Somagenesis Health And Fitness

I had not been happy with my physical appearance and fitness test scores in the military for a long time. I would periodically start at a local gym on a self-made physical fitness routine, but I would push too hard, become extremely sore, and eventually lose interest within a few days after starting. I finally reached that point in my life this past April where I needed to take action on attaining the higher standard of personal appearance that is expected in my profession and to meet the goals I have always fallen short of in improving my fitness test scores. That is when I found Rivak?s business on the Internet. When I saw what Somagenesis had to offer compared to the other trainers, I knew that Rivak was the trainer that was going to help me meet my personal goals. He has the medical education, training certifications, and experience as an Ironman Triathlete that puts him at the tip of the spear when it comes to fitness. He put together a program of strength and endurance tailored for my personal goals. Since I started working with Coach Rivak, I have lost twenty pounds and attained a first class fitness test score. These are personal achievements that I could not have done on my own. Every workout that I have had with Coach Rivak is challenging and pushes me farther than I would have gone on my own. The weekly fitness program he tailored has me working out three days with him and three other days on my own. My stress level is much lower now along with my hypertension, and cholesterol. Since I signed on with Coach Rivak, I have become a better officer, husband, and father. This is the best investment I have ever made for myself! The short term fatigue of a workout is temporary, but the long term physical and mental change is forever. Thanks Coach Rivak. Pros: Intense, creative and personable fitness pro. more

I've been training with Oxana from Somagenesis Health & Fitness twice a week for the last 10 months. I?ve had amazing results and I?m thrilled! I lost a total of 11 pounds, but more importantly, I lost 12% of body fat. That?s incredible. I lost a total of 18.8 total pounds of body fat. So that means I actually gained almost 8 pounds of muscle and it shows. Even my size 4 jeans are too big on me and I had to buy size 2. I am now at my goal weight. The change in my measurements is equally impressive. I lost 3.5? from my waist and hips. And 3? from my thighs. I have really enjoyed working out with Oxana. Because I started around the holidays, I initially had minimal improvements. I was traveling a lot, eating out constantly and attending lots of parties. But I didn?t gain weight during this time as most people do. I was a bit frustrated, but Oxana kept encouraging me to push myself. Eventually, I was able to see the difference in both how my clothing fit and increased strength. Exercises that were impossible to do in the beginning, are now easy and we?ve had to find new ways to challenge me. When I started with Oxana, I had some limitations due to on-going arm injuries. I have been in and out of physical therapy for the last several years. Despite my limited mobility, she was able to find exercises that I was able to do that strengthen my arms. I?ve had noticeable improvements and have not had many flair-ups of the old problem. Also, my core strength was very weak when we started. Oxana kept trying different exercises until we found some that I was able to do. She was very inventive! There were times that I was so frustrated that I couldn?t do an exercise. But she was always able to find one that I could do. Oxana is friendly and encouraging. She pushes me in a gentle, yet direct manner. She doesn?t yell and scream like a drill sergeant, but yet somehow she pushes me beyond what I think I can do. I am so glad that I found Oxana and Somagenesis Health & Fitness! Pros: Wonderful personality and charisma Cons: Wish I could afford to trainer with her forever more

I?ve been working with Oxana for approximately three months. Even though our sessions begin at 6:00 AM ? an ungodly hour ? I really look forward to seeing her. She?s fun, she?s smart and she knows what she?s doing. She knows just how to push me when I?m tired and feel like I can?t do one more lunge or squat. She?s a great motivator and a wonderful role model. Since seeing Oxana, I?ve lost more than 6% body fat and inches off every part of my body! I feel stronger and look better. And, I owe it all to Oxana. Pros: Attentive, innovative and intense workouts. more

My name is John Michael Cione, I am 40 years old and have played sports my entire life. I never worked out regularly with weights. I was referred to Rivak after I had sustained a severe foot injury. I weighed 178 pounds. I thought I was in reasonably good shape. My first workout was more challenging than I could ever imagined. Undaunted, I changed my eating and drinking habits, trained with Rivak 3 days a week. Now I weigh 150 pounds and in the best shape of my life. My strength, speed and endurance have increased dramatically. I also had to buy a new wardrobe and I even fit in clothes that have been in my closet for 10 years. I found that a consistent workout regimen has greatly reduced my stress levels and enhanced my overall attitude. I credit Rivak and his approach to fitness for positively affecting many facets of my life which I had not expected. His discipline and guidance were pivotal in keeping me on track. I honestly feel getting involved with Somagenesis is one the best things I have ever done for myself, my family and my business Pros: Fast paced, high calorie burning workouts more

