Studio One Fitness

Margaret DaCosta

studioonefitness — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 03:59:06 +0000

I got to a point in my life where I did not feel comfortable with my weight and also wanted to tone my body but I didn’t know where to turn to start me on the right path to a healthy and permanent lifestyle change. I knew I needed some guidance and someone to push me to my limit. When I came to Studio One I spoke with Eric Chow about my needs and goals. After doing an assessment with Eric, I truly knew I was ready for the challenge. He set me up with a program that has now become part of my lifestyle.

My training consisted of cardio along with weight training, as well as nutrition and smart food choices which was a big part. When I started out I was 144 lbs and my body fat was 36%. Now I am 134 lbs and my body fat is down to 29% with over 12 inches lost overall. Eric has been very good at listening to my needs and was always encouraging and challenging me along the way. I am very proud at how far I have come and how much stronger and confident I feel. Thanks to Eric and all the staff at Studio One for all of your help and support.

~ Margaret DaCosta

Mark Perkins

studioonefitness — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 04:32:53 +0000

I have always struggled with being under weight. I have joined many different gyms on several occasions, and time after time I failed to see any true results. Around the time I was introduced to Eric Chow at Studio One Fitness I was at a low point and truly wanted to make a positive change in my life. Not only did Eric set tough but obtainable goals, he influenced me to make the needed changes in my lifestyle and diet. He would always follow through to ensure that I was following his advice. When starting with Eric I was at an unhealthy 106 pounds. Since then I have gained over 30 pounds of lean muscle, increased strength considerably, and see amazing improvements in my posture.

I have been training with Eric for 2 years now and see the results I have always searched for. We are now setting new goals and I look forward to achieving them. Coming to Studio One and training with Eric Chow has been a tremendous experience and would recommend Studio One Fitness to anyone who is looking for change. Thank You Eric and all the staff at Studio One fitness for your help and knowledge.

~ Mark Perkins

Anoop Joshi

studioonefitness — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 16:05:12 +0000

Everyone wants to lose weight and look better, but in April of 2011 I decided to take a serious step forward towards my own health and appearance by hiring a personal trainer. When I signed up with Studio One Fitness I expected effective workouts in a private training atmosphere but they in fact exceeded my expectations. I feel motivated, productive, and thoroughly educated when I workout there and that’s been the key for me to get to my goals and change my entire lifestyle.

I was 227lbs with a body fat percentage of 23% when I started. My waist size was a 40. Now I weigh 171lbs with a body fat percentage of 16%! Throughout my programs, I’ve had to get my pants altered on a regular basis! Now my waist size is 31, and I’m still training at Studio One Fitness to challenge myself to new levels of fitness.

Thank you Raymond and Eric.

Joanthon Liew

studioonefitness — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 02:15:58 +0000

I’ve been overweight most of my life. I didn’t have the worst diet but my lifestyle needed a change for the better. That’s when I decided to give Raymond and Studio 1 Fitness a try. Now here I am, volunteering my time to write about my story, so that others can feel as great about themselves as I do. Raymond’s training programs are fun and challenging. He incorporates a lot of boxing and martial arts training into my routines to keep things interesting, but it’s great because now I can defend myself as well. He is also very knowledgable and educates me about the human body, the exercises and nutrition. Studio 1 Fitness’ facility is private and that’s my favourite thing about it. There are no other members judging me when I work out. There is also no wait time for weights and machines.

I would not workout anywhere else! I was 185 lbs and over 20% before I started training with Raymond. Now my entire body composition has changed! I’m 160 lbs with way more muscle! I’ve dropped down to 13% body fat and I plan to keep on shredding. The girls can’t stay off me and the guys won’t dare to fight me! Not enough can be said about how Raymond’s training methods and I cannot be more thankful for what he’s done for me.

~ Joanthon Liew

Steve Pickthall

studioonefitness — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:09:02 +0000

Prior to joining studio one, I considered myself a so-called “hard gainer”. I had exercised and lifted weights before, but only saw moderate gains in both size and strength. After some searching, I decided to train at Studio One and see if a personal trainer might be able to get me closer to my fitness goals.

Right from the initial assessment, it was clear that the trainers at Studio One had both the experience and knowledge necessary to help me meet my targets. Both Eric and Ray taught me not only proper technique, but also specially tailored my diet to match my goals. After only 51 sessions, I was able to put on 23 lbs of lean muscle and also gained a total of 24 inches.

Thank you to Eric, Ray and the rest of the Studio One staff!

~Steve Pickthall

Kevin Singh

studioonefitness — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:32:50 +0000

Throughout my life I was always known as the “little guy”, especially throughout my teenage years. I could eat almost anything and not gain a single pound. I tried working out on my own in my early twenties to put on some weight but nothing seemed to work. Then I heard about Studio One Fitness.

I started at Studio One a short 6 months ago. When I started training with Simon, I weighed a measly 115 lbs with about 6.9% body fat and could hardly bench press 60 lbs. Simon was absolutely great and whipped me up to shape rather quickly, moving me up in my first 4 months to 136 lbs. From there I started training with Eric and now weigh over 140LBS with less than 9% body fat. I feel stronger and healthier than I ever have in my life. Thanks to Simon and Eric I can now bench over 200 lbs and squat over 250 lbs!!! I plan on working even harder now so I can reach my goal of over 150 lbs which I plan to break soon!

