Benjamin Williams
Oakland, California
I have very ambitious goals in various disciplines: Capoeira, Hand balancing and gymnastic strength training.
The past four years, I had been training myself with good results, but I realized I was stagnating in my progress despite my best efforts to guide myself.
For the past five years I routinely watched Amir’s various YouTube videos for motivation, and I decided it was time to contact Amir in June of 2013 for online coaching.
Training with Amir online has been the single most effective strategy I have used towards achieving my goals, and I wish only that I had started with him sooner.
Although I live in Northern California, I find the process of communication through YouTube videos and email to be very effective.
His knowledge to correctly assess my weaknesses and strengths was made clear to me as I performed the first six week training cycle he had written for me. The exercises, intensities, and volume worked to break down faulty movement patterns, while simultaneously advancing my strength, skills, and most impressively my flexibility.
I feel I am moving towards my goals more quickly because his critiques and corrections precisely target my weak link in a movement, so I avoid wasting time and energy training improperly.
I can say that in the past, I have trained myself close to as hard as Amir has asks of me, but I have never trained myself as smart as Amir has prescribed.
Oakland, California
I have very ambitious goals in various disciplines: Capoeira, Hand balancing and gymnastic strength training.
The past four years, I had been training myself with good results, but I realized I was stagnating in my progress despite my best efforts to guide myself.
For the past five years I routinely watched Amir’s various YouTube videos for motivation, and I decided it was time to contact Amir in June of 2013 for online coaching.
Training with Amir online has been the single most effective strategy I have used towards achieving my goals, and I wish only that I had started with him sooner.
Although I live in Northern California, I find the process of communication through YouTube videos and email to be very effective.
His knowledge to correctly assess my weaknesses and strengths was made clear to me as I performed the first six week training cycle he had written for me. The exercises, intensities, and volume worked to break down faulty movement patterns, while simultaneously advancing my strength, skills, and most impressively my flexibility.
I feel I am moving towards my goals more quickly because his critiques and corrections precisely target my weak link in a movement, so I avoid wasting time and energy training improperly.
I can say that in the past, I have trained myself close to as hard as Amir has asks of me, but I have never trained myself as smart as Amir has prescribed.
Patrick Cain
San Fransisco, CA
I have been training in various realms of the fitness world for about five years. First it was bodybuilding which just got me fat, then it was Power lifting, which I really liked. I saw huge strength gains early on. Then it was Crossfit Football workouts and with that I started experiencing injuries and joint pain from all of the heavy lifting all of the time. Then the bodyweight elements of Crossfit became very attractive to me. After a year or so of trying multiple bodyweight programs I found Amir's site. Right away I was blown away by the discipline of his movements. After a few months of training with Amir, he has taught me how to better utilize my strength in proper alignment with the movements I am learning. My joints are stronger, I am more mobile in every area, I am stronger and leaner while still maintaining my weight. One thing I need to mention is that I had an ac joint injury come to the surface from the past. Through Amir's guidance and joint movements it is now healed and stronger then it was before. The progressions flow nicely and my goals are very near. Thank You Amir for your time effort and patience!
San Fransisco, CA
I have been training in various realms of the fitness world for about five years. First it was bodybuilding which just got me fat, then it was Power lifting, which I really liked. I saw huge strength gains early on. Then it was Crossfit Football workouts and with that I started experiencing injuries and joint pain from all of the heavy lifting all of the time. Then the bodyweight elements of Crossfit became very attractive to me. After a year or so of trying multiple bodyweight programs I found Amir's site. Right away I was blown away by the discipline of his movements. After a few months of training with Amir, he has taught me how to better utilize my strength in proper alignment with the movements I am learning. My joints are stronger, I am more mobile in every area, I am stronger and leaner while still maintaining my weight. One thing I need to mention is that I had an ac joint injury come to the surface from the past. Through Amir's guidance and joint movements it is now healed and stronger then it was before. The progressions flow nicely and my goals are very near. Thank You Amir for your time effort and patience!
Patrick Cain's program #17
These last rounds of cycles I have been taking big strides of improvement of being a better rounded mover. Since working with Amir I went from no handstand ability at all really and parts of my body where frozen from previous bouts of powerlifting and attempts at Bodybuilding with no mobility involved in it. My body is more balanced in many ways I have more flexibility and mobility and joints of steel. My body is capable of executing strength through many ranges of motion now with ease and efficiency. Training with Amir makes the task of day to day seem like a breeze. Thank you for helping me get in tuned with my body.
These last rounds of cycles I have been taking big strides of improvement of being a better rounded mover. Since working with Amir I went from no handstand ability at all really and parts of my body where frozen from previous bouts of powerlifting and attempts at Bodybuilding with no mobility involved in it. My body is more balanced in many ways I have more flexibility and mobility and joints of steel. My body is capable of executing strength through many ranges of motion now with ease and efficiency. Training with Amir makes the task of day to day seem like a breeze. Thank you for helping me get in tuned with my body.
