Testimonials

"I began going to Toben since June of 2007. Based on a recommendation from a co-worker. It was one of the best decisions I've made. My goals were quite simple - Lose Weight and Strengthen My Core. As a result of going to Toben on a weekly basis, I have lost over 20 lbs. and shaved approximately 3-4 inches off my waist in the first 4 months! Toben does a great job of listening to his client's needs and customizing a program to meet those needs. I would recommend Toben highly to anyone searching for a trainer. He offers his client's fun, variety and challenging programs to meet their needs. You will not go wrong by hiring Toben for all your personal training needs."

I’ve worked with Toben since February of 2006. It is due to his training expertise, motivation and creative training sessions that have allowed me to reach my overall fitness and weight loss goals. Toben always ensures the work outs are fun, appropriate for your fitness level, and at the same time challenging enough to make sure you never get bored. This training approach guarantees that you stay motivated and focused, but more importantly continuously see great results. Since working with Toben I have lost 60 pounds and 15% body fat and have never felt better; I’ve gained strength, definition and endurance. Although our focus has been primarily on weight training, his diet and cardio knowledge has been instrumental in helping me get the most of my aerobic activities, and understanding the impact of my food choices to my fitness program. I would highly recommend Toben as a Personal Trainer. Regardless of your current fitness level, weight loss/gain goals, or age, Toben will craft a personalized program to ensure you are a success.

I started with Toben in February, 2006. My initial goal was to begin weight bearing exercise and lose 5 to 8 pounds. I wanted to do this over a two year period so that the weight would stay off and I would become more disciplined about my eating and training. What was great was that I learned about nutrition. I had a good diet, but I was not eating enough protein. Toben calculated the protein amount for me as it was much higher because of the weight training. Over this last year , I have lost 5 pounds and 6 percent body fat. I am more than half way to my goal.

Thanks Toben!

My name is Anthony. I am a physician. I have been training with Toben Torres at Elite Personal Training for about 3 1/2 years. Toben was recommended by multiple other personal trainers who had trained with him. He is top notch the best in the business. He is very professional and is always punctual, always confirms each appointment ahead of time and keeps excellent records of the progress of his clients. He has taught me how to write down my food, portion control and make the lifestyle changes needed to be successful. Toben is a great motivator. Toben has been there to help me as I'm maintaining and training, gaining and training and waning and training. Toben has given me about a 20% loss of body fat, 50% gain in strength and 100% increase in self confidence at the gym. Toben Thank You.

Before I started training with Toben, I was in a rut with a very out of shape body and a very negative mind. I knew that I wanted to get “back” to the way I was before I had children but my excuses were keeping me stuck. I then found Toben! I never looked back again. His gentle, persistent and always challenging workouts kept me motivated to push myself at every workout when I was with him or on my own. When I began to play tennis competitively 2 years ago Toben customized my workouts regularly. When I told him I wanted to train for a half-marathon, he was right there, pushing me to the limit, and never allowing me to go to that negative thinking. Now, 4 years later, I am a better tennis player, I am a more motivated runner, and I have a happier mind.

Neither my husband nor I enjoy exercise, but Toben definitely tries to make it time well spent. He has a great personality, is passionate about his work and really pushes us both. He carefully plans exercise for each individual’s level and constantly changes the routine so you don’t get bored. We have both improved our fitness levels tremendously and have been able to reduce medications we have been on for years with Toben’s encouragement and direction.

Too many desk hours, plus entering into my sixties, had added 20 pounds to my body. I couldn’t get into shape no matter how I tried. Seeking out a personal trainer was admitting defeat, but it was the best decision I could have made. Toben Torres has designed a program specifically for my physical needs. He works with me at each session to maximize my workout. This professional commitment has made all the difference in the world. It has enabled me to take responsibility for my body again.

My name is Jeff Boaman, I'm forty eight years old and run a small business in Walnut Creek. The business takes up a great deal of my time and is somewhat physical in nature. As I got older I found that I needed to work out to maintain my energy and mobility. Toben is extremely innovative in his exercise techniques. He constantly changes the routines, even though you end up working the same muscle groups. That is very important to me because there is no "exercise" dread; oh no, its pull up week! Toben is also very personable and easy to get along with. He is interested in not only your fitness, but your overall physical well being. One work out does not fit all with Toben, he will customize a workout routine to your lifestyle and state of physical fitness. I have to say that I have been extremely satisfied with the results I have gotten from Toben over the last few years and plan to continue with him!

I am a 72 year old physician who has been trained by Toben Torres for the past 9 years. His training has been excellent; always appears to know what my limits are and pushes me to them.

I consider myself to be in excellent heath and Toben is a major contributor.