I have been overweight for many
years and seriously wanted to make a
change in my life.
I stopped by Jose’s studio one day and
had an initial meeting with him. I was
very impressed
with the amount of knowledge that
Jose has how totally committed he is
to his clients. He
really cares about his clients and will
always go that extra mile to ensure
you get what you need
out of each session.
In my first twelve weeks, I lost 37 ½
pounds, 33 inches and I gained 17 lbs
of lean muscle
mass. Every step of the way Jose was
there as the sweat was pouring off my
forehead.
years and seriously wanted to make a
change in my life.
I stopped by Jose’s studio one day and
had an initial meeting with him. I was
very impressed
with the amount of knowledge that
Jose has how totally committed he is
to his clients. He
really cares about his clients and will
always go that extra mile to ensure
you get what you need
out of each session.
In my first twelve weeks, I lost 37 ½
pounds, 33 inches and I gained 17 lbs
of lean muscle
mass. Every step of the way Jose was
there as the sweat was pouring off my
forehead.
| KAREN TODAY |
"...If you want a very caring and knowledgeable trainer that is totally one on one, please don’t hesitate to call Jose. Investing in yourself and your own personal well being is the best gift we can give to ourselves!!..." |
| NOREEN BEFORE |
“My husband and I looked for help on the web. I
needed weight loss, and to build strength and energy.
Jose’s methods and successes—and his philosophy
made us want to try his program. He is very
personable; I liked him immediately. Through
exercise, nutrition and motivation, I felt I could be
successful. I have had total confidence in him from
Day 1. Jose is very patient. I am not very coordinated,
left-right, back and forth; so exercise routines were
not easy for me. Jose led me through them teaching
me the skills I needed. I can now manage my weight
and I am even lifting weights! I have never done that
in my life. I have lost 10% body fat, a lot of inches and
am down three dress sizes. I am stronger and feel
much more energetic. I know I am going to
successfully reach my goals!. I would highly
recommend him and I would tell anyone, ‘If you have
tried other programs and are still searching for one
that works—try this. Jose is going to lead you in the
right direction. You will have confidence in him and
confidence in yourself ”
Noreen Panek Administrative Assitant
needed weight loss, and to build strength and energy.
Jose’s methods and successes—and his philosophy
made us want to try his program. He is very
personable; I liked him immediately. Through
exercise, nutrition and motivation, I felt I could be
successful. I have had total confidence in him from
Day 1. Jose is very patient. I am not very coordinated,
left-right, back and forth; so exercise routines were
not easy for me. Jose led me through them teaching
me the skills I needed. I can now manage my weight
and I am even lifting weights! I have never done that
in my life. I have lost 10% body fat, a lot of inches and
am down three dress sizes. I am stronger and feel
much more energetic. I know I am going to
successfully reach my goals!. I would highly
recommend him and I would tell anyone, ‘If you have
tried other programs and are still searching for one
that works—try this. Jose is going to lead you in the
right direction. You will have confidence in him and
confidence in yourself ”
Noreen Panek Administrative Assitant
| NOREEN AFTER |
Ray Panek Factory Office Worker
“In my job I spend ½ my day on my feet. I
needed weight loss and overall body
conditioning. The muscle mass is now better,
with a body fat reduction. I have better
definition. My chest and arms are bigger. Co-
workers, family and friends wonder where the
weight is going. It is not easy—it has to be a
top priority in your life. Jose’ is a facilitator,
but it’s in your hands. You have to dedicate
yourself to a lifestyle change and nutrition.
You have to be willing to work in between
sessions, make a total commitment
emotionally. Jose’ is good at what he does.
After an accident 2 years ago, I was rehab-ing
with Pat Croce (famous trainer and former GM
of the Philadelphia 76ers). Jose’ compares
favorably with him in his skill level and fitness
program. He has a firm basis for the goals he
sets. He employs multiple planes of your body
to increase overall fitness.”
needed weight loss and overall body
conditioning. The muscle mass is now better,
with a body fat reduction. I have better
definition. My chest and arms are bigger. Co-
workers, family and friends wonder where the
weight is going. It is not easy—it has to be a
top priority in your life. Jose’ is a facilitator,
but it’s in your hands. You have to dedicate
yourself to a lifestyle change and nutrition.
