Max Bonanno Reviews 19

Max is an exceptional Personal Trainer and I can’t say enough to recommend him.

Returning to the gym after some time, I needed a trainer who could both give me the confidence and knowledge to get a thorough work out and help me achieve the goals I had set myself. Alongside this I also needed someone who was kind and supportive for as I was somewhat of a gymphobic.

Max has very definitely achieved all of this. A session with him has meant that I was pushed and as a result I have become a lot more knowledgeable. He has taught me a wide variety of exercises both with machines and weights that the gym offers. I always looked forward to a session and anything I was unsure or unable to do one week I was able to do well the next.

I had an amazing time with him and benefitted hugely from both his guidance and support. He was responsive and hugely knowledgeable. I can confidently say that after 12 sessions with him I am noticeably stronger and my balance has greatly improved .I have lost some weight although that was not my reason for taking up PT but its always great to lose a couple of pounds. Iin my yoga practice my instructor has seen a visible improvement. Regarding my tennis he given me some tennis specific exercises which has enabled me to finally beat on of my tennis rivals. YAY

Thank you Max!

I chose Max as my PT after attending some of his classes, and I’m so glad I did. From the start, Max has been patient, calm and incredibly encouraging. He explains everything in detail and ensures I understand each movement and how to perform it correctly.

Before working with Max, I lacked confidence in the gym. I wasn’t sure how to use the equipment properly or whether my form was correct. Max has completely changed that. He’s helped me build confidence to train independently, both with machines and free weights. He always takes the time to demonstrate his exercises, correct my form when needed, and knows exactly when to push me or when I need to rest.

Since training with Max, I’ve achieved things I never thought possible - like lifting heavier weights and understanding the difference between machines and free weights. He listens to what I want to work on, answers my questions and is clear in his responses.

I now feel stronger, more energised and have even received compliments on how my shape is changing. Most importantly, I feel good about myself and my general health.

I genuinely look forward to every PT session. Max has a way of making you feel like you haven’t done much - until your body reminds you the next day! He’s supportive, knowledgeable and truly passionate about helping people grow. I can’t recommend him enough.

I've been working with Max for just about 3 months now and I'm in the best shape I've been in a long time. I've always been someone who is on and off with fitness. I would do one thing for a few weeks and then stop and a year or two later do something else for another few weeks. Working with Max has brought about a big mindset change for me. Meeting with him regularly acts as a checkpoint for me and I like having a person with whom you are discussing your progress on a regular basis and who holds you accountable. I also particularly enjoy his guidance about diet and nutrition. He's very practical in his advice and insists on having something that works for me rather than being very strict. I'm paying much closer attention to what I'm eating and that has helped in me consistently losing fat. What I love about working with Max is he pushes you to your absolute limit during our sessions in the nicest way possible with a big smile on his face.

I've been working out with Max for 6 months now, and it's been amazing! After losing confidence in going to the gym alone post-COVID, Max has been exactly what I needed. He introduced me to weight training, and I've seen great results - my body feels firmer and slimmer. Plus, Max is incredibly motivating and a genuinely nice guy. I highly recommend him!

I have been training with Max for nearly 6 months now and I have been surprised how quickly my fitness and strength has improved. I hadn’t been to the gym for quite a few years, but Max helped me prepare for a skiing holiday and has since set me other goals to ensure my training has stayed focused. Working with Max has certainly made me realise that with his encouragement I can push myself a lot further than I would if I was training on my own. In addition to recording my workouts Max shares useful tips in relation to other parts of your fitness journey including diet, mindset and the need for sleep! I would highly recommend Max!

On the last few years I have struggled to maintain my overall fitness and weight, I have never being one that likes to go to gym.

Max is a brilliant PT, very knowledgeable all around fitness, not just the exercises but diet and the everything around what you need to get into a good fitness.

He makes our sessions challenging, always safely pushing my limits. No session is the same which makes better for me to go to gym outside our sessions. Exercises are tailored for my goals and it is not a one size fits all.

I have lost weight, increase muscle mass and lost fat mass since I've started my PT sessions.

I'm very happy with Max and would definitely recommend him as a trainer, you will be in good hands.

Max is a brilliant coach! I really appreciated his awareness and consistent focus on all the elements that feed into a healthy lifestyle - mindset, diet and workouts!

