Testimonials and photos
Alan, pictured above, was a skinny 18-year-old when I first started training him. He was one of those guys that 'just couldn't put weight on'. Within about eight weeks, Alan put on just over 10kg of muscle as a result of our fitness program and some dietary suggestions.
"Choosing to workout with Sav was an investment. Sav's insight and expertise helped me build functional strength and reach my goals."
– Ollie (25 years old), pictured on the home page
"I presented with various challenges (age, exercise inexperience, injury) but the results have been quite amazing. Sav first worked with me to achieve my goal, and then showed me that my expectations were too limited and that I could achieve much more... Who would have thought I might even get my first 6-pack at the age of fifty-something?”
– Gary (50 something years old)
"Sav, thanks for dragging us through when it would have been so easy to let our goals become memories. Changing up the program to work around our aches and injuries and still working us hard to get the results we are after. In just 4 weeks I came in 2 notches in my belt, over a period that included Christmas. Your holistic approach to exercise, diet, lifestyle and tips to deal with situations have been invaluable. Your willingness to go above and beyond that of just a trainer are sincerely appreciated."
– Allan (40 years old) fitness goal to lose 30kgs and return to grade cricket
Allan (above, left) when we started training, and then 6 months later (right) after reaching the first part of his goal and losing 30kgs.
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"I'm so sore! But it's great to feel my body activated again. Loved the session, great variety of activities, I was having too much fun to consider it a workout!" – Cara after the Eco Faerie's first group session to improve their cardio fitness for their performances |
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The Eco Faeries
"... thank you for training me and making me become a better person at cricket. Thank you for creating a courage in me that I've never had before. I never would have gotten as far as I have this season if it wasn't for your belief in me. You actually have no idea how much your help, training and advice has done for me. I'm forever grateful Sav. X"
– Brooke (18 years old) sport-specific training (cricket)
"Sav is my mentor, my motivator, the person who brings the best out of me. If I've had a bad day at work, Sav brings me out of my mood and helps me to focus...
Thanks again for being not only my friend but my inspiration. I am sooo happy with the direction my life is heading and I know I owe it largely to you!"
– Chris (39 years old) client for three years
“I've gone from living on my couch for six months after a head injury, to feeling like a real fit person again (and fitting back into my clothes). Sav, I can't thank you enough for giving me my life back.”
– Renae (32 years old)
"I just wanted to say I really am enjoying the workout sessions. They have given me a new lease on life and during the week Allan and I go walking which gives us time together.
We have been very lucky to have you as our trainer."
– Deb (40 something years old)
"I was fortunate enough to be bought sessions with Sav for Christmas and really wanted to use them to get fit for the soccer season after a 2 year absence. Having suffered from strains and shin splits in previous pre-seasons Sav focused on getting me mentally and physically ready to go from zero exercise to hitting pre-season.
Sav's sessions are challenging but in a way which are enjoyable and are tailored to my capabilities and fitness targets. I know Sav only asks of me what I can definitely achieve and totally motivates me to push through the barriers. I can see the changes in my body and I'm loving it.
I am now feeling stronger, fitter and leaner than I ever have at this stage of the pre-season. The soccer is going great with no sign of injury or shin splints and mentally I feel ready for a solid season."
– Emma (40 something years old) sport-specific training (soccer)
"... thank you for training me and making me become a better person at cricket. Thank you for creating a courage in me that I've never had before. I never would have gotten as far as I have this season if it wasn't for your belief in me. You actually have no idea how much your help, training and advice has done for me. I'm forever grateful Sav. X"
– Brooke (18 years old) sport-specific training (cricket)
"Sav is my mentor, my motivator, the person who brings the best out of me. If I've had a bad day at work, Sav brings me out of my mood and helps me to focus...
Thanks again for being not only my friend but my inspiration. I am sooo happy with the direction my life is heading and I know I owe it largely to you!"
– Chris (39 years old) client for three years
“I've gone from living on my couch for six months after a head injury, to feeling like a real fit person again (and fitting back into my clothes). Sav, I can't thank you enough for giving me my life back.”
– Renae (32 years old)
"I just wanted to say I really am enjoying the workout sessions. They have given me a new lease on life and during the week Allan and I go walking which gives us time together.
We have been very lucky to have you as our trainer."
