Metafitnosis

I Metafitnosis is Great! The machine is beautifully designed, from an ergonomic point of view, and perfectly constructed. It’s my urban surrogate for activities like tracking snow leopards in the Himalayas, rescuing stranded river dolphins in the Indus or scuba-diving on the coral reefs of Astola Island near Gwadar.
Mudassir is my personal trainer and his smiling good looks and constant encouragement, combined with his uncanny ability to count backwards towards the end of a heavy set, belies the fact that he is probably descended from Attila the Hun!


Testimonial By: Richard Garstang

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11 kilos. That's what I've lost in 11 weeks at Metafitnosis. I wouldn't be exaggerating if I said that my experience here has changed my life! Three months into this program and I am a different person; I feel great, I'm losing weight all over (even my feet are slimmer!), I have so much more energy, I am no longer out of breath after climbing a flight of stairs, I am healthier, stronger, I feel comfortable in my skin. Could one ask for more? Thank you, Khurram (personal trainer @ Meta), for bringing this positive transformation to my life. And thank you Aliya, Ghazi and Zahra for being so encouraging throughout.

Testimonial By: Danya Haseeb

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It's been 3 whole months since I became part of the Metafitnosis family and yes, it is just that, a family. They welcome you with a smile, they take great pleasure in putting you through hell and they celebrate your accomplishments. In this short period of time, I have become stronger than I have ever been and I'm on my way to achieving that previously elusive, toned physique. I can honestly and proudly say that within these 3 short months, I have become METAFITNOSIZED! From Meta meals, to Meta trainers and Meta client, this place is the best gym in Islamabad!


Testimonial By: Seham Khan

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I find Metafitnosis - house of amir, a place of possibilities. A gym where a dedicated team with their innovative approach transforms all remote possibilities ever dreamt into a reality for you. Their laser sharp vision cuts through all your flab, however impossible it may seem, and then set out efficiently to bring to fore yours and everyone's coveted desire of being a lean machine thereby not just upping your self esteem by way of an improved physical appearance but also leaving you much richer energy wise.

I see myself with only a month and half into the program a much relieved person. The constant backache that I resigned myself to now seems merely a figment of my imagination - just a very distant memory. needless to mention that I am beginning to like what i see in a mirror and am very hopeful that if i can muster half of the dedication shown by the team at Metafitnosis for a month more soon others too will appreciate the amazing transformation that i am undergoing... qatal ho gaa yaar qatal :)

I find that at present rate of improvement a desire from my young days to give up a boring life routine and to become a gigolo can be a possibility! Let me tell you nurturing once again at 40 plus a lost wish of such gigantic proportion cannot be deemed ordinary in itself. Such is the hope at Metafitnosis. So kudos to the team particularly Ms. Sana my immediate guru there. Cheers dears!


Testimonial By: Sultan Ali Butt

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Whenever you loss something in life you get upset and you ponder where or how you might have lost it. But there is something I lost at Metafitnosis that I am very happy and proud about. I lost my extra tires and my excess baggage and for the first time in my life I lost weight. So THANKS SANA! For helping me become a healthier and stronger person. I would also like to thank Umair for his miscounts, AAlia, Zehra and Shandana. You make a great team and I really look forward to my... ...TORTURE TIME!!!


Testimonial By: Mrs. Shahmina Kamal

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I measure myself twice every month to keep tabs on my weight. I've been active for most part of my life and indulge in a lot of cardio but yesterday's measurements blew me away. In less than four weeks of Metafitnosis and ghazi I've lost 3.5 inches from my hips and 8 pounds. This seems pretty drastic and most would jump to the conclusion that I starve myself, but ever since I've started working out my appetite has increased significantly. I eat a lot and by a lot I mean, A LOT. Hah. It's not only the inches that overwhelmed me but my entire body has dramatically changed. My arms and legs are toned and I have actually started loving my hate handles.

Before joining Meta, I was petrified that I'd come out having your arms and shoulders and that I guess is a legitimate fear for any girl my age. However, not only do I look nothing like Hulk, I adore the subtle cuts in my arms and thighs.

