Personal Training

" I don't really like working out. In fact, in the beginning when I was barely able to eke out a half dozen push-ups, I hated it.  A one minute plank felt like torture. i remember feeling almost exactly as I had in grade eight when I couldn't do the flexed arm hang like everyone else. But now I was 55, in the throes of menopause, with a family history of osteoporosis. It was time for action.

I went to Viviane with three goals:

1- To sleep. ( I had done this quite successfully for 54 years, but it was suddenly eluding me)

2- To have better posture. ( Years of desk work had given me very rounded shoulders and a forward leaning head)

3- To get stronger in order to preserve bone density. ( I had been a cyclist, runner and soccer player, so while I had power in my legs, my upper body strength was almost nil)

Viviane is encouraging but relentless. She always arrive with a plan and she never let me off the hook. As I gained strength, she'd increase the reps or weight, or do something else to make sure I remained challenged. True, she occasionally cackle with delight at my suffering, but she was careful to ensure that I did not sustain any injuries under her watch.

When I hit plateaus and felt somewhat discouraged, her quiet confidence in the process - her passion for what she does - kept me engaged and perservering.

Now, at 57, I don't need to ask help for opening jars. I can run further and faster than before. I can carry my hefty grandkids around. I have triceps and biceps and rhomboids and glutes! My friends have noticed the muscles in my body. I've had strangers at the gym commend me on my progress.

I still don't really like working  out. But I love the way it makes me feel." 

" I have been with Viviane for the last year and in that time I have noticed my energy level and strength have improved. I am more aware of exercises that work the different parts of my body.

Viviane is an excellent trainer who listens to your concerns, creates a program that is specifically targeted to your needs all the while challenging you to reach your goals."

" I have been training with Viv for almost 10 years now. She is knowledgeable, motivating and fun, but she will challenge you! I have seen great results while training with her and feel stronger both mentally and physically.

Viv truly is the best trainer in the city!"