Reviews

I trained with Justin for a year. I had never even heard of a kettlebell until he introduced me to them. Through his instruction, coaching, and encouragement, I have become stronger than I ever thought I could be. While I am not yet finished with my fitness journey, and can not imagine I ever will be, I will be forever grateful for the time I spent with Justin! I have tried every possible weight loss program know to man- nothing has ever worked. Until kettlebells and Justin's training! I would recommend Justin to anyone- and I have!

Justin got me to be very disciplined with proper kettlebell techniques, warm ups, posture, positions, work outs, etc. Kettelbells are a great workout, but there is definitely a possibility of injury from it if not done properly. Justin did a great job in making sure I was doing everything properly. He also pushed me to put out more in each workout. Excellent instructor.

I wish I'd met Justin sooner. I'm down 20 "healthy" pounds since working with Justin. Not only has he given me a new and improved focus on how to maximize my workouts and gain true strength and power, he's also helped me eat better to improve my overall well-being. He's a stellar instructor who is very attentive to those he works with. Couldn't imagine training with anyone else.

I was an assistant instructor on Justin's team at the 2010 Philly RKC. An unfortunate chest cold hit him just before the workshop but that did not stop him from putting forth an incredible effort and performance throughout the entire weekend! I was very impressed. Justin had impeccable form and great work capacity, an obvious testament to his training. Even though he was already an experienced trainer coming into the certification, he humbled himself and went into learning mode - I cannot speak highly enough about that kind of attitude! I have no doubt in Justin's ability as a trainer or the heights he will rise to in this profession.

I consider myself a fit person but felt over the past few years that my fitness level had reached a plateau. So I decided to take a kettelbell class instructed by Justin Thompson. Wow! After just one class, I knew his approach would help me to achieve my fitness goals.

I have now been training with Justin for the past six weeks and find his passion and skill level for fitness to be inspiring and addictive! I see him working with people in all age groups and fitness levels and have found that his teaching style incorporates great patience while instilling the importance of exercising correctly to avoid injury. It's clear that Justin loves what he is doing and I feel lucky to have the ability to learn from him.

Justin has been such an inspiration to me and I truly have seen such a transformation in the way that I look. He is inspiring, enthusiastic, passionate, motivating. Justin is generous with his time and has imparted so much knowledge to me about proper techniques and exercises which helped me to achieve the results I have worked so hard to finally see! He has a special gift and anyone that he trains is very lucky to reap the benefits of his enthusiasm and passion for fitness. Thank you Justin for all you have done for me!

Mentor, Challenger and Coach! Justin excels equally in all of these roles. I've been trained by and have worked professionally with Justin for the past 4 years. Justin's knowledge, and thirst for it, drives his intensity as he methodically creates training programs and watches as they come to fruition over and over again. Don't be "put off" or hesitant to approach Justin because of his youthfulness. The only downside, if you want to call it that, is Justin's endless energy to move forward to implement his next brainchild at warp speed, which means there's "no rest for the weary"-his clients. Tough love is what Justin calls it. And it is because of that tough love that I became an RKC Instructor April, 08'.

My kettlebell training with Justin began about 2 1/2 years ago. The first year of training consisted of perfecting the fundamentals. Six months prior to RKC cert Justin had me working with and learning about the kettlebells 5-6 days a week. Many bumps, bruises and blisters later I had established a solid foundation to succeed. As a result, my snatch test (16kg kb/36 reps) went smoothly and was successful on the first try. Not to mention that my hands survived the 3 days of workouts without a blemish, well maybe just one blister. I attribute all of this to Justin's diligent preparation for the RKC certification, careful program planning and particular attention to hand care when training with the kettlebells.

Justin, empowers you to be strong, to challenge yourself physically and mentally and, last but not least, to respect the kettlebell!

Justin trains HARDSTYLE, never anything less!

He knows kettlebells. He knows personal training. He knows it all!!!!
I have been training with Justin for about 2 years now. Every workout is different and challenging. He puts together a new workout everytime. Like the reviewer above said, he is a no nonsense instructor. He is honest and will tell you things you like and do not like to hear. What impresses me most is the fact that he can point out even the slightest error and suggest ways to make corrections.

Everyone I know at the Gym speaks highly of his skills and abilities and I would highly recommend Justin to anyone.

Justin had me hooked on his workouts since the first day I trained with him. The endless variety of skills and workouts that he has introduced me to have taken my fitness level beyond my expectations. His knowledge, great instruction, and creativity is exceptional. I have even been able to take what I have learned from Justin using kettlebells as well as other traditional and non-traditional methods of training and transfer that into improving my skills as a soccer player and onto my players as a coach. Justin is always eager to pass on to his clients everything he has learned and knowing that he is always trying to learn more means that I will be too!!

As someone who has always been active in sports and physical fitness throughout my life, I was amazed at the new fitness levels I've achieved since I began training with Justin just over 2 years ago. He is patient, dedicated and gives endless encouragement to support not only my fitness, but healthy eating and overall well being. Justin introduces many new and different ways to excercise which was important for me as different programs make a lifetime of working out stay interesting. If not for that variety, boredom would be an easy out for not exercising. Justin is such a positive motivator who has pushed me beyond my expectations. I enjoy working with him and consider him an excellent lifestyle coach.

It's been almost 2 years since Justin took me under his wing. His patience, knowledge and support throughtout this time has brought about a level of self confidence in my abilities that I never would have thought possible. Working with Justin is a continuous learning experience infused with creativity, improved technique and growth. His awesome instruction advocates both physical and mental self-development as well as calming activities to assist with daily stress levels. I look forward to our workouts and the next "new activity" he creates - the workout is always varied and tailored to your abilities stretching them a bit more each time. Thank you Justin for all you have done for me the last 2 years! It has been and continues to be an incredible experience!

I started Working out with Justin a year ago. He's an excellent trainer, a great motivator and a great coach. He knows how to motivate you, push you to your limits and achieve all your physical fitness goals. He also gives you guidelines for eating healthy, working through stress and overall life goals. He's a phenomenal trainer and life coach. I love working out with Justin and having him as a coach. He's excellent.

Justin really knows how to motivate you and push you to your limits. He always comes up with new innovative workouts that keep you and you body guessing. He's a no BS instructor and you have to love him for it.

Justin is excellent. Great form. Provides excellent training and continous instruction. Always improving your technique. Comes at you with different exercises. Always stretching one's limits, but with an awareness to your boundaries. Great attitude and outlook on life, look forward to seeing him everyday.

Great instructor, really know's how to push you to the limit!