2. Why did you decide to do online training with Andre Rzazewski?
He’s my brother, my fitness idol, and a true athlete before a trainer. He lives what he teaches and because of that fact he is a highly successful and motivating trainer. He doesn’t just spout off advice; he trains with as much passion and effort as he expects from his clients.
3. How did Andre help you reach your goals?
He consistently checked in to see how I was doing. He always followed up on how the diet was working along with how my body repaired after workouts. He always took any injuries into consideration and made accommodations which allowed me to successfully train around any injury. I always felt my best interests were being looked after when we trained together. I always felt safe. He helped me to reach my competition goal by making it attainable through positive motivation and a reasonable training schedule (enough time within which to prepare for a show).
4. What is the most notable training aspect while working with Andre?
Bicep curl competition: I had a personal best that day and I know he did too. We motivated each other and that keeps the workouts fresh and fun. I still know I won that one, Andre!
5. How did Andre keep you motivated?
He always had a positive attitude and energy. During or in between sets he helped me to focus on my goal and motivated me to see beyond the fatigue to my goal – my competition date. He was always pushing me through to the next rep and never let up! That’s something that stays with you even when you train alone. Thanks Dre!
6. Compare the results of training online with Andre to the results you were
attaining prior.
I was never as lean as I am now. I have seen amazing results with his diet and training program. It really helped me to tone up and focus in on the areas that I was having trouble with. I not only have lost pounds all over (25!) but I’ve toned up in areas I never thought possible – that big bootie is gone (now it’s a shapely booty – woo hoo!). I was a size 29, 148 pounds and in three and a half months I went down to a size 26/27 and weigh 123.
7. What is the fitness related achievement that you are the most proud
of?
Going pro in my first year of competition and doing it on the same day/same stage as my brother! We went pro at the same competition - Halloween Mayhem. It is a moment I will never forget. Also, my first place standing at my FIRST EVER competition in the Fitness Open Category at the FAME Fitness and Model Expo (2006).
I also received a 5th in the open fitness model at that same show! I was on cloud nine. I never thought I would be on that stage but Andre made it a reality. I continued to compete over the summer with advice from Andre as to how to focus in and tone up further. I was able to place 2nd in the fitness model category at the FAME Fallsview Fury. With Andre’s expertise I improved in every competition and in just 4 short months. I am looking forward to see how his advice will help me in the pro division!
8. Would you recommend Andre's online training program? Why?
Defintitely! My success is proof of his knowledge and expertise. I never would have done it
without his guidance, skills, and diet. He’s not only good at what he does but he does it with care, enthusiasm and a mischevious smile on his face – hehe – you know when he smiles the pain is coming. Watch out – it’s the best pain in the world though; it makes it all worth it.
9. Which competitions did Andre train you for and what were your
placings?
FAME Halloween Mayhem (2006) 1st Place Fitness - Pro Card earned
4th Place Fitness Model
FAME Fitness Expo (2006) 1st Place Fitness; 5th Place Fitness Model
FAME Fallsview Furly (2006) – training tips 2nd Place Fitness Model