I never had to worry about exercise during my 20 years in the Army. PT (Physical Training) was a guaranteed part of my day. Lately my weight started to rise and my energy level dropped. Not a good combination in my current line of work. Rivak's no nonsense, get it done and get it done right ethic, along with his medical expertise is just what this old Sergeant needed. My wife and I are busy and have little time to spare in a day. For couples wanting to stay in shape and stay healthy together, Somagenesis and Rivak is the only solution. I went from 35% body fat to 11% body fat in under 5 months and am still losing fat and gaining muscle. Rivak and Somagenesis kick but OOORAHH Pros: No nonsense, innovative, produces results. more

Rivak has been instrumental in my recovery from injuries, and provided a much more balanced strength and flexibility program. I'm now stronger than before and have a more efficient workout schedule, that yields better results. He is experienced and has a thorough knowledge of exercise physiology. My principal exercise activity is ultra-marathon cycling supplemented with raquetball and skiing. Besides technical expertise he also can adapt to changing personal goals, and provide important motivational messages. I've tried yoga, pilates, and traditional physical therapy, the Somagenesis program easily surpasses all of them! Pros: Innovative, attentive, very professional more

Rivak's cutting edge approach to fitness and nutrition opened up my potential to new levels. For years, I have struggled to establish proper fitness goals. Rivak helped me redirect my focus in the right direction and establish those goals. In the past, I have always thought the answer lay somewhere between bodybuilding and power lifting. Boy I was mistaken. For years, I had neglected cardio, core and interval training, and neglected what I really was looking for. That was a lean athletic body. My favorite activity/sport is surfing, so Rivak trained me like a swimmer. He showed me different exercises college swimmers perform, and integrated them into a high intensity workout 3 days per week, with long relaxing jogging on the days in between. In one month I lost 15 pounds, and barely had to change what I was eating... As long as it was in moderation. As a Marine Officer, I am expected to be in premium condition. Yest, I have, at times pushed my body weight limits. With Rivak's techniques and his ability to clarify what I need for my specific life style, I will never struggle with what I need to do to maintain a high-level of fitness. I have never used a personal trainer before, but I can now say it was a life changing experience and money invested wisely. Pros: Professional. always on time, always there for me! more

?ve been in general fitness training with Rivak Hoffman for about a year. I can honestly say it has marked a turning point in my life. This is much more than an intense workout session. Sure, I?ve lost body fat, and built up my endurance and strength. More importantly, I?ve also gained insight into the aging process, and how to combat it. I am in my late ?50?s and have changed from a sedentary person prone to aches and acute tendonitis from participating in casual sports, to a more conditioned man, probably in better shape than I was in college. Thanks to Rivak Hoffman?s training techniques, I have regained youthful agility, balance, coordination and flexibility. What distinguishes Somagenesis is professionalism, knowledge, individual attention, and a comprehensive, enthusiastic and guided approach to health and fitness. This is not ?cookie-cutter? body sculpting. Rivak has an impressive resume, but he doesn?t flaunt it. His medical and neurological training coupled with his credentials in fitness training sets him apart and makes him an ideal trainer for clients of all ages and abilities, those with intact musculoskeletal systems as well as those with disabilities or chronic disorders. Most importantly, he approaches his clients as a true professional. He keeps detailed records and monitors progress. He makes sure you get each exercise right and monitors every movement for mistakes that can lead to injury. Make the call! I?m sure glad I did. Pros: Always attentive, precise and effective more

Rivak Hoffman is a one of a kind personal trainer. He sincerely cares about the health and wellness of his clients. He is alos a sincere friend that you can trust. His workouts are never boring, always challenging and time fly's when working with him. Pros: Well groomed, intelligent, good with innovative programs. more

