Personal Trainer Charlotte, Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Massage Therapists

Having been actively involved in athletics and recreation for many years now I’ve always appreciated how good it feels to be in good health and good shape. However, also being a businessman and “serial entrepreneur” I’ve found myself spending more time at work and less time taking good care of my body and could be aptly dubbed a “desk jockey”!

Well good news; I met Dave Turpin! I was impressed from the beginning with Dave’s personable style and demeanor and how approachable he was regarding all issues of health and well being, and how well versed he is in overall fitness. His facility is first class and his associates are among the best in the industry. It has been an absolute pleasure to have Dave as my personal fitness coach over the last year. He designed a tailored program to my specific needs which has produced great results. I’m more toned, I sleep better, feel better, and some folks even say I look better! I’m able to wear some clothes now that have been waiting patiently in my closet for some time now.

I highly recommend that anyone who is serious about being in better health and fitness consider the expertise and guidance offered by Dave of Desk Jockey fitness. An added benefit is the friendship and camaraderie that Dave and I have developed working together. Thanks Dave for a job well done!

Tony H, Business owner, Charlotte, NC

Dave, I spoke to you about special exercises after your presentation at the Ski Bee's meeting. The information that you gave me about the Presbyterian Rehab was excellent. My doctor was aware of the program and said that I would qualify and he then recommended me to them. I was able to go to their rehab program for three months all fees paid by Medicare and my supplementary insurance. Thank you again for your excellent information. I have improved in the first three weeks of the three month program.

Dave's comments: I met Bill after a presentation I gave. His request for assistance was outside of my scope of practice. It is a true blessing when we're able to help someone out simply by connecting them with the right people.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for fixing my back... and for helping me to look fitter than I have in years.

Dave is very gifted at what he does which is help improve functioning, flexibility and ease of use of the body. His holistic approach fits for me rather than they work of a traditional *trainer*. I have seen several trainers and medical personnel as my body has lots of issues and Dave is getting results where they could not. With his attentive and customized approach to MY well-being I am seeing change that I did not think was doable. I am not a person to be comfortable with a male trainer and with Dave I feel completely comfortable. We are finding muscles and areas that when fixed/balanced, are fixing my back issues which physical therapists and doctors have not been able to do for any length of time. In many ways I feel Dave is helping me to turn back the clock, and that is priceless.

I've worked with many trainers over my years of being an athlete and no one has shown the knowledge of the body and how it works as Dave Turpin has. With Dave it's not as simple as how much weight you can lift, you can do those on your own at home. It's about having correct form and maximizing your time to get the most complete workout available without injuring yourself. I'm not saying I'm always happy with him WHILE I'm working out, but I am always happy with the results, which are obvious after only three months. I have already referred several people to Dave, all of whom are also extremely pleased with their training. For the individualized training that you receive, there is no better value than Desk Jockey Fitness.

Dave, my post round [of golf] back pain [upper back and left hip] have all but disappeared since working with you. Your exercise program has really made a difference in my ability to enjoy my rounds of golf pain free. Thanks.

I came to Dave and Desk Jockey Fitness to train for climbing Mt. Ranier. Mt. Ranier is rated as the highest peak in the continental United States. I had never climbed before and only had about two months to get my body ready for the rigors of alpine climbing.

I’ve worked with several trainers over the years but was impressed by Dave’s attitude and his creative approach to normally mundane exercises. His encouragement is second only to his understanding of the physiology and science of health and fitness.

Not only did I have a successful first time climb (Mt. Ranier only has a 40% success ratio) but I have since returned to Desk Jockey Fitness for continued training. I have also referred several close friends who have also become clients of Dave’s and all of them have had great success in attaining their goals.

I feel that Dave Turpin and Desk Jockey Fitness represent the very best value available when it comes to personal training.

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Desk Jockey. I learned new things about my fitness level and my ability going forward. Dave was very helpful and patient as he answered all of my questions and followed up with me regarding any of my health concerns. I had a very positive experience.

I am a woman in my sixties who believes in taking care of my health. I recently came in contact with Dave Turpin at Desk Jockey Fitness at a workshop called Upper Body Strength Conditioning for Women. Dave explained the orthopedic differences between women and men and how to effectively workout without injury. Dave also explained that women do not need to worry so much about building muscle mass, but stresses the importance of working the upper body to help prevent postural dysfunctions and injury.

