“My goals before I started training with John were to have a longer life, more energy and to not sport the “dad bod” anymore. Before I hired John my main reservation was investing in his coaching as well my gym membership. After being on the program for over 4 months, I see lots of progress from focused workouts and disciplined food consumption. I’m not just losing weight, but I’m building muscle and liking what I see in the mirror every day. I went into it thinking I would try this out for a few months and see if it was worth it. Now I’m down over 40lbs. I look and feel better than I have in quite some time. In addition I have increased my muscle mass and definition, have more strength, energy, confidence, a better diet and a greater understanding of what healthy foods are. The constant clarity and encouragement from John have been the driving force behind me continuing to push myself. When people ask me ‘How did you do it!?’ I recommend John! It’s a great feeling putting on a medium t-shirt and 32 inch jeans and having them fit comfortably!”
— K. Dunlop - Alberta, Canada
“My goals were to lose some weight, learn about my nutritional needs (what my body was lacking) and I wanted to change my body composition.
I am happy to say that after working with John over the last several months, I have reduced my triglycerides from 2.89mmol/l to 0.60mmol/l, my weight has decreased from 190lbs to 169lbs, my body fat has gone from 24% to 18% (which is 13lbs), my waist size went from 36” to 33”, and I am now wearing clothes that I couldn’t fit into last winter. People are making comments on how I look much more fit and slim! My strength has really improved and I’m able to do quite a few bodyweight exercises that I couldn’t do months ago. I can now better identify the ‘right’ foods and make wiser choices. John has supplied me with lots of resources to find simple, easy ways to make meals. I am not that skilled when it comes to cooking, but I have now been able to make great meals in a timely matter that actually taste good and keep me fuller for longer.
John experiments with nutrition and passes his knowledge on so others can benefit. I have definitely been one of those people! I would recommend John because he has integrity, is knowledgeable, passionate and dedicated. One of the most important factors is that he actually practices what he preaches. Walks the walk as they say! So many times have I seen trainers or professionals in the fitness industry not take their own advice. I look forward to see what the next 6 months will bring! Thank you John!””
— S. B. - Alberta, Canada
“Before hiring John I had just moved to Vancouver and wanted to continue with a functional training approach so I searched Instagram and chose John because he looked like he “walked the walk” and knew the science. I was comfortable working with John as he is easy-going and competent. I had several goals that I wanted to work towards and John helped me achieve them all by developing a clear game plan. I increased my core strength, flexibility and arm strength. In addition, my body-fat dropped from 20% to 17% and I no longer get lower back soreness! If you are looking for someone to help you achieve your goals I would definitely recommend John. He is inspiring, yet makes you feel comfortable. In addition, he is full of energy and an easy guy to build a relationship with.”
— Michael Bradley - BC, Canada
“I’m a fifty-year old male that was athletic in my teens and as a young adult. As I got older and my focus became my family, I gained weight and was not happy with my physique. I was unsure of where to start and how to go about making the desired changes.
I set up an appointment with John Fawcus to go over my concerns and my goals. My goals were to drop weight and gain muscle definition. John was very good about easing me back into a fitness routine, stressing proper technique and form, and also taking into consideration my age.
After following his instructions, I felt great and started gaining strength and muscle. John explained to me that training should be a lifestyle commitment. I still go by his motto and his philosophy. I train three times a week and feel terrific thanks to John!”
— John Smart - Owner of North Shore Concrete - BC, Canada
“Prior to hiring John I had known him for some time as a friend. I hired John as my trainer because of his genuine kindness, caring nature, as well as his background in kinesiology and martial arts. Being a professional stuntman with an unpredictable schedule it was important to me that I have an efficient yet effective, travel-friendly workout routine without the need for gym equipment. John demonstrated his care and expertise by providing me with a personalized plan that met all of my needs. I would definitely recommend John because he is able to cater to someone’s specific needs regardless of their body type, goals, lifestyle or diet.”
— Steve Chang - Professional Stuntman - BC, Canada
“I started working with John several years ago when I decided to begin working out at the gym. As I was never the strongest, biggest, or fastest person, I was afraid of embarrassing myself in the gym. Luckily, John was very encouraging during training and never made me feel as though I didn’t belong. My goal was to establish a practical exercise routine and improve my overall athletic performance. He combined his knowledge of kinesiology, and experience in martial arts, to help me find a work out that fit me well. Throughout my training, John always made sure I learned the proper technique for every exercise in order to make sure that I was training safely. Despite the fact that John worked me hard every session, I thoroughly enjoyed training with him. After beginning training with John, I noticed an increase in my performance and stamina in Taekwondo, skiing and all other physical activities. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending John to anyone looking to start, or merely touch-up, their work out routine.”
