I can't believe how much better I feel training within the 134-144 range that you assessed for me. I ran way too hard in the Army for years. My morning runs or swims would just be a "gut check" trying to beat the other people around me. Now, I can absolutely resist the urge to over-train, recognizing the benefits of using the appropriate heart rate. I've lost 2 pounds in the first 2 weeks of heart rate training, whereas I stayed absolutely stable at my previous carbohydrate burning rate. It was well spent money.
William Gaffney
When I hear the words “we need to look at your nutrition” all kinds of alarms go off in my head. I had fought the battle of the budge all my life and I had lost weight with the help of a gastric bypass operation. But I went along with the request and wrote down everything that I was eating. Jim got back to me in a couple of days and said “Hey buddy, you have got to eat more!” I was in a state of shock. Jim explained that I needed to take in more food in order to safely run the marathon. The whole process was one constant communication between the two of us. When the goals changed so did the diet. Jim has developed a program specific to my needs as a distance runner. Nutrition is no longer a “diet” but the fuel for my running dreams.
LeRoy Garcia - Gastric Bypass Recipient & Long Distance Runner
I have only been with Jim for less than one month and he has really helped me tremendously with my cycling training and racing. Before Jim, I thought training days had to be successive days of trying to improve on the previous training day. It was obvious that this had not worked based on my previous racing results. Since signing up with Jim, he has provided me with the proper training regiment which I can use to build on and enable me to improve my race results. With his coaching and encouragement, I have beaten several competitors who are at least 20-30 years younger than me (I am 56 years old). My goals were just dreams prior to signing up with Jim but I know now that I will achieve my goals!! If someone of my age can achieve so much, anyone can be a champion with Jim's coaching and mentoring.
Mark Rau – Competitive Road Cyclist
April of 2008 I tore my ACL, Doctors told me that if I planned to continue in the Martial Arts Profession that I would need reconstructive surgery. With all my training being in the martial arts for 17 years, I realized how much I didn’t know about overcoming a serious injury. Jim trained me for about six months and I was ready to test for my Fourth Degree Black Belt in Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do. His training and experience helped me achieve this level in the martial arts. But his personal training went beyond that. I was surprised to notice that not only was my leg almost back at 100% but my entire body and conditioning was at an all time high. Jim Fiore is a great coach and from my personal experience he takes the time to get to know your specific needs. If you have the opportunity to train with Jim Fiore I strongly encourage you to take advantage of his program.
Matthew Saldivar - Fourth Degree Black Belt
There are several major things about Jim that puts him above the rest. This man knows what he is talking about and is able to communicate it in a way that makes sense to you. It is his passion to serve people and help them achieve their fitness goals that impressed me the most. Not only is Jim a trainer, he is an athlete. If you are fortunate enough to become one of his clients, he will only consider himself to be successful with you only when you reach your goals.
Roger Dill - General Conditioning
"During the spring of 2008, I noticed signs advertising the San Antonio Rock and Roll Marathon. One morning I stopped Jim and asked him, “If he thought that I might be able to run the Half Marathon?” I explained that I was a novice runner, gastric surgery patient, and was also 61 years of age. “Not a problem” was his response. Jim worked with me and as my coach to develop a program that would build my endurance and change my metabolic & heart rate. Jim surprised me on race day by running the race with me. Jim stayed at my pace the whole time. Just before we crossed the finish line, Jim turned to me and said, “remember this moment—this is what you have been working for—enjoy it!” I did finish the race with a time of 2:07:48. Jim was a step behind me. His training and coaching helped me develop into a confident runner. Thank you Jim."
Leroy Garcia – Long Distance Runner
"One of the main things that I just love about Jim is that he is honest. The very first time I trained with him I was totally impressed. One thing that I remember telling Jim was ‘I am not losing weight’, ‘what am I doing wrong?’, and ‘I had been working out very hard and long.’ He stated that I needed to stay within certain heart rate to achieve weight loss! I was working too hard. No one had ever said that to me. Training with Jim is one of my best experiences in life, his knowledge and ability to communicate with his clients is the best!"
Juanita Rodriguez - Weight Loss
Working with Jim at FIT Conditioning has been a great experience. In training for an upcoming marathon, I'm not only learning about running, but I'm also learning how to eat healthier and how to better take care of myself during training. I've seen an improvement in my performance and I feel great. Jim is always there to answer any questions or concerns I might have and has an impressive breadth of fitness knowledge - and beyond knowledge, Jim has an obvious and contagious passion for both running and cycling. He knows what he's talking about because he lives it. I've been amazed at his willingness to work with my schedule and my needs to build a fun and focused program specifically tailored to me. Thanks Jim!
Scott Craig - Long Distance Runner
I never had a problem exercising or with my weight, but for some reason I lacked the passion for doing any physical activity, so I reached out to Jim. I train with Jim for his knowledge of nutrition and training. I understand now that eating a balanced meal and consuming healthier foods ensures greater results. By working with Jim, every day I wake up to a new day and I am excited about my training which includes running, lifting weights and making better eating habits. I am very thankful of Jim for helping me become better athlete and Airman for the military and my country. Thank you!
