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 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 W7 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 Tohidian13 days agoMichelle Doyle28 days agoProfessional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Fabulous results!Tara Conrad28 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 Zwicker30 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 Stephens64 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 Wright87 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 Bose125 days agoAnne Dawson-Baltjes176 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 anderson202 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 Nickerson215 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 Redmond272 days agoThanks kyle for a great workout sessionBill Fenton293 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 Thompson301 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)303 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 Hunter307 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 W313 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'Grady313 days agoI love Oneup Fitness. The trainers are knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging.Carolyn Phillips322 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 Brewer364 days agoJuliette Wang448 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 Fisher458 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 Goodine460 days agoStephen Barbour462 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-Brown486 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.Lucy526 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 Furneaux547 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 Berry552 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 Coneen819 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 Quinlan840 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 Boates841 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 Gray896 days agoFantastic serviceNicholas Hatt905 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.Susan Eisner916 days agoTop notch fitness program. Highly recommend!Cole McGrath918 days agoJessica Lake918 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 Graham959 days agoBessy Nikolaou1127 days agoIf you’re looking to build up strength, in a fast and efficient manner, OneUp is it.Usha R1225 days agoExcellentjheather maclean1391 days agoMore than 20 years with these great people, from downtown to Bedford, keeps me motivated and strong for other activities. Recommended!David1395 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 Fownes1499 days agoExcellent gym, great equipment, top notch staff !Kathleen Wildfeuer1502 days agoVery professional and I feel that I’m in good hands !Dorothy MacLeod1575 days agoWith a busy full-time job and young kids at home, I struggle to make time for myself. The team at OneUp on Gary Martin Drive consistently delivers 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 Matt, Tanya and Mike. OneUp Fitness has truly helped me feel "limitless" in enjoying an active life with a relatively small and enjoyable weekly time commitment.John Stevens1576 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 Macleod1576 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.Den1662 days agoWell worth it. Expect a team that cares and works with you to meet your goals. Highly recommend.David Bryson1667 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 Newport1682 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 Pollard1685 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 Fenety1756 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 Bodnarchuk1766 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 Barteaux1772 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 Greene1774 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 Garson1774 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 Boudreau1776 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 Boudreau1779 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 Kohler1780 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 Stevens1900 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 Nesbitt1947 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 Lumpkin1947 days agoOneUp is very simply the best in personal training. I can't recommend them highly enough.Lola Leving1974 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 Crewe2049 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 Stuart2050 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 Nikolaou2364 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)2402 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A really unique and different approach to exerciseNick Mombourquette2537 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 Kayfitz2546 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 Pickford2656 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 Astle2659 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 D2664 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 Dunford2767 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 C2889 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 Short2924 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 Noun3046 days agoMargie Kennedy3257 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 Steyn3549 days agoGreat concept at a great location!Cindy Mombourquette3630 days agoChallenging but rewarding! Best workout ever!!Jennifer Robinson3824 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
