Discover how our specialized, time-efficient strength training programs are helping people across our community build muscle, save time, and live healthier lives. Read through our client Google reviews below to see what makes the OneUp Fitness approach different.
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I have been attending the Oneup Bedford location for just over a year and in that time I have really noticed a change in my strength and wellbeing. In that time I have had the opportunity to train with all of the personal trainers, Matt, Joey and Caspian. They have all been amazing and professional in helping me achieve my fitness goals. When I started at Oneup I couldn’t raise my left arm above my shoulder without feeling pain,now I can raise my arm above my head with no pain! I would highly recommend Oneup to anyone looking for personal training.The staff is knowledgeable and friendly.Carol MacMillan3 days agoStrength training has made a significant difference in my strength, energy and overall well-being. Caspian provides excellent guidance and explanations as to the benefits of the overall program and individual exercises. He pauses and takes time to explain the impact to the various muscle groups for each exercise and does not hesitate to make suggestions to maximize my experience. Caspian is always cheerful and encouraging while pushing me through the program. After two years, I am still improving and impressed with the quality of this challenging program.Lynn Callbeck Pheeney6 days agoGreat experience with team at One Up Fitness, Caspian and Joey. I enjoy my strength training sessions with Caspian. The workouts are challenging and effective. Overall I have significantly improved my strength, energy, fitness, and confidence. Caspian makes every session motivating and enjoyable. While most of my sessions have been with Caspian, he and Joey are both encouraging and supportive.Shannon M7 days agoFinding time to work out consistently can be so challenging. The ability to complete two 30 minute sessions a week with super flexible scheduling (which I frequently make use of due to my jammed schedule) and get a tough, full body workout is what drew me to this gym. Being guided by professional trainers is also something I felt I needed to avoid injuries, use proper technique, be effectively challenged and maximize my time. All of the trainers in the Bedford location are amazing. Friendly, super knowledgeable and they all know exactly how to push me further than I could ever push myself. “Muscle failure” and “recovery” were not in my vocabulary before OneUp. I know every workout will challenge me so much, but it feels awesome each time you achieve a higher weight or longer time. Great for busy parents, professionals, women. Nice facility, great location, zero complaints. Give it a try!Melissa Morrison10 days agoJoycelyn S11 days agoBefore OneUp, I was someone who didn't enjoy exercising, had never really been to the gym, and honestly didn't know where or how to start. Looking back, joining OneUp was one of the best decisions I could have made. I've been training with Caspian and Joey for close to a year, and they genuinely care about helping me get the most out of every session. They're positive, encouraging, patient, and know exactly when to push me to do a little better. I started noticing a difference within just 2-3 months. My frequent back aches have almost disappeared, I feel much stronger, and my stamina has improved so much. Their 30-minute sessions are easy to fit into a busy schedule and never feel overwhelming. For someone who used to dread working out, I now actually look forward to my sessions every week!SarahSally Knox12 days agoIncredible training with fantastic trainers! So grateful to Joey and Matt for helping me to change my body composition for the better after battling gestational diabetes twice. Big thank you!! Feeling stronger than ever and loving that the results are backed by hard science ☺️Marcia Brown14 days agoI can’t say enough good things about One Up Fitness! From the moment you walk in, you feel welcomed and supported. The atmosphere is friendly, positive, and encouraging, and the staff genuinely care about helping you reach your goals. What I especially appreciate is that you never feel judged or intimidated. The trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and motivating, and they make the workouts both challenging and enjoyable.Roz Penfound14 days agoI’ve been training with Joey for almost a year. He is great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. The sessions are tailored to my needs and I’m making good progress. There is never more than one other client in the studio and no loud music. Highly recommend it.Susan Eisner15 days agoOneUp is exceptional in the personal training space. With 2 great, very clean facilities with top notch equipment in the HRM. I have been training here for over 3 years. Their training philosophy is unique and very safe while being incredibly time efficient and it works. Their trainers are all excellent, personally I workout out with Joey the most frequently and he pushes hard, I always get a great workout. Thanks OneUp!! Highly recommend!Dorothy MacLeod15 days agoWith a busy full-time job and young kids at home, I struggle to make time for myself. For the past 5 years, the team at OneUp on Gary Martin Drive has consistently delivered a