You have to be willing to work in between
sessions, make a total commitment
emotionally. Jose’ is good at what he does.
After an accident 2 years ago, I was rehab-ing
with Pat Croce (famous trainer and former GM
of the Philadelphia 76ers). Jose’ compares
favorably with him in his skill level and fitness
program. He has a firm basis for the goals he
sets. He employs multiple planes of your body
to increase overall fitness.”
| RAY B E F O R E |
| RAY AFTER |
“I had 2 children and needed to lose baby weight. I had a knee problem—another reason to
lose weight. I would just walk—I haven’t run since high school. I was lost. Jose’ evaluates
you when you first go there. I started working out. He can help anyone. I couldn’t do 2
minutes on a treadmill now I can do an hour. I really got into the diet part. On his new 12-
week program, there are 3 things that make it work. 1) You have to want to do it—100%, 2)
you have a good diet. You discover what you’re putting in your mouth. 3) You have to have
a good trainer. Jose’ has the program—and I am continuing. I have 40 pounds down, 40
more to go. I feel better out in a bathing suit”.
Denise Schaeffer -_Insurance Agent
| DENISE BEFORE |
| DENISE AFTER |
"Thanks Jose for your encouragement and dedication towards my 12 week program. Nancy Bedel Registered Nurse, MBA" |
| NANCY AFTER |
| NANCY BEFORE |
| “Jose pushes you without demeaning you. He asks what you get out of the program, and then says: “Let’s see what you can handle”. A typical group workout is nonstop cardiovascular and crunches. Lying on the exercise ball is good for my back, and balance, which stabilizes me. There’s lots of bending, stretching, and squeezing, all in planes you don’t normally use. When the workout is done, you feel you’ve done something for yourself. It is like taking a long hot relaxing bath. You are energized and the stress is gone… you feel healthier and more fit. I feel more level- headed. This is an outlet like a steam vent. Now I can walk a mile without worrying if I can make it. It has changed my ability to do things. If something falls. I can retrieve it easily and I no longer have to stop to take a breath when cleaning the house. You should realize you are worth it. It benefits you so you can do more of what you want to do”. Cathy Martin Workers Comp. Claim Rep “I have bad arthritis and weak quads. Working out in a local gym, I had been doing lots of cardio, but had no direction and wasn’t improving my endurance. My goals were to avoid surgery by losing weight, toning up, and slimming muscle mass. Now I have refined my goals to include overall health and feeling good about myself because I’m in my prime! I used to do 100 crunches and now I can do 200 with my legs in the air and a 10 pount weight! Jose is not some musclehead or meathead. He shows and teaches self-worth. I can’t motivate myself the way I can with him. It’s the best money you will ever spend on yourself: one-on-one time with your body. It’s the most money I have ever spent on myself, with the best return on my investment.” Teresa Sylva Auto Damage Insurance Manager |
Frank Childs Project Manager Parsippany, NJ "...I had started a diet, had already lost 60 pounds when I saw Jose’s flyer. I was initially intimidated, out of my element. Sports and physicality is not my milieu; I felt spastic and clumsy. I have a prejudice against body builders; I thought I wouldn’t be able to relate, but it was a business-like first meeting.... |
.....He understood where I was coming from, Jose is easy to talk to… accessible, easy to
work with. Getting in shape is not as daunting a task as you might think- not out of my
range of ability. He got results on me so I am sure others can get results too. I have quit
smoking and will take up jogging. I have more stamina, I have more self confidence. I
feel there is nothing I can’t do.
work with. Getting in shape is not as daunting a task as you might think- not out of my
range of ability. He got results on me so I am sure others can get results too. I have quit
smoking and will take up jogging. I have more stamina, I have more self confidence. I
feel there is nothing I can’t do.