Semion Bazavlouk
https://www.facebook.com/bazaloux
Hey man! It's been a while, that I've been doing what i do and today i watched some of your videos, and i had this warm feeling in my heart, because lord, life brought me to you and you gave me everything you could as my teacher!
you stayed over hours with me, you practiced music with me, taught me stuff, shared your experience!
I am very thankful for that! just wanted you to know! you also taught me how to be a student, who collects information wherever he can, to grow bigger, stronger, smarter...i hope, that you are doing good, and share your precious knowledge with those, who are hungry to learn.
greets from berlin!
Shimon
Maya Cookson
https://www.facebook.com/maya.cookson
Amir works with the dedication that can only come from someone who is truly living his passion. His work is totally focused on understanding the nuances of each client's body completely, targeting areas of dysfunction with effectiveness but always within a more holistic perspective on how the body talks to itself in movement and posture.
I was already a bodyworker and an ambitious practitioner of Yoga and Capoeira when I met Amir, but despite my level of experience within those disciplines, I was struggling with chronic injuries and joint instability because of the way I was working with my body. Chiropractors, massage therapists, and PTs were full of remedial advice and ideas but were failing to address the root cause of what was standing between me and my goals. Amir was able to insightfully tailor a program that addressed my physical 'blind spots' directly. Working in this way was really challenging, but so effective and targeted. I could have wasted my time for years trying to push forward with the training I had been doing, and never allowed my body to reach the epiphanies that have already expanded its capacities in just two cycles.
Beyond the depth and effectiveness of his programs, Amir's perspective on health and fitness, and his relationship with his own body are really infectious and just inspiring to be around. He doesn't teach by making rules or schedules; he simply embodies what is possible when you commit to your own development, and refuses to buy into whatever excuses or demotivated stories you carry around to hold yourself back.
Especially as a woman, it's really easy to slip into perspectives that center around aesthetics and lose sight of the true meaning of fitness. Many trainers reinforce those perspectives through their own attitudes and, unfortunately, their training programs, which means that a lot of people are out there training out of guilt, shame or a lack of self-love. People are ignoring the wisdom in their bodies in the name of fitting them into a certain box, or seeing a certain number on the scale, and like me, ending up with injury or imbalance. Working with Amir is not necessarily about getting skinny. It's about expanding into your body's true potential for vibrancy and power.
https://www.facebook.com/maya.cookson
Amir works with the dedication that can only come from someone who is truly living his passion. His work is totally focused on understanding the nuances of each client's body completely, targeting areas of dysfunction with effectiveness but always within a more holistic perspective on how the body talks to itself in movement and posture.
I was already a bodyworker and an ambitious practitioner of Yoga and Capoeira when I met Amir, but despite my level of experience within those disciplines, I was struggling with chronic injuries and joint instability because of the way I was working with my body. Chiropractors, massage therapists, and PTs were full of remedial advice and ideas but were failing to address the root cause of what was standing between me and my goals. Amir was able to insightfully tailor a program that addressed my physical 'blind spots' directly. Working in this way was really challenging, but so effective and targeted. I could have wasted my time for years trying to push forward with the training I had been doing, and never allowed my body to reach the epiphanies that have already expanded its capacities in just two cycles.
Beyond the depth and effectiveness of his programs, Amir's perspective on health and fitness, and his relationship with his own body are really infectious and just inspiring to be around. He doesn't teach by making rules or schedules; he simply embodies what is possible when you commit to your own development, and refuses to buy into whatever excuses or demotivated stories you carry around to hold yourself back.
Especially as a woman, it's really easy to slip into perspectives that center around aesthetics and lose sight of the true meaning of fitness. Many trainers reinforce those perspectives through their own attitudes and, unfortunately, their training programs, which means that a lot of people are out there training out of guilt, shame or a lack of self-love. People are ignoring the wisdom in their bodies in the name of fitting them into a certain box, or seeing a certain number on the scale, and like me, ending up with injury or imbalance. Working with Amir is not necessarily about getting skinny. It's about expanding into your body's true potential for vibrancy and power.
ליאת אזריה
Liatazaria.com
את עמיר הכרתי דרך הקפוארה.
החלטתי לנסות סייקל תזונתי איתו ולמען האמת הגעתי מאד סקפטית.
מה כבר יש לחדש למישהי שחיה על ירקות ואוכלת די בריא?
לפני עמיר ניסיתי שומרי משקל, תכניות שייקים למיניהן והאמת ששנאתי כל רגע.
עבור מי שאוכלת מעט קלוריות יחסית ביום, התכניות האלה צריכות להיות אינטנסיביות למדי על מנת להצליח.