– Deb (40 something years old)
"I was fortunate enough to be bought sessions with Sav for Christmas and really wanted to use them to get fit for the soccer season after a 2 year absence. Having suffered from strains and shin splits in previous pre-seasons Sav focused on getting me mentally and physically ready to go from zero exercise to hitting pre-season.
Sav's sessions are challenging but in a way which are enjoyable and are tailored to my capabilities and fitness targets. I know Sav only asks of me what I can definitely achieve and totally motivates me to push through the barriers. I can see the changes in my body and I'm loving it.
I am now feeling stronger, fitter and leaner than I ever have at this stage of the pre-season. The soccer is going great with no sign of injury or shin splints and mentally I feel ready for a solid season."
– Emma (40 something years old) sport-specific training (soccer)
"... just wanted to say a huge thx as at our awards last night I took out 'most consistent' player and the big prize 'player of the year' :) You can imagine how happy that makes me and I couldn't have done it without the foundation work you drilled into me. Thanks Sav..."
– Emma (above) post soccer season
"I was so happy to finally be able to fit into my gym gear again from 4 and a half years ago!"
– Chloe (toning up and losing weight for her wedding)
– Sevita (Mother of three)
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"I was not in a good place last year. It wasn't until 6mths ago that I changed directions. I've learned so much about who I want to be. I started exercising with Workout Savvy. I'm not even great with my diet.
Nothing is going to stop me from learning and teaching my babies and finding happiness and love and the action in living.
Invest in yourself"
– Sevita (mother of three)
Nothing is going to stop me from learning and teaching my babies and finding happiness and love and the action in living.
Invest in yourself"
– Sevita (mother of three)
"I am a middle aged woman and have had a few different personal trainers throughout the last 10 years. Over recent times I have developed a moderate arthritic condition in my right wrist that until recently limited the use of my hand in daily tasks. I could not even hold a full water bottle to pour a glass of water and experienced pain at most simple tasks. I also have several other imitations, including back and hip problems.
BUT merely 4 weeks into my training sessions with Workout Savvy, I feel like a new person. Sav has treated all my insecurities and limitations with such expertise that I am astonished with my results. My confidence has returned, balance and stability have improved immensely and to my delight, due to Sav’s carefully planned sessions, I have regained so much use of my hand. Simple tasks that seemed impossible before can now be accomplished without a second thought.
I cannot recommend Sav highly enough. Each session is full of different and unusual methods of exercising and has never yet been repetitive. Needless to say I am so inspired, and more excited to work out than I have been in quite some time!!! Thank you doesn’t come anywhere close enough Sav, but thank you anyway! I look forward to training with you well into the future."
– Julie (52 years old)
"Huge thanks for my progress so far Sav, I've lost weight, I'm gettin stronger, eating heaps better and have the confidence to go to a gym. I'm loving our sessions and feeling heaps healthier as well. Awesome stuff!"
– Shanon (29 years old)
“I thought I had a good level of fitness and knew how to push myself until I met Sav! I was taken to a whole new place where my body did things I didn’t know it could do! I didn’t think it was possible to hate something and love something so much. Sav makes you feel comfortable; you can say whatever you want and never feel embarrassed. I would describe Sav as a ‘fitness nerd’ who can answer almost any question you have! There’s something sick about the joy Sav gets from pushing you to your limits - haha.
You're one of the best things in my life... you make my butt tight!”
– Lozzy (31 years old)
"... there's now this strange, hard bit at my hip that I can feel. Almost like it's a bone! This area is normally squidgy with muffin. Thanks Sav!"
– Judy (30 something years old)
"I used to get called skinny at least twice a day and absolutely hated it! Within a few months of training that stopped and it feels pretty fantastic!"
– Jack (20 years old, 6ft 4in tall and training to bulk up)
"At 26 years old I was diagnosed with an auto immune arthritis condition. Within days I was hit hard with steroids as a quick fix to temporarily ease the symptoms before I could sort out a proper treatment plan. As a result I put on a massive 14kgs in a short period of time and it all went downhill from there. Ever since I had battled with my weight, confidence, mild depression from medications and general change in lifestyle, even having to give up my beloved hairdressing job.
I had tried it on my own several times with fitness classes and other trainers but continued to fail until a certain ad caught my eye when I was browsing for a private personal trainer...the rest is history! I have not looked back since the first day I met Sav! Our journey is far from over but since training with Sav I have lost a huge 17kgs and haven't felt this good in a long time. Not only have I regained some confidence but I have seen some serious improvements in my condition and general health as my condition can be influenced and controlled by diet, sleep and overall weight on my joints..all of which have improved since my weight loss! Sav has always taken the time to really personalise my sessions and keep my sessions low impact in order to work with my arthritis. It definitely hasn't been easy but with Sav by my side I have never wanted to give up and will continue to strive towards my weight goals. I will never be able to thank you enough for the continuous support and motivation!