challenging, effective and rewarding workout in 20 mins. My husband and I have both seen significant results and benefits from our twice-weekly workouts. We also genuinely look forward to our time with Caspian (who is so attentive to our individual needs), Joey (who is such an effective motivator) and Matt (who has made the experience consistently rewarding from day 1). OneUp Fitness has truly helped me feel "limitless" in enjoying an active life with a relatively small and enjoyable weekly time commitment.alan colburn15 days agoI came here, not knowing what to expect. I’ve never had a trainer before. I was hesitant, but got all the reassurance I needed from my trainer. I can’t say as I look forward to every week, but I certainly don’t hide from it. I’m starting to feel the results of our efforts here. That’s very encouraging considering I was a total shipwreck before I started. I had an illness and was not sure I’d ever get my strength back. Thanks to Joey and Matt. I’m starting to feel like I will get my strength back.Judy16 days agoI have been so pleased and appreciative of the high calibre, effective personal training at OneUp Fitness in Bedford! I’ve enjoyed all my sessions over the last year and a half and have benefited greatly. Most recently, I’ve been working with Caspian who has shown both a real depth of knowledge and expertise, as well as a sincere interest in customizing each session to maximize the progress I can achieve. He asks for feedback and is always thinking about subtle tweaks and adjustments to improve even the regular routines. Caspian really cares about his clients and their well-being. I look forward to my workouts and am so grateful that I can be guided to safely and effectively build strength and resilience in only 30-minute sessions!Belinda Brown20 days agoCaspian is an excellent trainer. Lots of feedback, motivation, and engages clients in setting goals.Linda Thorne20 days agoI love my workouts, the most important thing I do for myself. I train with Caspian and I would highly recommend!!Cynthia McCutcheon21 days agoThis is a great spot to go if you are looking for one on one specialized training. The equipment is top notch and the team is extremely well versed in exercise physiology. Personally, my trainer, Caspian, is the best! He is highly technical yet engaging and has a fun personality. His attention to detail and commitment to your personalized experience is phenomenal. Caspian is the reason I continue to go twice per week as he makes getting healthy a fun experience and his encouragement is truly appreciated.Helen Dolan29 days agoI have been strength training at the Dresden Row location for eight months and I am still slightly amazed by the results of just two 30-minute sessions per week. Both my strength and energy level have dramatically improved. The changes come gradually, but they are significant. My trainer, Mathieu, is enormously motivating and explains the science behind every activity. He carefully tracks my progress so that we can review periodically. It’s fun to actually see your progress mapped out in a comprehensive report. In some instances, I am now able to handle more than double the weight of my early sessions in January. The InBody scan is also far more detailed than any body composition testing that I have come across elsewhere. I am in mid-life, and a friend of mine calls her strength training her "nursing home prevention plan," which is only partially a joke. If you are considering making an appointment for a consultation, just do it! Highly recommend!Linda W29 days agoI have been so pleased with my progress at One Up Fitness and with Mathieu Charlebois my trainer. I joined 5 months after a hip replacement operation and would give credit for my full recovery 7 months later to my commitment to the program and the leadership and guidance of Mathieu as he/we figured out what I needed next through the process. He also introduced me to his colleagues who had good specific advice. I feel stronger and more confident every day in my ability to walk, keep good balance strengthen my body. I know this will be a long time commitment for me as I age with confidence, strength and grace.Caspian Tohidian35 days agoMichelle Doyle50 days agoProfessional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Fabulous results!Tara Conrad50 days agoI highly recommend the focused training at One Up Fitness! The trainers are knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely invested in helping you get the most out of every session. The welcoming environment makes it a place you actually look forward to coming to! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Lisa Zwicker52 days agoOne Up motivated me to get in shape, build muscle and invest in my health long term. My personal trainer, Joey, pushes me to do more than I ever thought possible. This is a tough one on one workout but you feel so good afterwards physically and mentally. I highly recommend it.Tim Stephens86 days agoExcellent admin team. Excellent trainers. Even a grumpy old hockey player on vacation couldn’t find much to complain about at 8AM before coffee—and that’s saying something. 