?ve been working with Oxana for approximately three months. Even though our sessions begin at 6:00 AM ? an ungodly hour ? I really look forward to seeing her. She?s fun, she?s smart and she knows what she?s doing. She knows just how to push me when I?m tired and feel like I can?t do one more lunge or squat. She?s a great motivator and a wonderful role model. Since seeing Oxana, I?ve lost more than 6% body fat and inches off every part of my body! I feel stronger and look better. And, I owe it all to Oxana.

My name is John Michael Cione, I am 40 years old and have played sports my entire life. I never worked out regularly with weights. I was referred to Rivak after I had sustained a severe foot injury. I weighed 178 pounds. I thought I was in reasonably good shape. My first workout was more challenging than I could ever imagined. Undaunted, I changed my eating and drinking habits, trained with Rivak 3 days a week. Now I weigh 150 pounds and in the best shape of my life. My strength, speed and endurance have increased dramatically. I also had to buy a new wardrobe and I even fit in clothes that have been in my closet for 10 years. I found that a consistent workout regimen has greatly reduced my stress levels and enhanced my overall attitude. I credit Rivak and his approach to fitness for positively affecting many facets of my life which I had not expected. His discipline and guidance were pivotal in keeping me on track. I honestly feel getting involved with Somagenesis is one the best things I have ever done for myself, my family and my business.

I never had to worry about exercise during my 20 years in the Army. PT (Physical Training) was a guaranteed part of my day. Lately my weight started to rise and my energy level dropped. Not a good combination in my current line of work. Rivak's no nonsense, get it done and get it done right ethic, along with his medical expertise is just what this old Sergeant needed. My wife and I are busy and have little time to spare in a day. For couples wanting to stay in shape and stay healthy together, Somagenesis and Rivak is the only solution. I went from 35% body fat to 11% body fat in under 5 months and am still losing fat and gaining muscle. Rivak and Somagenesis kick but OOORAHH

Rivak has been instrumental in my recovery from injuries, and provided a much more balanced strength and flexibility program. I'm now stronger than before and have a more efficient workout schedule, that yields better results. He is experienced and has a thorough knowledge of exercise physiology. My principal exercise activity is ultra-marathon cycling supplemented with raquetball and skiing. Besides technical expertise he also can adapt to changing personal goals, and provide important motivational messages. I've tried yoga, pilates, and traditional physical therapy, the Somagenesis program easily surpasses all of them!

?ve been in general fitness training with Rivak Hoffman for about a year. I can honestly say it has marked a turning point in my life. This is much more than an intense workout session. Sure, I?ve lost body fat, and built up my endurance and strength. More importantly, I?ve also gained insight into the aging process, and how to combat it. I am in my late ?50?s and have changed from a sedentary person prone to aches and acute tendonitis from participating in casual sports, to a more conditioned man, probably in better shape than I was in college. Thanks to Rivak Hoffman?s training techniques, I have regained youthful agility, balance, coordination and flexibility. What distinguishes Somagenesis is professionalism, knowledge, individual attention, and a comprehensive, enthusiastic and guided approach to health and fitness. This is not ?cookie-cutter? body sculpting. Rivak has an impressive resume, but he doesn?t flaunt it. His medical and neurological training coupled with his credentials in fitness training sets him apart and makes him an ideal trainer for clients of all ages and abilities, those with intact musculoskeletal systems as well as those with disabilities or chronic disorders. Most importantly, he approaches his clients as a true professional. He keeps detailed records and monitors progress. He makes sure you get each exercise right and monitors every movement for mistakes that can lead to injury. Make the call! I?m sure glad I did.

I met Trainer Rivak Hoffman several months ago at a the San Diego Biotech convention. I assumed he was one of the boys since he talked the jargon in an intelligent manner. Since then I have been working with Rivak towards my health and fitness goals. I am so pleased with how I look and feel. My energy levels are always peaked and people notice the new me. Rivak is a keeper, and I look forward to along and fruitful relationship with him. Rivak is ideal for the corporate business man who needs more than just a trainer. Rivak offers intelligent conversation and wisdom, on top of being one hell of a trainer!

Looking great is an important aspect of my business. Over the years, I have struggled with weight gain and retention. Being an MD, I though I can handle the task on my own. I guess not! I continued to gain weight and started feeling melancholy about my appearance. Rivak's name came up during a medical conference i attended several months ago. My business partner and his wife have had great results with him, and he was all I would hear about. Well, the timing was right and my mood stimulated me to pick up the phone and make the call. It wasn't east admitting my failure, but I am glad I did. Its been a few months, but finally my belly fits back into my size 32" slacks and I feel wonderful. Rivak and his fitness know- how are a big part of my life, and i now recommend all my patients to use him to maintain their body's after surgery. Rivak is a great guy, easy to talk to, full of information, and besides, he is also a PA, and well medically trained. My suggestion. Use him or lose out. i.e., A local favorite, or highly recommended because

