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FT Park Slope Testimonials

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I have been a member of FT Park Slope since May 2008. I joined FT because I needed to get bigger and stronger for my junior hockey team. When I began working out with Brian I could not do much, but he has progressed me safely and I look forward to every workout because he is always teaching me new things. Soon after we started, I noticed a major difference on and off the ice.

I have gained 12 pounds of muscle in the last 6 months and my speed and game continue to improve. FT offers me the intense personal attention I need to develop my skills and perform at higher levels on the ice. I am looking to play college hockey and FT is working its hardest to help me achieve that goal and excel passed it.

- Jesse Trap
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I can’t say enough about this gym. After 6 months of consistent training with them, I am the strongest I have ever been in my life and I can now fit back into the pair of jeans from college that I (for some reason) have saved in the back of my closet for so many years!! It’s such an amazing feeling when the pants or jeans just slide right on and fits perfectly on my new waist and slimmed down hips. Not only am I seeing great results fast but I am also having a wonderful time at each training session. The trainers are personable and funny in addition to being extremely knowledgeable and well rounded in terms of different types of exercises. They keep it fresh and lively for me by mixing in kickboxing and Pilates along with my regular strength training. I look forward to coming into the gym every day that I have an appointment.

- Kheng Chow

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"Without a doubt I feel better on so many levels as a result of the months I have been training here...."

Without a doubt I feel better on so many levels as a result of the months I have been training here. It’s not just about weight loss and losing inches – though that has been great. It is about having more energy in my everyday life and just feeling more focused. I feel stronger and less afraid to challenge myself physically. At work, I have more patience and am more productive. In addition, the nutritional guidance helped me make small changes in my eating patterns that have produced great results – and I never feel deprived of good food or left feeling hungry.

Though Lisa is my primary trainer and my biggest cheerleader, I have had the opportunity to work with Brian and Carmelle as well. Lisa consistently challenges me and has given me work out tools that I can easily use on my own on days that I don’t have training. Brian is tough but full of encouragement and Carmelle pushes me with weights and kickboxing techniques that help release excess aggression from a stressful day or week.

A final benefit of training at Fitness Together is the access to cardio equipment any day of the week. They make it fun by having a “cardio club” where you compete to get points you can apply to prizes. It is a low stress way of fitting cardio into your everyday life. On the days I don’t have training and can’t make it to the gym, I can come by and use the treadmill or bike as long as I want. And every time I come, I am greeted with a smile and encouragement.

- Kim Kelly

"Every time I come in the work outs are different and challenging..."

Dear Brian, Chris & Lisa,

I cannot thank you enough for opening Fitness Together in Park Slope. I was walking past your place when the sign first went up and I was curious what it was. Shortly after you opened in January I walked in and met Brian. He explained the concept of your gym; A place where you could work out with a trainer, one on one, in a private state of the art facility. I have been a member of New York Sports Club, World Gym, Equinox, the Y and several others and have used personal trainers in all of them. I thought I was pretty familiar with what trainers could offer. I was wrong. What you provide is very different. No cookie cutter work outs or pre programmed routines. You work with me and me only in a routine prepared for me alone. Every time I come in the work outs are different and challenging. Plus being in the privacy of my own room means I don't have to worry about no looking good, not lifting enough weight for a man my size or not looking coordinated. No one is there to see me. It is just me, one of the trainers and the mirror. I can handle that. I came in to get in shape, gain flexibility and lose weight. I have accomplished all three. I wish I could lose weight faster but that won't happen until you folks walk around and eat with me.

Of course you must have realized that I liked the program when I bought 30 sessions for my wife. While her friends told her it was a great gift I was treated to "what, you think I'm fat?" She was reluctant to even go. I convinced her to try it. I told her to work out with Brian. She went; she liked it, and has been going ever since. She does prefer working out with Lisa but that's fine it leaves Brian available for me.

You recently added new trainers and I have to tell you that they are both excellent. It's really great because now I can book a session with any one of four people, each with a slightly different style. No matter whom I get for a session I am always happy afterwards. That's saying something as I often take the 6 A.M. time slot.