את הליווי התחלנו בשיחת עומק שבה עמיר הסביר את המאזן ההורמונאלי שסביב תזונה והצליח לשבור לי לא מעט מיתוסים לגבי בריאות ותזונה.
אין ספק שהוא אחד האנשים היותר מקצועיים ומעמיקים בנוגע לתזונה והשפעות התזונה על הגוף.
בהמשך, עברנו על התפריט היומי שלי והוא הכניס בו שינויים קלים אך משמעותיים מאד.
היום לאחר שני סייקלים של תזונה, לא רק שההקפים הוצרו, אני מרגישה בריאה וחזקה יותר 💪
כבר לא קר לי כל הזמן ואני מרגישה אנרגטית מתמיד!
למדתי הרבה על תזונה ועל הגוף שלי ומה שנכון לו יותר.
אני מתכננת להמשיך עם עמיר את הסייקלים הנוספים כי הבחור יודע מה הוא עושה!
Liatazaria.com
את עמיר הכרתי דרך הקפוארה.
החלטתי לנסות סייקל תזונתי איתו ולמען האמת הגעתי מאד סקפטית.
מה כבר יש לחדש למישהי שחיה על ירקות ואוכלת די בריא?
לפני עמיר ניסיתי שומרי משקל, תכניות שייקים למיניהן והאמת ששנאתי כל רגע.
עבור מי שאוכלת מעט קלוריות יחסית ביום, התכניות האלה צריכות להיות אינטנסיביות למדי על מנת להצליח.
את הליווי התחלנו בשיחת עומק שבה עמיר הסביר את המאזן ההורמונאלי שסביב תזונה והצליח לשבור לי לא מעט מיתוסים לגבי בריאות ותזונה.
אין ספק שהוא אחד האנשים היותר מקצועיים ומעמיקים בנוגע לתזונה והשפעות התזונה על הגוף.
בהמשך, עברנו על התפריט היומי שלי והוא הכניס בו שינויים קלים אך משמעותיים מאד.
היום לאחר שני סייקלים של תזונה, לא רק שההקפים הוצרו, אני מרגישה בריאה וחזקה יותר 💪
כבר לא קר לי כל הזמן ואני מרגישה אנרגטית מתמיד!
למדתי הרבה על תזונה ועל הגוף שלי ומה שנכון לו יותר.
אני מתכננת להמשיך עם עמיר את הסייקלים הנוספים כי הבחור יודע מה הוא עושה!
Ray Cosico
https://www.facebook.com/ray.cosico.1
About 4 years ago, I had a shoulder, lower back, and foot injury sustained from bad weight lifting practices, and wear and tear from practicing capoeira and kickboxing. Mestre Parafina put me on a specific FOM program that not only increased my body flexibility and control, but also gave me back shoulder and lower back mobility so I could again perform strength training and practice martial arts. In addition, he improved my handstand hold from 6 to 30 seconds and greatly improved my physical performance overall . I was particularly fond of his static hold flows and hip mobility exercises. Because of his program I feel much more of a body awareness and unity. There is still a long way for me to go, but I trust in Mestre’s excellent programs to outline the path. His videos are so well done and instructive that upon each viewing I see new specifics which I need to incorporate. his feedback is also encouraging but also straightforward and honest, demanding and driving me to a higher level of performance. FOM has truly changed my life and outlook toward physical fitness. Through his program, it amazes me that he was able to show me the value of body balance and core integrity through videos exchanged online. Mestre outlines and gives a clear path. It is then for you to travel. I guarantee that if you follow him, you will be more than satisfied with the results and the rewards that you will sow for years after with what you will learn from a true master and practitioner of movement.
https://www.facebook.com/ray.cosico.1
About 4 years ago, I had a shoulder, lower back, and foot injury sustained from bad weight lifting practices, and wear and tear from practicing capoeira and kickboxing. Mestre Parafina put me on a specific FOM program that not only increased my body flexibility and control, but also gave me back shoulder and lower back mobility so I could again perform strength training and practice martial arts. In addition, he improved my handstand hold from 6 to 30 seconds and greatly improved my physical performance overall . I was particularly fond of his static hold flows and hip mobility exercises. Because of his program I feel much more of a body awareness and unity. There is still a long way for me to go, but I trust in Mestre’s excellent programs to outline the path. His videos are so well done and instructive that upon each viewing I see new specifics which I need to incorporate. his feedback is also encouraging but also straightforward and honest, demanding and driving me to a higher level of performance. FOM has truly changed my life and outlook toward physical fitness. Through his program, it amazes me that he was able to show me the value of body balance and core integrity through videos exchanged online. Mestre outlines and gives a clear path. It is then for you to travel. I guarantee that if you follow him, you will be more than satisfied with the results and the rewards that you will sow for years after with what you will learn from a true master and practitioner of movement.
