Defined Personal Fitness

So I met Russ when I purchased three training sessions in a silent auction at a golf tournament - 10 minutes into the first session I was hooked.

He has all of the characteristics you would hope a trainer would have. His knowledge of the body is amazing. He understands nutrition unbelievably well - he basically gets it. But I don't consider these the reasons I like a trainer (I expect these levels of knowledge). Russ is so much more than this.

First, his level of intensity and concentration when he is with you is out of control. He truly is able to block out every other distraction in the gym and he is 100% focused on EVERY SINGLE REP AND MOVEMENT THAT YOU MAKE. And i mean every one. He is always making adjustments and really focuses on how your body is responding. He is the exact opposite of many trainers I see who spend the entire session talking to everyone else in the gym expect for the client in front of them.

Secondly, I would always think to myself that I am paying for the last 3-5 reps during a set. These are the ones that I would have considered physically impossible if I were on my own. The ones that he is somehow able to convince me that I am able to do them. And every time I would finish, I would have the "oh sh*t" moment of knowing exactly why I was working with this guy,

Basically, all I can say is that Russ gets results. I liked him so much that I drove for miles to get to him. I live in Long Beach, I worked in Marina Del Rey at the time and would I drive to Santa Monica three nights a week to meet with him and then have to head all the way down to the LBC after each session and it never bothered me. I have since moved far too far to still see him and I miss him. I would recommend this guy without hesitation regardless of your current physical state. Just go. You wont regret it (you might be sore as hell, but it will be the best feeling soreness you will have ever felt).

Pros: Unbelievable commitment dedication and RESULTS!

Cons: it was too far for me to go after I moved to the LBC

Posted 04/01/09

I've never been a huge fan of the gym, but being in the entertainment industry makes it a MUST. I've been working out steadily for over 10 years and often get bored with my routines. I contacted Defined Personal Fitness to help me find new methods and circuits that would really challenge me and my body. They met every need and keep me motivated throughout every grueling workout. Defined Fitness mixes great personalities with phenomenal training expertise...it's all you could ask for.

Pros: personality, education, skill and motivation

Cons: you will always pay for quality

Posted 02/08/09

I have been training with Russ for nearly two years now and I can honestly say that it is one of the best things I have ever done for myself. I feel stronger, l am healthier, and I look better than ten years ago!
Russ is knowledgeable and a pleasure to work out with. He also works out with my husband and I am amazed at the difference he has made in his life. My husband used to come up with every excuse as to why he could not walk or do too much due to aches and pains. He is still a curmudgeon, but he feels better than ever and rarely complains about his aches and pains.

Pros: I sleep and eat better than ever.

Cons: There are none.

Posted 02/08/09

I honestly look forward to my 3 times a week workouts with Russ. I wouldn't be able to say that if I didn't have amazing results as well. Russ provides the perfect combination of motivation and expertise. You will find yourself achieving things you never imagined possible: firm arms and a tight rear end at 55 years old, for example! Working out can be fun in addition to the obvious benefits of looking and feeling better.

Posted 02/07/09