FRANK BEFORE Frank AFTER
| KAREN BEFORE |
| Jose, Just wanted to say a big "thank you" for your hard work, confidence guidance and motivation in making my 20-pound weight loss possible. Can't believe that in a matter of 5 weeks and a day, I have been able to attain this weight loss without feeling deprived or hungry. I truly feel more energized, healthier and more confident in myself. Your constant praise, positiveness and guidance are a huge motivation in attaining my goal weight and in myself. You have made exercising a fun and pleasant experience. I look forward to each workout session with anticipation. It is with this new found attitude and enjoyment that I am confident that I will reach my goal weight and even surpass it. With you by my side as my mentor and friend, I know that nothing is impossible! with deep appreciation, Maria Buckel Tax Assesor (read Maria's poem about Jose). I met Jose at a gym. I was in lousy shape. He said, “I think I can help you get back into condition”. I was impressed. My back was bothering me. He put together a program - a mix of stretching and strength . I didn’t realize how stretching could help me function better. I hit a golf ball better because now I am able to make a full turn. I have taken off weight. The real value of Jose to me is he is there as a motivator. I can go to the gym any time. He will evaluate how well or poorly I have done the job. He will say, “I can see you’re putting on weight. You’re not working that hard.”. Or he will comment, ”You’re more flexible. Now, this is what I’d like to see you do… focusing”. He makes you want to work, You create short term, realistic goals. He is a personal trainer. He figures out what you want and need, when you are motivated or have to get moving again. He has a million and one things going on, but Jose is driven more by your success than the almighty dollar. Larry Belford ( retired advertising executive) I had been an athlete in college. I thought I stayed in reasonably good shape. I constantly exercised, but probably did the wrong things. Through the years I had lost my flexibility. When I touched my toes I could only come within 10 inches of my toes. In addition, I found that my hamstrings had tightened. I also had a bad muscular back problem for the past 30 years. No matter what I tried, whether it was a hard bed, a soft bed or select comfort bed, nothing seemed to work. I was eating Advil like candy in order to find some relief for my back problem. I was so desperate, I was willing to do anything. The most amazing thing happened when Jose started stretching me. I thought all of my muscles were going to go. But I was intent and stayed with it. Within three weeks I could feel the difference. I found I was feeling better and my back didn’t hurt. A friend of mine was having similar problems and signed up with Jose, he is having the same positive results. Kevin Finley Textile Company President "I used to be a runner. Training has always been important, but now I have knee problems. I've had surgery. He warms me up beforehand, getting ready for the workout. I have less fatigue and risk of injury. The exercises are a great benefit to me. I can see results already: my strength, bigger arms, flexibility, stamina and endurance in my lower abdominals. You want to have a better, healthy life, to work on things that are preventable now. Jose' is Knowledgeable about physiology, how muscles need to be stretched. He obviously likes the health business. He knows what he's talking about and he strives to be the best. He will educate himself." Bruno Pascale Entrepreneur "Jose is pleasant, charming, like a friend. It's like we have known each other a long time. He sat down and asked me questions about what I'd been doing, about my kids. He listens to me. I am comfortable asking him anything. He is genuinely concerned about well-being, fitness, that I'm healthy. He works on my butt, abs, cardio, stretches a lot. I've grown. I am getting stronger, feel terrific, energized. Originally we did only light weights. He pushes me more now; motivates me. I had a baby 9 months ago--I'm down to pre-baby size." Bridget Mitarotonda Housewife-Mother "I was skeptical at first of a trainer. Regular weight-training tightens me up. With my scar tissue, fibromyalgia and a herniated disk. I was a challenge to him. He had to do a lot of homework. I was amazed: in a few months, my range of motion started to become normal. Some people don't know how painful my problem was. He knows when to push you. He didn't make me feel afraid. He assured me, explained how to undo the damage I'd done. He's much better than my physical therapist. He corrected my imbalances in my body." Dino Margiotta Sales "We started slow, even at that, I said to myself, 'Am I going to be able to do this?' You know, 6 months later, I can do it. Confidence-that's what it's all about. Jose' is a very friendly person, a good guy. In 6 months, I think I got to know him better than some people I've known for years. He works with your needs. He knows what he's doing. You see results. I felt stronger. I now look good, too. It gives you an all-around better frame of mind. I know I had to change some things in my life. I lost weight. Losing weight makes you feel good. I started to get in shape. Let me tell you-that's not a bad way to start to change some things in your life. I spend more time now on things like what I eat, cooking healthy, clothes--things I always took for granted." Charles Pryor Retail Manager |