Working with Simon and Eric here at Studio One has truly been one of the best decisions I have made in my life and I would refer anyone to them. Eric and Simon are two of the best trainers hands down. Their expansion here at Studio One Fitness is a testament to their dedication and commitment to their clients’ needs and personal goals. Studio One Fitness is the way to go as long as you are ready to work and work hard because nothing comes easy!!!

Thanks again Eric & Simon!

~ Kevin Singh

Priya

studioonefitness — Sat, 16 May 2009 04:24:31 +0000

I can’t believe in the short time that I’ve been working out with Eric at Studio One Fitness I’ve lost over 30 lbs and dropped over 10% in body fat. Before I started my program with Eric 8.5 months ago, I weighed 155lbs and had 34% body fat.

The program consisted of weight training and cardio programs which changed every 4 to 6 weeks. My program was monitored so that my body would not plateau and I could continue to progress towards my goal. On top of the training and cardio Eric monitored by nutrition, slowly making changes to my diet so that I would learn to eat a healthier lifestyle. Through proper progression it allowed me not to lose weight too fast because that would be unhealthy.

Today I weigh 124 lbs and my body fat is down to 23%. I can not believe the inches that I have lost and the amount of muscle I gained. I wouldn’t have been able to achieve my weight loss goals without Eric’s dedication and knowledge of exercise and nutrition. I want to personally thank Eric and his staff at Studio One Fitness for their help and support through my programming. I will continue to train with Eric and have now set new goals for the future. Who would of thought I can be in the best shape of my life after having two kids!!

~ Priya

Nick Rico

studioonefitness — Sat, 16 May 2009 04:04:35 +0000

Sure everyone wants to look like a superstar, but I had a good reason! Working with celebrities and in the entertainment industry everyday in Toronto and Los Angeles, I had to not only look stunning, but had to feel it as well. Cut to walking into Studio One Fitness’ doors in March and after only 8 months, I am not only getting compliments in Toronto, but the snobby lifestyle in LA is starting to notice my results as well.

As someone who gets bored very quickly, Eric changed the routines (as I progressed, the program became more challenging) in perfect time, and I learned about muscles I never knew existed. Diet changes were easy to adapt to both at home and at restaurants/social environments. In a matter of 8 months, I lost over 30 pounds, reduced my body fat from 22% to 13% and increased my strength. I went from dreading working out to actually loving it. When you feel and see the benefits as I have with Eric, you too will love it.

With Eric’s help, now is my time to be the superstar on the red carpet full of confidence! I’m over here Paparazzi. There’s a new star in town!!

~ Nick Rico

Sanjay Vermani

studioonefitness — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 04:12:18 +0000

I can’t believe what I have been able to achieve and overcome in such a short amount of time. Seven months ago I was over weight and out of shape, did not partake in any physical activities, my diet was horrible and I did not know how to eat well. I knew that I had to change my lifestyle habits, however I did not know how or where to begin. That is until I came to Eric Chow’s personal training studio one day, and everything changed.

Seven months ago during my initial assessment, I weighed in at 200 lbs with 22% body fat. I was not able to do any push-ups/sit-ups, could barely do one chin up, and could not even go on the exercise bike for more then 2 min. While talking to Eric he explained everything to me and as well went through what I wanted and also set goals for the year. After discussing everything with him I felt that I should give it a try and so far I am not regretting it. The trainer that I was assigned to is Simon, and he is an excellent trainer. He educated and various exercises as well as provided feed back on how to achieve my goal. I trusted him throughout and listened to everything he has to say and would like me to do and by that I have achieved far more results that I thought I would. Not only have I learned proper and safe physical training, I have also developed a profound understanding of healthy eating and dieting.

I never had the strength in working out and keeping in shape on my own. With Simon and the people at studio One fitness always kept me interested and wanting to do more. Everyone at studio one is very professional and they care and help you achieve your goals you have made. Now I am 163lbs and at 11% body fat now with eating right and exercising I have got to this goal and now working on new goals that I have in place

Thanks Simon and Studio One Fitness!

~ Sanjay Vermani

Laura Fulton

studioonefitness — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 03:42:48 +0000

Like many women, I have spent a lot of time and energy struggling with my weight and body image. I have noticed as I am getting older, weight and muscle-tone have become increasingly harder to control.

I tried the usual strategies, joining numerous gyms and trying every fad diet – nothing achieved the slimmer, firmer, stronger results that I was seeking. The more I tried and failed, the more I lost my motivation. When I became engaged, I knew I wanted to look fabulous for the wedding! I was desperate to make a significant change and realized I lacked the knowledge to be successful.

When I came into Studio One for the first time and met with Eric, I knew this was going to be exactly what I needed. Eric and the staff at Studio One challenged me to reach my goals and coached me the whole way. The one-on-one instruction and personal attention combined with a program specifically designed for me, kept me highly motivated. I became totally committed as I clearly and constantly saw results. Not only did I lose more than 15lbs but I totally reshaped, strengthen and toned my body. I look better, I feel better, and clothes fit me better. Now in my thirties I am in better shape than I was in my twenties!

I joined Studio One to lose weight for my wedding and achieved more than I had imagined possible. Now that the wedding is over I am determined to continue. I have more energy and a new confidence that has changed my life.

Thanks guys!

~ Laura Fulton