😄🏒Elaine Wright109 days agoI joined One to One Fitness over 12 years ago and never looked back! I am currently working with Trainer Mathieu Charlebois who guides and motivates me to get the most out of each workout. Their program of short intense sessions really works for me. I have a standing appointment once I week and if I need to reschedule it is easy to do. I highly recommend One to One Fitness and Trainer Mathieu!Ian Bose147 days agoAnne Dawson-Baltjes198 days agoYou will not find a better training experience. The staff know their science and it shows. I'm building muscle and visibly getting stronger. I have gotten more results in a shorter time; with not one injury to my over 60 year old self. Worth the time and every penny!jane anderson224 days agoI started training at the Bedford location more than 4 years ago when I hit my mid-50s and the curves in my spine (scoliosis) started to worsen. Since working with Matt and his team, my neck and back pain have subsided, and I feel the strongest that I've ever been. My 30 minute workouts (once a week) are incredibly convenient and efficient - not only do I get a great strength-building workout, but its good cardio too. I highly recommend OneUp Fitness and their approach to strength training.Scott Nickerson237 days agoThis is my first experience doing resistance training and I can honestly say that I get more out of a 30 minute session with Joey than an hour at a regular gym. By the time I'm finished I have to sit for 5 minutes before I can walk down the steps. I would highly recommend trying resistance training here at One up fitness to anyone who is serious about gaining some strength and enjoying a beneficial workout. Thanks again Joey!Brenda Redmond294 days agoThanks kyle for a great workout sessionBill Fenton315 days agoMatt and his team are fantastic to work with and provide great workouts focused on progression, development and technique. 30 minutes one on one is time well spent!Donna Thompson323 days agoI'm now 76 and have sustained my weekly workouts - yes, still a firm believer! I truly enjoy working with my excellent trainer, keeping my strength and fitness at a level that surprises me. Onward and upward.👍 thank you OneUp. I have been a committed client of OneUp Fitness for several years. I go once a week, work with my trainer and enjoy the benefits every day. As a woman of 72, I attribute my excellent level of fitness to their approach to training. I'm an avid golfer and I walk my 18 holes of golf multiple times a week. I can send the ball farther than I expect! That's the gift of my fitness. At this age keeping fit makes every day an easier day. Thank you OneUp!Rick MacDonald (RocketManRC)325 days agoI've been taking weekly strength training at Oneup Fitness in Bedford for just over a year with what I consider to be amazing results. At first I was skeptical because I suffer from long term chronic back pain and increasing nerve related pain in my right leg however after a few sessions with Matt following the program that he put together for me I began to experience significant improvement in my fitness level with no negative impact to my back or leg. I have also had sessions with two of the other trainers including Joey Mollins most recently and have found the training to be very consistent. In summary I am very happy that Matt convinced me to pursue this and will be continuing indefinitely!Mitchell Hunter329 days agoI’ve been training at OneUp Fitness for over a year now and am really enjoying the experience. I’ve always struggled to maintain a consistent strength training routine, so I appreciate how frictionless this experience is. It’s nice being able to just show up and not have to think about machine settings, tracking previous lifts, or evolving the routine over time. The workouts are challenging (without being discouragingly so), and they have turned out to be surprisingly effective over time. I was apprehensive whether 2 x 30 min sessions a week would be enough to move the needle for me, but I’m already down 26lbs and 8% body fat with minimal additional lifestyle changes. Thanks to Matt and his team for making working out a more pleasant experience.Steve W335 days agoIve been attending One up in Halifax for two years and been through a number of trainers in that time. Mathieu Charlebois is by far the most attentive, detail oriented and supportive by far. Make sure to connect with Mathieu if you are interested in gaining strength and knowledge around your overall health and well being!Julie O'Grady335 days agoI love Oneup Fitness. The trainers are knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging.Carolyn Phillips344 days agoI’ve been coming to OneUp fitness now for about 4 years, and plan to stay! The personal trainers are so knowledgeable, and truly want to help you achieve your best! After working from home during the pandemic, I suffered from extreme back issues - the trainers were patient and 4 years later - I no longer worry about back spasms every time I move the wrong way! Through one -on-one sessions , we are continuing to work on strength training and flexibility- although always challenging, the results are way more rewarding!! Their fitness model really works. All I can say is “give it a try!!” You’ll be hooked!Marie Brewer386 days agoJuliette Wang470 days ago15 Sessions In: My Muscles Have Opinions Now. I just finished my 15th session at OneUp, and let me tell you — my body has changed, my strength has skyrocketed, and I now measure time in soreness levels: Day 1 – Spicy. Day 2 – Regret. Day 3 – Empowerment. When I started, I could barely back press 80 lbs without feeling like I was lifting a small Honda. Now? I’m