Sav is not only my personal trainer but has become a great family friend too! Thankyou so much and bring on the next milestone! Xx"
– Lauren (28 years old)
"Sav’s training is great – we (that is me and 2 other family members) have been with Sav for three years now.
Last year I started going through peri-menopause and I know that if it wasn’t for Sav’s training I would be in terrible shape and feeling older. Sav is thorough in understanding our personal goals, knowing the areas we each want to improve and concentrating on those while also making sure we all still get a good whole body workout.
The training sessions are fun and fulfilling. As three of us train at the same time, it is challenging for Sav to make sure all of us get the most out of each session as we each have different goals, but it happens. My husband wants to tone and strengthen (tick), my son wants to build muscle and bulk up (big tick!) and I want to slim a bit, tone and strengthen (tick). Sav deals with it all.
I feel the strongest I have ever felt and I feel well, even though this is a period of many personal changes. Exercising at this stage of life is vital but I know I wouldn’t do any if it wasn’t for Sav’s sessions. The van rocks up and off we go, even if I don’t feel like it. Exercising does lift my mood and inevitably within a short space of time I am very happy to be training.
My legs are toned, actually I was having a leg wax recently and the lady asked if I exercised -- a nice compliment I thought. My abs are good but the approaching change of life has made me need to work harder now to keep them toned, my arms are good too but as with my abs, I need to work harder now to keep them toned and strong. But most importantly I feel strong and fit.
Sav is diligent when it comes to safe exercise and working around health issues that might crop up. None of us has ever been injured while training. For a while I had a very sore rotator cuff injury from something stupid I did and Sav worked around it and had me doing my physio prescribed rehab exercises. It's fine now.
We have a great time training with Sav, so does our dog as he gets lots of Sav pats. There’s hard work and lots of laughs, it’s perfect!
The three of us would all absolutely, definitely recommend Workout Savvy. Booking to train with Sav is one of the best things we’ve ever done."
– Lee (54 year old)
"Thank you Sav!
The run leg of my races are no longer as hard as they used to be. Any running leg of the race was something I always dreaded and have struggled with especially in competition. Not this year! After working with Sav on my running during the year, I was able to maintain my race pace and it actually felt good to get out of the water and run. Thank you for your support and coaching Sav. It's made a huge difference to my end-game!"
– Lynne (competitive swimmer)
"My OT (occupational therapist) couldn't believe the good state my back is in as she'd never seen it so good. She said doing what we are doing is obviously helping me. So I can't thank you for that enough."
– Maddalena (46 year old) first time exerciser
“I’ve just walked out of my favourite coffee shop at Cott with the biggest smile on my dial. I haven’t been in for about 6 weeks. The reaction this morning was, 'Gee wizz, how fit are you! You look great!' I had my 3/4 tights on and a crop top.
This is the best thing I ever did. It has changed everything and is so far reaching. From attitudes to routines and even creates necessary boundaries. I'm even not stressed at work anymore.
Thank you Sav. You inspire me.”
– Bron (56 year old)
"I’ve been working under Sav’s DIY program that was created especially for me after Sav spent a lot of time talking through my goals and assessing my abilities. It has been fantastic – Sav created a program that has given me noticeable results in a short amount of time (I’m so much fitter and stronger already) as well as giving enough leeway to increase the difficulty as I need to so the workout stays challenging and interesting. It has also been variable enough that I haven’t lost interest and a few months in I am still loving making the time to work out. I would absolutely recommend Workout Savvy"
– Merinda (The DIY program)
"I’d just like to acknowledge Sav for all the work done linking so many players to the sport and this centre.
You’re an absolute star for helping us provide a much needed avenue for female sport and deserve all the credit."
– Steve (Seamers Indoor Cricket Manager)
"I'm pleasantly surprised that I'm actually enjoying working out and beginning to see some tone in my arms and stomach!!! (I cannot remember the last time my stomach had tone!) I can feel myself getting stronger every week. I've been struggling with a knee injury for 2 years and had been hesitant to do any training. Sav has been great at managing the injury and providing an adapted plan that suits my fitness level. I'm confident and excited about reaching my health goals! Thanks Sav!!!