Rivak the miracle worker! I was needing to find an exercise specialist/trainer to strengthen my core lower back muscles, shoulders, arms and thigh muscles, which have degenerated from a very rare disease called polymyositis. For 13 years I have watched my once, very slim and fitness body, gradually become ravaged by the destruction of muscle mass, leaving me unable to climb stairs, walk without a cane and always using a wheelchair when outside the home. By chance, I found the link to Somagensis. A call and a response from Rivak, was the beginning of an incredible journey to wellness and muscle rejuvenation. Rivak has the medical education, training and experience, in particular, a strong interest in working with challenged people. With a customized program and a commitment to Rivak and myself, the challenge was set and I was ready to see results. Rivak encouraged me to reach for my maximum potential exercise level but he cautioned me to be aware of my physical limitations. Only an expe

Trying to keep weight off, never the less remove extra fat pounds has never been easy for me. I needed help. Thanks to a good friend who referred Rivak Hoffman Master Personal Trainer with Somagenesis, I was able to grab the bull by the horns and get things going. It hasn't been easy, but well worth the time and effort. It could not have been done with out Rivak's wisdom, motivational tools and complete understanding of good and bad nutrition. Since my business is food, I am always surrounded by it and sampling it for quality. I have learned how to avoid habitual noshing and the importance of wholesome organic foods. Since first working with Rivak I have shed 36 pounds in a 3 month time frame. I am very stoked! My long term goal is to drop 60 pounds and I know we can do this over the next 3 months. Rivak is a good guy who is always on time, works around my schedule and constantly keeps the keeps my mind in the fitness loop. You just can't go wrong with this guy, but only if you go it alone like I did for so many miserable years. Thank you Rivak

I am 57 years old and until age 45 never had a weight problem. In January of 2007, I was tipping the scale at 210 pounds, my cholesterol was skyrocketing, my blood sugar levels were unsatisfactory, and my dress size 18 was beginning to feel tight. After a very depressing meeting with my physician it was clear I had to do something about my weight problem.Initially, I started a diet program and lost some weight;However, it was not enough and I was becoming desperate. I had tried almost everything, and was running out of options. Although still dieting I had stopped losing weight and my cloths were still very uncomfortable. My doctor had told me to lose weight,but not how successful weight loss is accomplished. It was time to find a personal trainer. My search began on the internet when miraculously up popped Rivak Hoffman on my computer screen. I had known Rivak when he was working as a Medical Researcher at UC Shiley Eye Center but had not spoken to him for years. I knew he was an honest hardworking individual. He was always driven to do his best, and is a person who never backed down from a challenge. It was at that moment I decided I was going to be his next challenge. If anyone was able to help me through this difficult stage of my life he would. In our initial consultation and fitness assessment, Rivak's calculations confirmed I was in the "clinically obese" category. We discussed a training program that worked for me, and I began my new lifestyle of combining diet, resistance training and cardiovascular exercise. I have been working with Rivak for 1 year and have lost 45 pounds, decreased my bad cholesterol by 20 points, and best of all am now wearing a size 12 dress! I feel great and my friends say I look wonderful. Thank you Rivak for helping me meet my first weight loss goal!

Rivak is an incredible personal trainer with high degrees of intelligence for "thinking outside the box" He can adjust his training style on the fly and make personal goals happen in a modicum of time. He is affable, professional, always on time, and always gives 100% His style is like no other trainer i have met, and he is the perfect trainer for the Type A businessman or Physician such as myself. Yes, I have been demanding, but he has never said "no" or "it can't be done". He is a man of his word and I have been so pleased with his performance. My goal was to lose fat and gain muscle. My result is a drop in waist size from 38 to 31 inches and my arms and chest have grown by 2 inches! We have worked together a little over 1 year now and we will continue on training indefinitely . My wife loves my new look and feel, and so do I! Thanks Rivak

Rivak was referred to me by a business associate who lost a copious amount of weight. I wanted the same. I have worked with Coach Rivak since Jan 15 2008 and have seen some amazing changes to my physique. My arms look more defined and bigger and my pant size has dropped from a 38" to a 30" all in 6 months of hard but well worth it work. What more can I say about Rivak? He is not your typical personal trainer, he is very medical savvy and is always deeply concerned about my needs and goals. I hope he continues to keep me on as his client, as he is in high demand.

Coach Hoffman represent the ultimate in personal trainers. He is very intelligent, very precise about the application of his fitness program and overall a really nice guy. Not only do we have a great business arrangement, but we have become friends during the past several months. My goal was to shed 25 lbs by my high school reunion, by golly I lost 37 lbs in 3 months with coach Hoffman. I am so pleased with my trainer and now myself. These words cannot do justice on how I really feel. I really appreciate Coach Hoffman and is continual dedication to perfecting my mind and body.

If you want the best of the best, then Rivak Hoffman will and can help you a chieve the most difficult goals. he certainly helped me! Thanks, Coach! See you Wedneday. Paul J

Amazing coordination and effort to get me to loose 35 lbs within 1 month. It happened thanks to Coach Rivak!