Annika Murjahn, 32
Objectives: Increase Tone, Maintain High Fitness Levels & Body Shape.
Training: Focus on high energy circuits, some heavy weight sessions and functional movement patterns.
"Training with David is fun and efficient! He makes you laugh and sweat! Since I started taking private training sessions I am almost addicted to it: once I took an earlier plane back from New York to make the appointment with him! David is very good at integrating ones lifestyle into the training! I highly recommend him."
Bill Petrie
Objectives: Increase Strength, Maintain High Fitness Levels & Decrease Body Fat.
Training: Strength & Conditioning, Nutrition, Circuits & Rehabilitation.
"After our initial consultation, I switched exercise trainers and started training with David in March 2007. He introduced me to Core Strength Training and Back Strengthening which was a first for me. The biggest difference has been in my posture and the fact that I no longer suffer any back pain where there used to be the repetitive strain either at the base of my spine or in the middle of my back. This pain has completely disappeared.
I have also lost weight and toned up and certainly feel a lot stronger.
My focus and attention have most certainly improved, along with my confidence and self esteem."
Carole Rose
Objectives: Decrease Body Fat in specific stubborn areas, Increase Tone & Fitness, Maintain Flexibility to continue Dancing passion.
Training: Strength Training, Biosignature, Food Elimination, High Energy Circuits.
"I started training with Dave in March 2007. Dave is an all round trainer and has helped me with exercise, nutrition and lifestyle. Dave pushes me to do exercises that I would give up on if he was not there. He makes exercising fun and I really look forward to our sessions. Through Dave I have changed the way I eat my meals, and have also cut down my alcohol intake. By doing this and exercising regularly I now feel fitter and less tired and I have lost the fat which accumulated round my waist. I have a job in which I sit down most of the day so this did not help. I am now very happy with how I look and feel so much fitter."
Cherry
Objectives: Decrease Body Fat, Increase Tone and Fitness, Enhance Nutrition.
Training: Strength Training, Biosignature, Food Elimination, General Conditioning.
"I have been training with Dave since February 2007. When I met him I was lacking confidence because I was overweight post-two beautiful babies and I just didn't feel good about myself. I'd tried lots of diet plans and bought all the celebrity DVDs but the plain truth was that I was overweight and unfit. Gyms intimidated me because I thought that I looked hideous compared with all the "beautiful people" who frequented them. Dave didn't lecture me or make me feel guilty for being the size that I was. Instead he inspired me to want to do something about it. It hasn't been easy and I've had my "ups and downs" but I'm committed to my new way of life. Dave motivates me to do it for me, not for anyone else and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending him."
Dee O'Brian
Objectives: Maintain Current Shape, Increase Strength & Fitness.
Training: Strength & Conditioning.
"I've been going to the gym for years and had a couple of Personal Trainers, but until I met "Big Bad Dave" I didn't realise what visible results can be achieved! David is not just a fitness genius who tailor makes programmes for individual clients, he has an intelligent approach to training, understands the whole human body rather than concentrating on specific muscle groups. His methods ensure that your whole body is strong, toned and flexible. Training with David can be hard, but after a workout with him you feel amazing and motivated to go to the gym by yourself. I've trained with David for over a year and I've had a lot of compliments about the shape I'm in. Let's hope he never leaves the country!"
Joe Hutton
Objectives: Decrease Body Fat, Increase Strength & Fitness, Enhance Nutrition.
Training: Strength Training, Biosignature & Nutrition, General Conditioning.
"I have been training with David for the last 2 years and have noticed a significant increase in my energy levels and in my determination to achieve a greater level of fitness. I have found him to be extremely positive and knowledgeable which in turn makes me want to work harder as he makes me feel that it is possible to achieve my goals.
Through correction of my nutrition I am able to put more effort and concentration into my work. I cannot recommend him high enough."
Kirstie Carey
Objectives: Decrease Specific Body Fat, Increase Strength & Tone.
Training: Strength & Conditioning, Biosignature.
"I have never been stronger, fitter or more motivated than I am today, training with David. After meeting at my gym David's great attitude and apparent knowledge quickly convinced me to take him on as personal trainer. 18 months later I am in great shape and feel fantastic. David gives me a very challenging and diverse program that targets all muscle groups and trouble spots. A high level of variety maintains my interest and the benefit of his knowledge of both physical and dietary issues has been a huge bonus. David is fun too train, fanatical about technique and most importantly delivers outstanding results."
