"I was pleasantly surprised. I knew the exercise routine would improve my bitchiness (her own words!) but I didn’t expect the great camaraderie with the other gals.
Andy is Great- good combination of pushing, motivating with a sense of humor –something that motivates me. I will definitely be back. Saving my pennies for the next one."
Grace Buchanan – Boston, MA
"Boot camp is my favorite part of the day! Working out with women who all share the common goals of wanting to be fit, having more energy and leading a healthier lifestyle. I am definitely feeling more confident and energetic after losing 14 pounds and melting off 15 inches. Andy and his boot camp are well worth the investment!"
"Andy Maus and his Boot Camp will give you results! After three sessions, I decreased my mile run time by over three minutes."
(The following comment was added after our March 2009 class)
"My best race ever and definitely a personal record for me. Never could have done it without boot camp. Bringing in a lot of runners next session that are impressed with my increase in pace. I shaved off 10 minutes from the 5K I ran the weekend before I started boot camp in September.
Just checked my official time from my 5K run in September. My time was 37:50 (12:11 minute mile pace). Yesterday it was 26:43 (8:35 mile pace)"
Mary Helen McCollister – Wellesley, MA
"The hardest part is getting up! If you can wake up in time to make a 5:30am work out, you’re over halfway there! All that matters is that you do your best, and you’ll know that after ten minutes on day one. Because there is always someone that will do better than you – look, maybe the whole class even leaves you in the dust….but you know that you are getting stronger and being proactive about your health. I doesn’t matter that everyone else did thirty five push-ups and you only did eight – that’s eight more than you would have done while sleeping in bed."
Gaylee Lockwood – Framingham, MA
"I’ve gone from 30 push-ups and a 10 minute mile to 51 push-ups and an 8 minute mile in only a few months. I feel stronger and fitter than ever before. Boot camp is my favorite part of the day. Boot camp is addictive."
Susan Brennan – Wellesley, MA
"This boot camp has been awesome! I love being outside and the variety -It's never the same workout. I was only going to do four weeks to motivate myself to workout more, but after seeing and feeling the results, I'm anxious for another four weeks."
Debbie Gelb - Weston, MA
"I joined Boot Camp to have some bonding time with my sister-in-law and because she sold me hard on getting up early and feeling great for doing so! I work out regularly on my own but I know that I am not truly pushing myself. Andy pushes you but in a non-judgemental way. Some days I had more energy than other days but no matter what, the hour was fun and flew by.
I loved running through ladders and obstacle courses or seeing how many push-ups I could do in a minute. In general, circuit training is amazing. Andy balances cardio fitness with strengthening muscles. In one hour he hits all the major groups and from one day to the next, he balances it all out so certain muscles get a break.
I had a blast running around with the other women and it really made me feel like I was young and back in summer camp or even elementary school (mind you, I am 42 years old!). I didn't think my body would hold-up but again, Andy finds his way to keep the program balanced from day-to-day. He will help you modify for injuries as well.
The unexpected and amazing break-through for me was the shift in how I ate during my two-week boot camp. Without little thought I followed his plan and found I was never craving my sweets. I ate because I was hungry and I wanted to eat well to keep my energy up and ready for the next morning. I am not tempted by sugar at all.
Finally, I am not a morning person but I can promise you that it is so worth giving this a try. The energy I now have in my life makes my hours in the day so much more productive. I am efficient and alert. My mind feels clear and no emotional obstacle is too large for me.
I thank Andy and his camp for this!"
Alexandra Ablon - Newton, MA
"What a great way to start the day! Lots of energy…nice people…great results!"
Shelly Ward – Wellesley, MA
"Andy was excellent. Constantly varied routine to improve fitness and stamina. Can’t wait until the next session."
Robin Cunningham - Natick, MA
"I’d like to thank you for helping me start exercising consistently for the FIRST TIME IN MY ENTIRE LIFE. I am not a morning person, and I have never been into exercise or sports of any kind, but I have managed to get up and exercise every morning for the past four weeks, including the one day that I missed bootcamp for an out of town business trip and including every weekend day except the one when it pretty much rained all day. Now I just hope that I can find a way to keep it up!
