Testimonials

Hi

My name is Cathy Atkinson and I am a resident of Erin Ontario. My husband Jim and I moved up to the country to Erin October 5th 2011 from Mississauga. Health and fitness has always been a big part of my life, so when Jim and I made the decision to move, I needed to find a place to keep up with my exercise regime. My real estate agent referred me to Fit You. I started working out with Janet Hern one week after I moved in and I have been there 6 times a week since.

Working out at Fityou is like no other work out I have been through. I was in shape when I started, and now….I am in the best shape of my life. I couldn't believe the transformation. I noticed a change in my body within 2 months of attending. I was skeptical at first…simply because it costs more than a regular gym…However Fit You is not a gym. It's a place to go for small group personal training that gets results. I found out that ….Fityou….Fit's me.

If you are searching for a place to work out that will get results, provide an opportunity to meet great people, and to achieve an overall sense of well being as well as your fitness goals….Fit You is the place to be!

Fityou definitely has a better you in mind! Janet has a variety of equipment which makes each session with her different and fun. I don't worry about trying something new because she makes sure that I do the exercises correctly. Each time I attend her Kickboxing and TRX Bootcamp sessions, I know that I will have a great workout because Janet knows what I can do and she will push me to improve. I appreciate that she offers alternative exercises when needed. Since I started training with Janet, I have increased my upper and lower body strength and I have noticed more definition in my arms and shoulders. Fityou is a great fit for me!

Nancy

When I started training with Janet, I was 17 lbs over weight and felt really negative about my body. I had never been out of shape before and it was really the first time I lacked the motivation to get back on track.

I didn't want to work out with others feeling this way and so I decided to look into personal training so that I could focus on myself and improving my personal fitness. I heard about Janet from a friend and thought I'd meet with her.

After just one session, I felt empowered! Janet was enthusiastic and gave me achievable challenges that boosted my confidence and a variety of training exercises that improved my overall strength and endurance. I saw results in my shape and my performance was better each work out.

Janet is personal, encouraging and an excellent example of what she practices. She knows just how hard to push in order to have you reach your full potential. I feel strong, fit and in control and Janet was a huge motivating factor in my new mind set!

Thank-you Janet!

Nicole

Hi Janet,

When I decided I needed to seek help for my weight, I was the heaviest I have ever been. I have always been overweight but didn't realize the impact of added weight on your system until my Mom underwent a hip replacement operation. That was my catalyst to make a change. I live in Erin and finding a good place to workout close to home was important to me. When I saw Janet's website I figured, hey why not? Gyms have never been successful for me. After meeting Janet I knew she would make a difference. Her positive attitude and gentle encouragement has kept me coming back to her for personal training week after week. I have been working out with her for close to 6 months now and have no intention of stopping!

Janet has helped me accomplish my dream of being able to run 5K and still continues to amaze and inspire me to greatness. At the fitness bootcamp weekend on August 12, I rode a bike 6K after 10 years and conquered my boat fear I actually Canoed AND Kayaked. She is an amazing person who genuinely cares about you, your health, and well being. If I hadn't met Janet I would not be where I am today in regards to my fitness.

Tara Macpherson

Hi Janet,

About running...
I signed up for Janet's Learn to Run clinic last fall. Although I love
sports, I'm not a "runner". I don't look like a runner, I'm not a fast runner, and I didn't even have good running shoes! So I bought some good shoes and followed Janet's philosophy that everyone can be a runner. I didn't run much through the winter, but did keep active. For me, running with the group is great motivation (we have appointments), and makes it so much fun. I've ran in three races with the ladies we run with so far, with the goal to complete it and beat my own time. I ran my first full 8K the other night at 10-1 intervals and I'm aiming for a 10K race this fall. So far so good!

About weight training...
Personal training with Janet is great. She always knows when you need to be pushed a little more, and when to ease up a bit. She also keeps the exercises varied and challenging, with lots of ideas on how to "torture" us (in a good way!). Personally, I find weight training a challenge on my own, but recognize the benefits of feeling stronger through all aspects of my life. Training in the small group atmosphere is perfect for me - it's a commitment, and a great mix of social time with working out!

Thanks Janet!

Crystal

Hi Janet,

I am still high after the race on Sunday and again thanks for everything. Please thank your husband, Doug and kids as well. Your children are adorable.

I also enclosed the letter I wrote to Marlene Russell at the Advocate. Please do not be upset but I suggested that you would be great for her column. I enclosed the letter I wrote to her so you would know it was all good stuff. I really hope she chooses to interview you.