I met Rivak Hoffman 1.5 years ago after finding him on the internet. I have had numerous personal trainers, but always achieved the minimal expected results. This time I was looking for an upper echlon trainer who could motivate me and push me to a whole different level of fitness. Besides i needed to lose a good 20 lbs of fat off my mid section. Pros: Easy to talk to. Interesting program design, never boring. Cons: I would like to train with him 5 days/ week, but his schedule is very busy. more

Rivak the miracle worker! I was needing to find an exercise specialist/trainer to strengthen my core lower back muscles, shoulders, arms and thigh muscles, which have degenerated from a very rare disease called polymyositis. For 13 years I have watched my once, very slim and fitness body, gradually become ravaged by the destruction of muscle mass, leaving me unable to climb stairs, walk without a cane and always using a wheelchair when outside the home. By chance, I found the link to Somagensis. A call and a response from Rivak, was the beginning of an incredible journey to wellness and muscle rejuvenation. Rivak has the medical education, training and experience, in particular, a strong interest in working with challenged people. With a customized program and a commitment to Rivak and myself, the challenge was set and I was ready to see results. Rivak encouraged me to reach for my maximum potential exercise level but he cautioned me to be aware of my physical limitations. Only an experienced exercise trainer, like Rivak, has the ability to design an exercise program to achieve the greatest outcome. My workouts are intense and strenuous at times. That was in 2006. In two years, I have seen a major change in my muscle strength throughout my body. I was told that my muscle weakness could never be reversed with exercise. Rivak gave me the courage and motivation to look beyond these false statements. It takes a challenge, a life-long commitment to be in my best physical condition, consistency, discipline, belief in myself and my trainer and a knowingness that I will succeed. Without Rivak, my coach, my mentor, I would be permanently using a wheelchair. Thank you Rivak and thank you God. Pros: Kind, compassionate, patient and knowledgeable. Cons: Nothing more

Trying to keep weight off, never the less remove extra fat pounds has never been easy for me. I needed help. Thanks to a good friend who referred Rivak Hoffman Master Personal Trainer with Somagenesis, I was able to grab the cow by the horns and get things going. It hasn't been easy, but well worth the time and effort. It could not have been done with out Rivak's wisdom, motivational tools and complete understanding of good and bad nutrition. Since my business is food, I am always surrounded by it and sampling it for quality. I have learned how to avoid habitual noshing and the importance of wholesome organic foods. Since first working with Rivak I have shed 36 pounds in a 3 month time frame. I am very stoked! My long term goal is to drop 60 pounds and I know we can do this over the next 3 months. Rivak is a good guy who is always on time, works around my schedule and constantly keeps the keeps my mind in the fitness loop. You just can't go wrong with this guy, but only if you go it alone like I did for so many miserable years. Thank you Rivak Pros: Really understands diet and nutritional couseling in relationship to weight loss needs. more

I am 57 years old and until age 45 never had a weight problem. In January of 2007, I was tipping the scale at 210 pounds, my cholesterol was skyrocketing, my sugar levels were unsatisfactory, and my dress size 18 was beginning to feel tight. After a very depressing meeting with my physician it was clear I had to do something about my weight problem.Initially, I started a diet program and lost some weight;However, it was not enough and I was becoming desperate. I had tried almost everything, and was running out of options. Although still dieting I had stopped losing weight and my cloths were still very uncomfortable. My doctor had told me to lose weight,but not how successful weight loss is accomplished. It was time to find a personal trainer. My search began on the internet when miraculously up popped Rivak Hoffman on my computer screen. I had known Rivak when he was working as a Medical Researcher at UC Shiley Eye Center but had not spoken to him for years. I knew he was an honest hardworking individual. He was always driven to do his best, and is a person who never backed down from a challenge. It was at that moment I decided I was going to be his next challenge. If anyone was able to help me through this difficult stage of my life he would. In our initial consultation and fitness assessment, Rivak's calculations confirmed I was in the ""clinically obese"" category. We discussed a training program that worked for me, and I began my new lifestyle of combining diet, resistance training and cardiovascular exercise. I have been working with Rivak for 1 year and have lost 45 pounds, decreased my bad cholesterol by 20 points, and best of all am now wearing a size 12 dress! I feel great and my friends say I look wonderful. Thank you Rivak for helping me meet my first weight loss goal! Pros: Nice honest and hard working guy Cons: Nothing more

