Client Reviews
"When I first met Maik Wiedenbach I boldly instructed him as to my wish list, trusting - I had seen him around MidCity and admired his workouts- but with no real belief. I wanted muscles and a proper dietary regimen, which was as far from my reality as the lunar surface. Within 6 months I did my first unassisted pull-ups and began wearing sleeveless shirts at the gym and on the street! I come from a long line of church ladies whose flowered print short sleeve shifts accentuated their always hanging arms- as a child I refused to remove my green long sleeved sweater even when promised treats. Maik is the only trainer I have seen who gives results. Look around your gym. You will see people who, alarmingly, have stayed in the same shape despite working out with their trainers. Train hard, eat properly, follow Maik. Thank you!"
Barbara B. - Core Program Innovation Team senior teacher
"No one ever told me that when I reached mid-life, my metabolism would come to a screeching stop! I've always been an athlete; going to the gym, playing tennis, swimming have always been part of my life. Yet I was gaining weight and not feeling my best. When I discussed my goals with Maik, I emphasized how much I wanted to not only continue to play tennis competitively (which also meant addressing persistent knee pain), but improve both my singles and doubles game, and I also hoped we might be able to kick my metabolism up a notch so I could manage my weight better.
As a result of training with Maik I have never played better tennis: my reactions and foot speed are markedly faster, my strokes are more explosive, and I have gained a competitive edge. I have also been able to lose some weight and understand better what I need to do to achieve my goals. Training with Maik is the best gift I've ever given myself!"
Sara T.- real estate attorney
"There are really not enough ways to describe the excellence and knowledge that Maik passes on to his clients. Throughout my life I have struggled with body image. I was a very skinny kid who was literally addicted to sugar. There was a lot of obesity in my family and getting fat was my biggest fear. I have belonged to almost every gym in Manhattan and beyond. I have had trainers, nutritionists and life coaches. I have seen doctors and even tried to go on a totally "RAW" food diet during my stint in California. So to say that I am concerned with my looks and how I feel would be an understatement to say the least. Maik Wiedenbach has been and is the best coach I have ever had. It is amazing how he teaches and inspires. He tells me that if I want to look and feel great; I need to eat right and be dedicated to working hard at the gym.
Brian B. - artist
"I wanted to thank you for training me. Besides the obvious physical benefits (no more lower back stiffness) and a steadily improving physique, it has unexpectedly helped me in other aspects of my life. . . Committing to training has helped me focus in my professional life and more importantly in my personal life. I'm a better person because of it and you have been a huge part of the process. You are an inspiration. I cant thank you enough! Looking forward to hitting our goals together. . ."
Andy G. - director at an international Wall St. bank and credit firm
"Maik has reinvigorated my work-outs. I immediately connected with his practical work-out philosophy, which he explains to great lengths. He is approachable and conscientious. I always feel very accomplished once I'm done working out with him. If there was a Zagat for trainers, Maik would be rated #1 for quality and service."
Avi P., 41, physique and health-conscious banker
"Maik Wiedenbach lives and breathes fitness. Having worked with other trainers who seem to "watch the clock", or be less than inspired, I consider myself extremely fortunate to have Maik as my personal trainer and coach. He is consistent and focused. His approach and methods are only of the highest standards. Maik's combination of wit and technical knowledge produce lessons which often make that rare leap - translating to metaphors for daily life - something typically only encountered from coaches in the hallowed arena of non-pro competitive sports.
The fact is: Wiedenbach is, unequivocally, the best."
Scott G., M.D., 40, body imaging specialist, prior fitness instructor
"I have trained with Maik Wiedenbach since February 2006...my goals were simple: I wanted a new body without touching cardio equipment, and for 33 yrs of wrong habits to be broken in less than a year. The following speaks volumes about the Wiedenbach Experience: My start date of Feb 23, 2006: 233 lbs, 6' 1 " 40 waist and pushing 27% bodyfat; I was not where i wanted to be. It took me about 2 months to fully understand what Wiedenbach knows; he is at the onset of a huge paradigm shift in the way trainers will come to view reaching and surpassing a client's goal. I am now a 33 inch waist at 188lbs and about 11% bodyfat, with nothing else to look at but my Adler Fitness daily logs and diet plan. With 4 times a week intense weight training, and an every 6 week meal change plan, my metabolism is now 'normal.' Maik has not only transformed my physique to the point where people actually comment on it, but he has personally ensured the foundation for a serious discipline that I now have for the rest of my life. Simply put: Wiedenbach gave me the body nature intended me to have."
