I was once just a nerdy kid who wanted to look like the comic book character on his t-shirt. Now I'm a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Precision Nutrition Coach (PN1) who helps others build the body they want. Whether you're looking to build serious muscle, reach new levels of strength and athleticism, or just want to finally shed those last ten pounds, I can help you make it happen.
When not training clients (or Pokemon), you can probably find me reading comics, running a game of Dungeons & Dragons, or playing Magic: The Gathering. Justin has real passion for fitness and a real authentic desire to help people help themselves. Year after year, together we've made real goals and, through thoughtfully tailored programs, achieved them.
When not training clients (or Pokemon), you can probably find me reading comics, running a game of Dungeons & Dragons, or playing Magic: The Gathering. Justin has real passion for fitness and a real authentic desire to help people help themselves. Year after year, together we've made real goals and, through thoughtfully tailored programs, achieved them.
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Every time you watch a Marvel movie or open a comic book, you think about how cool it would be to have a ripped and muscular physique like your favorite hero. I know, I know. Building a body like the Hollywood elite can seem about as feasible as picking up Thor's hammer. Fortunately, I have some good news: while I can't guarantee you'll be able to swing Mjolnir around, you're definitely worthy of a heroic physique!
Initially, I came to Justin to get help with an injured knee. I had been a weightlifter and runner through graduate school, but after an injury, nearly eighteen months of hit-and-miss physical therapy meant that my overall strength and conditioning level had atrophied. After Justin helped me bridge physical therapy to fully return to the activities I'd enjoyed, like running, hiking, and weightlifting, we decided to keep working together.
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Becky Smyth
Aug 20, 2021
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Justin is an amazing trainer! I have worked with him over 6 years and during that time, he has trained me for my first century (100 mile) bike ride, through a chronic injury and more recently, through the challenges of the pandemic - supporting both the physical and mental. He meets you where you are. I am the strongest and most fit I have ever been thanks to him!
As someone with a science background, I especially appreciate Justin's knowledge of the science - and NOT the social media 'trends' - behind the best fitness, nutrition and health information he provides. I have absolute confidence that
As someone with a science background, I especially appreciate Justin's knowledge of the science - and NOT the social media 'trends' - behind the best fitness, nutrition and health information he provides. I have absolute confidence that
Ali T.
Aug 02, 2021
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I have been working with Justin for the past five years. His knowledge and experience has provided a great amount of help and resources over the years. Not only were able to stay fit but also recover from multiple sports injuries (skiing, basketball), gaining more strength and agility than ever before. Whether your goals are fitness, strength, or both, Justin is the right trainer for your goals. Based on where you are and what you aim to do, he will prescribe a very detailed program, and follow through your progress while also providing great coaching and motivation along the way. I strongly recommend
Brandon Hynes
Jul 25, 2021
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Justin is a consummate professional with a breadth of skilled knowledge on your personal fitness goals. Over the course of the past 6 months, he has gradually helped me overcome my challenges with strength training. Through his consistent training exercises, I've definitely become stronger and leaner more quickly than I ever could have on my own. I would recommend Justin as a personal trainer not only because of the wealth of knowledge and skills he possesses but also because he's friendly and easy to talk to while training. There's nothing worse than training with someone that seems bored, distracted
Brandon Racer
Jul 22, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
Justin is an exceptional strength and fitness coach - knowledgeable, patient, empathetic, and affable. He strives to understand your goals and designs a customized program to fit your needs and objectives. The sea of fitness culture is tumultuous and confusion, and Justin provides clarity and direction.
Justin is an exceptional strength and fitness coach - knowledgeable, patient, empathetic, and affable. He strives to understand your goals and designs a customized program to fit your needs and objectives. The sea of fitness culture is tumultuous and confusion, and Justin provides clarity and direction.
Martino Colon
Jul 14, 2021
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Working with Justin has been a true blessing. I met with him after years of trying to figure out how to treat my own physical ailments, and quickly learned he was just the person I needed to work with. With the current state of the fitness industry, it's great to meet someone who follows the facts; you won't hear of any BS Instagram "get-fit-quick" nonsense from Justin. His workout plans are tailored to your needs, and he will quickly adapt the workout plan to accommodate any exercises that may cause discomfort. After working with Justin for only 3 months, the majority of the pain in my shoulder
Lindsay S.
Feb 15, 2020
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I'm a mother of two who is in the best shape, form, and health of my entire life. Honestly, I seem to be aging in reverse and people tell me all the time! I look good, feel great, and am empowered to make the right choices for my body and lifestyle.
I can deadlift 140% of my body weight, squat 100% of my body weight, and throw it around with the meatheads at the gym any day of the week. Talk about fun.