Shiri Bretter
https://www.facebook.com/shiri.bretter
I started training with Amir about two month ago after my Crossfit competition season ended and I had all kinds of sores in different areas of my body which I wanted healed as soon as possible and a desire to explore movement patterns I haven’t yet conquered… Amir's online couching is very devoted, he's attitude is very encouraging and he knows exactly witch correction to give me so that my performance will enhance in the next session. I feel my improvement each week and I'm very enthusiastic to keep on seeing the results.
https://www.facebook.com/shiri.bretter
I started training with Amir about two month ago after my Crossfit competition season ended and I had all kinds of sores in different areas of my body which I wanted healed as soon as possible and a desire to explore movement patterns I haven’t yet conquered… Amir's online couching is very devoted, he's attitude is very encouraging and he knows exactly witch correction to give me so that my performance will enhance in the next session. I feel my improvement each week and I'm very enthusiastic to keep on seeing the results.
Sharon Sahar
https://www.facebook.com/sharon.sahar
I started studying Capoeira with Amir Solsky at his Capoeira Los Angeles Academy about 6 months ago. After meeting Amir , I knew he was the perfect trainer for me. I grew up training and performing ballet, tap, and jazz. I did this for many years and then I took a short break in my early 30's. I never gave up the thought that one day I would meet the right fitness coach. I was looking for a fitness coach who was experienced and understood nutrition, body alignment and body movement.
When I started my first class with Amir, I immediately felt connected. I remember thinking ..this is exactly for me!! Capoeira involves music, movement, and martial arts, so it was a perfect fit for me. Amir has a wide background of study in many areas of movement.
I then enrolled in all the other classes he was offering and wanted to take as much as I could from him. I joined his monthly offer and have been so satisfied with the quality of training I get from him.
I see myself improving, getting strong and becoming heathier everyday that goes by! I've kept a record of pictures and videos that show me where I started at and where I am today!
Thank you Amir
Dianna Farr
Licensed Naturopath
Certified Personal Trainer
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000172460716
Amir has been training me for almost 10 years and he has not only changed my body but he has also changed my life. He inspires me and motivates me to do my personal best and reach higher than I ever thought possible physically. He is an AMAZING trainer and nutritional coach. Not only is he my trainer but I consider him a brother. I give him my highest recommendation!
Licensed Naturopath
Certified Personal Trainer
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000172460716
Amir has been training me for almost 10 years and he has not only changed my body but he has also changed my life. He inspires me and motivates me to do my personal best and reach higher than I ever thought possible physically. He is an AMAZING trainer and nutritional coach. Not only is he my trainer but I consider him a brother. I give him my highest recommendation!
After two years of training FOM strength work, In addition to graduating from college, William Sachs not only lost half of his weight, but also improved his motor skills and realized what a work machine he is. In his own words:
At first, two years ago, I did not think it was possible for me to do what I can now. It was first hard for me to get in to Strength class. I feel I can do more now. I am glad I went to the first class two years ago. Now I am getting stronger for the future - William Sachs.
At first, two years ago, I did not think it was possible for me to do what I can now. It was first hard for me to get in to Strength class. I feel I can do more now. I am glad I went to the first class two years ago. Now I am getting stronger for the future - William Sachs.
Doan Nguyen
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1045104354
"Fitness had always been my weakness! But after I took sessions with Amir’s for over 6 months, I'm in the best shape that I can! Boost my confidence to the next level! Thank you very much for being a Hard-core instructor!"
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1045104354
"Fitness had always been my weakness! But after I took sessions with Amir’s for over 6 months, I'm in the best shape that I can! Boost my confidence to the next level! Thank you very much for being a Hard-core instructor!"
Kristen Wall
http://www.facebook.com/RaboDArraia
"My initial intention for joining Amir's classes was to lose weight. I had recently graduated from a boarding school where I gained nearly 50 pounds. I tried diet and exercising on my own but I never got results that lasted more than a few weeks..... but for me, the real results came with a combination of both the capoeira and strength.... In working with Amir.. I have gained the strength and ability to do so many things I never thought I'd be able to. From back walk-overs and various flips to something so "simple" as a handstand.
Above all, the most important thing I have gained from these sessions with Amir is confidence. Coming back to a town after 2 years and being 50 lbs heavier does some damage on ones confidence! I realized that I may never fit into those 0-2 jeans that I did when I was 17, but I wasn't meant to. He helped me realize that a number on the scale doesn't reflect what a body looks like! I weigh 140-145, but no one would ever guess that! It’s just my muscular build and I now love it! People look at me and think "Wow she's strong" and you know what, I'd rather be thick and strong than thin and frail!!
"Weight 'ain't nothin' but a number!"
Thanks Amir!!"
http://www.facebook.com/RaboDArraia
"My initial intention for joining Amir's classes was to lose weight. I had recently graduated from a boarding school where I gained nearly 50 pounds. I tried diet and exercising on my own but I never got results that lasted more than a few weeks..... but for me, the real results came with a combination of both the capoeira and strength.... In working with Amir.. I have gained the strength and ability to do so many things I never thought I'd be able to. From back walk-overs and various flips to something so "simple" as a handstand.
