Testimonials
If you're thinking about getting a personal trainer, I can safely and enthusiastically recommend John Galbraith. I have been working out regularly for about 15 years and when I started with John about 3 months ago, I did so because I felt that my solo training was getting extremely boring. More importantly, I doubted its effectiveness. Anyone who works out knows that if you don't have a partner or trainer, you can't push your limits because you can't safely handle the weight.
In three months with John, I have put on 30 pounds of muscle and my strength has increased measurably; so much so, in fact, that I can't really believe it. But the scale doesn't lie.
John is an incredible trainer. His knowledge of effective exercise and ability to motivate are just amazing. I would describe myself as having been completely burnt out on the gym. I was down to one or two trips per month. Now I can't wait to get in there. The benefits of having John train me have been numerous and include more energy, more strength, a clear focus and higher motivation. The energy and intensity he brings to training are contagious and have spilled over into all areas of my life.
If you're thinking of getting John to train you, you're about to make a big, lasting, positive change in your life. I still train with John at Riverdale. If you want living proof or to see the results for yourself, I'll be happy to recommend John in person.
Jon Tamblyn
John quickly made me feel comfortable. The gym can be an intimidating place where you can worry about making a mistake or injuring yourself. John clearly explained how to use each piece of equipment safely; why each exercise was important; and how to get maximum results from it. He was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of my questions. He took the time to understand my lifestyle and personality and used that to motivate me. Even when I was faced with some health issues, he modified my program to help me continue safely. I am so happy with my results! I am fitter, stronger and have so much more energy. I look forward to exercising again. John made it fun. I would absolutely hire him again.
Kim Diamond
One of best things I have ever done for myself was to engage John Galbraith as a personal trainer. He knows his stuff – he has given me better tips on diet and exercise than Weight Watcher's or Aitkins - but what really sets him apart and makes him one of the best trainers in the city are his people skills. Through patience, encouragement and a positive, professional attitude John helps me to reach my fitness goals. I used to dread going to the gym, but John's helpful support and easy manner makes the time fly and I am the better for it. John knows how to motivate you so that you get the results you want.Thank you John.
Gwen Dunant
John Galbraith's work as a personal trainer is about transformation. He motivates you to work hard, and you have fun doing it. John combines solid technical expertise and a focus on the mind-muscle connection with a calm and supportive manner. He facilitates positive change for your body and sense of self. John enables you to surpass goals that once seemed unattainable.
Steven Campbell
John Galbraith is the best Personal Trainer I have ever worked with, bar none! I have been health conscious and active throughout most of my life. In the past 10 years, usually after a bout of inactivity, I have hired a trainer to help me get out of a slump or move me to the next level of fitness. John is the 5th Personal Trainer I have worked with, his approach and methods differ markedly from past Trainers and so have the results. John focuses on high intensity, with fewer reps, and insists on progression— encouraging and enabling me to do FAR more than I would have ever attempted on my own. His approach has resulted in increased muscle mass that has dramatically improved my metabolism and left me feeling and looking more toned and firm than I have since my early 30's (my 18 year old daughter says I'm in better shape than most of her friends!) The other major benefits of working with John are fun and efficiency. I actually look forward to my sessions with him and I can do a full body workout in less than an hour. In fact the approach is so efficient that John has taught me how to complete either an upper body or lower body weight routine, on days I workout alone, that gets me in and out of the gym in half an hour.
Thanks for everything John, you ARE the best!
Heather MacTaggart
Working out with John has greatly enhanced my physical stamina and appearance.
John designed a workout routine for me that is challenging without being overwhelming. I am impressed with John's positive motivational techniques. I feel progressively stronger with each workout session.
Sharon Snow
I recently came out of treatment for cancer and part of my recovery goals were focused on getting back into shape. I wanted to make sure that I did this right so I sought out a personal trainer at the gym and was introduced to John Galbraith. What a great decision! After years of working out on my own with little results to show for my efforts, John has put me on the right track by showing me the correct way to do things. My energy levels and overall strength have improved enormously in only a couple of months. His patience, professionalism and encouragement make my workouts a pleasure to take part in and look forward to.
Lance Doty