I'm used to a cardio routine for 45 minutes without getting out of breath but 25 minutes of working out at Metafitnosis and I'm ready to go home.

Oh oh oh and I'd like to add that as a girl it isn't easy doing leg raises and chest exercises with a male trainer but Ghazi has never made me feel uncomfortable and having him cheering me on incessantly, really helps.

All in all, I think I made a huge mistake in joining Metafitnosis last month... should have joined way earlier.

Haha, result of verbal diarrhea. All true though.


Date Written: 18 December 2010
Testimonial By: Sana Malalai Isa

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"It depends...what do you want to look like?" Perhaps a great part of Metafitnosis is a team which is eager to hear you out, and plan accordingly. It is hard not to think of great things when trying to describe my "gym" experience. Whether it's my trainer Ghazi pushing me into the last 15 seconds of a sprint, the warm shower after my work out, or Alex handing me a granola bar on the way out, I am always made to believe I am priority #1. What I can tell people once I leave is that I had a great start to my day, and that I am waiting for tomorrow to get back in there and kill it. More importantly, I am also more confident about a sense of accomplishment in terms of my physical well-being. "The workout should be hard, it should exhaust and invigorate you, then go eat a nice juicy steak." It is certain that the kinds of workouts that I attempt at Metafitnosis are at once severe, pressurized, and difficult, yet at the same time also highly achievable. "Stretch those arms, all the way, one more...properly!" The atmosphere in the gym is created by your efforts during your workout. The trainer will push you if you can be pushed, and switch to a better/alternate pace if you are not up to speed on a given day. "Too much stress, take it easy on the sweet stuff." Another very refreshing aspect of my experience at the gym is that I have never felt that anyone has tried to sell me on Metafitnosis. If you ask for a diet, you will be assessed first. If it seems you don't need one, the team will not advise you to start one. If you willfully choose to train all week, your training will be tailored that way. If you wish to cut back, you will be admired for exercising restraint. It seems like anyone who is looking for educated answers to what a great work out and physical training entail, should meet with the team at Metafitnosis. At times I am the first one in the gym around 6:30-7:00. My trainer Ghazi is always ready and waiting to put me to the grind. Metafitnosis newsletters will tell you they can help prevent injury during workouts, revise your posture, and that they strive to be the best part of your day. I am glad to say these claims are very true.The statements in quotes are advice from Amir, Metafitnosis owner and my trainer.


Date Written: 10 December 2010
Testimonial By: Alamdar Murtaza

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When I came to metafitnosis for the first time for an evaluation, Amir asked me whether I was into any sport. My answer was that I played golf. He said to me that I would add 50 yards to my driving distance within 6 months. At the time I thought that he was trying to sell "the gym" to me. I started metafitnosis and due to time clash left golf for 4 months.
Last week a few friends forced me to play golf which I did. Lord and behold Amir was right. During the course of those 9 holes, I hit my ever longest drives. I had added at least 30-40 yards and I was feeling great playing the game. The short game was shot to hell but who cares. Now the dilemma is that I want to continue with the gym and play golf as well. Where do I find the time! Good job folks.


Date Written: 25 July 2010
Testimonial By: Ahsan Bhatty

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Amir & his army of great trainers combined are the 2nd best thing about metafitnosis. The best thing being a highly efficient system/program (Plus their Muscle Milkshake which is the best in the town). I mean, when a training of mere 1.5 hours a week is giving results, there is something absolutely brilliant about it (that includes cheating on your diet like our politicians cheat on their mandate). Athletes/ Supermodels stay in shape for a living. We do vice versa and hence find it hard to shape up a physique that can match the likes we normally see either in English premier league or in Milan Fashion week. This is exactly where Metafitnosis is the most affordable thing to do. Their approximately 42 hour training session spread over 6 months, is a great silent therapy. Silent I say because gradually you'll realize that you have started doing some of the hardest stuff, pretty easily. Hence you aren't only losing fat but gaining strength. Forget about liposuction & diet pills, these guys have the best surgery for the intruders called fats in your body. Great results in training sessions that can fit into the schedule of even a Prime Minister.
( Disclaimer: This statement applies to only those selected PMs of the world who are busy in actuality ).
I highly recommend Metafitnosis to people who are obsessed with results only and are not fond of reading testimonials.


