Testimonials
“Constantly reaching new highs.”
– Heidi S
I have scoliosis, and I started working with Marty to see what he could teach me about training with spinal asymmetry. Marty educated me on the need to strengthen around the spine to help manage my scoliosis long-term (without surgery). 4 years later, I’ve learned so much more than strengthening core muscle groups.
Marty is an excellent physical trainer. He’s the most thoughtful and imaginative mind/body trainer with which I’ve had the pleasure of working. I look back on myself 4 years ago and laugh that I nearly let my ego stop me from training with Marty. I’m now constantly reaching new highs with my physical and mental prowess, thanks to him!
The Pro’s Choice
– Helena G-S.
As a professional cyclist, I need to push my body to the extreme AND be sure I don’t break it in the process! Marty is unbeatable in his ability to address imbalances, maximize my strengths, and maintain overall symmetry and durability in my body throughout the entire year (on & off-season). He breaks my overall training program into phases based on when I need to be peaking athletically, or when I’m focused on building muscle for the next season.
Marty’s coaching has been instrumental in preventing overuse injury, rehabbing from acute injury (broken ankle), and getting me back to racing quicker and stronger than the doctors could believe. I would recommend Marty to any serious athlete seeking to maximize their performance.
“An awesome partner in my wellness journey.”
– Harold G.
I’ve been really happy working with Marty. He’s an energetic, super knowledgeable personal trainer who sees clients in his amazingly well equipped open-air gym in Oakland. Easy parking and a quiet neighborhood vibe make it a revitalizing place to get strong. I could go on and on about how much great information, encouragement, and solidarity I’ve gained by working with Marty. Call him and start the conversation. After five minutes of that first call, I knew he’d be an awesome partner for me in my wellness journey.
“…a nerd, athlete and shaman rolled into one.“
– Kent K.
I first noticed Marty when he was coaching at my former gym in SF, where he stood out amongst the trainers in a big way. His energy and enthusiasm combined with his knowledge of physiology and anatomy really piqued my interest. I thought to myself, “ if I ever do the personal trainer thing, I am going to hire that guy.”
I’ve been training with Marty for years now, and he’s also trained my son (soccer) and daughter (volleyball). Aside from being an overall stellar human being with whom I genuinely love to hang out with, Marty has totally transformed how I move. I played lacrosse in college and have been a 100% DIY workout guy my whole life. He helped me realize that I was way over-focused on cardio, and despite having trainers in high school and college, I never learned how the core works nor where my power and stability come from. Marty has me activating and strengthening muscles I didn’t even know how to access. He’s been a game changer for both my performance and pain mitigation. Marty’s energy is contagious. He loves his craft and thoroughly enjoys spreading knowledge and positivity. He’s a nerd, athlete and shaman rolled up into one.