Forza Wellness — Local services in Philadelphia

I was 52 years old recovering from knee surgery and 20 pounds overweight. I was not unfamiliar with the gym, cardio and strength training were part of my daily routine. I needed to do something different because I was not moving the needle and as the aging process started to settle in, I was becoming more prone to injury. I started working with Davide 12 months ago and it has been life changing. Davide’s vast knowledge of the nutrition and fitness space has proven to be invaluable. My workouts have been turned upside down, less time in the gym and an increase in intensity. He is a bulldog about nutrition and is very clear about the choices that you make and the impact on your health. His purposeful approach, ability to get to know you both from a health/fitness perspective and personally and his sense of humor are all part of a winning formula. Now at 53, I am down approximately 15 pounds and my overall health is better than it has ever been. I work out with Davide approximately 2 times per month (I do not live or work in the city). Our sessions are intense, he is fully engaged and makes you feel like you are his only client. My cardio endurance is stronger now vs. twenty years ago. Additionally, during my last physical in November my overall cholesterol was the lowest it has ever been and according to my doctor I have the blood pressure of a high school student! Davide is the accountability that I desperately needed, and I have reached a point where if I do not connect at least 2x per month it psychologically impacts my willingness to continue to pursue a step change improvement in my health. Davide is a critical part in making...

I first met Davide when I was traveling on business. I was looking for a message therapist I could call upon when I traveled to the area and Davide certainly exceeded my expectations. He gives an incredible spa quality massage. I expressed to him during my second appointme that I wish he lived in Boston so I could train with him. To my surprise he offered up remote training using email, telephone and facetime. At first I was skeptical if such a solution would work for me, but Davide's personality is so genuine, friendly, infectious and motivating I figured I'd give him a shot. I was thinking I failed with countless trainers in the past in person, why not try something new (and I'm sure glad I did). Davide is extremely knowledgeable and an amazing listener. He helped me focus with both my diet and workouts. Davide helped me exceed my weight loss and fitness goals because he MOTIVATED me and he kept me accountable. I always looked forward to my calls, his energy and desire to help me is something I will forever be...

Carla Waldron is an amazing trainer and I recommend her wholeheartedly. There are 3 reasons for this. First, she is creative. She will organize a session in a way where you are trying novel, unexpected movements and exercises that will both surprise you and have you doing more than you thought you were capable of without the dread of “i can’t lift that” mindset. Second she is encouraging in a way that is thoughtful, genuine and not overbearing. Finally she is a master at customizing sessions to your strengths and weaknesses. Honestly you don’t realize what you have accomplished until after the session is over. I wholeheartedly recommend her as the best trainer that I have every...