up to 100 lbs! My form? According to my trainer, it’s the best of anyone he trains. I can’t disclose his name because he told me to keep that compliment to myself 🤭. (Don’t worry, your secret’s safe-ish with me.) But this isn’t just about lifting heavy things while making dramatic noises. OneUp’s program is tight, efficient, and science-based. Just 30 minutes, once a week. That’s it. And yet? My metabolism is fired up, my body composition is shifting, my lower back pain is down, and I no longer have to brace myself when I sneeze. The trainers are kind, brilliant, and genuinely care about your health and goals. They know how to push you without making you cry (unless you’re into that kind of thing). I leave every session feeling like I’ve done something incredibly good for myself — even if I need to lie in the car for 10 minutes after. If you’re looking for real results, smart guidance, and a place that treats strength training like the self-care it truly is, OneUp is the one!George Fisher480 days agoFor the last several months I’ve been working out with Mathieu Charlebois. He is consistent, thorough and takes an active interest in my progress and fitness goals! He’s a great young trainer and I would recommend him to anyone. George FisherBrad Goodine482 days agoStephen Barbour483 days agoI have been doing strength training regularly once a week for ten years now (since a back injury) and it has made a huge positive difference in my life. I have had several trainers and my latest, Mathieu Charlebois, is terrific. He is very careful about form and this makes me get the best possible out of a session. He is also very pleasant to work with. I feel I am moving into a higher level of fitness. My core strength means that my back does not bother me and in general I move like a person much younger than my years.Jan Fralic-Brown508 days agoAs a soon to be sixty year old post-menopausal female, I'm very concerned about maintaining my strength, balance, and agility for as long as possible. I've been active all my life, but I've never felt so continuously challenged and supported by any workout regimen as I have with the strength training (and trainers!) at One Up. Over the past 2 1/2 years I've felt so many benefits of working one on one with a trainer on equipment designed to provide the most optimal strength development: the improvements in strength, stamina and cardiovascular fitness; increased self-confidence, focus, and ability to deal with stress; and the joy that comes with testing and moving beyond my perceived limits. I am never bored with the workouts - it's only once a week, we switch things up, and working with a trainer is motivating. It's an indispensable part of my life. It helps me love this life! Update: I'm still here 5 years later, and everything I said in the first review is still true. On top of that, after experiencing a back injury this past fall, the combination of physiotherapy from One to One and the subsequent modifications in my strength training brought me back (ha!) to full recovery. For me, strength training in the studio acted as an extension of the physiotherapy and I now appreciate the benefits of its slow and heavy approach to training even more. My current trainer, Renita, has been phenomenal, especially in being able to safely take me to my limits, and continually keeping me working in good form and mentally focused.Lucy548 days agoMy experience with OneUp has been incredible! The facilities are great and the team is welcoming and supportive. Matt is a great personal trainer, very knowledgeable and always fully engaged throughout each session, making sure I get the most out of every workout. Highly recommended!Karen Furneaux569 days agoI’ve been training at One Up Fitness now for 4 months and I’ve noticed a significant improvement in strength, capacity and mindset. Matt pushes me to go near to my limit with each exercise and I always leave feeling like I’ve had an excellent workout! Thanks Matt and team!Matthew Berry574 days agoWow! I don't know if I can describe how impressed I am with this facilities, knowledge and technology. They gave me some amazing insights on my fitness and well-being and I look forward to coming back to visit these guys in 3 months to see how well I've improved+1Alana Coneen841 days agoI stumbled upon OneUp about a month into my "reboot my life" journey. I didn't know the first thing about going to a gym and was frankly way too intimidated to consider stepping into a regular gym. And I had NO knowledge of what to "do" in a gym. However, I wanted to add something new to my routine that would help me on my path to a healthier lifestyle. OneUp turned out to be the perfect solution. The idea of a space without crowds and having someone guide me through each workout was very appealing. Everyone I have encountered has been incredibly welcoming. Special kudos go to Paul, who made me feel like I belonged there from day one and made it easy to try something completely new. It's been nine months, and I can't say enough about what I get out of OneUp. Paul has taught me a lot and kept me motivated, not just with what I'm doing at OneUp but in all aspects of my journey. He consistently pushes me beyond what I ever thought I could do and makes me laugh hard while doing it. Honestly, it's one of the best parts of my week. If you're hesitant about starting or looking for something way better than a