Before & After Stories & Pictures
On May 15, 2009, at the age of 48, my life changed forever after meeting Jerry at Elite Fitness for my initial consultation.
I weighed about 260 lbs., my cholesterol was at 435, and I suffered with a severe case of sleep apnea. I had several surgeries to “fix” the snoring and sleep apnea problems but nothing worked. I took medication for cholesterol. My body and joints were always sore, I was lethargic, lazy, and had a little to no energy level.
I woke up one morning and decided I had to make dramatic changes if I were going to be around to watch my two young boys and my grandson grow up. I was very receptive to all of Jerry’s recommendations and training and worked very hard to achieve my goals.
Through Jerry, I have learned to make wonderful life style changes. I have learned about proper nutrition and proper exercise. I firmly believe these two items are the key to a healthy and happier life.
I lost over 60 lbs. of fat while gaining some rather nice looking muscles. Within the first three months my cholesterol went down to 120 and I no longer need to take medication. I sleep more soundly and the snoring is virtually gone. I feel and look healthier today than I did in my early twenties. At my last doctor’s visit he couldn’t believe I was the same person and asked to see my I.D. The nice compliments, a better golf game, and having a tremendous energy level are just a few more bonuses that came along with the program.
I now have my entire family going to see Jerry on a regular basis to keep us all healthy and happy. I highly recommend Jerry and the staff at Elite Fitness to anyone that is serious about changing their life for the better.
Steve Shepard – 60 Pound Total Weight Loss
Because of sleep apnea, high blood pressure and being a diet controlled diabetic. Christi who is a very close friend of mine pushed me to see Jerry. My doctor recommended lap band surgery. I knew this was a band-aid solution to a long term problem. I lost weight before and put it back on because of bad habits. I committed myself to doing it right.
On May 20th 2009, I had my first appointment with Jerry. After we talked about my fitness goals and horrific eating habits, he put me on a healthy eating plan that took some serious adjusting. That is when I realized that this is not your typical diet to loose weight. This was going to be a permanent life style change.
It did not take long for me to realize that Jerry is very committed to being a fitness instructor. His knowledge and expertise proved to be the recipe that I needed for a better quality of life. Even though the workouts are very challenging, he changes them to make it interesting. Making that appointment was the best thing that I ever did for myself.
I was 331 pounds. In 4 months, I lost 90 pounds. I feel better, look better and sleep better. More important, I no longer take prescription medication. I consider Jerry an excellent fitness trainer and a wealth of knowledge when incorporating food and exercise for a healthy lifestyle. I am looking forward to a very long friendship with him.
D. Wallace
January 5, 2010 was the day my husband and I stepped into Jerry’s gym. I was 157 lbs. Per Jerry’s instructions, I started with a jog/brisk walk (3.0) on the treadmill for 16 minutes—a long 16 minutes. I distinctly remember asking him if this pain in my chest was “normal” or was I having a heart attack. I stuck it out and finished my first work out. Before leaving that night I asked him, ‘Ok, what do I do to get rid of this?’ I had made a muscle with my right arm, jiggled it and pointed to the “jiggly-hangy-down part”. His reply: ‘Eat what I tell you.’
How would I describe my eight months with Jerry? Extremely rewarding. He is a down to earth guy, no B.S. from him at all. He is focused on you, he is there for you and he encourages you throughout the workout. He makes you feel you are capable of everything he asks of you. He watches your moves on the machines, making sure you are doing them correctly and won’t hurt yourself. If you ask, Jerry will explain why he does certain things and how it benefits you. You have questions on what you should or should not be eating, alternative options for certain foods? Jerry is happy to answer your questions, just text him.
It is now August, 2010, and I have lost 32 lbs.! Back down to 125 lbs., a size 5 and best of all: no jiggly-hangy-down part under my arm! YEAH! I am able to kick up that treadmill to 7.0 for at least 1 minute and I enjoy it. I feel better about myself, I feel alive again. Not once have I regretted this decision. Would I do it again? Gain the weight back? Heck no! But would I come back and work out with Jerry and learn from him? Hell yeah!
Marie S. – 32 Pound Total Weight Loss
For several years my wife and I both knew we had to change our eating habits and not just to lose weight, but to get healthy. It wasn’t until we saw what Jerry had done for a friend of ours, did we actually get off the couch and get to work.
My wife and I worked out together with Jerry. We started to see results much sooner than we expected. He held each of us accountable with weekly weigh-ins. I eventually got to the point where I didn’t want to let him down and that made me work all that much harder. I went from 206 to 170 pounds and through the meal plan he gave me, I lowered my cholesterol from 213 to 117in about four months.
Jerry is very passionate and knowledgeable about what he does, and that is what makes him so good at it. He is always available to answer any questions. When I’m at home or work, I can text him and usually get a quick response. Since losing the weight, I am being asked what did I do and who is my trainer. I tell everyone the same thing: “His name is Jerry and if you are serious about changing, then give him a call.”
Ralph S. – 36 Pound Total Weight Loss
After retaining the services of Jerry Gamallo of Elite Fitness in Torrance (CA), I dropped from 216 Lbs to 185 Lbs and lost 3 inches from my waistline.
Jerry customized my workouts to work around – and in some cases actually reverse – injuries I had sustained during my athletic career. My capacity to endure rigorous cardio exercises increased and my overall strength skyrocketed. The personalized diets Jerry developed dramatically accelerated my results, providing me with a long-overdue sanity check about nutrition and its close correlation to fitness.
