Physique

11/25/08

Wow! I love my new body!

by fredcase at Citysearch

I'm thrilled with my new PHYSIQUE !!!!!! I've never changed so much so fast!

Sure I feel stronger and better balanced. Sure every movement is easier. But it's the change

in my appearance that I'm most pleased with. Six months at Physique and people I haven't seen for

a while don't recognize me!

Three cheers and thank you Physique!

• Pros: expert staff
• Cons: nothing comes to mind

02/18/08

The best trainer in NYC, hands down

by moscato at Citysearch

David is the best trainer I've had in 15 years. I usually never write reviews on public forums, but I felt compelled to do so because David is authentic, honest, and delivers results. He really listens to your concerns and scrutinizes your body for the problem areas, and works hard to address them. I've had so many trainers/therapists pretend to listen to concerns but never address them, that I've lost count, and it is truly refreshing to find someone who believes in what he does and actually cares about solving your problems, rather than signing up as many clients as he can, focusing on watching the clock and/or getting you to buy all sorts of add-ons you don't need. I am probably one of the most skeptical consumers you can meet, never giving people the benefit of the doubt and requiring them to earn my trust... call it too many times of being sold on a service/product only to find out nothing was more superior than the salesmanship. I was intrigued at first given all the rave reviews on Physique, and was very impressed after my initial conversations and movement screening with him, but still a tad skeptical, so I initially only signed up for a 6-week session. Well, sadly for my fashion budget, I have just renewed for a 6-month package - that's how much I believe in his program. I implicitly trust that he tells me to do only things that will help correct my problem, and not just to 'sell me'... I'm also a fan of massages from therapist Katarina! The fitness world needs more trainers like David and more programs like his...if your goal is to improve your core strength, there is NO better place to start than at Physique.

• Pros: Great setting in a loft space with ambient lighting and music and hardly any machines!
• Cons: Climbing four flights of stairs to get there

12/04/07

A senior citizen's praises

by deverainnyc at Citysearch

David has been my trainer for 4 years. I was referred to him by my husband, who's been Dave's client for over 5 years. As a former RN, I am really picky about people who try to talk the talk about anatomy & physiology, but know absolutely nothing. Dave knows more anatomy and physiology than I ever learned in my college level courses during nursing school. And he uses that knowledge to create individualized instruction for each client. A few months ago an incredible massage therapist, Katarina, joined Physique. She consults with Dave on what areas I need worked on, and finds muscles I didn't know I had! The loft space is beautiful, and each visit is never the same, so for sure you don't get bored! I love this place! BTW, I'm a senior citizen, and feel confident that as I continue to age, working with Dave and Katarina will continue to allow me to age with balance, strength, and excellent musculoskeletal health.