regular gym, I highly recommend giving OneUp a try. Go for a free trial session and see for yourself!Carl Quinlan862 days agoOneUp provides more than just a workout. Matt & his team customize a plan to optimize your strength and endurance in a safe, comfortable, private environment. No experience necessary, no motivation required, except a desire for wellness. Just show up. Try a session. You won’t regret it.Barb Boates863 days agoGreat gym! Working with trainers individually allowed me to tailor each workout to my needs that day, which helped to keep me motivated coming back. Focused workouts helped me to reach my fitness and strength goals. I am stronger than I have ever been and will keep getting stronger from here!Bill Gray918 days agoFantastic serviceNicholas Hatt927 days agoI have struggled for many years with severe and sometimes debilitating back pain, related to complications from abdominal surgery. The team at One Up (especially Mike) have been exceptional in helping me to achieve a level of fitness and wellness which has not only reduced my pain but improved my mobility and my mental health. I cannot recommend them more highly! Working with them will give you your life back and they will help you achieve a level of wellness you didn’t think possible.Cole McGrath940 days agoJessica Lake940 days agoWorking with this gym and their cutting edge philosophy around strength training has been so key to my recovery post MVA as well as my overall health and wellness. I feel anyone and everyone could benefit from training at One-Up. Personal training is an investment, but with this gym in particular, it is an investment worth making. My training sessions here are worth every penny!Glenn Graham981 days agoBessy Nikolaou1149 days agoIf you’re looking to build up strength, in a fast and efficient manner, OneUp is it.Usha R1247 days agoExcellentjheather maclean1413 days agoMore than 20 years with these great people, from downtown to Bedford, keeps me motivated and strong for other activities. Recommended!David1417 days agoStrength Confidence Performance I’ve had the pleasure of training and being coached by the owner, Matt. The focus and excellence in coaching me to get out of my comfort zone, to push myself farther than I could have imagined myself to do is what I believe differentiates OneUp from a typical gym experience. Three months later I am definitely stronger. That is evident in carrying out everyday activities, in my physical appearance and how clothes fit. That’s been the most exciting changes I’ve seen and others have told me they see. My confidence performing on the exercise machines has significantly improved such that I can achieve muscular failure in one set. The literature is abundant about the benefits this can bring. The entire team at OneUp all seem to have one goal. Get their clients stronger performing exercises in a safe manner with a time commitment of less than an hour a week. In my experience they have exceeded my expectations of what strength training is and the results I can achieve. Call them and try it out. It’s challenging. It’s hard work. And it’s life changing!Greg Fownes1521 days agoExcellent gym, great equipment, top notch staff !Kathleen Wildfeuer1524 days agoVery professional and I feel that I’m in good hands !John Stevens1598 days agoOneUp is perfect for me, allowing me to build strength amidst busy work and family commitments. Strength training has been instrumental in managing joint pain so I can enjoy sports and other activities pain free.Jonathan Macleod1598 days agoI really enjoy the staff and facility here. The efficient training format works great for someone like me with a busy work schedule and young family. I'm seeing great results and would highly recommend OneUp.Den1684 days agoWell worth it. Expect a team that cares and works with you to meet your goals. Highly recommend.David Bryson1689 days agoI am 85 years old. I have been strength training with OneUpFitness for 15 years - - once a week for about 25 minutes. The same basic routine works each of my major muscles to the point of exhaustion. I am continuously amazed at how effective this program has been. My retention of muscle strength, despite aging, is unbelievable- - especially for such a small investment of time! And I have never suffered even the slightest injury. I am quite certain I could not achieve the same results without the powerful motivation and expert guidance provided by my ever-present personal trainer. OneUpFitness is a very competent and professional operation. Thank you Matt and Mike (and Jamie).Marilyn Newport1703 days agoI have been with OneUP since October 1, 2015. What I like most about it is it only takes less than 30 minutes a week to meet my goals. I want to be able to be active outdoors rather than in the gym. With this routine I can continue to lift and carry things without strain or energy. The one on one attention to my form ensures I am focused on the correct muscle group. I am very comfortable with my workouts....not so much with writing posts!!Damion Pollard1707 days agoTraining at OneUp has changed my life for the better! I am getting stronger, I sleep WAY better, and I'm not as tired at the end of a busy work day. The workout is just right where I work hard for a short amount of time, and then I'm good to go. Really busy? OneUp workouts are short. Want to learn more? My trainer helps me build a workout and