I was astonished at how much better I did today than three weeks ago on the mile run and the push-up test. I still have plenty of room for improvement, but coming from a base of nothing, I think that I’ve come a long way. Thank you for never making me feel embarrassed that I wasn’t at the top of the class! For me you had just the right balance of motivation and understanding that we aren’t all tough jocks!
Bootcamp worked for me, and I’d recommend it to anyone!
Thank you, thank you, thank you."
Brigitte
"We really enjoyed ourselves – we had fun and worked hard and can now see the GREAT Results!"
Allison and Bethany Logan - Boston, MA
"I can tell you that after two sessions of boot camp, I feel better than I have felt in a number of years. My job at Babson only provides me with the opportunity to run in heels from one meeting to the next, so actually running - in sneakers - came as a big challenge, but the results were well worth the effort. I'm wearing some of my favorite suits again - those that became two sizes too small and were banished to the back of the closet. I have a lot more energy and really feel better than I have in a long time. And I will admit, it's great to see people on campus who I haven't seen in a while because they notice my weight loss right away."
Maureen Lederhos – Wellesley, MA
"I would do a month of boot camp vs. 6 months at a gym ANYTIME. Definitely worth the money."
A.M. – Waltham, MA
"I can join gyms and I don’t go. But for boot camp I can get up at 5 in the snow and ice and get there."
Anonymous – Wellesley, MA
"This fitness and weight loss program is honestly the best gift I have given myself. It is motivating, stimulating and challengingeverything my old routine lacked. It jumpstarts my day and I have met a wonderful group of women from all walks of life. I receive dedicated personal instruction - I couldn’t ask for anything more in an exercise program. You need to do this for yourself."
Kristin Daniels
"I have somewhat of an unusual testimonial I thought I'd share with you. On Wednesday after our hike I had a dentist appointment to have a crown work up on a tooth that broke. My dentist is here in Yorba Linda, and her name is Caroline Dang.....she's a great dentist. She was drilling away on my tooth when the anesthetic started to wear off.....I motioned her, and she stopped and gave me another shot and continued. She still wasn't finished when I felt the pain coming back again.....she had to stop again and give me yet a third shot to numb me so she could finish. She couldn't understand why the medication was going through me so quickly because I had to have a crown once before and that didn't happen. I mentioned that I had just gone on a "climb up Mt. Everest" that morning and she said that was it.....my metabolism was running so high that the medication was running through my body faster than normal. She was impressed.....so was I!
I really enjoyed the hike....even though I am so badly out of shape, I just hung in there and made it to the top.....like everyone else.....and boy was that view gorgeous! I appreciate that you lag behind for us slower ones.....you make us feel so good about ourselves.....I can't wait for next Wednesday's hike!
Thank you,"
Barbara Taylor
"I was completely bored with exercising. I have exercised my whole life and needed a change. It's great to be excited about my workout program again. I'm beginning by 3rd camp soon!"
Pat Beckman, age 68
"The Adventure Boot Camp is simply the best! I particularly like the variety of activities and the sense of fun that's built into the program. I really felt like I was getting the maximum benefit out of the program. I highly recommend the program to anyone wanting to improve their fitness and overall health. "
Linda Landers
"I have to admit I was a little skeptical about something entitled "Boot Camp". I envisioned a lot of yelling and not the most nurturing environment. However, since day one of camp, I have been nothing but thrilled to wake up and hang out with my newly acquainted friends. After two camps, I have learned so many new exercises that have stirred muscles I didn't know I had! The biggest change for me has occurred in my arms, hips and abs. I feel so much leaner and firm. I'm into a size 4 and my energy level has seen a significant boost. So, whether it's interval training with weights or yoga and Pilates, I look forward to every morning's new adventure."
Lisa M.