I am very thankful for all the information that Dave shared with me. I now feel more competent about using good form when lifting. The equipment that he recommends helps create better balance and strength with so much stress on the body. The best thing for me is that I can continue the exercises that I learned at Desk Jockey Fitness in my own home.

I recommend Desk Jockey Fitness to any man or woman who is interested in a holistic approach to fitness. Call Dave. You will not Be disappointed.

I am a 58 year-old woman who has had functional issues with balance, flexibility, and core strength, and an overall low fitness level. After a detailed physical assessment, Dave designed a 12-week custom exercise program for me.

His personalized approach to training is always professional, clearly demonstrated, and easy-to-learn. He has worked around several of my existing health conditions in ways that helped me avoid both injuring myself and experiencing frustration at my perceived limitations. I felt capable of succeeding with his guidance and motivation. And my exercise program evolved over time to reflect carefully tracked progress.

Always challenging and encouraging, Dave shares a generous amount of knowledge and technique enabling me to reach my goals. His studio is both comfortable, clean, and state of the art.

Working one-on-one with Dave has helped me regain my physical sense of wellbeing. I feel healthier and more active, and I achieved measurable results in a relatively short amount of time.

Nearly every exercise I learned in Dave’s studio is one I can continue to do in my own home…no big heavy equipment necessary. I have been recommending Desk Jockey Fitness to all my colleagues… a big step above the usual gym experience.

Desk Jockey Fitness absolutely exceeded my expectations. Dave has done a wonderful job of creating a very thorough workout for the entire body. He includes detailed information on the exercise and the impact to a particular part of the body.

Dave has done an extensive amount of homework to understand fitness and body strength and makes sure he shares that knowledge with his clients.

I want to challenge everyone to try Desk Jockey Fitness – once you see the results, I bet you won’t want to give it up.

I used to work out a lot, and we have a complete home gym. But after my surgery my doctor said, “Don’t do this” and “Don’t do that” and I didn’t know what to do. I was very impressed with Dave’s careful assessment. He even called my doctor to talk to him. Then he began sculpting a custom program for me. I’ve lost 25 pounds – I’ve been eating right too – and have a much better outlook on life. I feel better. I’ve got a program. I’ve got something to go for. I know what I can do. So I recommend Dave highly.

The information [in the Golf Conditioning workshop] was awesome. I never thought this way about fitness. Dave was very articulate and spends a lot of time explaining small details. I recommend this program to anyone who desires complete fitness.

I really enjoyed Dave's method of progressing us through the various flexibility tests and how they related to golf and functional life situations. Great workshop.

Dave, I enjoyed your workshop very much! I learned a tremendous amount and was eager to learn from someone who really knows what he's talking about. I was glad to stay until 9pm (2 hours past scheduled end time) and would have stayed longer if you had kept on teaching. I spend a lot of time at the gym with other trainers who only care about how they look in the mirror, and not truly about their health.

Dana Hamilton, Certified Personal Trainer (after attending an abdominal conditioning workshop), Charlotte, NC

Valerie and I had no idea what exactly to expect from your workshop, so we were very impressed at the amount of information we were able to gain, while having a lot of fun too! We look forward to the balance class and Valerie is psyched about the upcoming women's upper body class. It was quite an eye-opening evening, in many respects. We learnt a great deal from you and can tell that you are both very passionate about all things anatomical and health-and-fitness related...

If you are interested in kick-starting your physical health and vitality than Dave is your trainer. He will give you the burst you need to maximize your results.

I met Dave last September (2003). At the time, I had reached an all time high weight. Since then I have lost 20 pounds. At first I did not want to exercise 6 days a week!!! However, Dave motivated me to complete these weekly workouts. He encouraged me to view exercise as a regular activity that needed to be incorporated into my life.

I attended a presentation delivered by "Trainer Dave" recently and I would like to extend an invitation to those contemplating hiring a personal trainer to give 'Trainer Dave' a call. As a certified personal trainer myself with many years of experience I recognize in Dave a sincere commitment to his client's well being. As a lifelong learner Dave has combined his personal experience and challenges with his knowledge base to offer training programs that demonstrate the safest and most effective methods possible. His easy-going manner elicits a trust in others that translates into a partnership that will empower his clients to reach their goals with his support and guidance. That is one of the trademarks of an expert trainer.