Above all, the most important thing I have gained from these sessions with Amir is confidence. Coming back to a town after 2 years and being 50 lbs heavier does some damage on ones confidence! I realized that I may never fit into those 0-2 jeans that I did when I was 17, but I wasn't meant to. He helped me realize that a number on the scale doesn't reflect what a body looks like! I weigh 140-145, but no one would ever guess that! It’s just my muscular build and I now love it! People look at me and think "Wow she's strong" and you know what, I'd rather be thick and strong than thin and frail!!
"Weight 'ain't nothin' but a number!"
Thanks Amir!!"
Andrea Fattoracci
http://facebook.com/andreafattoracci
I have always had a lot of trouble losing weight and keeping it off. But thanks to Amir I have finally found what works for me, and after as little as 8 months of diet and training I was already in the best shape of my life.
I had dieted before, but nothing really ever worked for me. The effectiveness of the diet plan and training program combined was really unbelievable.
Before starting with Amir I was trying to exercise at the gym to lose weight. Before I realized it, a year had passed and no matter what or how much I'd train I had reached a plateau at 222lb.
It was rather disheartening and frustrating that I just could not lose weight, and so I figured I should start trying alternative solutions to my regular training. That's exactly how I met Amir. From then on I just followed the prescribed diet, and consistently showed up for the Sessions. Sooner than I would have imagined I was back in shape.
In just a little over 1 week I was seeing amazing results and have included the scale pictures here which were taken during that week going from 202lb to 195lb. That's 7lb in one week, an astonishing result especially breaking that "200" mark!
It has now been a little over a year since I weighted 222lb, and looking back I'm really happy with the current results. I definitely feel a thousand times better than I did, more confident, and ready for whatever might happen. I still train hard and follow my diet (although more loosely) and every day that passes by I'm still bewildered and amazed by how Amir pushes his limits, and the limits of his clients and friends further and further every day. Our constant Joint Preparation work, Muscle Endurance, Stretching and Mobilization exercises which are always within the limits of what you can do comfortably really do give the wanted results. After this relatively short journey I actually have Muscle definition like I had only ever dreamed of, and I finally--probably for the first time in my life--actually see real results that crown all of the hard work I put into my body.
http://facebook.com/andreafattoracci
I have always had a lot of trouble losing weight and keeping it off. But thanks to Amir I have finally found what works for me, and after as little as 8 months of diet and training I was already in the best shape of my life.
I had dieted before, but nothing really ever worked for me. The effectiveness of the diet plan and training program combined was really unbelievable.
Before starting with Amir I was trying to exercise at the gym to lose weight. Before I realized it, a year had passed and no matter what or how much I'd train I had reached a plateau at 222lb.
It was rather disheartening and frustrating that I just could not lose weight, and so I figured I should start trying alternative solutions to my regular training. That's exactly how I met Amir. From then on I just followed the prescribed diet, and consistently showed up for the Sessions. Sooner than I would have imagined I was back in shape.
In just a little over 1 week I was seeing amazing results and have included the scale pictures here which were taken during that week going from 202lb to 195lb. That's 7lb in one week, an astonishing result especially breaking that "200" mark!
It has now been a little over a year since I weighted 222lb, and looking back I'm really happy with the current results. I definitely feel a thousand times better than I did, more confident, and ready for whatever might happen. I still train hard and follow my diet (although more loosely) and every day that passes by I'm still bewildered and amazed by how Amir pushes his limits, and the limits of his clients and friends further and further every day. Our constant Joint Preparation work, Muscle Endurance, Stretching and Mobilization exercises which are always within the limits of what you can do comfortably really do give the wanted results. After this relatively short journey I actually have Muscle definition like I had only ever dreamed of, and I finally--probably for the first time in my life--actually see real results that crown all of the hard work I put into my body.
Shira Winitzky
www.capoeirainthevalley.com
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1110009125
Simply put…Amir changed my life. For years I tried various diets, determined to lose weight but one thing after another had me on a roller coaster of losing it temporarily to later on gaining it back again. I had gone to the gym since I was 16 years old and over the years I always had trouble figuring out which machines to use and how many reps were needed to get that ‘dream’ body… in the end I lost interest. I was at my heaviest weight when I met Amir 10 years ago and that is when everything changed, and a new exciting world opened up to me.