The facts detailed above – as well as the photos – portray some aspects of Elite Fitness. But it is the rare combination of technical competence, enthusiasm, encouragement, and professionalism that Jerry consistently exhibit which makes them a wise choice for anyone that is serious about improving their fitness. They have captured the essence of what many prospective clients search for, and all too rarely find.
Chad – Torrance, CA
I dare you! I double dare you to guess my age! I am in better shape, stronger, and healthier than I was at 25! Jerry delivers! He is an artist when it comes to sculpting bodies – both male and female. He customizes the workout to specifically fit my body’s needs and he changes it up to keep it fun, challenging, and interesting. Jerry takes pride in every client he trains. He is personally invested in every client’s success and pushes even the most avid and knowledgeable fitness buff to levels they thought were unattainable. He balances the right amount of weight training, cardio exercise, supplement use and diet; all strategies are tailored to meet the individual needs of each client.
Jerry always makes sure that I understand and perform each exercise correctly so that I can obtain the maximum results and benefit from each rep. Jerry gave me the exercises to get the body I wanted and very quickly. I always knew I could be more toned and that I perhaps had 5-10 lbs to lose – but when we got started and I saw the definition in my thighs, stomach, and my favorite – my ARMS – I went from 148 lbs to 122 lbs and gained a lot of hot looking muscle! I absolutely love the new look and I think that for each lb I lost, I also gained a year of my life back. No one ever guesses my real age – how fun is that?
The best part is that when I am traveling too much and living life just a little too fully, Jerry gets me back on track within a few weeks. I believe that of all things I do for myself, of all the new gorgeous clothes I can buy or botox to consider, my investment with Jerry had and always will have the best return!
Theresa St. Piere – 26 Pound Total Weight Loss
I had tried many diets. I had lost a little weight with my latest attempt but was struggling when a friend told me about Jerry at Elite Fitness. With his help I have lost 130 pounds.
Being so heavy, I was apprehensive about trying a large generic fitness center or spa. Elite’s personal one-on-one private training was just what I needed. They were even able to tailor my workout around an old leg injury that still troubles me.
Jerry is always so positive and supportive; he has helped me build the confidence and willpower I needed to change my life. Thank you Elite Fitness.
Keith Stillion – 130 Pound Total Weight Loss
I knew it was time to correct my unhealthy lifestyle…I was 44 years old, 45 lbs. overweight, on too many prescription medications and knew it was time to get healthy or never see 50. Since joining Elite Fitness Torrance I’ve lost the 45 lbs., been released of all my prescription medications, feel and look better than I have in the last 25 years. When I started training with Jerry, I asked him to teach me healthy living and to want to work out. He did exactly that! I couldn’t be happier or healthier and my cardiologist was so impressed he personally called Jerry to commend him on a job well done. I thank Jerry for guiding me through the workouts and the lifestyle changes. I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher and friend. Thank you Elite Fitness!
Will Cato – 45 Pound Total Weight Loss
After 5 years with one trainer and only losing 15 pounds, the trainer fired me as a client. Luck would have it that I was referred to Jerry at Elite Fitness. With his diligent coaching on both diet and exercise, I dropped from a large ladies size 12 to a ladies size 6 in only six months, losing 30 pounds. My eating habits have changed. Over the next year, I lost another 12 pounds and wear a size 2 pant. My eating habits are almost where I want them. I continue to work with Jerry on my muscle definition. My goal is to eat healthy and to be in top physical condition for my age. At 52 years old, I can do more than I have ever been able to. I look better than I did as a teen. His customized diet and workout routine are unbelievable.
Gwen Powell – 46 Pound Total Weight Loss
I loved my time at Elite Fitness. Jerry is a great motivator. He helped me change my life. I lost 80 pounds in the year I spent there. The diet was basic and easy to follow. I have so much energy and I haven’t felt this good since I was in my twenties!
Judy – 80 Pound Total Weight Loss
I had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis several years ago. I had residual balance, motor control and fatigue problems due to the MS. I had never exercised before and had spent much of my life being inactive and overweight. I started working out with Jerry at Elite Fitness about 6 months ago. My results are nothing short of a miracle. I have lost 40 lbs, have reached my goal weight and toned my body, however, the bonus is that I have greatly improved my balance and motor skills as well as have more energy than I ever had, even more than I had 20 years ago! I do not hesitate to recommend Jerry and the great trainers at Elite Fitness for getting in shape and also for helping with MS symptoms.
Sarah Johnson – Torrance, CA
I had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis several years ago. I had residual balance, motor control and fatigue problems due to the MS. I had never exercised before and had spent much of my life being inactive and overweight. I started working out with Jerry at Elite Fitness about 6 months ago. My results are nothing short of a miracle. I have lost 40 lbs, have reached my goal weight and toned my body, however, the bonus is that I have greatly improved my balance and motor skills as well as have more energy than I ever had, even more than I had 20 years ago! I do not hesitate to recommend Jerry and the great trainers at Elite Fitness for getting in shape and also for helping with MS symptoms.
Sarah Johnson – Torrance, CA
Training with Jerry at Elite Fitness has allowed me to achieve my weight goals, toning goals, and beyond! It has been so inspiring to not only see my own transformation to becoming fit, but also the success of other clients. Elite Fitness is personal training at its best!
Ann Howard