FITNESS CLIENT TESTIMONIALS:
| "As a person who has never relished a regular
exercise program, I'm amazed I've stuck with Pilates for 3 years now. I credit my trainer Maria Jimenez.
Her mastery of technique and variety keeps workouts
interesting and her insights as a mature woman and
mother of two little boys help me feel safe and
focused. A good teacher like Maria has made all the
difference for me. For the first time in my life, I
actually look forward to exercising." |
Jane Kaczmarek, Actor |
| "Love this place! I have been working out at Pro Fitness for several months and HIGHLY recommend the group training with Carina. A great workout and FUN too! For the first time I am really looking forward to working out each time, and the difference this training has made in my body tells the true story. I am stronger, fitter, and more energetic and balanced than I have been in years. I can also enthusiastically recommend Vanessa (massage therapist) and Dorothy (acupuncturist) who are also affiliated with the Pro Fitness Network. Vanessa is so intuitive and skilled at releasing body tension and Dorothy is very caring and professional and will do whatever it takes to help heal her clients. But then again, everyone I have met through Pro Fitness has been wonderful. Trainers, massage therapists, not to mention my fellow clients! It is a great atmosphere to be a part of. Call Carina now, you won't regret it!" - October, 2011 |
Sarah Emery Bunn |
| If you are looking for a personal trainer, I highly recommend Vikki Lane at Pro Fitness Network. She is the PERFECT combination in a trainer. Friendly, happy, energetic and patient. She really pays attention to what's working and not working within the work out. She keeps the workouts fresh by continuously inserting new exercises. They are still working all the same muscles, but if feels new and is a great way to stay motivated. I highly recommend her. his is a private gym and studio. It's you and your trainer. I can't possibly think of a better way to work out! - October 2011 |
Whitney Max |
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I began working out with Carina Weston in her
semi-personal training about 3 years ago. She has really helped me to get back in
shape. In the past, I was good about exercising and
was a runner. But a year-long bout with cancer set
my fitness level back to zero. I felt sluggish and
completely unmotivated. I couldn't seem to stick to
the Programs I started. But when I found Carina, it
immediately clicked. Knowing that I have paid in
advance and that I have an appointment with Carina
helps me stick with it. But also, Carina is fun and
cheerful and makes fitness easy. She's created an
environment where you can effortlessly make new
friends and get peer-support for being healthier.
It's just a great group of people that go here. At
this point, I not only work out with Carina three
days a week, but I have started a walking club at
work, and I am running again too. I am feeling good,
and strong, and ready for a healthy future. |
Rachel S. |
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I have trained with several fitness coaches over the
years, but none offer the balance which inspire me
to continue the discipline of fitness for a long
time. Martin Mapoma seeks to understand what your
training goals are, and aligns a personalized
program to your stated needs. He keeps the workouts fresh, because he constantly researches new approaches to training and wellness. He doesn't use the same formula for every client. Each session is designed for you. You should expect a variety of exercises each time you workout with Martin. His style of training has eliminated the boredom of repetition which I have experienced with others. Also his philosophy is to teach you exercises which you can do anywhere. You don't need to be tethered to a gym to remain fit. I continue many of the exercises I learn from Martin when I travel or at home. Martin is focused on helping his clients become fit and stay fit. His formula is all about your health and having fun maintaining it. |
Tony Buzzelli - Vice Chairman and National Managing
Partner US Regions Deloitte |
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I began working out with Carina Weston at Pro
Fitness in November 2007 with the intention of
losing weight and toning my body for my October 2008
wedding. My wedding has come and gone and I am still
training twice a week with her because I love it!