Anyway, I just want to thank you for opening in my neighborhood. You have truly made a difference in the life of my wife and me.

- Mitchel Ashley

"I feel energized and have a sense of accomplishment after each session..."

As an active woman in my early seventies, I'm in pretty good shape but I wanted to gain upper body strength, improve my posture and balance, both of which are issues for older people. Joining a gym wasn't for me so when I learned about Fitness Together, I immediately checked it out. I was impressed with the friendliness of Brian, the head trainer and manager, who showed me around the facility, answered my questions and didn't pressure me to join on the spot. I decided to give it a try and joined the next day.

FT did not disappoint! After only five months of training, I not only feel stronger, I am stronger. I started training with Lisa and now train with Elvira, both of whom have helped me gain increased strength and fitness. This is not a cookie cutter operation; no short cuts are taken at FT. Each training program is tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of the client. There are a variety of challenging exercises that force you to be focused - you can never become bored. I'm also learning more about how a specific exercise works which seems to help me with my training. I feel energized and have a sense of accomplishment after each session.

What also makes Fitness Together work for me and, I'm sure for all clients, Lisa, Chris and Brian Flynn and all the trainers because they really care about you and make you feel "at home." It's a fun place to be - you also laugh a lot. I absolutely love it!

- Claudette B.

"I feel healthier and more energized now than ever before..."

I was the type of person who joins a gym, goes full force for a week or two, and then loses steam, putters out and never goes again. In fact, over the past 10 years I've probably had 4 or 5 yearly gym memberships, spent hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars but only actually worked out a handful of times. Very sad, but very true!! After the birth of my son, however, I knew I had to get SERIOUS. I am a perfect candidate for the Fitness Together program on many levels.

Ultimately, my problem was laziness and boredom and I always found an excuse to put off or avoid going to the gym. Since I signed up for a package at Fitness Together, I've done a complete 360 in terms of my attitude towards working out. With FT there is the all important accountability, not only to myself but to my trainer. There are set goals and my progress is closely monitored. The workouts are scheduled and structured but vary from session to session, so there's always something new and interesting to do. There's really no room (or reason) for excuses!

So now I work out 4 times a week and I look forward to every workout. I've been extremely happy with my progress so far, both in my body and my stamina. I feel healthier and more energized now than ever before.

FT Park slope is a well designed facility, immaculate with nice attention to detail. The Flynn's are an extremely warm bunch and I sensed right from the beginning that there is a genuine concern for each of their clients. It's kind of a "mom and pop" shop of personal training which is a nice change from the sterile and cold environment of a big gym.

- Kelley C.

"Working out one-on-one w/ a personal trainer in a private room
can't be beat..."

I've become so spoiled by this place. How am I ever going to be able to join a regular gym again? Working out one-on-one w/ a personal trainer in a private room can't be beat. And the Flynn's are great people. You'd be silly not to join.

Big thanks to FT for kicking my ass these past few months. I can actually see muscles now. I thought I had a tumor in my arm, but no, it's a bicep. My only gripe is that I wish I could take Carmelle to Seattle with me!

- Jess S.

"Less than a year later I am in the best shape I have ever
been in my life..."

I decided to begin personal training as I am simply not keen enough on exercise to do it on my own. I also still had post pregnancy fat when my "baby" was about to turn 3 and no longer had any excuses. When I first met Brian to begin fitness training he did an initial assessment where he asked me to do push-ups. I laughed as it was completely beyond my abilities to do any...

Now less than a year later I am in the best shape I have ever been in my life and my husband is delighted! I feel great and am confidently excited about the coming summer. I also really enjoy my sessions at the gym - I know that Brian is helping me overcome weak areas and my posture and general well being has improved too. I also find that having made the commitment to be there and get fit, I now look forward to the gym and in spite of having thought that I didn't have time to get to the gym regularly I can do 3 sessions a week and still get my chores done and look after my 2 children. The personal training difference is that someone is expecting me there, so I go when it suits me and it all works.

I can't recommend Fitness Together enough - it's changed how I feel and look. Truly Brilliant!

- Tamlin Elgar