Linda -

After recovering from a medical issue that caused an extended absence from the work out scene, I tried to start again.  8 years of starting and stopping produced little results. I would start, do too much, get really sore, saw no change, and then try something else.  I lost strength, flexibility, endurance, motivation, my clothes were getting tighter and something new was showing up – little aches and pains – particularly in my hip joints and shoulders.   After watching Ray at the gym for a year, I noticed he had many regular clients that to showed up month after month, and impressed with his credentials, I decided to hire Ray.  When I started, I could not do a push-up or run for 30 minutes.  In working with Ray on diet and resistance training for 6 months, I regained my flexibility, can do many push-ups (real ones!) and can run effortlessly for 50 minutes.  The aches and pains in my joints are also gone - I feel rejuvenated!  Ray provides a safe, interesting and fun workout that kept me motivated to continue.  He knows how much to push without debilitating me for the rest of the week.   He truly is inspired and driven to help his clients succeed with their individual goals.   He’s helped me make life changing adjustments that I know I can and will continue. 

LJ -

I never thought I needed a personal trainer - I thought I knew how to workout.  Then, after my hysterectomy 2 years ago, I found I had less energy and motivation to work out, so would hit and miss workouts, I was eating less and less, yet my clothes were getting tighter.   I decided to seek professional help to reverse this trend and fit back into my clothes.  I was impressed with Ray’s credentials and the promised results, at the same time, skeptical and decided to hire Ray. 

It seemed to happen all of a sudden - the moment of realization came as I stood in my closet for 30 minutes one Monday morning, trying on pants that were all too big!   I was late to work, but thrilled with the result!  I went from a size 8 to a size 4, and lost 12 pounds.  I’m eating more and making better food choices.  I‘m the leanest and strongest I’ve ever been. I’ve regained flexibility, endurance and have energy all day long (no more after lunch sleepiness!).

Ray’s top priority is the safety and health of his clients.  He treats everyone individually with different motivation techniques and workouts.   He is truly inspiring and driven to help his clients succeed.  One of his favorite phrases is “here we grow”.  Ray is in-tuned and seems to know exactly how much to do during a workout, and keeps sessions interesting and fun.  He says he’s been wrong before, just never in the gym and I believe it.  He’s helped me make life changing adjustments that I know I can and will continue.

Cathy -

Hi, Let me rave about my trainer, Ray Bessette.

I have been working out with Ray 2 or 3 times a week for about 3 months now. The first thing I would tell you is that I am having much more fun than I ever expected to have in a gym. Ray is very knowledgeable about getting into shape and the psychology of a personal make-over. He will get as involved as you want, regarding your nutrition, lifestyle, weight, workouts, presentation, posture and even dating.

 While you are cranking out the reps there is lots of time to talk about your motivation and goals. There is never a dull moment, and Ray's repertoire of original workout moves, jokes and ad libs never dries up. You can tell that Ray's years of experience and personal dedication are respected by all the other personal trainers. He keeps things lively and keeps you coming back for more.

Results -- I have gone from size 16-18 to size 12-14 while losing weight and greatly increasing my flexibility and energy. Am I happy with those results? Hell yes!!