When I first started training with him I had many physical limitations with weak ankles, knees, and wrists that at one point had me in braces during the sessions. I was overweight and tired quickly which made many of the moves at first very hard on my body, and at one point I was not sure I would have the strength to do any low floor work, acrobatics, or extended workouts. Amir taught me about ‘organic’ workouts that were more natural by using one’s body weight in various routines and the best part is you can do it anywhere, so most of the time I take advantage of the outdoors and prefer the beach or park over a gym. After working one on one with Amir first on a lifestyle diet choice he then customized joint preparation and mobility exercises to not only begin my healing process and get stronger but to also prevent future injury in my workouts. I saw results quickly and it became addictive.
Amir is highly knowledgeable of body movement, various angles that work each muscle to its optimal potential, and what it takes produce maximum results. He then applies it to where you are currently at and prepares you for where you will go…but only if you want it and are willing to work hard to get it! On another note Amir is very supportive of the emotions involved with reaching your goals whether it is losing weight or getting stronger and going to the next level. He is not only leading you but cheering you on when you need it most. He cares about you the whole way through and that alone is what makes him special. Amir makes the dream a reality of having great fitness and ability no matter where or when you start as long as you commit and do your best you will see results.
Since meeting Amir I have developed a deep appreciation and a new understanding for health, fitness, and what the human body is capable of producing with hard work and determination. I have learned that eating healthy and training is fun and a way of life. I see amazing results not only in my physical ability to do complex moves I never dreamed of being able to do but I continue to lose weight consistently and for the first time truly believe I will reach the ‘dream’ body.
Thank you for everything Amir you are an inspiration!
www.capoeirainthevalley.com
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1110009125
Simply put…Amir changed my life. For years I tried various diets, determined to lose weight but one thing after another had me on a roller coaster of losing it temporarily to later on gaining it back again. I had gone to the gym since I was 16 years old and over the years I always had trouble figuring out which machines to use and how many reps were needed to get that ‘dream’ body… in the end I lost interest. I was at my heaviest weight when I met Amir 10 years ago and that is when everything changed, and a new exciting world opened up to me.
When I first started training with him I had many physical limitations with weak ankles, knees, and wrists that at one point had me in braces during the sessions. I was overweight and tired quickly which made many of the moves at first very hard on my body, and at one point I was not sure I would have the strength to do any low floor work, acrobatics, or extended workouts. Amir taught me about ‘organic’ workouts that were more natural by using one’s body weight in various routines and the best part is you can do it anywhere, so most of the time I take advantage of the outdoors and prefer the beach or park over a gym. After working one on one with Amir first on a lifestyle diet choice he then customized joint preparation and mobility exercises to not only begin my healing process and get stronger but to also prevent future injury in my workouts. I saw results quickly and it became addictive.
Amir is highly knowledgeable of body movement, various angles that work each muscle to its optimal potential, and what it takes produce maximum results. He then applies it to where you are currently at and prepares you for where you will go…but only if you want it and are willing to work hard to get it! On another note Amir is very supportive of the emotions involved with reaching your goals whether it is losing weight or getting stronger and going to the next level. He is not only leading you but cheering you on when you need it most. He cares about you the whole way through and that alone is what makes him special. Amir makes the dream a reality of having great fitness and ability no matter where or when you start as long as you commit and do your best you will see results.
Since meeting Amir I have developed a deep appreciation and a new understanding for health, fitness, and what the human body is capable of producing with hard work and determination. I have learned that eating healthy and training is fun and a way of life. I see amazing results not only in my physical ability to do complex moves I never dreamed of being able to do but I continue to lose weight consistently and for the first time truly believe I will reach the ‘dream’ body.
Thank you for everything Amir you are an inspiration!
WendyEllen Cochran
http://www.facebook.com/wendyEllen
I met with Amir June 20th or so. It is now Aug. 3rd. I have lost 12 lbs and countless inches. I appreciate all the guidance he gave me during our first 3 weeks working together. I have a complicated issues of pre-diabetes and my body is constantly in a state of readjusting. I feel much better and my energy levels are way up. I look forward to continuing to lose weight and inches and regain my health. I will be seeing my Kaiser doc late August where we will redo some blood test....more then!
http://www.facebook.com/wendyEllen
I met with Amir June 20th or so. It is now Aug. 3rd. I have lost 12 lbs and countless inches. I appreciate all the guidance he gave me during our first 3 weeks working together. I have a complicated issues of pre-diabetes and my body is constantly in a state of readjusting. I feel much better and my energy levels are way up. I look forward to continuing to lose weight and inches and regain my health. I will be seeing my Kaiser doc late August where we will redo some blood test....more then!
Rafal Ptak
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My name is Rafal. I met Amir in April 2011 in Oakland at my Capoeira gym, some 6 months ago, where I started practice this “unique” martial arts since beginning of this year. He gave me his card while I was complaining about my weak condition, lack of energy and little results from my training.
