I have trained with John in his gym and remotely for 10 years. Originally I was hesitant to do remote training because I have always been more motivated when I leave my home and go to the gym. A pandemic and a busy travel schedule were the impetus to give remote training a try. It has worked out perfectly. John is an excellent motivator and keeps one focused on the training goals with a thoroughness I did not expect remotely. His communication is spot on. He listens to questions and responds to comments quickly. This is a skill one does not often find.

John is outstanding at adapting the workout to one’s goals and to one’s condition. I have recently dealt with medical issues and John has worked with me to assure I maintain overall fitness changing my routines to accommodate the problems. He asks questions, urges one to ask questions and keeps a dialogue going about the workouts.

John attends continuing education classes and workshops and brings new ideas and suggestions to workouts to keep them challenging and motivating.

I have worked with other personal trainers. John is head and shoulders above any others and I strongly recommend him.

 I do not like exercising at all but my decision to go to Francis fitness has been life changing. Through his program I have gotten stronger and more flexible. The change is obvious and my body thanks John and I will continue to keep going to Francis fitness as long as I am able. He knows his stuff and enjoys seeing improvements as much as I do

 I started in John’s first pilates class nearly 20 years ago. His workouts were not only rigorous but actually enjoyable. He taught the class that regardless of age, exercise is necessary to continue a healthy and active lifestyle. He adapted the exercises to our individual needs and encouraged us to do that extra rep or stretch just a little farther. Because of his guidance and expertise, movement is a part of my daily routine. Did I mention, I am 75, workout for at least an hour everyday and keep up with three very active grandkids. Thanks John for being a major influence in my life.

Highly Recommended Fitness Training John Francis of Francis Fitness, an expert Physical Therapist Assistant for more than 27 years, has recently expanded his private fitness practice. His Fitness facility, attached to his home in Binghamton, is extremely well outfitted, containing a wide range of fitness tools to provide just the right combination of exercises to meet the needs of clients regardless of their level of fitness and physical challenges. I have used john's fitness training services for months and appreciate his skill and patient teaching style. John is kind, knowledgeable, and can be trusted to help clients, as he has helped me to find the right combination of exercises at the right pace. He teaches how to perform exercises and demonstrates each one, providing a high level of confidence that, regardless of any health and wellness issues, he will help us meet fitness goals. He meets our needs, not forcing us to work out beyond our readiness. I recommend him highly and look forward to my next session. I know it will be very affordable and effectively taught.

 I have trained with John for several years and If you looking for a trainer, I would highly recommend him. What really stands out with John as a trainer is his passion to help you met your goals and to expand his training knowledge. I can’t even tell you how many times I have showed up for a session and John would start it off by saying I just learned some new techniques at a seminar and I want to try them out with you. He is constantly changing up your workouts and I think that is what helped me stay engaged and motivated. Another aspect of John’s training that stands out is his actual gym set up. He has wide variety of work out equipment to help you meet your workout goals.

 I’ve been working with John for almost one year, and being able to see and feel the results is so rewarding…!
John is very adept at knowing individual needs according to their work/lifestyle. The core work has been so beneficial to my overall strength and balance. Francis Fitness is definitely a worthwhile addition to my lifestyle, I highly recommend John as a personal trainer.

 I have been a client of John’s for over 10years in one capacity or another.from Pilates class to cardio core class he always made it fun, but rigorous.
Now that I am having physical limitations I am working one on one with him. His training as a pt assistant really helps as I train. He still makes it fun. Hardly like work at all. I would highly recommend him for where ever you are in your fitness journey.
Barb

Recommends Francis Fitness At a young age, I knew I wanted to play softball at the collegiate level. John was the first person my parents and I reached out to to begin fitness training. John created workouts specifically for me that helped me on the field immensely. John went above and beyond to help me reach my goals. During our workouts, he always explained the purpose of each workout, answered any questions I had, and was always encouraging. I gained immeasurable strength and confidence during the years working with John. John taught me the value of good health which would benefit me in years to come. His training pushed me to become the best athlete that I could be. My parents felt that I was safe with John as my trainer. John really opened the door for my love for fitness. John’s professionalism is truly unmatched.

