back pains and plantar fasciitis disappeared. My PT is soft-spoken but I was made amenable to discipline: do 1400 calories of aerobic exercises per week (yuk!); eat 3 fruits and 3 veggies (is that daily?); Squat! (was that a shout!). I had to rearrange my Universe to carve out time to go to the gym; I had to shop for fresh produce; I had to register in another gym when I'm out-of-town in order to rack up aerobic exercise calories (no rest for the wicked!). Oh, no! This is too much work and too much time. However, I cannot argue with the definitive results. I lost 30 lbs, my metabolism is normalizing(phew!), and I feel so much better. My PT is superb at setting small, yet incrementally increasing goals that are reasonably doable at the price of buckets of sweat. But I feel inspired, like I moved mountains or scaled one, and my PT congratulates me heartily as if I did (move mountains, I mean!). I can do anything just so I can see that sweet smile of success reflected back at me...from all the other dream PTs as well!