Date Written: 2nd May 2010
Testimonial By: Ehtesham Abbas ( Director Creative & Strategy Planning Adgroup (PVT) Ltd. )

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I truly enjoy working out at Metafitnosis. When I joined Amir and his team last year, it was literally an answer to my fitness prayers!
The gym is charged with a positive energy where everyone is friendly, respectful, motivated and helpful. The team at Metafitnosis offer a tough workout where your physical limitations are pushed but respected. The workouts at the gym keep me fit, focused and stimulated. I feel at home here, almost a part of an extended family and I plan to continue to train here for as long as my body will allow it.
At Metafitnosis you will build unbreakable bonds. This is a great place to begin training at any age. There is no reason not to, so get motivated and get in the best shape of your life!


Date Written: 26 April 2010
Testimonial By: Sam Chinoy ( Top fashion Photographer )

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I have had a very uncomfortable relationship with my body all my life and it's not a short life btw. Blame it on my context, the culture I was raised in, peer pressure, aunty pressure, self pressure, all this and much more added to me always feeling very very fat. Even in certain parts of my life where I was actually slim. Because of this uncomfortable relationship with my own body and the harsh way I always judged it, I naturally developed a very challenging relationship with diets and gyms too. Having said that let me tell you honestly I have tried all kinds of diets, from starvation to cabbage soup and everything in between, then the yoyo would bounce back and I would be back on yet another diet. I have tried all great machines.

I joined Metafitnosis a year and a half ago. Everyone wants to know how much weight I have lost; I have dropped 2 to 3 dress sizes. And I'm going strong and continue being committed to THE DIET (Amir hates me calling it a diet) to be fair to him and myself, its a lifestyle. I am proud to say I am on this lifestyle regime for one week short of a year now. I feel a sense of achievement!

I have too much to say and here are the 10 THINGS I LOVE ABOUT METAFITNOSIS:

1. The motivation I got from my personal trainer and the management has made it possible for me to wear knee high boots this year, the zip went up so much more easily :) I feel that I am finally getting the hang of understanding how to make my metabolism work.

2. It's clean clean clean, which is super important for me and allows me a certain level of comfort while training. Even the bathrooms are super clean, can you believe it!

3. The entire team makes you feel like a million dollars or rupees (whatever your choice of currency might be) from the moment that you enter till you leave. There is also constant monitoring of our diets and programs and they actually listen to what I have to say.

4. The sessions are short, the hardest fat-destroying workouts and oh so affective, no hanging around in gyms for hours, and results are guaranteed!

5. It makes me feel safe as a woman and that is very very important to me, no staring or bad vibes around. The crowd here is very exclusive and absolutely great!

6. The trainers and the process continue to push and challenge you beyond your comfort zone, all programs are designed according to your capacity and needs.

7. The coffee area offers yummy granola bars and yogurts; cool in more ways than one. By the way, my cheat days on this diet the gym created for me allows me to eat all and more I have been craving all my life without any guilt.

8. This process of diet and exercise has made me leaner, stronger (inside and out), my skin has cleared and so has my head!

9. There is a constant sense of growth and learning in the gym team. They continue sharing new ideas and info and that is very reassuring that Metafitnosis is worth every penny, because they know their stuff.

10. More than anything my journey in METAFITNOSIS has made me feel good about myself and my body shape. I feel more confident in my walk and in my skinny jeans. It's a healthy fitness process and I'm loving it!

"Self is what you create, not what you are born with " - Thank you!


