I recently had the privilege of training with Maik Wiedenbach, a highly skilled and knowledgeable personal trainer. As someone who values fitness and wants to achieve my health goals, finding the right trainer was crucial. After conducting extensive research, I stumbled upon Maik's name, and I'm grateful that I did. Let me share my incredible experience.
First and foremost, Maik's expertise and professionalism are unparalleled. His extensive background in fitness and bodybuilding is evident in every session. He possesses an in-depth understanding of anatomy, nutrition, and effective training techniques, which he effortlessly translates into practical guidance. He customizes the workouts to suit individual needs and tailors them to maximize results while ensuring safety.
Maik's passion for his work is infectious. His positive energy and enthusiasm create an incredibly motivating environment. He pushes you to your limits, but always with a keen eye on your form and technique. He strikes the perfect balance between challenging you and providing the necessary support and encouragement. His ability to motivate and inspire is truly remarkable.
Additionally, Maik's professionalism shines through in his punctuality and commitment. He values your time and ensures that each session starts promptly and is well-structured. He keeps you engaged throughout, explaining the purpose behind each exercise and its impact on your body. His attention to detail and dedication to his craft are evident at every step.
Maik's personalized approach extends beyond the gym. He understands that achieving fitness goals requires more than just physical training. He offers invaluable advice on nutrition, lifestyle changes, and overall well-being. He genuinely cares about his clients' success and goes the extra mile to provide ongoing support and guidance outside of training sessions.
Furthermore, the facilities Maik provides for training are excellent. The equipment is top-notch, and the workout space is clean and well-maintained. He ensures a safe and comfortable environment, which is crucial for an effective workout.
In conclusion, training with Maik Wiedenbach has been a transformative experience for me. His expertise, passion, professionalism, and personalized approach make him an outstanding personal trainer. I have seen remarkable progress in my fitness journey under his guidance, and I can confidently say that he is the best personal trainer near me. If you're looking to achieve your health and fitness goals with a dedicated and knowledgeable professional, I wholeheartedly recommend Maik Wiedenbach in New York City.
Thank you, Maik, for your exceptional service and for pushing me to become the best...
Read moreI've had different personal training experiences over the years and this is by far the best experience! I've done personal training through gym chains, and a personal training outfit a couple of years ago.
In the past, i would see some results at the beginning, but then it'll taper off. Ever since starting here last September, I've been steadily losing and getting leaner than I could ever imagine.
Greg, my trainer, laid out the workout and meal plan for me. He created the meal plan based off on what I was currently eating so it made the transition to watching my calories and hitting my macros easier. Greg is a phenomenal trainer and educator. He answers all my questions and the workout sessions fly by.
The best thing about my experience, besides getting the results, is that I've learned so much about strength training from Greg to the extent that I'm confident enough that after hitting my goal, I'll be able to continue my workouts on my own. At the other places, I never had the confidence to train on my own after I stopped training, then I would see my gains go away.
It goes without saying that to maximize the results from your training, definitely make sure to follow the meal plan.
Here are some other reasons this place is better than my previous experiences:
Free trial session - I decided to sign up for a free trial session since there wasn't much of a downside. Maik got back to me really fast and I was able to do the trial session the next day since there was an open spot.
Equipment - Really nice equipment that makes the exercises really easy to do and puts less stress on the body.
Clean Gym & Bathroom - This is the cleanest gym I've ever been to and the bathroom is clean. The bathroom is nice because it's not one of those shared bathrooms and you can change into and out of your work clothes.
Friendly Environment - The trainers and the clients are really friendly and warm. I feel pretty at ease working out there.
Knowledge - Everyone there are very knowledgeable and will explain the exercises, concepts, the reasons for doing certain things. They'll always answer any questions you'll have.
Location - It's ideally located in Midtown near the E, F, N, W, R and the Lexington Avenue bus lines.
Pricing - The pricing is higher than the other places I went to, but I feel the quality of the training justifies it. Also, it's an investment for my own health and quality of life, which should save me money in the long run. I like the fact that you can buy a number of sessions instead of being charged as you go like the other...
Read moreTLDR: If you want the best and are serious about your training, go to Maik.
I've worked with many trainers in my time -- from boutique gyms, group training, to individual trainers. Through my search, I can say that Maik is the best trainer I have ever worked with so far and here's why:
Tailored Plans: There are many personal trainers out there and most of them do not have the expertise to work with specific goals. Sure - any training is better than nothing, but if your goal is to achieve a certain aesthetic and to do so efficiently, you have to go to Maik. He tailors the plan based on your goals and if you stick to it, the progress follows.
Knowledge: Maik has a wealth of knowledge and no nonsense attitude when it comes to building muscle and diet. I can easily say that majority of trainers learn what they need to in order to attain their license and perhaps not much after that. In my first few sessions with Maik, I have learned so much. His concepts are nuanced because they are based on a combination of science and experience. Too many trainers base their training plans purely on the anecdotal but that's not going to work for everyone. And speaking of his experience, it leads me to my third point.
Credentials: As a bodybuilder and Olympian swimmer, Maik has gone through all of the discipline and training in order to achieve the highest level or fitness and athleticism. Many trainers do not have these credentials. Sure, being a high level athlete doesn't automatically make you a great personal trainer but given #1 and #2, having these credentials really lends to the credibility.
Anyway If you are truly serious about your goals, you really need to visit Maik and his team. Other than the points above: The gym has the best equipment -- many which I've never seen and are custom made from Germany. It's also very spacious and is never too crowded Everyone is very friendly and it's not an intimidating environment.
To keep things fair, if I had to call out any negatives: -This style of training is not for everyone. It's not a place to only sit and chat or complain about your exercise. -It's a no frills place when it comes to amenities - but I would say the quality of training, expertise, and equipment greatly overcome this Lack of cardio equipment (specifically a treadmill (I'm biased as a runner)) - there's a rower but that's about it. In Maik's defense, it is not what he specializes in. Why cast a...
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