perform the exercises safely. Want to feel like you're working hard? You are! The workouts make you feel like you've done good for your body and mind. This is a great place to go to reach your goals and take things to the next level!Anne Fenety1778 days agoOver the years, my OneUp Fitness trainers—like Pat Whitman—help me improve my health at every visit … by both challenging me and caring about me.Debbie Bodnarchuk1788 days agoI have been going to One Up for 5+years for strength training. About 18 months ago I stopped because I was told I was high risk for Osteoporosis and the Doctor told me to stop doing weights because I could fracture a bone. Instead I was put on a very strong drug that made me ill and I was told I’d be on it for 5 years. But good news! The hospital bone density test was wrong. They expunged my record. Always get a second opinion! I was told to get off the meds and to resume “light weights”. That’s when Matt and Mike explained to me that weight training is the very best thing for bone density. I’m happy to say that I’m back at it and I have never had a fracture in my life.Nancy Barteaux1794 days agoI have been training at OneUp Fitness for approximately 3 years. This method of strength-training is so efficient. As a busy professional I am amazed by the results in the less than 30 minutes per week I spend there! It is easy to schedule sessions around my schedule. The trainers are excellent. Recently Pat Whitman joined the team and he is excellent to work with and is already pushing me beyond what I believed possible. I highly recommend Pat and the team at OneUp Fitness.Alan Greene1796 days agoOneUp Fitness has helped me roll back the clock physically by at least 10 years. Two quick workouts a week and done. Highly recommend! Thanks Matt and Mike!Debbie Garson1796 days agoFor many years I've had an excellent experience with OneUp Fitness. I have always enjoyed my trainers, including my present trainer Pat Whitman. The studio is spacious, and I am always attended by a fitness trainer. My workout is intense, but quick enough that it fits conveniently into a busy day. I manage far more repetitions with a trainer than I would on my own.Pauline Boudreau1798 days agoOneUp has been my go-to personal training centre for several years: one to one professional trainer, spotless studio, well maintained equipment, and a short session (less than 20 minutes). The trainers have helped me enjoy life to the fullest after struggling with back issues for years. Not anymore! Life is good. The well trained and professional staff coach and gently critique my workouts, allowing me to achieve the goal of increasing muscle strength with each session in the studio. I call it my "15 minutes of hell" per week. The high intensity philosophy suits my lifestyle. It's efficient and results oriented. Patrick, my trainer, is a great new asset to the studio. His comfortable coaching style guides me safely through my personalized routine, cheerleading when I need it and always with my progress and safety in mind. Highly recommend Patrick and OneUp Fitness!Paul Boudreau1801 days agoOneUp Fitness helped me transition from running marathons to a more full-body healthy approach to life. The documented benefits of having someone watch your workout that applied to running is at the core of the OneUp training approach. It works! Patrick is my great trainer these days. His calm, encouraging help is essential to get through the tough parts of the workout. He cheers me on, tracks my progress and keeps everything nice and clean. Thanks Patrick! OneUp's recognition of the need to maintain muscle strength as we age is something makes great sense to me and I expect to benefit from their excellent support for many years to come.Mike Kohler1802 days agoOneUp has been a game changer for me! The workout is short and intense, which lets me fit it easily into my schedule, and still feel like I worked hard when I'm done. I tend to not know when to quit when exercising and this has led to numerous injuries over the years. Working with an experienced personal trainer at OneUp has kept my workouts injury free and more effective. I find there is good communication between me and the several trainers I've worked with, allowing the workout to be tailored to what I need at a given time.Susan Stevens1922 days agoMatt is an excellent trainer. I have been strength training with him for over a decade now. I have never suffered an injury while training and continue to build strength and resilience despite significant physical injury from the past. I have regained so much and have defied my doctors' expectations! Thanks Matt and the OneUp Fitness team!!J Nesbitt1969 days agoOneUp Fitness has allowed me to build strength and confidence after a major lower back injury. Even during the pandemic, we continue to meet virtually, and I’m still continuing to improve with weekly benefits of targeted exercise. Matt, is a fantastic trainer and coach, and provides detailed instructions and explanations relevant to each exercise. I’ve gone from worrying about picking up a bag of groceries to running around with my kids again.Ramona Lumpkin1969 days agoOneUp is very simply the best in personal training. I can't recommend them highly enough.Lola Leving1996 days agoWhen I walked into OneUp, I didn't know what to expect - I had never regularly attended a gym before and my preferred form of exercise included