Rivak is an incredible personal trainer with high degrees of intelligence for ""thinking outside the box"" He can adjust his training style on the fly and make personal goals happen in a modicum of time. He is affable, professional, always on time, and always gives 100% His style is like no other trainer i have met, and he is the perfect trainer for the Type A businessman or Physician such as myself. Yes, I have been demanding, but he has never said ""no"" or ""it can't be done"". He is a man of his word and I have been so pleased with his performance. My goal was to lose fat and gain muscle. My result is a drop in waist size from 38 to 31 inches and my arms and chest have grown by 2 inches! We have worked together a little over 1 year now and we will continue on training indefinitely . My wife loves my new look and feel, and so do I! Thanks Rivak Pros: Attitude, Personality and Intellect more

Rivak was referred to me by a work associate in my office approximately 3 years ago. This review is long overdue. Sorry Rivak. I lead a very busy life traveling between San Diego and New York City. I am a very difficult client to keep accountable due to this. Rivak has always made concerted efforts to get me in his schedule at least 3 days a week, although I would prefer more often. I understand he too is very busy and quite the businessman also. He always manages to set me up with trainers while I'm traveling for business or pleasure. To his credit, none of the dozens of trainers have paled in comparison to him in expertise or personality. He is like a son to me in many ways, and we have a deep respect for each other which is critical for success in any endeavor. Pros: Intelligent, well spoken and fine human being. Cons: I can't have him all to my own more

Rivak reminds me of Jack Lalanne. He is full wisdom encouragement and very affable. Before we started I was a portly overworked business plagued with hypertension. super high cholesterol and a borderline diabetic. With hard work and Rivak's expert guidance I have managed to get my hypertension, cholesterol and diabetes completely under control. We have been at it almost one year now. I am 70 pound lighter and my internist didn't recognize me when he walked in the examination room during my 6 month exam. He said my labs were completely normal ans I lopped off 20 years of physical aging! I couldn't be any happier with the way things are going. Only problem, is I don't won't to buy new cloths until my fat stops dropping off. Thanks so much Rivak!! Pros: Great motivator and friend Cons: Nothing more

Rivak and I have been diligently training together since Jan 2008. he is always on time, accommodates my busy schedule and has exceeded all my expectations on what a personal fitness trainer should be like. he is very intelligent, highly intuitive and always has the knack to lift my spirits during stressful times. Pros: Highly skilled Personal Trainer with great people skills. Cons: Nothing I can think of! more

After interviewing several personal trainers, I chose Rivak because of his open candor, confidence and deep medical knowledge. As an MD I expect this from anyone who works with me. After a detailed consultation with Rivak, I decided to move forward into a 3 month programs designed to help me loose excess fat around my waist, and get my cholesterol levels back to normal. Unfortunately I had abused my body from what I thought beyond repair. As a surgeon, it has been difficult for me to integrate exercise and a good healthy eating regimen into my life style. With Rivak's help this would soon change. Pros: Great guy with a fun energetic personality Cons: I wish I could train with him 5 days more

Rivak was referred to me by a work associate who is a walking billboard and testimonial for his work. I soon had to find out for myself. Rivak help me with my nutrition program and I was on my way. The workouts have not been easy, rather very challenging. They have really worked to help me rid my self fof my belly fat. I am Indian ad eat way too much rice and sweets. In 4 months my waist has dropped 4 inches. (36"" to 32"" ) my trousers are now very baggy and I have to wear suspenders to keep my pants on. I am really impressed with Rivak's professional demeanor and his complete understanding of the human body and its physiology. Pros: Great teacher and very motivating Cons: Won't take ""I can't ""for and answer. more

Rivak was introduced to me by my good friend and CTO of my company Sequoia Communications . We have been diligently training together for almost 11 months now and I feel great. I so look forward to my physical workouts as mode of stress release from my hectic work day and also an adrenaline booster to help me through the remainder of my long work day. Before I met Rivak I was a stout, fat business man with a hopeless attitude towards getting fit and health. Today, I eat well, and look the lean and mean! Although I have only lost 35 pounds, I have packed on attractive musculature on my chest, arms and thighs. Because of this ,my physical life is so improved, and I don't feel conscious about my physical appearance when I go to the beach. Pros: Great guy to be around! Cons: He can really snap the whip! more