– Lula (30 something, trains with her neighbour)
"I'm very happy with how my arms are looking!"
– Angie (20 something, trains in a small group session with her family of five)
"Once again my back feels great after PT xx thank you"
– Connie (50 something, individual training for general fitness)
"I haven’t done yoga for a while and I noticed it was much easier to hold the poses, which I’m sure is a direct result of our sessions."
– Larissa (30 something, single mum)
"All of this work in the gym helps. I wouldn’t be able to do everything I do on the farm without you."
– Paul (50 something, with a spinal injury)
Call Sav on 0402 049 066 or email [email protected] to find out how Workout Savvy can help you meet your fitness goals.
"I am a middle aged woman and have had a few different personal trainers throughout the last 10 years. Over recent times I have developed a moderate arthritic condition in my right wrist that until recently limited the use of my hand in daily tasks. I could not even hold a full water bottle to pour a glass of water and experienced pain at most simple tasks. I also have several other imitations, including back and hip problems.
BUT merely 4 weeks into my training sessions with Workout Savvy, I feel like a new person. Sav has treated all my insecurities and limitations with such expertise that I am astonished with my results. My confidence has returned, balance and stability have improved immensely and to my delight, due to Sav’s carefully planned sessions, I have regained so much use of my hand. Simple tasks that seemed impossible before can now be accomplished without a second thought.
I cannot recommend Sav highly enough. Each session is full of different and unusual methods of exercising and has never yet been repetitive. Needless to say I am so inspired, and more excited to work out than I have been in quite some time!!! Thank you doesn’t come anywhere close enough Sav, but thank you anyway! I look forward to training with you well into the future."
– Julie (52 years old)
"Huge thanks for my progress so far Sav, I've lost weight, I'm gettin stronger, eating heaps better and have the confidence to go to a gym. I'm loving our sessions and feeling heaps healthier as well. Awesome stuff!"
– Shanon (29 years old)
“I thought I had a good level of fitness and knew how to push myself until I met Sav! I was taken to a whole new place where my body did things I didn’t know it could do! I didn’t think it was possible to hate something and love something so much. Sav makes you feel comfortable; you can say whatever you want and never feel embarrassed. I would describe Sav as a ‘fitness nerd’ who can answer almost any question you have! There’s something sick about the joy Sav gets from pushing you to your limits - haha.
You're one of the best things in my life... you make my butt tight!”
– Lozzy (31 years old)
"... there's now this strange, hard bit at my hip that I can feel. Almost like it's a bone! This area is normally squidgy with muffin. Thanks Sav!"
– Judy (30 something years old)
"I used to get called skinny at least twice a day and absolutely hated it! Within a few months of training that stopped and it feels pretty fantastic!"
– Jack (20 years old, 6ft 4in tall and training to bulk up)
"At 26 years old I was diagnosed with an auto immune arthritis condition. Within days I was hit hard with steroids as a quick fix to temporarily ease the symptoms before I could sort out a proper treatment plan. As a result I put on a massive 14kgs in a short period of time and it all went downhill from there. Ever since I had battled with my weight, confidence, mild depression from medications and general change in lifestyle, even having to give up my beloved hairdressing job.
I had tried it on my own several times with fitness classes and other trainers but continued to fail until a certain ad caught my eye when I was browsing for a private personal trainer...the rest is history! I have not looked back since the first day I met Sav! Our journey is far from over but since training with Sav I have lost a huge 17kgs and haven't felt this good in a long time. Not only have I regained some confidence but I have seen some serious improvements in my condition and general health as my condition can be influenced and controlled by diet, sleep and overall weight on my joints..all of which have improved since my weight loss! Sav has always taken the time to really personalise my sessions and keep my sessions low impact in order to work with my arthritis. It definitely hasn't been easy but with Sav by my side I have never wanted to give up and will continue to strive towards my weight goals. I will never be able to thank you enough for the continuous support and motivation!
Sav is not only my personal trainer but has become a great family friend too! Thankyou so much and bring on the next milestone! Xx"
– Lauren (28 years old)
"Sav’s training is great – we (that is me and 2 other family members) have been with Sav for three years now.
Last year I started going through peri-menopause and I know that if it wasn’t for Sav’s training I would be in terrible shape and feeling older. Sav is thorough in understanding our personal goals, knowing the areas we each want to improve and concentrating on those while also making sure we all still get a good whole body workout.