walking and yoga. My sessions with Mike showed me that I'm stronger than I think I am, and taught me how to push my limits while staying safe and having fun. And honestly, so much FUN! Thank you for the lovely environment, fantastic trainers and an overall great experience.Leslie Crewe2071 days agoReview I’m a female in my 50’s and have been going to various gyms most of my adult life. A few months ago I joined One Up Fitness on the advice of a friend. I am only able to go once a week but within just a few weeks I began to see a noticeable difference in my body shape and tone which is remarkable considering the short amount of time I’ve been going. This is a very different way of working out and in my opinion it is the most bang for my buck that I’ve ever gotten at a gym. My trainer Matt is very knowledgeable and professional and pushes me much harder than I would ever push myself. He always explains in detail how to perform each exercise and what muscles we are targeting. I would not be attending a big box gym right now due to the coronavirus but these private training sessions are perfect. If you’re looking for a unique gym experience with amazing results this is it.Anna Stuart2072 days agoI have been training at OneUp for much of the last 10 years - the trainers are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, personable and encouraging, the facility is clean, quiet, quality and confidential, the online booking and experience at a training session are exceptional. And the results - I am amazed at how much increased strength and stamina I've developed from my 20-minute session twice a week.Bessy Nikolaou2386 days agoI've been a OneUp member for 3+ years now. I've never been stronger in my life. Trainers are PRO.Heidi S (A Drop of Wellness)2424 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A really unique and different approach to exerciseNick Mombourquette2559 days agoI've been training at OneUp in Bedford, once a week, for the past 3 months. Recently I decided to play gentlemen’s hockey again, after about 6 months off the ice. My first time back was for a charity hockey tournament in which I ended up playing four, one-hour hockey games over the span of 8 hours. All day, I was able to keep up with folks who were younger than me and I found I was hardly winded. I know this was a sure sign that my training at OneUp has improved my stamina, cardio, strength, and mobility. Putting in the work with quality equipment and trainers (for only a half an hour per week) has been a total game changer in my life. Thank you for two important things--my time and full-body physical fitness.+0Adam Kayfitz2568 days agoI have been doing OneUp workouts approximately once per week for over a year. As many people, I'm very busy in my professional and personal life and had very little time to commit to fitness and health. A colleague of mine recommended OneUp as a solution. Initially I was skeptical. I could not understand how 30 minutes once per week could benefit me. Once I understood the science and then went through the workout, it made complete sense. Matt, the owner and one of the trainers, is excellent at explaining the science of building muscle and of how the workouts contribute to current and then to future health. The workouts are very simple (weight machines), safe, yet very challenging. At the end of a workout I am tired, sore, have elevated heart rate, yet very little sweat (they keep the gym cool and you have fans so you don't overheat). I have not been injured once in my workouts. I would always have little nagging injuries from other gyms that would stop my progress. The trainers push you to your limits, to a place I would never be able to go by myself, to the point of complete muscle exhaustion and failure. No lies, the muscles are burning and shaking and it requires maximum effort. That said, you are never pushed beyond your capabilities or to a point where you will get injured. You do what you can and if you fail, that ok and it's actually good to fail as you know you have done all you can. I don't have to pay attention to how much weight I'm lifting, or how many reps I am doing. All I focus on is the technique and the breathing and following what the trainers say. To have a fully body strength workout in 30 minutes a week that maximizes effort and cuts out all the erroneous "time wastes" fits perfectly for my life and what I'm looking to achieve.John and Heather Pickford2678 days agoThe best investment I’ve ever made in taking care of myself has been to join One Up Fitness! For the last 2+ years I have been receiving one-on-one training from Matt and his excellent personal trainers and I have been expertly coached on every occasion! As a result, I am stronger, more fit and confident. And to top it off, I know that my continued investment in One Up Fitness is an investment in me and will assist me in maintaining strength during the aging process! I highly recommend this training to all!Gillian Astle2681 days agoFantastic program! I work in the area as an engineer, and as a busy professional it has been extremely convenient to fit the half hour workouts into my work week. I'm able to get much more out of the workout in a short amount of time than I would on my own with a much longer workout. I came to OneUp Fitness after a lower back injury to get help safely performing strength training again. I had injured myself