To be clear: I have been very athletic my entire life. I swam every day during two pregnancies, and am incredibly active outside of my training sessions, danced seriously from the age of 2
I can deadlift 140% of my body weight, squat 100% of my body weight, and throw it around with the meatheads at the gym any day of the week. Talk about fun.
To be clear: I have been very athletic my entire life. I swam every day during two pregnancies, and am incredibly active outside of my training sessions, danced seriously from the age of 2
George J.
Feb 07, 2020
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I've been training within Justin for several years. He has the perfect combination of knowledge, skill, and judgment for a trainer. He listens to what I'm looking for and meets me where I am, while steering me clear of fads and gimmicks. He knows when to push and when to lay back, and he keeps every session engaging and fun.
Andy A.
Jan 22, 2020
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There are a lot of challenges Justin has helped me with, but I'd say the most meaningful is helping me overcome several injuries - I injured my shoulder surfing several years ago and, despite a surgery, physical therapy, and work with other trainers, it just nagged me and wouldn't heal up.
Justin identified the issue and built a plan to get me back to fighting fit, all while continuing to help me focus on overall health. Most importantly, though, he helped me understand the anatomy of the shoulder and (here's the kicker) the compensation patterns built up over time that kept me
Justin identified the issue and built a plan to get me back to fighting fit, all while continuing to help me focus on overall health. Most importantly, though, he helped me understand the anatomy of the shoulder and (here's the kicker) the compensation patterns built up over time that kept me
James C.
Jan 18, 2020
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I can't say enough good things about Justin. 3 years ago I was over 300 pounds which was 100 more than the high end of my appropriate weight range. I looked and felt awful. I decided it was time to put myself and my health first for a change. I participated in a weight loss program through Kaiser and at the same time started working out with Justin. We started slowly and he never judged me. He was always supportive.
Over the last 2 years thanks to Justin I have not only been able to keep the weight off but I have not had issues with loose skin from the weight loss and did not need skin reduction
Over the last 2 years thanks to Justin I have not only been able to keep the weight off but I have not had issues with loose skin from the weight loss and did not need skin reduction
Jackie Quinn
Dec 30, 2019
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I had always been one of those runners who never saw the point in hitting the weight room (if I'm not sweating profusely, it doesn't count as a workout, right?), but since I've started working with Justin it's become an essential part of my routine! Reasons why:
- I love how it feels to lift heavy! It makes me feel strong and capable, and there's no way I would have gotten to the level where I am without Justin's guidance. And the strength has translated into stability and power in my primary sport. Finally getting some tone in my upper body has been nice too.
- Justin tailors his training to
- I love how it feels to lift heavy! It makes me feel strong and capable, and there's no way I would have gotten to the level where I am without Justin's guidance. And the strength has translated into stability and power in my primary sport. Finally getting some tone in my upper body has been nice too.
- Justin tailors his training to
Tim Bundy
Aug 28, 2019
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Initially, I came to Justin to get help with an injured knee. I had been a weightlifter and runner through graduate school, but after an injury, nearly eighteen months of hit-and-miss physical therapy meant that my overall strength and conditioning level had atrophied. After Justin helped me bridge physical therapy to fully return to the activities I’d enjoyed, like running, hiking, and weightlifting, we decided to keep working together.
Since then, we’ve restarted with the basics and entirely rebuilt my body: improving my form, increasing my strength, protecting me against future injury,
Since then, we’ve restarted with the basics and entirely rebuilt my body: improving my form, increasing my strength, protecting me against future injury,
Lisa Isola
Jun 11, 2019
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I was hesitant to start working out with Justin as I was out of shape and I didn’t have any experience with strength training, I was afraid that there would be too much that I couldn’t do.
Justin met me right at my level of ability, he has been great at identifying my strengths and weaknesses and modifying exercises so that I could do them and then building bridges to get me where I want to be.
I cannot say enough great things about Justin as a trainer. He is reliable and easy to work with, is great at tailoring our routines to my needs, and he keeps every workout entertaining with his great
Justin met me right at my level of ability, he has been great at identifying my strengths and weaknesses and modifying exercises so that I could do them and then building bridges to get me where I want to be.
I cannot say enough great things about Justin as a trainer. He is reliable and easy to work with, is great at tailoring our routines to my needs, and he keeps every workout entertaining with his great
Norm L.
Sep 22, 2018
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Justin is a superb trainer. I searched online for a good true lifting/training facility after moving to SF within the last year, and found Triptych - and, through them, starting working with Justin. I am 60 - I have had lifelong fitness deficiencies and have been recovering from some health challenges, but I wanted to work hard and GET RESULTS. Thanks to Justin (and Triptych) - I am! Real RESULTS. Of course, no trainer can do the work for you - I work hard - but Justin doesn't just put me through a routine, he educates me. He provides links to workout videos (some of which are his own