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| I had injured my knee skiing. Then I saw Jose at a local Chamber of Commerce meeting. When he stood and introduced himself, he spoke of helping those with sports injuries, so I contacted him. I wanted to work with someone with proper knowledge, so I didn’t reinjure myself while trying to exercise. By using the proper techniques and exercises, I was able to strengthen the muscles around the knee to make it stronger. Within a month, I could absolutely see that I had more muscle, was more toned. As I continue to work out on a regular basis, I continue to see additional progress. Establishing a consistent, effective fitness schedule was also important to me. I had been struggling with finding a way to incorporate a convenient exercise regimen into my busy schedule. At Shapes R In, I have been able to do that. Obviously healing my knee was the most important thing I was looking to achieve. Having lost some weight, I am thinner and more fit than I was fifteen years ago. It is a nice added bonus! Now I just generally feel better. The fact that I had just given my entire diet an overhaul at the time I started my personal training also had a tremendous effect on my whole being. Overall, my experience working out at Shapes R In has been gratifying and life affirming. Faith Zimmerman Architect I started training with Jose Fuentes at “SHAPES ‘R IN” in January of 2007. I soon noticed a difference in my energy level. By the middle of the year, I truly felt stronger and healthier. I was most impressed with the physical changes I was experiencing. Since I started working out with Jose I noticed the muscles I had developed in my biceps. I noticed this change last summer when I wore a sleeveless top. I was also aware of the change in my posture. My back was stronger and I sat straighter and stood taller. My stamina had increased and improved to the point that I could walk at a brisk pace without feeling fatigued or out of shape. Jose Fuentes is a “trainer for life”. His is committed to lifetime fitness for all of his clients. I will be turning 60 years old and definitely do see myself as this age. If you strive to be physically fit, you naturally strive for a healthy lifestyle. I feel that I have the total package-wonderful husband and family, and every reason to live a long and healthy life. Pat Kluesner. Administrative Specialist with the Judiciary, State of NJ. My husband and I both needed to lose weight and wanted to do something fun and enjoyable together. We found Jose to be extremely dedicated in assisting his clients reach their fitness goals. It’s that type of dedication to his clients that keeps us coming back. Jose makes the workouts fun and enjoyable despite the fact that they are at 6:15 A.M. He continually strives to develop new ways and methods to keep the workouts interesting. In addition, he keeps us interested as well. Within the first few months of training, I could see results. I was quite impressed with how solid my legs had become and how flat my stomach was. As a result of my training with Jose, I am in the best shape ever. I find that have much more energy, enjoy my diet and my thinking ability is clearer and sharper. Erin Salzman, Financial Advisor In January 2007, I had surgery for colon cancer followed by three months of chemotherapy treatment. As a result, I lost most of my muscle tone and developed poor balance. Since I had previously trained with Jose and achieved all my fitness goals, I knew that Jose could help me with both problems. After only five sessions, I saw great improvement. My balance and strength are returning as result of doing squats on the stability ball, using the step bench and elliptical machine. Jose’s knowledge, caring attitude and enthusiasm have made my experience with him to be very encouraging. He always encourages me to do my best, as well as being safe. I know am well on my way to attaining even more of my fitness goals. Susan Lewin, Retired I wanted to get in shape and wanted to do it with my wife. I looked online and found Jose’s website. Since training with Jose I changed my ideas about strength training and flexibility. We really worked on flexibility for my golf swing. Now I am able to hit the ball longer with less effort. I started seeing results almost right away, especially when I went to three times a week. I was just working out more and more efficiently. Jose is great – motivating and always trying something new to make my muscles work harder. Jose is very personable great one on one! His equipment does it all just good work outs and great service! Andrew Godomski /Aspen Search Advisors CEO |
when I was sure I was going to die if did one more. I have gotten a tremendous personal
boost knowing that I stuck with it and will continue exercising for life.
