meet josh
his STORY
"In 2019 I was hospitalized with shortness of breath and palpitations. During this hospital stay the medical team discovered a large mass between my heart and lungs that was later diagnosed as Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma, a rare variant of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. At the time I was over 300 lbs and knew I was at risk of serious health complications from my obesity. I started a health and fitness journey that was derailed by a patellar tendon rupture in 2021. After I recovered from the surgery my weight went back up to 338 lbs. I knew I had to lose weight or risk a relapse of my cancer diagnosis.”
his takeaway
"Since working with Avi I have lost over 100 lbs and gained a considerable amount of strength. I participated in my first ever powerlifting competition and have made the most progress in maintaining a healthy bodyweight while increasing my strength and improving my technique.
Avi's technique guidance is second to none. Her knowledge of body mechanics to maximize progress and results is what I enjoy most about training with her. Avi has an amazing talent for attention to detail to improve technique and get the most out of your workouts.”
notes from coach
"Before Josh and I started working together in April 2023, he had tried to lose weight and build muscle on his own. He found himself caught in a cycle of following a diet, losing weight quickly, then gaining it back again. When Josh reached out to me, I felt that he was done with the guesswork and was ready to fully commit to changing his life for the better. He began training with me multiple times a week, started a diet that was enjoyable and sustainable, and most importantly, he consistently worked hard and stayed committed in and outside of the gym. I actually had to help Josh pace himself to avoid overtraining or dieting too aggressively.
It’s always a privilege to witness and guide those who are so hardworking and dedicated to achieve their goals. Josh has accomplished so much in his fitness journey and there is still so much more to look forward to as we work towards our next goals. I’m excited to see how far Josh will go!” - Avi