We've been working with Fareed for about a year now, and I can confidently say he has made a meaningful impact for our 15 year old son, not just as an athlete, but as a person. Our son is both a club and high school swimmer, and when we started, one of his biggest challenges was body awareness. Fareed has an incredible ability to break things down in a way that actually clicks. He helped him understand how his body moves, how to engage the right muscle groups, and how to connect strength training to what he's doing in the water. That shift in awareness alone has been huge. But what really sets Fareed apart is everything beyond the physical training. He's been an incredible role model, consistently reinforcing a positive mindset, teaching how to visualize success, and how to approach his sport mentally not just physically. Fareed also supported him with nutrition, helping him understand how to fuel his body in a way that supports both performance and growth. It's clear he cares about the whole athlete, not just the workout in front of him. If you're looking for someone who understands both the physical and mental side of training and who can connect with your athlete in a way that actually motivates them--Fareed is exceptional. read more

I started working with Fareed about 3 years ago. I am a 50 year old woman and started working with him to prepare for the ACFT. I was able to not only pass but exceed my own goals. I am continuing to work with him and my range of motion strength and posture are also hugely improved. I can. It recommend him enough. read more

Fareed was hands down the best trainer I have ever worked with. I trained with him for several years. The results were life-changing--physically and mentally. We started with weight loss, then shifted to strength and toning. Every session was customized, challenging, motivating, and most importantly FUN! Even though I haven't trained with him in years, I still carry the mindset and habits I gained from our time together. If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares and delivers real results, I highly recommend Fareed! read more

Fareed is a once in a lifetime fitness trainer and health coach. If you are looking for a life changing experience, Fareed is the one to go to. I started with Fareed in September 2020 and have since then continued the workout plans and meal plans and have seen consistent success. Fareed tailors each exercise to your desired goals, he learns about you as an individual, and takes the time to do his own research on your genetics to provide the best and most efficient meal plans. It doesn't stop there, he is constantly engaged with you throughout the day to keep accountability and encourage you through your journey. If the workouts and meal plans have things that aren't working for you and your body he listens and works with you and finds what does work. I do this remote, I am in FL and Fareed is in VA and still I have been very successful. Fareed is dedicated to your goals and will get you there. His expertise in fitness and health is above anyone I've met. Now, in 2024 I continue to use the knowledge Fareed has given me. Over the past 4 years, I've gone through many life changes (as one does), however one thing remained the same, Fareed's commitment of support, guidance, and advice to reach my fitness goals over the years. read more

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Fareed is an extremely professional, reliable, knowledgeable, helpful, encouraging, and creative instructor who gives advice and offers ideas to help me get stronger and stay healthy, in a fun and productive way! read more

Was looking for a personal trainer to give me nutrition and workout plans custom for my body. There's too much (mis)information on the internet, and was tired of testing different things to ultimately give up after 1.5 months. I needed something I knew would work. Was also busy traveling for work, so needed programs and a coach that would work at home and on the road. Fareed got me in the best shape of my life, a body I never dreamed of having, but he knew from Day 1 was possible. He's all about educating, not medicating and would even analyze my blood panels to adjust my diet. He keeps the meal and workout programs fun and interesting (would ALWAYS look forward to getting updated plans!), and is always available for feedback and questions (actually demands haha) to help you get to your best self. I'm pretty self-disciplined, but he pushes you when you need it. He also helps you envision goals that I never even thought of. Hands down, he rocked my world. After working with him for over 1.5yrs, I ended up diving into a fitness certification because I wanted to learn everything, now playing around with my own programs. He also inspired me to do a photoshoot to potentially pursue modeling. Even today, I still bounce ideas off of him -- while he's still pushing me If you want to be elite in this lifetime, he's your guy. Get ready to put in the work, but know it pays off -- and maybe even changes your life. LOVE YOU FAREED! read more