Karen Rahn Chiropratic Assistant
boost knowing that I stuck with it and will continue exercising for life.
Karen Rahn Chiropratic Assistant
"Jose is very dedicated to my success. He
listens to me and avoid stressing me more
than my body can handle. The regularity of
twice a week is helpful. The personal
attention makes it a LOT easier. The
intensive stretching really seems helpful. I
first noticed better posture after about 2
weeks. I also noticed an improvement in my
range of motion of my shoulder. Lastly, all
the stretching makes me feel a little more
limber.
Jose is very helpful and friendly. With all the
variety of exercises he makes the work out
even more interesting."
Doug McKenzie - Actuary - Denville - NJ
listens to me and avoid stressing me more
than my body can handle. The regularity of
twice a week is helpful. The personal
attention makes it a LOT easier. The
intensive stretching really seems helpful. I
first noticed better posture after about 2
weeks. I also noticed an improvement in my
range of motion of my shoulder. Lastly, all
the stretching makes me feel a little more
limber.
Jose is very helpful and friendly. With all the
variety of exercises he makes the work out
even more interesting."
Doug McKenzie - Actuary - Denville - NJ
| "I came to Jose just before my 40th birthday-I was looking for a challenge to mark that milestone. I found an adventure company that ran trips to Nepal Trek with the highest difficulty level and signed up. . After I received the details on the trip, I got a bit intimidated by what would be expected of me and wondered whether I could get up to speed in time. Jose broke it down into small bites, designing a plan that ramped up slowly. He understood exactly what I was going for-both physically and mentally. By the end of my training, I was in better shape than I was at 25. . I was impressed by how he researched what I would need for the demands of high altitude, and how he varied the workout specifically to tune areas he thought would be particularly stressed by the up and down trekking-working on my knees, balance, strength and flexibility. The trip was an experience of a lifetime physically and mentally! I could have never been prepared for it without Jose's guidance." Carisa Mahnken, Interior Designer/Mt Lakes NJ |
At 84 Years old Jose's Got me In Better Shape Than Most People At 60!
I never worked out with a trainer before. Now I've been training with Jose for nearly a
decade. When I started with him I was a bit skeptical due to my age and previous injuries.
He understood my concerns immediately and carefully put a mix of a stretching and strength
training program. My shoulder feels great. My lower back is not longer stiff and in pain. My
hamstrings are stronger and looser. I can play golf for hours and hit the ball farther!
I am now boxing and learning Mix Martial Arts with Jose!
Jose is a trainer for life!
Joe Marino/Real Estate Entrepreneur/Wayne NJ
I never worked out with a trainer before. Now I've been training with Jose for nearly a
decade. When I started with him I was a bit skeptical due to my age and previous injuries.
He understood my concerns immediately and carefully put a mix of a stretching and strength
training program. My shoulder feels great. My lower back is not longer stiff and in pain. My
hamstrings are stronger and looser. I can play golf for hours and hit the ball farther!
I am now boxing and learning Mix Martial Arts with Jose!
Jose is a trainer for life!
Joe Marino/Real Estate Entrepreneur/Wayne NJ
When I met Jose, I was in terrible shape. I did not have any flexibility and
needed to lose weight. Under Jose’s guidance, I lost 25 lbs. and added quite a
bit of muscle tone to my body. His diet helped me to control my portions for
each meal and schedule my meals accordingly. By the end of my 12-week
program, I was in better shape than I was at the age of 30. Jose’s 12-week
program has a wide variety of different exercises. Each week we did something
new!
