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  1. jhsalah

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    #1 jhsalah, Aug 28, 2006
    I know this is way, way off topic, but I wanted to post here instead of in the main Off-Topic thread because I need someone very local. Anyone know any good personal trainers, in particular weights and boxing, in Manhattan proper (i.e. ideally not Brooklyn or Queens). Looking for someone very professional, who will work *without* a year-long contract (hence not going to a brand name gym), who will do month-to-month, for a minimum 3 days a week, in the morning.

    Thanks all,
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    #2 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    I used to box in college, but never really got too into it. Personally I go to NYSC and I really like it. I got a couple of free 1 one trial things in the mail if you are interested (even though its a chain gym).
     
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    #3 ClydeM, Aug 28, 2006
    Get married. You'll have a sparing partner for life.
     
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    #4 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    There you go Jawad. Problem solved:) When in doubt, always ask Clyde.
     
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    Ha ha ha... A truer thing has never been spoken, Clyde.
     
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    Used to be a member of NYSC, then Bally's when there was one in the basement of my building. Had a boxing trainer at Bally's. I was pretty into it for a while but had to quit just before getting to my first real spar (because I was slammed at work and kept having to miss appointments).

    That's not an issue now, but I don't know how long I will be here (may not go anywhere, or may go far... Nothing decided.) So I can't do any chain gym. They have minimum yearly contracts. Besides I want someone good who will essentially perform a miracle with me in a month or two...
     
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    #7 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    Ah gotcha...maybe you should hire clint eastwood and morgan freeman:) Sorry I dont know any personal trainers.
     
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    #8 rpps, Aug 28, 2006
    too bad you're looking only in manhattan because i have the right guy for you. the only problem is he is based in nj.
     
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    #9 NYCFERRARIS, Aug 28, 2006
    i know somwone very good but is female..do you have a preference ( I know boxing might be weird though..hittiing a girl...)
     
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    No macho hangups here. My first boxing trainer was a girl. Kicked my ass (although it was really fun hearing her say once, only half seriously I'm sure: "take a little off that right hook! I'm just a girl!"). Nothing but respect for her. If she's good, she's good. You can PM me the info if you want. Many thanks.
     
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    #11 jhsalah, Aug 28, 2006
    Hmmm. I wonder, does your guy travel? Any chance he already has a client in the city? Anyway, thanks for taking the time to reply to the post.
     
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    Jawad -- I do PT with a guy up in the gym by me on 105th ST and Bway. I would suggest that you find a gym close by that you are comfortable with, and then use the PT by you. There should be tons down by you.

    Don't worry, I just about passed out the first session I had with him :) I haven't worked this hard since I was in the service. It's hard gettin' old, eh?

    *EDIT* Just read the bit about not wanting a sign up with a gym. Here is what I do: meet with my trainer once a week, he sets up a routine for me. I work out 3-4 times a week and the next week we review and we progress. I work at the gym without him. I would really recommend joining a gym, it'll be much easier for you.

    -N
     
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    #13 wassabihg, Aug 28, 2006
    How bout we go out 3 nights a week with the hottiest girls... let them dance by themselves while we sit down and watch, and when guys start approaching them you practice box in real life conditions.. :D
     
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    #14 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    hahah, and you thought I was bad when I recommended stuffing a girl in the trunk of your fcar;)
     
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    #15 wassabihg, Aug 28, 2006
    Sorry for the OT J, but I know you and Shivam got the #s of the girls from last friday... I want those pics! Any way of calling them to email them to us?
     
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    it is doubtful, he is in high demand from many pro-athletes and he has a limited schedule; if you'd like more info check defrancostraining.com

    if you call/e-mail tell him 'poz' recommended him
     
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    #17 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    Jawad got their numbers in his phone, they took my phone and card and called their phone with my phone...if that makes any sense:) I want those pictures also.
     
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    Ha ha... yeah, it's tough getting old. I always thought it was a big cliché, but you do begin to feel different when you turn 30. ... There's small gym in my basement but no room to really do that kind of a work out, and no heavy bag. As for joining a mainstream gym, it's just not an option, because I may or may not be moving in a few months -- possibly as little as 2 months. Gym contracts are notoriously difficult to get out of, and I had the same headache with NYSC and Bally's. I HATE dealing with those a-holes -- they make you feel like you have to sign away your life for the "privilege" of working out there. Now if I can find a different kind of gym very close to me without this kind of hassel, I'd be happy to join.

    Richard, thanks for the tip. I'll check it out. Maybe he knows someone in NYC...
     
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    I got the number of the one with longer blonde hair (the thinner one). What was her name -- Carol?? I don't want to call them just yet, but maybe will in a few days or a week. Also, I gave the short one my email address, maybe they'll send the pictures themselves...

    Ha ha... Yeah, that would be fun right up until someone kicked my a$$ which, in my current state, wouldn't be too hard at all.
     
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    #20 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    Dont remember their names at all. I think they mentioned them once, but i forgot.
     
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    #21 wassabihg, Aug 28, 2006
    Carol, Carol and Carol.. :D
     
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    #22 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    lol, at least if you are dating them all at the same time, you dont have to learn 3 names;)
     
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    #23 jhsalah, Aug 28, 2006
    Hey, I wouldn't put that past Hovik. He's quite the ladies man.
    He'll probably show up to some run with all three of them sleeping in the back of a car :D
     
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    Hey we're the same age :) Remember when you could treat your body like a sewer and it would be fine the next day? lol.

    The gym up by me is about $650 for the weight/cardio room for the year. Always pretty empty, and a pretty nice facility. Here's where I go: http://www.healthylivingnyc.com/find-it/gallery/303/1

    I bet they would do a 6-month or month-to-month.

    Where are you thinking of moving to? Hate to see another NY'er head to the wrong coast (eh Emil).

    -N
     
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    #25 Parikh1234, Aug 28, 2006
    hahaha and then he would put them in my car where they would get woozy on the twisties. Then we would end up leaving one of them behind. :)
     
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