Training with John Francis of FrancisFitness.com had a significant impact on my life - my strength, flexibility, and endurance increased. The ability to train remotely from a distance gives me the flexibility I need with my busy schedule and allows me to work with a super trainer even though we’re in different states. The dedicated app makes working with John easy and convenient. The app delivers workouts and videos of proper form that are personalized for me by John, and the messaging feature provides timely communication between John and I that is integrated with my workouts.

I injured myself over a year ago and learned of John's personal training background from the physical therapist I was getting treatment from. I had lost confidence in my ability to exercise without hurting myself, and was also bothered with chronic hip and lower back pain. I started working with John because I wanted someone who was well-versed in injury prevention and recovery, as well as aging joints. In addition to being a trainer, John is a also a PTA. With John's help and patience, I was able to get stronger, regain my stability and also exercise again with confidence that I can get strong and feel good again, without overdoing it. He helped me understand that as we age, we need to change the way we exercise, but that doesn't mean we can’t still be fit. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to improve their fitness and also to those dealing with prior injuries and feeling like they haven’t been able to make consistent progress getting back into shape.

I’ve been working with John for almost one year, and being able to see and feel the results is so rewarding…! John is very adept at knowing individual needs according to their work/lifestyle. The core work has been so beneficial to my overall strength and balance. Francis Fitness is definitely a worthwhile addition to my lifestyle, I highly recommend John as a personal trainer.

I have trained with John in his gym and remotely for 10 years. Originally I was hesitant to do remote training because I have always been more motivated when I leave my home and go to the gym. A pandemic and a busy travel schedule were the impetus to give remote training a try. It has worked out perfectly. John is an excellent motivator and keeps one focused on the training goals with a thoroughness I did not expect remotely. His communication is spot on. He listens to questions and responds to comments quickly. This is a skill one does not often find. John is outstanding at adapting the workout to one’s goals and to one’s condition. I have recently dealt with medical issues and John has worked with me to assure I maintain overall fitness changing my routines to accommodate the problems. He asks questions, urges one to ask questions and keeps a dialogue going about the workouts. John attends continuing education classes and workshops and brings new ideas and suggestions to workouts to keep them challenging and motivating. I have worked with other personal trainers. John is head and shoulders above any others and I strongly recommend him.

I highly recommend John Francis for in person or remote training. We began training over 12 years ago following shoulder surgery. John’s workout programs helped rebuild strength and core, and sessions can be tailored to specific needs. John’s expertise, along with a fully equipped gym have added another fitness component to my tennis and daily walking regimen. Claudia,

I would highly recommend John to help you achieve any training goal! He taught my two college athletes long-lasting techniques and exercises to prevent injuries. He’s began working with them since when they were in middle school and with similar sports, same family, it would have been easy for John to use the same training techniques and advice. But, John saw past that and saw two different body styles, two different needs, two different kids and trained them to meet and exceed their similar goals! Even if you aren’t a young athlete and you just want to get fit … small or big goals, John will get you there! Thank you John for all you do!

I injured myself over a year ago and learned of John's personal training background from the physical therapist I was getting treatment from. I had lost confidence in my ability to exercise without hurting myself, and was also bothered with chronic hip and lower back pain. I started working with John because I wanted someone who was well-versed in injury prevention and recovery, as well as aging joints. In addition to being a trainer, John is a also a PTA. With John's help and patience, I was able to get stronger, regain my stability and also exercise again with confidence that I can get strong and feel good again, without overdoing it. He helped me understand that as we age, we need to change the way we exercise, but that doesn't mean we can’t still be fit. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to improve their fitness and also to those dealing with prior injuries and feeling like they haven’t been able to make consistent progress getting back into shape.

 I had injured myself over a year ago and learned of John's personal training background from the physical therapist I was getting treatment from. I had lost confidence in my ability to exercise without hurting myself, and was also bothered with chronic hip and lower back pain. I started working with John because I wanted someone who was well-versed in injury prevention and recovery, as well as aging joints. In addition to being a trainer, John is a also a PTA. With John's help and patience, I was able to get stronger, regain my stability and also exercise again with confidence that I could get strong and fit again. He helped me understand that fitness changes as we age, but that doesn't mean we can't be fit. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get fit (or fitter) and anyone dealing with prior injuries and feels like they aren't able to make consistent progress getting back into shape.

 One on one experience, great atmosphere and very personable. Recommend if you want that mentor/push experience.