Semi-personal training has been the answer to my workout routine. You get the benefits of Carina's knowledge as a trainer at a more affordable price than personal training. Pro Fitness is filled with delightful people that are encouraging and motivating. The studio is intimate, clean and newly remodeled. Carina is attentive to my needs and abilities and adapts each workout to fit my goals. I highly recommend Pro Fitness. Thank you Carina! | Maren
Heideman |
| Carina Weston is an outstanding Personal Trainer,
and an absolutely delightful human
being. She has both a deep and broad grasp of her
craft,
and she is incredibly skilled at working with a wide
variety of clients with varying capabilities. One of
her most admirable traits is her care and patience
in dealing with people that have physical
limitations and injuries. She will invest the time
to understand each individual's unique
circumstances, and then structure a goal-oriented
program that works around these issues. Her gym, Pro
Fitness, is well run, well equipped, and a pleasant
environment to train in. I cannot say enough nice
things about her. Carina, is hands-down one of the
most delightful people I have ever met. She is
always positive, warm, caring, dedicated to pleasing
her clients, and a joy to spend time with. She truly
makes working out a pleasant experience. Gary Kaplan at GKA Search.com |
Gary Kaplan |
| I love working with Carina. She is a very hard
worker and very Professional. It would not be a
stretch to say that she "kicked my butt", but that's
what we pay her for!! I have been working with
Carina for years and am always pleased to recommend
her and her wonderful company. She is always looking
for what the clients need and want. She has an
incredible variety of fitness choices, so you are
never bored! Carina's facility has a wonderful
atmosphere about it, along with everyone that works
there.” JustLikeFamilyCares.com |
Theresa Deliberto |
| I started with Pro Fitness network in April of 2008
at 238 pounds and out of
shape. I am 71 years old
and have a history of back surgery and serious
illness 10 years ago which resulted in 4 years on
disability. I returned to work in 2002 and in
November 2007, on my 70th birthday, I started a law
partnership in Pasadena with long time colleague as
a partner. By April 2008 I decided that I had to
make one more effort to lose weight and deal with my
physical limitations if I was going to be able to
practice for many more years as I plan to do. I
came to Pro Fitness Network and had the great good
fortune to be connected with Jeri Gillis as my
personal trainer and Julia Morichelli as
nutritionist. I started with the Bodybugg program
for weight loss. Jeri and I worked on my specific
problem areas in addition to general fitness,
particularly balance, and she has kept me motivated
though all the ups and downs as we tried to work out
a program that would increase my fitness and help my
weight loss while not setting off my tricky back.
At one point I had some back problems and had to lay
off the workouts for a while to let it recover.
During that period I added Nora Stewart as a massage
therapist and she and Jeri worked together to
discover what the muscle problems were that were
periodically setting off my back. Jeri designed a
modified program to work on the specific problem and
I continue with that program today. I am down to
185 pounds with a goal of 175 pounds in sight. My
back is better and I am continuing with the
program. I see Jeri three times a week, and Nora
once, and, since my weight loss has been proceeding
so well, Julia ever other week [just to give me
reality checks]. I can't speak too highly of my
team. I am not an easy case, and they have done a
great job. Jeri has worked very hard to adjust my
program as required and to deal with problems as
they arise. I feel much better and have three new
friends. I recommend them and Pro Fitness Network
highly. |
Don Proudfoot |
| I love working out with Martin and I always look
forward to our workouts.
I never felt comfortable
working out at big, impersonal gyms and with my busy
schedule I need to make the most out of my workout
time. Martin helps me do that and he makes it fun.
He’s introduced me to all different types of
workouts and taps into the things that I enjoy doing
(like boxing!) and incorporates them into our
workouts. He sets goals that we reach together and
he’s my biggest supporter. He celebrates every
milestone with me, from the first time I did “real”
pushups to the first time I raised the kettlebell
over my head to the first time I bought smaller
clothes because nothing fit anymore. If he says I
can do something I know he means it and I’m always
able to make it through. I feel great about myself
and the way I look and I know I couldn’t have done
it without Martin. |
Alison Kleaver |
| Over the years I've been a member of countless
fitness centers in the Pasadena
area.