— Jonathan Bulger - BC, Canada
“I have had a number of trainers over the years and it is important to me that a trainer provide safe and effective training instruction which I can follow after my sessions. John was extremely knowledgeable and customized a program for me that I continue to use today. Having a chronic back problem, I was wanting to develop a strong core without further aggravating my back. Working with John helped me strengthen my core and alleviate some of my back pain. John taught me about proper posture and execution of exercises to avoid further injury to the back. Training with John was very enjoyable as he is upbeat, professional and very attentive. I felt completely safe with John, who explained the reasons and mechanics of each exercise and took great care to ensure I was doing them correctly. I would go back to training with John and would recommend him to anyone who is serious about a developing a sound and well thought out exercise program.”
— Vince Santacroce - Lawyer - BC, Canada
“When I was looking at a personal trainer my biggest concern was cost. After already paying a gym membership I wasn’t really using, I was concerned a personal trainer would just be more money wasted. John was very accommodating to discuss finances and willing to present options that worked for both of us. It was really a no-brainer in the end. I had two goals when I started working with John: 1) I needed a kick start to get me motivated for training again and 2) I was more concerned with overall fitness than just a quick “weight loss” gimmick. After working with John, I was quickly motivated and excited to work out again. I saw significant changes in my strength and overall appearance and I was able to focus more on technique rather than just moving a weight around, thinking I was doing it right. My overall experience with John was very enjoyable. John has a great way of keeping you motivated with his positive energy, and he did a great job in talking about technique and why it was important. During my training with John, I felt extremely safe. One thing he did very well was knowing how far to push me, but also knowing where the line of safety was. I really miss working with John since having moved out of town. He’s a great motivator and coach that actually cares about quality. He’s the perfect mix of pushy and patience. I’d recommend him without question.”
— Tom B. - Professional Pilot - Alberta, Canada
“John is a great personal trainer who uses a wide variety of exercises and training methods to keep you motivated. He also helped me work through a chronic shoulder issue and strengthen the whole area. I highly recommend him.”
— Ren Speer - Sales Manager - BC, Canada
“I found John to be a very knowledgeable trainer who created workouts that were both enjoyable and appropriately challenging for my level of fitness. I get bored easily when I exercise, so John tailored my workouts with plenty of variety to keep me engaged and looking forward to my next session. John emphasized proper form and technique during our workouts, so I always felt that my safety was his priority. My workouts with John were effective so that my fitness level increased and John helped and supported me in achieving my personal fitness goals.”
— Matt Tomporowski - BC, Canada
“After several lower back injuries, I decided I needed a new approach to not only recover from my injury, but also to prevent another. My chiropractor recommended training with John as my personal trainer, to help build up my core muscles and to improve my overall strength and conditioning. We began to train weekly and I quickly noticed a change in my overall physical health and confidence. I have suffered from lower back issues for years and have tried all types of physical therapies. John’s personal training was definitely the best investment in my health and I would recommend him to anyone! John’s approach always made me feel comfortable. The training was physically challenging, but I always enjoyed the experience and was able to see and feel my progress. Thanks to John, I have not suffered another back injury since.”
— Justin - Motion Picture Technician - BC, Canada
“Several years back, I went to my physician, complaining of muscle weakness, and balance and coordination issues. It was at that time that I started exercising at the gym with a trainer. After a few years, that trainer left and my case was passed to John Fawcus. My personality is introverted so changes, such as these, are difficult for me; I think that John sensed my reservations and to help me transition, learned my current workout routine and minimized any changes. John was aware of my primary symptoms and ensured my exercise routine took them into account, primarily: muscle weakness, balance, coordination, and movement disorders. After a few sessions, John had built a good rapport with me and focused on those symptoms. Even though John was aware of my goals, he was also aware of my limitations and worked within them. He may have pushed me, but he never put me in danger. Having a background in kinesiology definitely made me comfortable in knowing what movements he could have me do safely. John had me do a variety of exercises and drills to help me achieve my goals. I found many of the exercises humbling and difficult - John sensed that and apart from achieving my goals, made the sessions enjoyable. If John had not moved, I would likely have continued working with him.”
— Tim - BC, Canada
“John is easy to work with and a great task master when you need him to be that - this is a great balance - to help motivate and get going, then staying on path.”
— Mark Gemino - Vice President, Manufacturing Engineering, T2 Systems - BC, Canada
“My husband and I are very happy with the meal coaching we received from John Fawcus! I approached John because we wanted to eat healthy and get away from all the processed food we were eating. We learned quite a few good tricks as well as how to substitute in healthier options for things we were already eating. We made a lot of progress in a short amount of time! The grocery lists were very easy to follow and the meal prepping was exactly what we needed to stay away from snacking. I now feel confident about what I’m buying instead of wandering and guessing in the grocery store. We got exactly what we wanted out of the coaching! John went above and beyond making sure we stayed on track and had all the tools we needed to continue on our own! When we are ready for the next step we will definitely be working with John again!”