His program helped me to attain the balance that I was looking for. At the age
of 54, I feel stronger, rejuvenated and more confident! This is the best thing I
have ever done for my body and my health. I can now make better food choices
on my diet and feel comfortable walking into any gym. I am currently on a
“maintenance program” under Jose’s guidance. I would recommend Jose’s “12-
Week Body Transformation Program” to anyone who is trying to find a balance
in their life with work, diet and exercise.
Peter Lodato
Commercial Real Estate Builder/Rockaway NJ
needed to lose weight. Under Jose’s guidance, I lost 25 lbs. and added quite a
bit of muscle tone to my body. His diet helped me to control my portions for
each meal and schedule my meals accordingly. By the end of my 12-week
program, I was in better shape than I was at the age of 30. Jose’s 12-week
program has a wide variety of different exercises. Each week we did something
new!
His program helped me to attain the balance that I was looking for. At the age
of 54, I feel stronger, rejuvenated and more confident! This is the best thing I
have ever done for my body and my health. I can now make better food choices
on my diet and feel comfortable walking into any gym. I am currently on a
“maintenance program” under Jose’s guidance. I would recommend Jose’s “12-
Week Body Transformation Program” to anyone who is trying to find a balance
in their life with work, diet and exercise.
Peter Lodato
Commercial Real Estate Builder/Rockaway NJ
I had a knee injured skiing. Therefore, I needed to work with someone with proper
knowledge, so I didn’t reinjured myself while trying to exercise. Jose showed me how to
strengthen the muscles around the knee to make it stronger. Within a month, I could
absolutely see that I had more muscle and was more toned. My knee healed and also lost
weight and trimmed down. I am thinner and more fit than fifteen years ago. It is a nice added
bonus! Since I started my personal training it also had a tremendous effect on my whole
being. Overall my experience working out at Shapes R In has been gratifying and life affirming.
Faith Zimmerman Architect/Denville NJ
knowledge, so I didn’t reinjured myself while trying to exercise. Jose showed me how to
strengthen the muscles around the knee to make it stronger. Within a month, I could
absolutely see that I had more muscle and was more toned. My knee healed and also lost
weight and trimmed down. I am thinner and more fit than fifteen years ago. It is a nice added
bonus! Since I started my personal training it also had a tremendous effect on my whole
being. Overall my experience working out at Shapes R In has been gratifying and life affirming.
Faith Zimmerman Architect/Denville NJ
TESTIMONIALS
Testimonial of the Month - Miss Korine PetrilloOcupation: 4th Dan black belt TaeKwon do,
Ten time national championI not only recommend Jose At every opportunity, I boast about him!!
Before signing at Shapes R In I would spend weeks at a time bed ridden due to rheumatoid arthritis and chronic late lymes. Since starting with Jose not only have I lost weight and developed muscle tone. I now have energy and strength to help get me through the day. “Jose’s methods” help increase my flexibility and joint mobility and by doing so I am in better health than I have been in years. Aside from helping with my joint and soft tissue damage, Jose has helped increase my core strength to help alleviate the pain from a herniated disk I have. It’s refreshing to not have to wear a back brace everyday. Jose helped significantly decrease my back pain.
Since joining Shapes R In I have been able to become increasingly independent and to me that is theworld!Korine Petrillo, 4th Dan black belt TaeKwon do ,ten time national champion, 8 time Jr. Olympic champion. Member of the 2002 U.S. National Taekwondo Team
Testimonial from Jane DiMaria - Business Owner - Hair StylistJane DiMaria - Business Owner - Hair Stylist
I have been with Jose from the start of Shapes R In.
I needed to improve my strength and core to change my body.
Jose is amazing! he helped me to get in the best shape of my life. I went from 15%
body fat to just 8%! he has the ability to understand his clients and has trained
friends of mine from 13 years old to 70 years old. If you want to improve your life
style and get in better shape Jose is the man to get you there!. It could be one of
the best decisions in your life.
I always talk about Jose to friends and family. He is the best at getting me in the best
shape in the least amount of time!