Couple week after I called him and started follow Amir instruction. I could feel some results very quickly, noticed that I am going into right direction, but as an engineer I always have to be detailed and as certain as possible while making assumption, and I have to make sure that my assumption always fits into specific limits… So I waited couple weeks to write this testimonial because I really wanted to be true
Amir has definitely has unique knowledge about human body, its ability and the rules that is driven. His instruction definitely put me into good direction to achieve my goal- shrink a couple pound from my belly, and make me feel more energetic…
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=542598813
My name is Rafal. I met Amir in April 2011 in Oakland at my Capoeira gym, some 6 months ago, where I started practice this “unique” martial arts since beginning of this year. He gave me his card while I was complaining about my weak condition, lack of energy and little results from my training.
Couple week after I called him and started follow Amir instruction. I could feel some results very quickly, noticed that I am going into right direction, but as an engineer I always have to be detailed and as certain as possible while making assumption, and I have to make sure that my assumption always fits into specific limits… So I waited couple weeks to write this testimonial because I really wanted to be true
Amir has definitely has unique knowledge about human body, its ability and the rules that is driven. His instruction definitely put me into good direction to achieve my goal- shrink a couple pound from my belly, and make me feel more energetic…
Jenny Ahlquist
"I’ve been training actively and eating “good” my whole life, I thought. Once Amir and I dived into my way of doing things, I realized where my traps are. It’s all about HOW you do it.
By fine tuning the details in training and making changes in what to eat I finally got to see the results I’ve been aiming for during so many years. I feel stronger, achieve more and look better (…with a lower body weight as a bonus). This is a lifelong journey and I know that the insights I’ve gained with the help from Amir will be important for the rest of my life, thanks to Amir my life balance is here to stay.
I strongly recommend people to sign up with Amir because the work he does with you will make the change you want if you are in for it."
"I’ve been training actively and eating “good” my whole life, I thought. Once Amir and I dived into my way of doing things, I realized where my traps are. It’s all about HOW you do it.
By fine tuning the details in training and making changes in what to eat I finally got to see the results I’ve been aiming for during so many years. I feel stronger, achieve more and look better (…with a lower body weight as a bonus). This is a lifelong journey and I know that the insights I’ve gained with the help from Amir will be important for the rest of my life, thanks to Amir my life balance is here to stay.
I strongly recommend people to sign up with Amir because the work he does with you will make the change you want if you are in for it."
Shelene Atanacio
Actress and Author
310.500.0678
[email protected]
www.shelene-atanacio.com
www.actfromtheinsideout.com
www.theverteproject.com
"Amir's expertise and enthusiasm for personal health and fitness continually inspires me to stay in shape from the inside out. I came to him a couple of years ago looking to find a place for me and my little boy to train together. My son has so much energy and was already doing flips and cartwheels outside of class. It was training with Amir that gave him the tools and practice in directing his energies . He's become more self disciplined and connected with his body. And I personally, through capoeira and conditioning have become more fit and agile. Through nutritional counseling, Amir also has set us on the right path in our eating habits. On top of it all, Amir's positive energy makes him fun to work with. We always look forward to his class."
" I mean every word of it : ) "
Actress and Author
310.500.0678
[email protected]
www.shelene-atanacio.com
www.actfromtheinsideout.com
www.theverteproject.com
"Amir's expertise and enthusiasm for personal health and fitness continually inspires me to stay in shape from the inside out. I came to him a couple of years ago looking to find a place for me and my little boy to train together. My son has so much energy and was already doing flips and cartwheels outside of class. It was training with Amir that gave him the tools and practice in directing his energies . He's become more self disciplined and connected with his body. And I personally, through capoeira and conditioning have become more fit and agile. Through nutritional counseling, Amir also has set us on the right path in our eating habits. On top of it all, Amir's positive energy makes him fun to work with. We always look forward to his class."
" I mean every word of it : ) "
Daniel Burnett
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"As an athlete I was able to increase my body's flexibility and improve my balance. I feel like I move much more fluidly than I did when I used to lift weights, run, or play ice hockey."
"I recommend Amir because he can push you to do things that you never thought you would be able to do." I was reminded of the depth of your knowledge and the skill you have in teaching after the alignment exercises for handstands we did in class last Sunday. You did an excellent job of breaking down a difficult concept into easy little bites.
I have been lucky to be your student on and off for years, and you are a role model for me as develop into a teacher myself. I plan to follow your example by becoming an expert in my field, living what I preach, and finding ways to teach what I know to my clients like you teach us in class. I look forward to dropping in on your classes as often as I can, your pupil, Daniel Burnett
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"As an athlete I was able to increase my body's flexibility and improve my balance. I feel like I move much more fluidly than I did when I used to lift weights, run, or play ice hockey."
"I recommend Amir because he can push you to do things that you never thought you would be able to do." I was reminded of the depth of your knowledge and the skill you have in teaching after the alignment exercises for handstands we did in class last Sunday. You did an excellent job of breaking down a difficult concept into easy little bites.