"Wow! What can I say about Boot Camp. I can say so much I don't know where to begin. I am 32 years old and have tried many different things to try and get myself into shape. Including working out with a personal trainer that cost me ALOT of money and just ended up hurting my knees. When I thought about doing Boot Camp the idea of getting up to workout at 5:30 in the morning freaked me out a little. Well, I am currently involved in my second camp. After the first 4 week camp I noticed a difference in my body composition that I never had prior. I have never really had a weight problem, yet was never really toned either. My legs and butt were on the flabby side, and as I get older I noticed it getting worse. Right now I feel so good in my clothes - I can't believe it. People have noticed a change in my body. My hips had started getting little fat pockets on the sides and those are GONE! I am amazed at the results of the training that John gives us. Getting up and working out at 5:30 has been easy to adjust to and believe it or not, I have lots of energy throughout the day. I Love Camp and John Ellis is one of the nicest guys I know. He is not your typical arrogant personal trainer type guy. He is awesome. He is so knowledgeable and so helpful in the morning to everyone in the camp. I can't say enough good things about him. I I love camp and I love what is happening to my body as a result of it!
Thank you for the dedication to all of us! You are awesome!"
Lisa Gray
"In February of this year, I started my first boot camp with John Ellis, I must say I was a bit unsure of my strength and abilities. Could I even keep up? Boot Camp? I've been there before! In 1988 I left the United States Marine Corps after serving eight years and being in the best shape of my life. Now, I'm a 47 year old female, 50 pounds overweight and in the worst shape of my life. I allowed allowed the corporate demons to suck up my soul for the past 12 years. I have tried every diet in the book from Weight Watchers, Fit For Life, drugs and personal training - unsuccessfully. Now it was time for a rebirth and I knew boot camp would do it. But could I handle it 22 years later when waking up at 0430 is a challenge in itself . Well John Ellis makes sure everyone at camp finds their personal success as he lifts our spirits and demands that each of us embrace our personal strength to the best of our abilities. As this was accomplished so was a gradual physical, emotionaltal transformation. Now while attending my third boot camp, I am stronger, healthier, with noticeable increased energy levels and have dropped one dress size. I have achieved my personal goals and much more . My weight, I no longer worry about because I feel too good to be preoccupied my with negative thoughts. This is truly a life changing experience and if your ready for the commitment, join the journey, come aboard. If not, stay home and sleep your way through life! I did it for 12 years. :-) !!"
Pat Ortegel
"I have been away from a fitness lifestyle for years. I replaced fitness for watching my bottom lines grow. I saw John's ad and was compelled to act for two reasons: #1: it didn't sound like a sissy camp. #2: I had no time management rationalizations to use against exercising locally from 5:30-6:30am, a time slot previously reserved for snoring. What is the result? I have more energy and I am proud of myself for getting something started. I did not choose this program because of John's extensive credentials. Now that I have done this for two weeks, I know that it is his expertise at working different muscle groups every day & incorporating different exercises that has made the workout difficult, and yet possible for me. The variety keeps it fresh and makes it a total body workout. I would highly recommend this program for anyone seeking to rekindle their love for a fitness lifestyle."
Melinda
"I arrived at boot camp overweight and out of shape - a true couch potato who loved food and hated exercise. But, I knew it was time for a change and John's boot camp sounded like just the cure. What I was really looking for was something to jump start me into better fitness and eating habits. What could be better than four weeks of intense fitness training with other women under the guidance of an experienced trainer? And the classes were great! The variety of activities and pace of the class made the hour fly by each day. Don't get me wrong, it was a lot of hard work. John pushed me harder than I would ever push myself working out alone. But he also allowed for the individual abilities of each participant. It didn't matter that I was the slowest or the weakest. What matters is that I worked at and improved at everything. And the results are impressive. During the four weeks, I lost eight pounds. I lost two inches each around my chest, waist, and hips. I also lost over one inch on each arm and leg. I improved my one mile run time by 10%. Plus, I have more energy than ever. Best of all, it has given me just the boost I was looking to attain. I'm now eating better, sleeping better, and exercising regularly. I have the hope and belief that I can continue my new fitness habits and my journey to a leaner and healthier me. And I'm looking forward to returning to future boot camps to challenge myself again.
Thanks!"
Diana
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