“Before I started to work with Josh Lebow, the Body Tailor, I would have regular low-back spasms. I’m 62 and have had a broken upper back and a disc removed in my lower back. I also have psoriatic arthritis. These spasms, probably half a dozen or more a year, would put me in bed for 1-3 days and they made it hard for me to pursue my passion—which is golf. Since I started to see Josh, about a year ago, I have not had anymore lower back spasms. None. I played a lot of golf last year, shoveled snow, lifted weights. No spasms. He has a unique approach and a thorough understanding of the body, and he’s helped me with posture and diet, as well as exercise. A smart guy, a good guy, and someone I recommend without reservation.”
- Roland Merullo, author
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“I suffered for a year and a half with chronic knee pain triggered by a torn meniscus. Several courses of physical therapy treated the symptoms briefly and then they would return. All motion that involved my injured leg was difficult.
Josh began teaching me from the beginning, how to move in such a way that it would relieve the pressure on my knees. From getting up and down to walking, and breathing. He always carefully explained to me what he wanted me to do and why.
The pain in my knee went away within six weeks of beginning to work with Josh and has never returned.
I was motivated by my injury to seek Josh’s help, but I didn’t stop once I had started. Josh (and Carrie) supervised more vigorous weight training sessions, and guided my return to regular aerobics sessions without stressing my knees.
Josh is exceptionally intelligent, skilled and always studying. He is also perceptive and intuitive. Josh coached me to develop a sustainably healthier way of living, eating and moving, I recommend The Body Tailor not just for people with injuries but for people who are looking for an holistic approach to physical health.”
- Carlin Barton, Professor at UMass Amherst and author.
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“Working with Josh at the Body Tailor has helped me get out of a cycle of constant neck and back pain. It gave me a completely different perspective towards training and overall well-being. What I appreciate the most is the fact that he focuses on education regarding root causes for back/neck tension (things I would never have been aware of otherwise), and prescribes exercises tailored to my situation. Training with him has enabled me to manage and mitigate pain, and pursue activities that I enjoy but used to avoid before. I truly look forward to every session with him."
- Santosh Khasanvis, computer engineer.
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"I found out about CHEK training through my brother in CA. Conventional PT/Pliates were not helping me. Through a long referral train I found my way to Josh Lebow at the The Body Tailor. When I met Josh I was suffering from several issues which were chronic and wreaking all kinds of havoc with both my personal and professional life. I spent about 8 months with Josh working on getting me ready for a surgery that I had to have on my foot this fall. Over the years of a chronic foot problem my back and core had failed me. I can’t say enough about Josh and the staff at TBTailor. Each one is caring and really wants to help you in anyway they can. Josh not only helped me face my physical challenges but he was there for me as an emotional coach as well, sometimes I needed that more than anything given the chronicity of my issues and how they were affecting me as a professional, husband, and father. He is a loving, caring soul who wants nothing more than his clients to be healed and get their lives back. Each session ends in a hug that gives you hope and encouragement. I am still recovering from my surgery but hope to reconnect with Josh when I’m well enough. By the way, he continues to check in with me to see how I’m doing. I consider him not only my trainer but my friend."
-Dr. A, General Practitioner MD.
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"I started going to Josh six years ago. The key aspects that make him unique is his laser-sharp focus on correct form while exercising, his emphasis on what is best for you personally, and the treasure-trove of information about healthy lifestyle choices. I would never miss a session Josh."
-Csaba Andras Moritz, Professor at UMass Amherst and Founder of BlueRISC Inc.
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"Josh helps his clients build strength and to move more athletically through his experience as an athlete and his deep understanding of the human body and how it all works. He is thoughtful and experienced in designing individualized programs for his clients to help them reach their goals and meet their needs. Josh emphasizes and pays close attention to his clients, ensuring they use correct form for all the exercises. In addition, Josh is a wealth of knowledge regarding healthy life practices and nutrition which he freely shares. Josh is confidence builder and I have learned so much from him and am forever grateful."
-Ms. L, Teacher, Equestrian.
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"HUGE thanks to Josh Lebow for helping me go the distance. Josh is a deep, deep reservoir of knowledge, passion, love and motivation in all things fitness and health. I'm very blessed to have connected with him!"
-Dave Hayes, Musician and Meteorologist.
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"I've worked with many excellent personal trainers for nearly 20 years now; each member of the team at The Body Tailor surpasses them all. Every friend of mine who I've referred to The Body Tailor has become a thrilled, loyal -- and healthier -- client. After our recent move from Amherst to California we couldn't give up The Body Tailor after working with Josh, Carrie and Phil for six years, so my partner and I continue to train with The Body Tailor -- after our move to California -- via Skype!"
- Christopher Werler, Marketing professional.
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This is a text exchange with a collegiate athlete concerned about fatigue from ‘overtraining’, injury and maintaining performance.
6/12/17 - Training Begins.
8/22/17 - “Hey Josh, all is going great I'm like the only guy on defense without a shoulder injury! Also what is the best thing to do for sore feet and knees?”
10/3/17 - “Hey Josh, I have 26 tackles (3rd on team), 5 pass breakups (1st in the league), and 1 interception! I also feel fantastic (zero injuries) and I'm hitting harder than ever before.
10/22/17 - “Josh, I got some good news and bad news. The goods news is I had 3 interceptions in my game yesterday the bad news is I strained my hamstring and I we have a huge game for first place this weekend. Is there anything in particular that I should do to be ready to play Saturday.”
11/1/17 - “Hey Josh, my right hamstring is feeling good but I tweaked my right hip flexor in practice yesterday any suggestions on how to heal it before my game Saturday?”
1/3/18 - “Josh I just got my lifting schedule for the next 10 weeks and I have to lift Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8am just like last year, when I over-trained. I was wondering if you have any advice on how to go about this.”
1/23/18 - “Josh just wanted to let you know I’m feeling amazing and I'm thankful for all the help you’ve been giving me. I have more energy than ever and I’m the only person who doesn’t absolutely wear themselves out during our workouts. Also just bought the salmon convenient and delicious!”
Tucker Newman, defensive back / safety, Union College Football.
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“This isn't just a Gym, It's and Experience!."
Daniel Shapiro, retired Psychiatrist.
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