Date Written: 13 April 2010
Testimonial By: Nighat Rizvi

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When I first met Amir, I was frightened (probably because of his size and intimidating persona :-)) but over time I observed him working with his clients and was interested in his method because it was different from anything I had seen in Pakistan. I have a childhood knee injury and joining Amir in 2007 was probably the best decision I made. His keen attention to each clients'' physical requirements is what makes Metafitnosis different from any other gym and though I find him expensive, I truly believe he is worth it. He is innovative, ambitious, a perfectionist and his positive attitude towards life rubs off on all those who know him.


Date Written: 12 April 2010
Testimonial By: Naadiya Manzur ( Director, Treehouse Kindergarten and Nursery )

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Without Metafitnosis, I would not have survived winter and the work in Islamabad ... and that's a fact. On top of that I've lost weight that I've not been able to lose in 24 years ... and I’m the fittest I've ever been. It's thanks to your expertise and understanding of the special issues that we who are "not very sylph like" have to deal with. As you say, in the hustle and bustle we sometimes forget to appreciate the good things in life ... so please accept my most sincere appreciation as well. I have no hesitation at all in recommending Metafitnosis to friends and acquaintances. I know that it doesn't suit everyone but there are a select few (and I see that the numbers are growing) who know a good thing when they see it. Cheers and as we say in Fiji ( Vinaka vaka levu - thank you very much! )


Date Written: 05 April 2010
Testimonial By: Margaret Reade Rounds

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Having indulged in walking, jogging and running for nearly forty years, the results, after more than 80 minutes in gyms 7 days a week, were showing ever decreasing returns while giving me ever increasing pains in my joints. After only (5) weeks, with Metafitnosis, I am witnessing a complete change. Not only am I losing inches, (though not weight since I am not following their diet plan) but am stronger and more alert, which at the age of sixty one (61), means a great deal.


Date Written: 12 January 2010
Testimonial By: Naeem Bokhari ( Advocate Supreme Court of Pakistan )

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Living in this restrictive environment it is part of my job responsibilities to seek exercise alternatives for personnel at our Embassy. I contacted Amir, the owner of Metafitnosis, about doing a Bootcamp on the Embassy Compound. During the last 4 weeks, Amir and another member of his staff have been nothing short of professional. They are ALWAYS on time and prepared for each session. Amir has taken care to address any special injury needs anyone might have and constantly reminds people to, "stop and take care if something hurts." During the sessions, he is upbeat and continually encourages people with praise. I don't know how many times I have heard him say, "That's good stuff" during a session. In any case, everyone leaves these sessions tired, but in very high spirits.

Date Written: 05 January 2010
Testimonial By: Terri Lawler Smith

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I have been training with Amir for almost 3 years and have had a very positive and professional experience. Amir is a great trainer; continuously educating himself to cater to clients individual needs, ranging from training programs, physical issues to diets. Training has always been fun, methods have kept on evolving and he has also helped me to fix issues (knees, posture, muscle activation etc). I\'ve seen great results over the years! Amir has also been a great coach, he is flexible, inventive, and has a holistic view of well being. Metafitnosis gym is the result of a lot of hard work, effort and dedication. Its simply the best training experience I have ever had.

Date Written: 17 November 2009
Testimonial By: Charlotte Tilli Blomhammar

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I have never worked out before, but when I joined Metafitnosis I was highly impressed with Amir's competence and professionalism. The atmosphere is friendly and the gym has a great vibe. Amir is very passionate about what he does and that is why he works wonders. He has this trick he does that increases your metabolism, some complicated muscle mass vs. calorie consumption calculation. All I care about is I finally can eat all I want and still have a 6 pack - well more like a 2 pack!

Date Written: 17 November 2009
Testimonial By: Dania Gharaibeh

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As a medical Doctor, I am great fan of Amir Siddiqui's work - he is extremely dedicated to the health and well being of his clients and very knowledgeable. I have seen cases of him successfully rehabing injuries and really improving the quality of life of MY patients. Not only this, my own wife is a client of his and I've seen great results. She suffers from a problem with her knees and I've seen notable changes in her level of pain, mobility, energy levels, etc. If she had faced ANY problem, I would have been the first one to let him hear from me. But, I am a firm believer in the positive impact he is having and his professional capacity. I try to recommend him to most of my patients!

