We have a loyal following...

...our personal trainers and therapists have a reputation for excellence (click each for name below to open and close for more information)

• Mike R, Triathlete, London

  "I just have to say...I am really enjoying the conditioning work with Michael and can definitely feel the benefit transferring over to my bike and run.

  I now don't have the aches and pains I have been experiencing and my running performance in particular has really improved"

  
  
• AMSA, ABN AMRO, London

  "I am not a gym person. I don't like to exercise. But it is something that I want to change. I have struggled with trainers in the past as they either made me feel small or incompetent when I didn't meet their expectations.

  Michael works with me on the fitness goals that I want to achieve for myself and doesn't make me feel bad when I take the occasional step back. He helps me keep on track, even on those days when sitting on the sofa and having a chocolate brownie is a much better option!"

• Gary Steadman, Adecco, Borehamwood

  "After a cricketing injury, I could not do any form of activity for over a year. This meant that I piled on weight (3 Stone) and became incredibly unfit. I went to see Michael at Integra and within a very short time, I started becoming fitter and more importantly started losing weight! After my sessions had finished I had lost well over 2 stone and was fitter than I had ever been!

  More importantly I started playing cricket again. I had the season of my life and even won the Wisden Cricketer Magazine: Player of the Year for 2006 - I attribute this to being far fitter thanks to Michael!

  As a result, I came back for Winter 2006/7 training ready for this years cricket season - and as expected I am fit and ready to go. Michael has been a legend for me and although Michael worked very hard, the results spoke for themselves!"

• Maria Kennedy, Accenture, London

  "I have been working with Michael for the past six months and really feel that his coaching has made a difference to my overall performance and motivation. He has worked on my posture and overall core strength which is making a noticeable difference especially as a reoccurring knee injury has now disappeared.

  I would not have believed that my overall strength could be improved to the degree that it has. All that plus Michael's relaxed and easy going manner makes for an excellent session every week."

• Marla Brown, Gensler, London

  Let's be clear - I am NOT a morning person. The alarm going off in the morning is one of my least favourite things. The other one is being out of shape. I want a defined, muscled (toned) physique.

  After much thought and consternation, I finally admitted to myself that the ONLY time I could consistently guarantee to be someplace at a specific time, ready for a workout was in the morning before work…

  After a year of training (yes - before work) twice a week (with a few breaks for holidays and snow/leaves on the tracks), I can confirm it has been worth it. I am able to keep setting that alarm clock and getting myself out of bed because of the personality and obvious expertise of the person that meets me in the gym and puts me through the paces - AND the results of course.

  I have worked out on and off for most of my life in gyms on my own and with personal trainers. The biggest difference for me is that from the very first meeting, Michael listened to what I wanted to accomplish. He has delivered workouts that steadily push me in that direction. The workouts are constantly changing which makes it easy to stay enthused and focused. Michael is very knowledgeable, takes a holistic approach and gives me the confidence that he knows what he is doing and knows what results to expect.

  I’ve just started my second year confident that I can rely on Michael to get me where I want to go. I guess I will keep setting that alarm clock….

• Joyce Newman, Freelance Massage Therapist, London

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• Louise M, Lawyer, London

  I have worked with various trainers over the past 3 years and can say that since working with Michael, my performance has improved, both in the gym, but also with my running, I just don't get injuries anymore...

  Also, my weight is lower, I feel and look so much better and I am actually enjoying training! Michael knows when to push and when to just step back and leave me alone!

• Gene Cleckley, Communications Manager, London

  "I had been going to the gym for many years in both New York and London. After using a personal trainer at one of London's 'leading' health clubs, I was becoming more and more disillusioned with the staff and my results. I came to Integra because I needed to take things to the next level.

  The tailored and individualised service I have received has enabled me to maximise my time in the gym and achieve my goals quicker. Michael has advised me on every aspect of my training from my nutrition to rest and to my exercise (and squashing quite a few myths along the way). I really enjoy our sessions every week and I have never looked or felt better!"

• Irene Dorner, Banker, London

  "Having trained with a variety of trainers over the last four years, I can unreservedly say that Michael is the best. I trained there for several months before a job move from London. I can honestly say, that along with my osteopath, I miss it the most. Michael particularly helped me with my posture as well as helped provide me with physical (strength and cardio), nutritional and emotional advice.

  Michael's knowledge of all things connected with the fitness profession is prodigious. Every session made me feel good which was of particular benefit to me. Although I've been a keen gym user for some time, Integra's training really made a difference. I now take a size smaller in trousers!"

• Mark Nicholls, Trader, London

  "...you are evil...my body feels like it has moved in ways that it has never before, I am feeling muscles that I didn't know existed and my appetite has gone through the roof... But I am feeling great and I am loving it!"

• Patrick Meade, Consultant, New York

  "I was recommended to Integra by an excellent massage therapist at www.triyoga.com who noticed that my posture was very much out of line. She convinced me that my regular gym and running activities would only continue to increase the damage. I had used personal trainers before, but with only limited improvements and was a little sceptical of how much Integra could help my posture. However, I decided one visit couldn't hurt too much.

  I was both surprised and immediately appreciative at the end of the first session. Integra identified the extent of the problem and what would fix it. The exercises developed for me helped my back and neck feel so much better - they just felt so right! They weren't forced and were exactly what my body needed. Since then, my posture has improved immensely and my neck and back pain have completely disappeared (not to mention that my body has improved muscle strength and tone). Integra is the best personal trainer service I've ever worked with and I recommend it whole-heartedly"

• Sam Milot, Producer, London

  "Over the years, I have tried diet and exercise with the aim of losing body fat. I also wanted to feel better and get fitter. Unfortunately, I've found the results from past training were opposite to what I was trying to achieve. I was left feeling tired after the exercises and never seemed to feel better. Plus, although I did lose a few pounds, the weight would creep back on soon after.

  I decided to use the services of a personal trainer and was recommended to Integra by a friend. I have been extremely pleased by the amount of attention to detail that has been put into my exercise, nutrition and general lifestyle. The results have been excellent! I've actually achieved my goals quicker than I thought. I would highly recommend Integra to anyone who is looking to lose weight and generally get fitter."

• Tom Roberts, Partner, London

  "The trainers at Integra are obviously technicians who take the science of their work extremely seriously and it is a matter of pride for them that they get results. I have trained with various trainers at clubs in New York and around London and nothing comes close to Integra."

• Paula Dewar, GB Triathlete / Triathlon Coach, Kent

  "In the time I have been working with Michael, quite major results have been achieved. He very quickly identified how my performance as a triathlete might be improved through specific conditioning.

  This has been borne out recently as an osteopath who had previously assessed my movement with respect to running gait commented on how much my gait had improved. The areas she pointed out were the exact areas Michael had independently identified and addressed in my conditioning. The work I do with Michael is challenging, but always enjoyable and the true measure of success has been in the results."

• Dan McNeil, London

  "I was a complete newcomer to the gym and made an appointment with Integra after being directed to the website by a friend. I felt at ease from the first session. The infectious enthusiasm displayed by Michael makes training never feel like a chore.

  My overall goal is to improve my general fitness and, in the process, lose some body fat. During the first session, Michael listened carefully to me and tailored my programme accordingly. After only a relatively short time, I am already seeing results and I would heartily recommend it."

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