previously, but any attempts at strength training on my own was resulting in aggravation of the injury. The coaching I have had in workouts every week have provided me a safe environment to get stronger, and the confidence to do activities I had been missing out on post-injury. Would highly recommend.Rick D2686 days agoGreat physiotherapists & the massages are the best in Halifax. The training that I receive is amazing & I feel like I am getting the best workout available. Highly recommendedJoseph Dunford2789 days agoTerrific program. Great equipment. Knowledgeable, helpful, encouraging trainers. The half hour sessions mean I can always get a workout in no matter how hectic my week is.Shiela C2911 days agoI loved it! The workouts are quick, and you think, too quick, but after 6 sessions I was down 6” overall body measurements. It works. It’s not your typical gymSuzanne Short2946 days agoThe old adage, “Use it or lose it” is true: At 61, I know this first-hand. I’ve always been athletic, but often in fits and starts. We now know that science tells us that maintaining strength is key to vibrant aging – that we don’t get sick because we get old, but because we get weak. So when I moved to Nova Scotia last spring to be more active in the lives of my grandkids, I researched fitness options, looking to challenge myself in safe, efficient and enjoyable ways. I was familiar with the concept of high-intensity strength training – an approach that promises minimal time requirements while producing maximum results - but had never tried it. Matt and his OneUp Fitness team truly deliver on this promise. During my initial twice-weekly 30-minute sessions (that’s it!) I learned how to step up to the OneUp Fitness challenge - determine my current capabilities then push past them. One-on-one coaching spurs on my progress. My workouts are always safe and efficient. They became enjoyable after spending a couple of weeks acclimatizing my body to the effort required. I look forward to seeing where my OneUp Fitness journey takes me, a journey I encourage everyone to take. Together, we can blast through those ever-present, ridiculously-limiting stereotypes about aging!Moussa Noun3068 days agoMargie Kennedy3279 days agoI was looking for a few specific things in my search for a fitness program and comfortable training environment - a more efficient and effective workout that could be tailored to my specific health and fitness priorities, 1 to 1 training with expert coaches, and a professional training environment that focuses on tangible results rather than mass classes or rows of Lulu Lemon lined up on the treadmills. A friend mentioned One Up and, being curious, I tried out the introductory session. Their model is unique from the ubiquitous mass production gyms and fitness programs that saturate pop culture and the HRM. The One Up program is back by hard science, detailed research, and an explicit dedication to ensuring that clients meet their goals and progress to goals in a safe, incremental, and supported way. I can truly say that this is the best fitness program I have ever had. Why? Because of the combination of the instructors and the model of fitness generation. I work with Matt almost exclusively but all the instructors are similarly knowledgeable, engaging, supportive, and safety conscious. With Matt's encouragement and guidance in strength training, I hit new personal best performances almost every session and I have the tools to maintain this when I travel for work. It's also fantastic to know that after my targeted 30-minute workout, I know I've worked as hard as a much longer workout elsewhere but I can get dressed and go immediately back to work. Quite literally, they have it down to a science and I've achieved exciting goals as a result. I also completed the 6-week lifestyle coaching program with Matt. This program is designed to help support targeted fitness goals - whether weight loss or introducing a more balanced nutritional lifestyle, etc. This was a fantastic experience, providing 1 to1 meetings, body composition analysis, and planning/problem-solving. I gained lots of valuable knowledge about how to incorporate my paleo nutritional goals and lost 14 lbs over the course of the program. If you're looking for a safe, efficient and highly effective way to meet (or jump start) your fitness goals, I highly recommend One Up. In my opinion, they're the Number 1 fitness program in HRM for all people who are serious about regaining or protecting their health and fitness. With a free introductory session to try it out, you'll be hooked too!DP Steyn3571 days agoGreat concept at a great location!Cindy Mombourquette3652 days agoChallenging but rewarding! Best workout ever!!Jennifer Robinson3846 days agoI walked into OneUp Fitness for the first time in January. It didn't feel like a gym at all, it feels more like a studio. My initial consult was with Matt, a graduate of the Kinesiology program at Dal and a personal trainer at OneUp. The initial consult is enlightening. I have played competitive sports for most of my life, yet I had not been exposed to anything like OneUp's approach to fitness. I am a firm believer that a stronger body lives better and lives longer, the question is how does one find the time to maintain that regime...? Try OneUp Fitness, they are also in Bedford. All it takes me is two 30 minute sessions a week. My mom is on program too!Load more