Date Written: 17 November 2009
Testimonial By: Dr. Ahmed Shahab!

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Amir,
very few people have the ability/gift to make a positive difference in a person's life and you do just that.
Thanks

Date Written: 30 July 2009
Testimonial By: Ayesha Irshad

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When we arrived in Pakistan about a year ago, Milena and I were in the idea to join some sort of club or gym to, firstly maintain a certain level of fitness and secondly to meet people and make new friends.
Before coming here we were used to do class training sessions, the best way to meet people and to have a chat but maybe not to reach a high level of training. So when we heard about Amir and his gym we were a little uncertain if it was that we were looking for.
A guy who's always behind you, watching all your moves, the way you put your arm, your leg, the way you breath, no possibilities to chat with someone else, no possibilities to leave it there when you feel tired and above all no way to meet people because your alone with this guy,...but we said ok let's have a try. After 10 months of training we can say that we've...enjoyed it!
Of course it was not always easy.
Especially in the beginning, I thought I was pretty fit and I joined the gym with the idea to maintain this level of fitness. Wrong! I was not that fit or at least not to Amir's standard. When after the first sessions I barely could sit down because of the pain or climb the stairs... then you realize that there is something wrong about your definition of fitness.
Milena will say that 3 sessions a week is too much for her and I think Amir knows it now after she repeated it consistently for month and month! But she kept on going 3 times a week!
Amir has the ability to understand right after the first exercise of your session if you're tired, sore (or just bored) and he will adapt this particular session so you will go till the end with practically no effort and not noticing it. I liked also his capacity to invent new exercise; sometimes I had the feeling to be at the rehearsal of the Barnum Circus. And I've learned that a push up is not just a push up there are hundreds of different ways to "enjoy" the push up!
I think we can say that we reach our goals; we met a nice bunch of people, we kept and even improved our fitness level and ... we even manage to chat during the sessions!
Thanks to the Metafitnosis team we'll miss you and be sure we'll keep on going training.

Date Written: 01 June 2009
Testimonial By: Milena and Martin

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Amir is not just a friend to me, he's also a teacher. A real, loud, not polite, in your face kind of teacher. Each time I see him I throw a doezen questions at him. No matter if they are about fitness or beyond. He answers them using solid facts and figures. The fact is since past 5 months I've been using Amir's fitness plan at Metafitnosis. Since then my work capacity has doubled; I've gained over six kgs of 'muscle' with a waist lline leaner than ever. Yes! These are the kind of facts I'm talking about.
CAUTION!! The 8pm training session may contain loud music, foul language and drenching sweat.)

Date Written: 12 May 2009
Testimonial By: Usman Ahmad

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I joined Metafitnosis some six months ago. My condition was quite pathetic since I had not been able to do my usual workouts because of a knee problem. I'd gained a lot of weight, felt miserable & not to mention the low self esteem.
Ever since I joined, I am aware of my physical issues, how to correct them & feel like I'm developing a body that really works of course- on top of the increased physical strength and bonus of actually looking fit, there is that mutual aspect and the fact that I've regained my confidence!
The trainer's personal integrity and commitment was also a huge factor for me. There are far too many so called "professionals" out there who don't have a fraction of Amir Siddique's knowledge- that they preach a sort of convincing sermon but don't live it. Amir and his team are doing a fantastic job at Metafitnosis and I am sure that they will dramatically improve others lives as well!

