Shopping for new clothes was no longer something I enjoyed to do. It had become a chore, so I decided enough is enough!!  If I want a new body I need to do something about it.  I was not going to melt 40lbs away without working at it.  This is when Phoenix came into my life.  Right away I felt comfortable, but I had never gone to a gym before and had no idea what I was doing… Leslie suggested I invest is some sessions  with a Hamilton Personal Trainer and she matched me up with Anthony.  How lucky I was… Right away I felt a connection with Anthony.

Through Anthony's wonderful communications skills and knowledge, he inspires me everyday to work hard.  With hard work and determination I WILL achieve my goals.  No only does he help me with my physical well being, but he helps me make better food choices and to stop and take care of myself.  As a mother of three and a care giver to many other children, taking care of myself has always come last and usually never.

After only 4 weeks I am already stronger and doing things I never imagined I was capable of .  I look forward to each session with a smile and will to do my best.  Anthony believes in my abilities and he pushes me to find my inner strength.

Thank You Phoenix, but most of all THANKS ANTHONY !!!!!  You are my inspiration and I will always be truly grateful to you.

Carrie Domanico
March 2009

When I became a member of Phoenix Fitness West Hamilton, I hired a Hamilton Personal Trainer to teach me how to properly use gym equipment, acquire new programs to use on my own and hopefully reach my goals faster than I would alone.

"Is it what you expected?"  Yes and more, Now I feel very comfortable using the free weights and other equipment on my own.

"Are you happy with the results?'  Very Happy!!!!!  I don't think, no, I now know, I wouldn't have improved nearly as much without a Hamilton Personal Trainer.

"What would you tell someone who is sitting on the fence?"  Get off and get on with it !!!!!  Having a Personal Trainer is a great way to jump start your fitness program.  Why ease into it??   I lost fat, gained lean muscle and got a stronger upper body, not to mention I learned a lot of different workouts.

Eddie was a great Hamilton Personal Trainer for me.  He had new ideas each and every workout.  I learned from him how to do exercises safely as well as how much harder I can push myself than I ever thought.  He's a great teacher and  Personal Trainer (with a sense of humor).  I will work with him again in the future when I need an extra little butt kicking !!!!

Melinda Sealy, Happy Hamilton Personal Training Client

When  designing  a program for a beginning exerciser with Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS), gentle stretching may be the primary activity.  It may be the sole component for unconditioned clients or or those who have severe and activity-limiting pain or fatigue.  Muscles should be warmed up prior to stretching.  Some clients may require this be done passively with the use of a hot tub, shower, steam bath, or electric blanket.  For most individuals, an active warm-up, consisting of large movement such as walking or arm circling should be performed.

At Phoenix Fitness West Hamilton, we  usually begin our clients more gently than you would an individual without FMS with exercise that is well- tolerated.  The client should feel like she can do more upon completing the Personal Training session.  If a client feels like she/he has done all she can possibly do at the completion of the exercise session, there is a strong  likelihood she will have pain withing 24 hours.  Over exercise may  increase muscle micro-trauma and result in delayed muscle soreness.  Delayed pain, one to three days after exercise, is most common.

Gradual light endurance exercise would most likely be  incorporated into our client's overall program.  In designing the exercise program, it is important to consider what activities  our  clients do.  Walking is an ideal exercise if  she/he experiences no hip, knee or foot pain.  Aquatic exercise may be better tolerated and includes water walking, water calisthenics, deep water work, or lap swimming.  Cycling is an enjoyable activity for some individuals.  However, it is weight-bearing  on the buttocks which may aggravate myofacial pain in the back or leg.

Hamilton Personal Trainer's encourage all beginning exercisers to add a few minutes each day to home activities.  For example, walking to the mailbox or walking the dog.  We individualize exercise for each FMS client.  A "one size fits all" approach to exercise prescription will not work. We find what works best for each of our clients.

Keep in mind that exercise will not necessarily make an individual with FMS feel better as it does with someone without the condition.  In fact, a client may feel worse upon starting an exercise program.  Therefore, it is essential to begin slowly and not overwork the client.

WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT:  The key to success is working with your body to reach your weight loss goals naturally.  Our Fitness Consultant will provide the tools, knowledge and support needed to help you make the right decision about nutrition and exercise and make positive behavioral changes in your life.

SIMPLE AND SATISFYING FOOD:  We've made it easy for everyone by designing creative meals, customized for 12 weeks, based on the foods that you like to eat.  Each morning wake up to a menu with three meals and two snacks that are perfectly balanced for you.  All the math and science is taken out, just simply follow the plan.  Grocery guides tell you exactly what to buy, making grocery shopping faster and easier.  We'll also show you how to plan your own menu using food guides.

CHOICE AND CONVENIENCE:  Choose the foods you like to eat and prepare easy meals, some less than five minutes

Our Nutrition program will provide you with menus the entire family can enjoy and the flexibility to plan your own menus so you can eat what you want whether you eat out or at home… even fast foods,  If  you've previously struggled with losing and regaining weight, and want to learn how to keep it off, our nutrition program is your best choice.  it's simple to follow and formulated to help you lose weight and keep it off permanently.

Call to book your Free consultation. (905) 577-0626.  Ask for Leslie

I have suffered with health concerns for many years and was sick and tired of being sick and tired!!!!!

A dear friend of mine, who is a member of Phoenix Fitness suggested that if I join the gym and get a personal trainer maybe I would get better.  What did I have to lose?  Through my friend, an appointment was made with her friend, a personal trainer at West Hamilton Phoenix Fitness, who has been a personal trainer for many years.  I arrived at Phoenix Fitness armed with information I had from my doctor and showed her the challenges she would be faced with.

Irritable bowel syndrome/border line Crohn's disease (which has been bad enough to cause me to pass out),  food allergies (basically all processed food),  penicillin allergies, lactose and soy intolerance, high blood pressure and triglycerides, 3 knee operations and after a full day's work I was so exhausted I was shaking.

After about fifteen minutes of consultation, she said she was up for the task. I asked her, "Are you sure you can handle this old geezer?"  With a big smile, she responded. "I will kick your butt!!"

I'd never, ever stepped inside a gym before and never lifted weights — this was a whole new world to me — so I was very nervous at my first session because of my stomach problem but MY personal trainer made me feel at ease.  She was quick to see I was completely out of shape because I couldn't lift, bend or balance anything!  The next thing I knew an hour had passed and I was hooked.

We've worked together, two sessions a week for six months now  and I can't believe the difference.  I'm much stronger and have better  balance.   My "bad" days are fewer and farther between and when I do have them, they aren't as bad and I recover much more quickly.  I sleep better and have more stamina. I'm doing things I never thought I would and feel so much better about everything.  Friends have commented that I look better and how positive I am again.

Each time I come for a session I keep amazing myself and MY trainer.  MY personal trainer, who is so caring and professional in her experience as a trainer, has make me feel very much at ease coming to Phoenix Fitness.  All the staff really care about  members  like me and I truly appreciate their confidence in me and my personal being.  Training with my personal trainer is never dull, I think she is part magician because she's always pulling new exercised out of her hat!!!

My aches and pains are slowly going away and I function much better.  I'm looking forward to the next six months because I know I'll see even more improvement.

Thank you, MY Personal Trainer and Phoenix Fitness , for caring.

Lou Chenier