Emilio L., 34 years, director at a major NASD investment firm, in pursuit of 7% bodyfat
Barbara B. - Core Program Innovation Team senior teacher
"No one ever told me that when I reached mid-life, my metabolism would come to a screeching stop! I've always been an athlete; going to the gym, playing tennis, swimming have always been part of my life. Yet I was gaining weight and not feeling my best. When I discussed my goals with Maik, I emphasized how much I wanted to not only continue to play tennis competitively (which also meant addressing persistent knee pain), but improve both my singles and doubles game, and I also hoped we might be able to kick my metabolism up a notch so I could manage my weight better.
As a result of training with Maik I have never played better tennis: my reactions and foot speed are markedly faster, my strokes are more explosive, and I have gained a competitive edge. I have also been able to lose some weight and understand better what I need to do to achieve my goals. Training with Maik is the best gift I've ever given myself!"
Sara T.- real estate attorney
"There are really not enough ways to describe the excellence and knowledge that Maik passes on to his clients. Throughout my life I have struggled with body image. I was a very skinny kid who was literally addicted to sugar. There was a lot of obesity in my family and getting fat was my biggest fear. I have belonged to almost every gym in Manhattan and beyond. I have had trainers, nutritionists and life coaches. I have seen doctors and even tried to go on a totally "RAW" food diet during my stint in California. So to say that I am concerned with my looks and how I feel would be an understatement to say the least. Maik Wiedenbach has been and is the best coach I have ever had. It is amazing how he teaches and inspires. He tells me that if I want to look and feel great; I need to eat right and be dedicated to working hard at the gym.
Brian B. - artist
"I wanted to thank you for training me. Besides the obvious physical benefits (no more lower back stiffness) and a steadily improving physique, it has unexpectedly helped me in other aspects of my life. . . Committing to training has helped me focus in my professional life and more importantly in my personal life. I'm a better person because of it and you have been a huge part of the process. You are an inspiration. I cant thank you enough! Looking forward to hitting our goals together. . ."
Andy G. - director at an international Wall St. bank and credit firm
"Maik has reinvigorated my work-outs. I immediately connected with his practical work-out philosophy, which he explains to great lengths. He is approachable and conscientious. I always feel very accomplished once I'm done working out with him. If there was a Zagat for trainers, Maik would be rated #1 for quality and service."
Avi P., 41, physique and health-conscious banker
"Maik Wiedenbach lives and breathes fitness. Having worked with other trainers who seem to "watch the clock", or be less than inspired, I consider myself extremely fortunate to have Maik as my personal trainer and coach. He is consistent and focused. His approach and methods are only of the highest standards. Maik's combination of wit and technical knowledge produce lessons which often make that rare leap - translating to metaphors for daily life - something typically only encountered from coaches in the hallowed arena of non-pro competitive sports.
The fact is: Wiedenbach is, unequivocally, the best."
Scott G., M.D., 40, body imaging specialist, prior fitness instructor
"I have trained with Maik Wiedenbach since February 2006...my goals were simple: I wanted a new body without touching cardio equipment, and for 33 yrs of wrong habits to be broken in less than a year. The following speaks volumes about the Wiedenbach Experience: My start date of Feb 23, 2006: 233 lbs, 6' 1 " 40 waist and pushing 27% bodyfat; I was not where i wanted to be. It took me about 2 months to fully understand what Wiedenbach knows; he is at the onset of a huge paradigm shift in the way trainers will come to view reaching and surpassing a client's goal. I am now a 33 inch waist at 188lbs and about 11% bodyfat, with nothing else to look at but my Adler Fitness daily logs and diet plan. With 4 times a week intense weight training, and an every 6 week meal change plan, my metabolism is now 'normal.' Maik has not only transformed my physique to the point where people actually comment on it, but he has personally ensured the foundation for a serious discipline that I now have for the rest of my life. Simply put: Wiedenbach gave me the body nature intended me to have."
Emilio L., 34 years, director at a major NASD investment firm, in pursuit of 7% bodyfat