testimonials

Hi my name is Karen and I would like to say I thought I was in shape until I started working with Derek one on one. Training with him is great he keeps it fresh always something different. I like the way he tailors your work out to you. I feel stronger and more fit than I have felt in a long time. I also have more energy to do all the things I like to do. I will keep training with her and I would recommend him to anyone who wants a butt kicking workout that will get you into great shape!” – Karen

I just started training with Derek and I can’t wait to see the results! I want to get stronger and leaner and I am sure that training with Derek that I can achieve my goals. I like the way he targets certain body groups, and the workout is intense enough to keep you motivated and excited! I would recommend Derek to anyone who is serious about getting into great shape! – Jim

What can I say …Explosive’ is what Derek is to me… there are specific skills, talents and attributes a personal trainer has and Derek has all that is required to make a difference and excel from others. I am very fortunate to have met Derek Cuma 7 yrs ago; it has been in the last year that I have been struggling with my weight. I was going to the gym and doing nothing but staying the same and getting very frustrated. For the past five months, he has been my personal trainer and he has changed my life. Derek’s approach is professional and dedicated. He cares about health and he cares about achieving great results no matter what. Derek is focused and ever-changing his training methods to increase strength and endurance while sculpting your body. Derek is the “Terminator” 100% dedication I hear his in my sleep…”power and strength” and that is what his workouts consist of. His programs are varied and very challenging and it makes it motivating to continue. As I said he always gives 100%. I started with Derek wearing a size 10 and with his amazing skill I have dropped 4 sizes. WOW!!! Amazing! I would recommend Derek to anyone that wants a change to their life he has inspired me I feel amazing, confident and able to take on any challenge that comes my way and I owe it all to this lady who loves his work. Another part of training with his that I enjoy is his sense of humour and stamina which in turn makes me want more and I’m able to push myself to reach my limits. I do not want to lose his and will continue to be his student. I love who he is, love my workouts and if you are thinking how I can change myself to be healthy and fit at any age…Call the ‘terminator’ Derek Cuma he will change your life.

For years we’ve exercised on and off but we’ve never really known if the exercises we were doing were the right ones to get the results that we were after. Finally, we decided to take the plunge and go to a personal trainer. We’ve been working with Derek for the past 5 weeks and we’re seeing positive results. We’re learning what exercises we should be doing and the proper technique when doing them. In addition to the exercising, we’re learning about nutrition and the importance that it plays in one’s fitness and results. The twice a week sessions are tough! Derek puts you through a really tough program but when you see the results, it makes it all worth while. While it’s hard work, we can honestly say Derek also makes it enjoyable, so much so that we actually look forward to the sessions! Derek motivates and pushes you to levels that you don’t think you can achieve and he does it in a safe and knowledgeable way. I know the results that we’re seeing would not have been achieved on our own.

Firstly, I am not the kind of person who usually would take the time to sit down and write a testimonial but this is definitely one of those times.

Bio: Dec/09 51 years old 177 lbs 34”+ waist Non exerciser, smoker, drinker and poor eating habits, never been part of a gym. I started training with Derek back in December /09 I could tell right away that he meant business when it came to setting up a program that would achieve the results I had requested. My thoughts were to work out regularly for a couple of months and loss some weight that should be all I would need to do to reach my goals. Derek taught me that fitness is a lifestyle and that my diet was just as important as the workout to achieve a good fitness level. My workouts started with the lightest of weights (as that was all I could lift) and my cardio was non existent. My work outs are twice a week for one hour and each time I am finished I am both exhausted and energized at the same time. Derek is like a drill sergeant (but a lot nicer) putting me through a strict regiment of weights, running and strengthening drills. Each session we usually work on different muscle groups. I realized right away that there was no way I could complete my work outs unless I did change my eating habits. Over time I started to want more and asked Derek what we could add, he suggested heavier weights with his husband Derek. Again, Derek is very professional in the presentation and follow through of his programs. I now work out three times a week and love every minute of it. I have a high energy level and feel great. I have significantly improved my muscle mass, definition, strength and cardio.

Bio: May/10 Still 51 years old 168 lbs 31” waist Smoker, drinker with much better eating habits. I pay for an hour workout and know that I am achieving far more than a person who joins a gym with little to no instruction and tries to figure out what works and what doesn’t. Derek is highly skilled professionals when it comes to health and fitness and I highly recommend you to give him a try. If he can whip me into shape then there is hope for everyone who is willing to listen and put in the effort. Best of luck and thanks for all that you’ve done to significantly improve my health.