I have been lucky to be your student on and off for years, and you are a role model for me as develop into a teacher myself. I plan to follow your example by becoming an expert in my field, living what I preach, and finding ways to teach what I know to my clients like you teach us in class. I look forward to dropping in on your classes as often as I can, your pupil, Daniel Burnett
Jamie Ann Burke
*actress/demo reel editor/ photographer*
IMDB/REEL: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2354189/
(310)922-3049
[email protected]
"Since training with Amir I've learned to move my body in more ways that I thought possible, I have learned to pay attention to the details and move with intention."
*actress/demo reel editor/ photographer*
IMDB/REEL: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2354189/
(310)922-3049
[email protected]
"Since training with Amir I've learned to move my body in more ways that I thought possible, I have learned to pay attention to the details and move with intention."
D.A. Johnson
"My name is Dwight A. Johnson. I am 31 years old and a second generation Martial Artist. I have trained in many different forms of martial arts over a 20 year period. My abilities in fighting have been said to be on par with "professionals". However, I felt something was missing. I felt my agility, flexibility, and endurance, were not supreme compared to my fighting prowess.
Approximately two months ago, I received an invitation to try out working with Amir Solsky........ . I was impressed (in awe actually) with his cat-like reflexes, agility, and flexibility. Keep in mind, I've seen and fought a lot of different fighters, but this man moved in a way that you read about in comic books. I immediately knew at that moment, that my new teacher had been found."
"You know there's a saying that there's someone who comes along and will take you to the next stage. It was him. Not only can he teach you the moves, he can demonstrate, and use them. That's very difficult to find. He doesn't even talk the talk, he only walks it. His humbleness is something I hope to have, due to myself being a brash man...especially in matters of martial arts.
I could go on and on about what I've seen of this man in my short time there. Needless to say, I signed up immediately for 6 months. For the first time I felt like a made an investment in my health and well being. He demands perfection and will not settle for anything less. This is the type of mentality we should have towards our bodies naturally. Now, I am more flexible, and agile than I've ever been. My endurance has increase as well. The average person may believe my endurance to be good for fighting, but there's a higher level of fitness, and agility to be achieved. Under Amir Solsky, I believe I will achieve it. Take a look at Amir, it speaks for itself. But if this is not enough, I invite you to see for yourself."
"My name is Dwight A. Johnson. I am 31 years old and a second generation Martial Artist. I have trained in many different forms of martial arts over a 20 year period. My abilities in fighting have been said to be on par with "professionals". However, I felt something was missing. I felt my agility, flexibility, and endurance, were not supreme compared to my fighting prowess.
Approximately two months ago, I received an invitation to try out working with Amir Solsky........ . I was impressed (in awe actually) with his cat-like reflexes, agility, and flexibility. Keep in mind, I've seen and fought a lot of different fighters, but this man moved in a way that you read about in comic books. I immediately knew at that moment, that my new teacher had been found."
"You know there's a saying that there's someone who comes along and will take you to the next stage. It was him. Not only can he teach you the moves, he can demonstrate, and use them. That's very difficult to find. He doesn't even talk the talk, he only walks it. His humbleness is something I hope to have, due to myself being a brash man...especially in matters of martial arts.
I could go on and on about what I've seen of this man in my short time there. Needless to say, I signed up immediately for 6 months. For the first time I felt like a made an investment in my health and well being. He demands perfection and will not settle for anything less. This is the type of mentality we should have towards our bodies naturally. Now, I am more flexible, and agile than I've ever been. My endurance has increase as well. The average person may believe my endurance to be good for fighting, but there's a higher level of fitness, and agility to be achieved. Under Amir Solsky, I believe I will achieve it. Take a look at Amir, it speaks for itself. But if this is not enough, I invite you to see for yourself."
Ayaboe Edoh
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"Meeting Amir I quickly recognized his dedication to the lifestyle and to the belief that to get the most from one's body, one needs to treat it properly by providing the appropriate sustenance and exercise. "
"Motivated by Amir, I took up his diet at first as a test of self discipline, and it has since become part of my everyday outlook on consumption. There is undoubtedly a strong sense of satisfaction in knowing that you are giving your body the elements it needs to grow in strength and be as efficient as possible"
"I thank Amir for being a constant model of physical self-awareness - not only in terms of his flowing acrobatics but also with respect to nutrition"
http://www.facebook.com/acedoh
"Meeting Amir I quickly recognized his dedication to the lifestyle and to the belief that to get the most from one's body, one needs to treat it properly by providing the appropriate sustenance and exercise. "
"Motivated by Amir, I took up his diet at first as a test of self discipline, and it has since become part of my everyday outlook on consumption. There is undoubtedly a strong sense of satisfaction in knowing that you are giving your body the elements it needs to grow in strength and be as efficient as possible"
"I thank Amir for being a constant model of physical self-awareness - not only in terms of his flowing acrobatics but also with respect to nutrition"