I've finally found the perfect match. I've been with
Carina's semi-personal training program for the past
two years. I love it! Carina's semi-personal
training is personal, affordable and effective. If
you miss a session, you hear about it the next time
you come in. I've found that when Carina and the
rest of the class are counting on you to be there,
you don't want to let them down. I don't miss many
workouts! Her style is compassionate and personal,
but focused on the task at hand... getting you into
shape. I recommend Carina, the Pro Fitness Network
and all of the various services they provide to
everyone I know! UrbanScooters.com |
Frank M.,
Pasadena |
| At age 50 I was faced with debilitating back pain
from an injury, complicated
by years of being
overweight and out of shape. I started at Pro
Fitness after reading about owner Carina Weston's
recovery from a serious neck injury. Within weeks the pain was gone and now I've
lost 50 lbs. I'm in
the best shape of my life. Carina's energy and warm
cheerfulness are infectious and make working out
truly fun. The small group setting is very welcoming
and supportive and allows her to give personal
attention to everyone while charging a fraction of
the cost of one to one training. The setting is
clean and conveniently located in Pasadena. The
equipment is professional and well maintained. There
is a wide array of fitness services provided by
Carina's hand picked associates, including massage,
Pilates, acupuncture, reflexology and nutritional counseling. Pro Fitness Network is the real deal,
without the blasting music and hype.Thank you, Carina! Plan9WebDesign.com |
Steven V., Pasadena |
| "Carina has done more for me than help me to get my body back into shape. As an example she's inspired me to stay strong, live my dreams and my truth, do my best, and most importantly to respect and take care of myself. She has done more for me than I had ever hoped from a personal trainer. Carina has quite an infectious spirit, and for that, I am thankful. For the last 2 years, I've attended our energy workouts,for more than mere physical gratification, but for the good energy!! |
Lydia V., Glendale |
| In just two months of doing the Energy Workout at Pro Fitness Network, I can see remarkable changes in my strength and muscle tone. I also feel so much better and have more energy than I did before. I love the supportive environment and I feel that I am in very professional, capable hands with Carina. KerinCantwell.com |
Kerin Cantwell, Pasadena |
| Over the past 25 years I have been in more exercise programs in more cities (and 3 countries) than I care to remember. I have never felt stronger or more muscle toned than I do now, after a year with Carina. Maybe even more importantly I have never had as much fun, support or encouragement than I have at present with Carina and my fellow workout colleagues. As I prepare to move again I wonder how will I ever replace Pro Fitness Network. |
Janet S., Pasadena |
| I’m 48 years old and never felt at home in a gym.
Three painful years after an injury, I knew I needed
to lose weight and strengthen my lower-back. But
exercise was too scary. My muscles got weaker and
weaker. Finally, I tried one trainer, then another.
My back went out with both. Desperate, I went to
Carina to see if she could help. After she told me
about her injury and saw how strong
she is, I trusted her to know what was safe, and what wasn’t. I’ve strength-trained with Carina three times a week, for six months, without re-injuring
my back. I’m in much better shape, stronger and have more energy than I’ve had in years. For the first time in my life, when I don’t go to the gym, I miss the exercise and the atmosphere---it’s amazing. It’s like getting together with friends.
P.S.
Now, I go to Pro Fitness five times a week! I work with the nutritionist, Julia, and use
the Bodybugg to be more aware of my eating habits. I get massages from Lydia.
And I do Pilates with Maria |
Sean C.,
Pasadena |
| I have been working out with Carina for 5 1/2 years
and she has become a "necessity" for me. Not only
does she work with you to imProve your well-being,
health, and happiness, but she has become a great
support group for me individually. There are those
days where it is difficult to start the "motor
running"; but once you get to the studio and see and
hearing Carina's smiling face and voice, you are
motivated to put forth the effort to imProve
yourself. The concept of three-on-one working out is
certainly a money-saver; but since there are others
working out with you, you develop new friendships
and make working out "fun". One might even consider
exercising at Pro Fitness as a therapy session. It
is especially great to see Carina advancing from a
sole personal trainer to developing a mini-business
opportunity; that is to say, not only does she offer
personal training but she has provided the wonderful
atmosphere of connecting you to massage therapists,
a Reflexologist, an Acupuncturist, other Personal
Trainers, and Pilates instructors. Carina Weston has
my vote for 5++ stars! She has helped me, at least,
to slow down the aging process physically and
mentally. Thank you, Carina, for all that you give
to me to support me in my body and soul. |
Manon H, Pasadena |
| I have been at Pro Fitness for over a year and half
never felt better, stronger and younger. I
especially like working out where I feel comfortable
with the other people; we usually have no more than
four or five fun people who are all working on
an individualized regime.
My doctor was the first person to mention working
out in a gym when she noticed that my bone density
was not what she expected. I went on her
recommendation and now I feel stronger and really
look forward to the camaraderie and personalized
program twice a week. Carina is very knowledgeable
and, even though she expects a lot from us, we
really go at the pace that is most comfortable for
each of us. | Sabood |
| I have been working out with Carina at Pro-Fitness for the last 4 ½ years. I started because I wanted to do more intense weight workouts, and just didn't have enough self-motivation to do it on my own. I could tell the difference in my body within months! I am much stronger now, with low body fat and great muscle tone. The environment at Pro-Fitness is energizing and makes the workout more fun. The group supports and challenges one another. I have done several triathlons in the last year, taking on this new challenge at the age of 56. My ability to do this is a tribute to Carina and the fitness level I have achieved with her help. | Peggy |