My goal was to focus on muscale gain and initially thought this was just about pounding the weights. Max helped me understand the need to pay just as close attention to my diet to ensure I'm getting the key nutrients I need to support my goals. The impact was remarkable, not just on my muscle gain, but it helped me to identify am imbalance in nutrients that were causing other health challenges.

Overall, Max is a very knowledgable, patient and always looking to evolve himself!

I highly recommend working with him!

I came to Max in 2023 after a few years of trying to get back into fitness but failing. I always enjoyed lifting weights and decided to see if using a PT would help show me a good program to progress with.
Working with Max made me realise how much more my body could do then if I were training alone. He pushed me to believe I had more inside of me. Not only did he offer great training advice but he was also very understanding on the benefits on mental health too, it wasn't just about physical. He was a wonderful support who offered great tips and ideas in the gym and at home with food and life.
I would highly recommend Max to anyone looking for a PT.

“I was struggling with health conditions and hadn't been to the gym in a while. With only three months to go until my wedding, I knew I needed to get back on track. As a combat enthusiast, I was looking for a personal trainer with a strong boxing background. That's when I found Max.

What impressed me most about Max was his ability to motivate and encourage me to push past my mental limitations. He recognized my physical potential and helped me tap into it. There were times when I thought I was going to collapse, but I trusted the process and trusted Max.

My goal wasn't necessarily to lose weight; I just wanted to feel lean and comfortable in my wedding dress. And boy, did Max deliver! Through his guidance, I became stronger, more confident, and more aware of my nutrition.

The transformation was incredible. I lost 5 inches off my hips, 1 inch off my waist, and 1 inch off my arms by the time of my dress fitting in April. My dressmaker even told me to slow down, but I had to politely decline – and we will make further alterations in June!

Working with Max has been a game-changer. He's tailored his sessions to my needs, pushed me to new heights, and helped me develop a healthier relationship with food.
Since training with Max, I've gained the confidence to take on new challenges. I've started jogging 5Ks, lifting heavier weights, and even improved my boxing technique.

But what's most remarkable is the mental shift I've experienced. Max has taught me to separate physical and mental struggles, allowing me to push through the tough moments.
Thanks to Max's support, training, and mentorship, I've gained the confidence to take on new challenges – including participating in a white collar boxing match or even starting kickboxing after the wedding obviously…lol (thanks to our shared love for Thai kickboxing).

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Max for understanding my goals and helping me achieve them. He's an exceptional trainer who truly gets the job done."

I have been training under Max's guidance for 18 months now. His knowledge of diet and relevant exercise to meet your requirements is excellent.I have lost weight and improved my fitness, along with trying new classes and training techniques, I have also rediscovered my motivation.I would thoroughly recommend Max as a trainer.

Before working with Max I was stuck in a never ending loop of trying different exercise routines and diets to try and hit my goals but just didn’t seem to be getting anywhere leaving me feeling deflated and unmotivated to keep on track and keep going to the gym. But from the get go Max set out clear, easy to follow training programmes and great nutritional advice for me to follow, to help me improve my strength, that I could follow in PT sessions with him and to challenge myself in my own time at the gym. I found this really helpful as I was always jumping from training programme to training programme and not seeing any results but with Max's guidance i quickly began to see big improvements. Max also helped me to improve my form on many exercises during my PT sessions and helped me try new things that I never would have tried before. This gave me a massive confidence boost in the gym as I was always worried that I was doing something incorrectly and would injure myself or just look like I didn’t know what I was doing. Since working with Max I’ve seen massive gains in my strength hitting new PBs on many exercises that I never thought I would, meaning I now look forward to going to the gym and challenging myself to hit new goals. I would highly recommend Max to anyone as he is amazing to working with in PT sessions, always motivating me to push harder and always helps with any queries I have about my nutrition or exercise outside of our sessions.

Max has been my PT since Feb 2023 when my wife signed up 2 months PT session as a birthday gift. I was quite reluctant at the beginning as I thought will be waste of money, but soon Max proved it wrong, this is potentially a best gift and best investment.
I was very easy to feel tired before even just with a bit activity, often had back pain as a lot of time before screen and a lot of other issues. Max is very professional and considerate through all the sessions, understand my needs and expectations then set up fitness plans and discuss with me. He also frequently update plans according to my feedback. He shared a lot of good tips not just fitness but also everything which can help me to improve my health and of course I enjoy all the chat with him. After just a few months things improved a lot- my back don’t feel any pain now, I am more energetic, go to different activities with my son and won’t feel tired, just feel great. Now every time when I talk to my friends I ask them to take PT sessions and find a great PT like Max, this was unbelievable journey and best investment.

