North End Fitness — Local services in Boston

I met Jesse in 2019 at a Super Bowl party with his dog Meatball in tow. Mind you, I was fit in college good bench press, ran 20+ miles a week, but I had fallen off hard from grad school and the daily grind of being a tax lawyer, plus I was 35 yo at the time so everything was slowing down. We started talking about athletes cause of the game, and got into fitness and working out. Next day I signed up and started working - I couldn’t even do a proper bodyweight squat at the time due to sitting in an office chair and rugby ankle injuries. Jesse pushed me through a variety of exercises - lifting, form techniques, and body weight cardio in his gym. It took going 3-4 times a week, and really working during sessions. Also, I got some great pointers on intake of types of food, water, and other advice that i implemented and saw results. The attached pic is my progress over just about 9 months. I’ve never been more fit than when I was working with Jesse at North End Fitness. My only regret is that I had to move to Austin for work, and don’t get the benefit of his coaching and...

Jesse Setaro quite simply offers the best of what a personal trainer can provide. He is fluent in the science of his field. He is thoughtful and considerate of his clients and their needs. He carefully listens, and assesses what clients want out of their work, and crafts each workout to provide that to them. He is a great listener, and, although he is a master of his craft--getting you in shape--he is always ready to learn for you, and from you. As Jesse not occasionally puts it, "it's called PERSONAL training." During your session, he is there, one-hundred percent for you.

Additionally, though it need not necessarily be said of a personal trainer, Jesse is dedicated to his community in the North End, as well as to the larger community of Boston, and does a lot of work with young people from families who have not enjoyed the advantages that others have.

But enough about that! I'm in my 60s, and thanks to Jesse, I'm reaching personal...

I’ve been working with Jesse at North End Fitness for the past two years. From the moment I started, Jesse has been professional, motivating and supportive. He truly takes the time to tailor each session to meet my needs, pushing me just the right amount without overwhelming me. What I appreciate most is Jesse’s personalized approach. He focuses not only on exercises, but also on overall health and well-being, offering advice on nutrition, recovery, and mindset. His passion for helping his clients succeed is clear, and he goes above and beyond to make that happen. He is accommodating and flexible with his time, and I’m able to pick and choose workout sessions for when it’s most convenient for me. Thanks to Jesse, I’ve seen major improvements in my strength, endurance, and confidence. Highly recommend!

As Jesse always says, "The hardest weight you'll ever lift is the...