The training sessions are fun and fulfilling. As three of us train at the same time, it is challenging for Sav to make sure all of us get the most out of each session as we each have different goals, but it happens. My husband wants to tone and strengthen (tick), my son wants to build muscle and bulk up (big tick!) and I want to slim a bit, tone and strengthen (tick). Sav deals with it all.
I feel the strongest I have ever felt and I feel well, even though this is a period of many personal changes. Exercising at this stage of life is vital but I know I wouldn’t do any if it wasn’t for Sav’s sessions. The van rocks up and off we go, even if I don’t feel like it. Exercising does lift my mood and inevitably within a short space of time I am very happy to be training.
My legs are toned, actually I was having a leg wax recently and the lady asked if I exercised -- a nice compliment I thought. My abs are good but the approaching change of life has made me need to work harder now to keep them toned, my arms are good too but as with my abs, I need to work harder now to keep them toned and strong. But most importantly I feel strong and fit.
Sav is diligent when it comes to safe exercise and working around health issues that might crop up. None of us has ever been injured while training. For a while I had a very sore rotator cuff injury from something stupid I did and Sav worked around it and had me doing my physio prescribed rehab exercises. It's fine now.
We have a great time training with Sav, so does our dog as he gets lots of Sav pats. There’s hard work and lots of laughs, it’s perfect!
The three of us would all absolutely, definitely recommend Workout Savvy. Booking to train with Sav is one of the best things we’ve ever done."
– Lee (54 year old)
"Thank you Sav!
The run leg of my races are no longer as hard as they used to be. Any running leg of the race was something I always dreaded and have struggled with especially in competition. Not this year! After working with Sav on my running during the year, I was able to maintain my race pace and it actually felt good to get out of the water and run. Thank you for your support and coaching Sav. It's made a huge difference to my end-game!"
– Lynne (competitive swimmer)
"My OT (occupational therapist) couldn't believe the good state my back is in as she'd never seen it so good. She said doing what we are doing is obviously helping me. So I can't thank you for that enough."
– Maddalena (46 year old) first time exerciser
“I’ve just walked out of my favourite coffee shop at Cott with the biggest smile on my dial. I haven’t been in for about 6 weeks. The reaction this morning was, 'Gee wizz, how fit are you! You look great!' I had my 3/4 tights on and a crop top.
This is the best thing I ever did. It has changed everything and is so far reaching. From attitudes to routines and even creates necessary boundaries. I'm even not stressed at work anymore.
Thank you Sav. You inspire me.”
– Bron (56 year old)
"I’ve been working under Sav’s DIY program that was created especially for me after Sav spent a lot of time talking through my goals and assessing my abilities. It has been fantastic – Sav created a program that has given me noticeable results in a short amount of time (I’m so much fitter and stronger already) as well as giving enough leeway to increase the difficulty as I need to so the workout stays challenging and interesting. It has also been variable enough that I haven’t lost interest and a few months in I am still loving making the time to work out. I would absolutely recommend Workout Savvy"
– Merinda (The DIY program)
"I’d just like to acknowledge Sav for all the work done linking so many players to the sport and this centre.
You’re an absolute star for helping us provide a much needed avenue for female sport and deserve all the credit."
– Steve (Seamers Indoor Cricket Manager)
"I'm pleasantly surprised that I'm actually enjoying working out and beginning to see some tone in my arms and stomach!!! (I cannot remember the last time my stomach had tone!) I can feel myself getting stronger every week. I've been struggling with a knee injury for 2 years and had been hesitant to do any training. Sav has been great at managing the injury and providing an adapted plan that suits my fitness level. I'm confident and excited about reaching my health goals! Thanks Sav!!!
– Lula (30 something, trains with her neighbour)
"I'm very happy with how my arms are looking!"
– Angie (20 something, trains in a small group session with her family of five)
"Once again my back feels great after PT xx thank you"
– Connie (50 something, individual training for general fitness)
"I haven’t done yoga for a while and I noticed it was much easier to hold the poses, which I’m sure is a direct result of our sessions."
– Larissa (30 something, single mum)
"All of this work in the gym helps. I wouldn’t be able to do everything I do on the farm without you."
– Paul (50 something, with a spinal injury)
Call Sav on 0402 049 066 or email [email protected] to find out how Workout Savvy can help you meet your fitness goals.