Amazing 12 week programme with Max and community. Lost 22+ lbs and gained muscle. Stronger and more confident. Thanks to Max. Super positive programme and step by step. Massivily recommended.

I lacked confidence in my ability and had a lack of knowledge of how to train before I met Max, working with Max has not only built muscle and strength but also confidence in myself. Max always goes the extra mile, with encouragement, advice, dedication and motivates me to be the best that I can be. Since working with Max I have not only redefined my physique but also my mindset!

Max is epic as a trainer and I would recommend him to everyone!

Despite being an active guy, my fitness journey took a dive trying to balance a young family with work pressures. With his structured and personal approach, Max set out a way to achieve my goals of building up strength, improving my fitness levels in a sustainable way and reducing weight.

Working with Max, I now feel confident with strength training without causing myself any injuries or pain following workouts.

Max tailors the workouts and programmes around you and how they can fit into your life. These are always challenging but achievable with his encouragement.

Since starting to work with him, I've seen fantastic gains in strength and fitness and we are now looking at the scales with nutrition and mindset.

If you're looking for at PT, Max is your man - I can't recommend him highly enough!

Before working with Max I wasn’t really into fitness and dipped in and out of it. I worked with Max in preparation for my wedding last year. I had never done weight training and mostly had done HIIT classes or Pilates.

Working with Max I became more confident in the gym and built up my strength. I enjoyed the feeling of being able to lift heavier weights.

My only expectations was losing weight for my wedding and Max exceeded my expectations in that I easily met my target goal but I also started to look forward to working out and didn’t see it as a chore

Max was really encouraging and pushed me even when I thought I couldn’t do anymore. He taught me about the different exercises and what areas they were targeting and different variations so I knew what to do outside of our PT sessions.

I would highly recommend working with Max. He caters the workouts to what suits you best but also pushes you out of your comfort zone and encourages and pushes you to meet your goals.

Working with Max has been incredible! Two months ago, I struggled with back pain, weakness, and poor stamina. Max tailored a plan that targeted these issues head-on.
Now, I feel like a new person. My back pain has decreased, I've gained strength, flexibility, and improved my cardio endurance.
Max's support and personalised workouts have been invaluable. Since I started, I've felt stronger, more flexible, and more confident than ever. But it's not just about looking good; it's about feeling amazing inside and out.
If you're looking to level up your fitness, Max is your guy. I highly recommend him!

I’ve been working with Max for the last 6 Months. Prior to starting my training with him I had no gym experience, I was struggling with the pressures of running my company and juggling that with spending time with my family.
Max has helped me focus my energy on exercise. We’ve mainly focused on strength training and I feel that this has given me a release from the pressures of every day life. He sets me targets and pushes me further when he believes I can do more, while still focusing my training plan on what I want to achieve. If I’m not feeling invested in a certain part of the workout on a specific day, Max will always adjust the programme to better suit my mindset.
Mentally I feel in a much better place, more focused and having some time to clear my head. I’ve toned up, something that wasn’t part of the short term plan, however I feel much better in myself for it.
I can’t recommend Max enough as a personal trainer. If you put in the effort, Max will get you results!

Before I met Max, I was stuck in a fitness rut, feeling frustrated and going nowhere fast. But then I started training with him, and everything changed.

Max pulled me out of my rut. His workouts are tough but manageable, and he had my back every step of the way. Honestly, I had big expectations when I signed up, but Max exceeded all of them!

Despite my initial skepticism about virtual coaching compared to in-person training, Max proved me wrong from day one. His personalized approach and unwavering support made distance a non-issue.

Since I started working with him, I've seen amazing progress. He's not just a personal trainer; he's a supportive friend who's helped me achieve goals I never thought possible. I'm talking major gains in strength, endurance, and confidence. And yeah, the scale finally started moving in the right direction too.
If you're considering hiring Max, don't hesitate. He's the real deal. Thanks, Max, for motivating me and making me feel like a total badass!