Date Written: 10 April 2009
Testimonial By: Aliya Ahmed

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Here are my realistic two cents: I came to Metafitnosis, half convinced, enticed by a friend's impressive sales pitch, looking for a body tone up. The first day saw me crawling out of the gym with exhaustion and consequently taking the day off to head home and sleep! I have been working out in the distant past but wasn't ready for what I experienced! What followed is not, as they say history, but very close. The regimen not only challenged every muscle in my body but introduced athletic conditioning unlike other programs I have tried. The results, I later figured out much to my disbelief, were just weeks away. The product of this relentless training is an undying addiction to working out, an agile and strong body ready for more and a realization that sometimes limits are irrelevant. I also gladly swallowed the fact that it hit my wallet where it hurt to get where I am today but there are no regrets! Hats off to Zarak (my trainer) and Amir for introducing this radical new fitness regime that, believe it or not, works!

Date Written: 27 February 2009
Testimonial By: Zulfiqar Zaidi

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Dear Amir, You have been the best trainer. I appreciate all you have done for me...You helped me regain confidence and self-esteem. Warmest Regards, Kimberly Allen

Date Written: 19 January 2009
Testimonial By: Kimberly Allen

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I loved going to the gym & being told what to do. I think I am lazy by nature but can push myself very hard if need is- and maintaining a great shape and good fitness is a must for me, despite all pizza, pasta and chocolate cravings. And the gym was my solution to it and in addition a place of mental rehab given the worsening security situation.
I was for sure not a friendly client but I would follow all crazy & super tough exercises, ask for heavy metal music or disco fever and after 45 minutes (or on weak days 1 h) of sweating, insulting Amir (and his team) and laughing, I could go happily home and enjoy breakfast or dinner. At days I hated dragging myself there, but I knew I would be in a better mood and proud of myself even if it meant suffering. Other days I could not get enough and begged for extra.
Now I am sitting on another continent and wish Amir could open a franchise here so someone brings me back on track by inventing personalized movements, an incredible number of repetitions and surprising but never boring routines. And if not for the health aspect, the gym was the place to meet new and interesting new people, get party invitations and birthday cakes (with carbs and fat- no worries, underweight skinny girls is not the objective but toned and fit). So when can I visit your new branches ;-)

Date Written: 04 December 2008
Testimonial By: Alice aka Doc Vilma

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Training at Metafitnosis is like volunteering to visit a really friendly torture chamber three times a week (where all your friends are fellow masochists) and hearing yourself say each time, to your surprise, "Thank you, sir, may I have another?" People don't keep coming back for more only because of the great workout. It's also become a social and mental health center of gravity in town. It verges on being a cult ... without the chanting or poisonous punch. The most common refrain is "He's killing me this week," and everybody within the hearing circle knows who the "he" is and starts comparing notes about their own tough workouts, bragging as much as they're complaining. Exhausting tailor-made circuits that make you feel like you're doing yourself a life-long favor.... Straight talk from a guy who knows what he's talking about.... Parties, dinners and outings on the side, for anybody interested.... Worth every rupee, month after month.

Date Written: 20 November 2008
Testimonial By: Ashley Barr

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Metafitnosis has transformed my time in Islamabad. The intensity training was a whole new concept to me, that will last beyond my time in Pakistan. Specially tailored to my exact body needs, Metafitnosis exercises managed to make changes to my body that I haven't seen in years. Its more than weight management, it's about being strong and straight so that the body works better and more easily. Using simple exercises and equipment, each hour spent there, not only left me glowing (panting) red, but also lifted in spirit. The three hours a week are a small investment in cheer and health that cannot be recommended enough. It is a priviledged experience.

Date Written: 14 April 2008
Testimonial By: Hannah Roberts

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A day without Metafitnosis is like a day without sunshine!

Date Written: 13 January 2008
Testimonial By: Victoria Stanski

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I truly enjoy working out at Metafitnosis. I just wanted to say: I've been feeling like crap for the past 24 hours, mildly sick and unhappy with myself. I got home just now from Metafitnosis and realized that I feel good, light, ready to make moves, and I owe you thanks for that. It's quite clear to me that no athletic program in this city would've come close to meeting my needs so well. My dreams of athletic excellence are preserved and advanced during my time here, my immiserating injuries are falling silent, and the stress of my job ceases to suffocate, thanks to your gym. Worth every rupee!


Testimonial By: Ben Hamm

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