Nikki Wilton
Objectives: Increase Tone & Fitness.
Training: General Conditioning, Circuits.
"I hate working out. Infact if I didn't spend a lot of my life permanently squeezing in far too much I would have no need to sprint for that train, plane, meeting and I could happily return to being a contented couch potato. If I didn't train with Dave, I would probably have fallen to pieces by now. Amazingly he manages to get me doing all sorts of ridiculous and excessively sweaty things which I would never even contemplate if I went to the gym by myself (I don't of course, but if I did I'd be the one in the coffee bar).
The result: for a drinking smoking, stressed out global sales person I am in remarkably good shape! I can sprint for at least 20 minutes without collapsing, have great muscle tone and apart from the odd trip to the US which is guaranteed to make even the most resolute brit put on weight, the scales have been stable for the last 4 years of my personal training tenure.
As a footnote, Before I started, I had put on 21 lbs, was completely exhausted and was headed for the scrap heap."
Rachel
Objectives: Decrease Body Fat, Increase Tone & Fitness, Enhance Nutrition.
Training: Circuits, Food Elimination, General Conditioning.
"I have been training with Dave now for 3 years. He's demanding yet encouraging which is a great motivator for me as I have been a member of many gyms before and made limited progress. Dave helps with a focus not just on the exercise but also nutrition and a positive mental approach.
The key achievements for me have been:
Strengthened core muscles so I suffer less frequently with back pain
Dropped 2 dress sizes
Developed and toned muscles across my body
Focused on my nutrition so I feel less bloated
Overall I have lots more energy and confidence
He is selfless in his approach to motivating and inspiring you to deliver results."
Sachin Sharma
Objectives: Decrease Body Fat, Increase Strength & Fitness, Enhance Nutrition.
Training: Strength Training, Biosignature, Food Elimination, General Conditioning.
"From an initially low level of base fitness, the last three years of working with David have yielded tremendous improvements in my flexibility, strength and general wellbeing. I can't recommend enough David's professionalism and ability to tailor a program specific to his clients and their individual aspirations. Thanks so much David!"
Sam Harrison
Objectives: Decrease Body Fat, Increase Strength & Fitness, Enhance Nutrition.
Training: General Conditioning, Food Elimination.
"I have been training with David twice a week since February 2007. I run my own restaurant business which normally involves working 6/7 days a week and leaves very little time for me to worry about my health and fitness. By working with David I am able to try and keep myself in shape and fit. David has been able to help with back problems that I have been suffering from due to being on my feet all the time. He has done fantastic work on my core muscles and helping me to strengthen my back. Although I often work 70 to 80 hours a week, I find that my time with David helps with my energy levels and keeping my going. David has also advised me on my nutrition and vitamin intake which greatly helps me. I have no hesitation in recommending David to any potential clients."
Sue McGowan
Objectives: Maintain Current Shape, Increase Strength & Fitness.
Training: Strength & Conditioning.
"Big Bad Dave" has been my trainer for the last 19 months. He is focused on his clients, tailoring our workouts on our strengths, weaknesses, any medical conditions or injuries. I am also impressed with his knowledge of the human anatomy. Dave's workouts are always varied and never boring. I enjoy the sessions and after each one I leave with a feeling of achievement."
I am now fitter, stronger and have more muscle tone - my goals! To say it wasn't easy would be an understatement, but I am happy I stuck with it and am delighted with the results."
Tony Edgley
Objectives: Increase Strength & Fitness, Nutrition, Reduce Body fat.
Training: Strength & Conditioning, Nutrition, Circuits.
"I arrived thinking I was fit and pretty strong. About 10 minutes later I realised I was neither.David has methodically and imaginatively changed my perceptions and importantly my approach to fitness.
Technically astute, he strives for the best from whatever you can give. Always fun, always varied, always challenging. He smiles. I sweat. A great coach."
Vaughan Bouziad
Objectives: Increase Strength & Fitness, Nutrition, Reduce Body fat.
Training: Strength & Conditioning, Nutrition.
"After regularly training in my local gym for the last 18 months, I had a consultation with David only to find that my whole program was ill advised for my goals and my exercise technique was poor. Regular sessions have since corrected my posture, increased my strength and stamina. After having my blood tested I found that I was intolerant to eggs which were my staple breakfast. After changing my diet I became less bloated and more comfortable sitting at my desk which I spend 95% of my working day.
I can spend more hours with more clients who in turn reap the benefits of my extended concentration levels."