Rhonda G.

Dear Marlene:

I always enjoy reading your articles about the various people that live in our community. In fact I must confess I am an avid fan of yours. I always find your performances in the local theatre terrific.

I wanted to suggest a person who might be a candidate for your column and whom I know you will enjoy meeting and chatting with. Her name is Janet Hern and she runs (no pun intended) Learn to Run Clinics here in town.

Janet offers two clinics, a 5km and a 10km Learn to Run clinic. In whichever clinic you choose, you run with Janet once a week and commit to run twice a week on your own following the schedule Janet gives you. Each week Janet has a quick talk with the group and gives you an informative handout. If you run the three times per week you will be able to run the distance at the end of your clinic.

At first glance you might think oh another exercise option, but incredibly something else happens to you when you start to be able to run. Taking Janet’s clinic changed my life profoundly. Now not only am I able to handle stress with ease, I have more energy, and a renewed self-confidence in myself that I didn't think was possible. A bonus for me was without dieting and by just following my running schedule in eight weeks I was able to shed twelve pounds and many inches.

To be honest, the first few weeks were a struggle and often my body was asking my brain what was I thinking. But somewhere along the way I discovered myself and soon found I was not only enjoying the running but looking forward to my next run.

Janet’s encouragement and advice have enabled me to give myself a tremendous gift. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Janet and think she is one of our community's best kept secrets well worth revealing.

This is the end of my letter, but not the end of my running. My eight-week clinic ended on a fantastic note. Janet had encouraged our group to enter in a five kilometre race in Waterloo. Crossing the finish line while hearing my children cheer for me will always be one of my favourite moments in my life. I am going to maintain my distance over the winter and will be back in the spring for Janet’s 10-km clinic.

I hope you are able to meet and chat with Janet and allow others the possibility of discovering the benefits of running.

Sincerely,

Rhonda G.

Hi Janet,

When I started your 'Learn to Run 5k Clinic' I never imagined that one day my middle aged body would be able to run 10k and more. Your positive attitude and friendly encouragement gave me the confidence to keep going when I doubted that I could do it.

My resting pulse has dropped from 77 to 62 beats per minute and I am thrilled with this great improvement in my cardiac fitness.

Thanks so much for your guidance and unfailing patience. I look forward to continuing the journey to my goal of optimal weight and fitness with you by my side or behind me with a cattle prod! :>)

Sincerely,

Judy T.

I am a runner. I am a motivated person. I love running, I love exercise and I love feeling good about myself. And, running and working out makes me feel great! I did not need personal training to convince me of that.

What I did need was a little push to do better! Runners can so easily get stuck in a rut of not wanting to be better. I mean, we are not elite athletes (most of us!) so sometimes you can easily hit a plateau, and think that what you are doing is all you can do. Well, that leads to boredom!

Janet helped me understand that by running more efficiently, by building strength, by toning up some parts of my body, I could run faster, healthier and, ironically, spend less time doing it. Before going to Janet, I ran four times a week and ran the same distance and speed each time. Janet totally changed my workout. I started running hills. I started to try speed work that would make me faster. I began doing interval training. Janet taught me how to incorporate a variety of workouts into my week. This variety made me a stronger runner in just one month (as long as I keep it up!). I could feel the difference in my running. I felt stronger and faster. I felt strong when I would climb those hills at a faster pace than the week before. I felt better because I was toning up parts of my body that annoyed me. Incorporating strength training (weights) a few times into my workouts each week made me not only a stronger overall person, but a stronger runner.

I took five whole minutes off my personal best half-marathon time in just a few weeks of personal training. I had run less, felt better, was a faster and stronger runner. It just takes some care and attention, expertise, enthusiasm and motivation. I think I was stuck in a rut with my running. By learning from Janet, I am definitely out of that rut. I have always loved running, but in the past two months I love running more than ever. Every run during my week is different than the last. I am building muscle and toning my body, but not 'bulking' up. I am feeling more energetic because I am running and working out more efficiently.

Mary C.

Hi Janet,

Thank you so much for deciding to run a clinic in Erin - if it wasn't for you (and Tanya who saw your ad) I wouldn't have found this new love in my life!

Thank you. Let us know if we're starting the next session this Saturday (I can't wait!)

A fellow runner (ha ha, I can actually say that now :0)

Laurie Ann

Good morning Janet

Thanks for introducing the concept of "proper" running last night - it seems odd to say this, but I am looking forward to my next run/walk.

Have a nice day.

Colleen