Fareed The Trainer - Trainers Near Me - Lake Ridge, Virginia

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There was a time that I thought my weight indicated my health. After two years I learned that was so far from the truth it wasn't funny. I have learned this year that it's the composition. I went from over 200 (2018) down to 130 (2019) and back up to 150 (2020). Am I mad about the gain this last year?....not a single bit!! Fareed has taught me more about diet and weight lifting than I never knew! The diet was easy to follow and once I understood the purpose of certain foods, it made sense. The workout plans he provided pushed me to limits I only imagined! Who would have thought two years after back surgery I would be dead lifting 220? Not me but with the right trainers, good form, and lots of practice here I am. For once in my life I love how I look and feel. read more

Fareed The Trainer - Before (2018) and when I met Fareed (2019) - Trainers Near Me - Lake Ridge, Virginia

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I have been training with Fareed for over a year. When I first started training with Fareed he saw potential in me that I did not see in myself to compete in bodybuilding competitions. Over the year, based upon my progress he designed nutrition and workout plans and even took it upon himself to research a variety of methods to assist me in properly managing my Type 1 Diabetes. In April 2019, I competed in my 1st NPC competition bringing home one (1) 1st Place trophy in Master's, two (2) 4th Place trophies and one (1) 5th Place trophy. Fareed has helped me to transform my physique into a body that I'm very proud of. Working with Fareed, you will be challenged both mentally and physically but there is nothing more rewarding than accomplishing personal goals while having someone in your corner every step of the way. Fareed is very personable, very knowledgeable, a great mentor and an even greater motivator. If you have fitness goals Fareed the Trainer will get you there! Get bodied by Fareed! read more

The past year I have struggled with keeping my blood pressure at a healthy reading. I am 27, female, 130 lbs, size 4- not your typical pre-hypertensive candidate- but stress and hereditary have not been my friends. The past 6 weeks I have worked with Fareed 3 X a week doing weight training, cardio and high intensity interval work-outs. In only 6 weeks I have lowered my blood pressure enough to forego prescription medication, increased my speed from a 12 minute mile to an 8.5 minute mile, and dropped 5 lbs. Through his program I also acquired the knowledge necessary to maintain a well-balanced diet. Through his combination of knowledge, expertise, creativeness and will-power if you have the will- he has a way! Bring on bikini season! read more

I've been Fareed's client for about 4 months now, he has taken my training completely to the next level. The results I have gotten from working with him have been unreal. Fareed cares about his clients a lot and he's always updating his programs to best fit your goals and also to help you improve in your weaknesses. The meal plans he will put you on are exactly fit 100% to you. He is a very smart person and will break down every question you have for him. I 10/10 recommend Fareed especially if you are trying to reach the next level! read more

About a year ago, I decided to start working with a personal trainer, post my third ACL knee surgery, to help me rehab and overall achieve my fitness goals (losing about 20+lbs, gaining muscle & getting toned) and I am really lucky to have found Fareed! I see him 2 times a week for hour sessions. I also visit him at a gym 3x a week where he leads amazing boot camps (i.e. kettle bells, TRX, abs, body pump). Fareed truly understands how the human body works and has vast knowledge on the various muscle groups. He is willing to meet you at the gym of your convenience. In addition to his training, he willingly shares his expertise on weight loss and nutrition. I really appreciate the extra effort he takes in making sure I stay on track with my diet and exercise outside of our personal training sessions. The great thing about Fareed as a personal trainer is that he goes out of his way to customize every changing workout routines to meet my specific goals while motivating me to do it in a very positive way. Fareed is a truly dedicated and motivated personal trainer who knows his stuff and if you are looking for a way to achieve your fitness goals - this is it! read more

If you're only looking for a trainer to sculpt your abs, if you're not willing to crawl before you walk, or if you're just looking to lose weight; you might want to find another trainer. If you are willing to work extremely hard, give 110%, realize that fitness does not end the minute you leave the gym and completely overhaul the way you used to think about working out and nutrition, then Fareed is the trainer for you!! Fareed will turn everything you think you knew on its head as he runs you through your training. His approach to training is wildly different from any other method I've ever come across. His workouts are very functional, and with formation being key; you will develop muscles you've never used guaranteed!! Fareed trains you the way elite professional athletes train and therein lies the difference between his method and all the other trainers out there. He cares about you and how you're doing; although this may be hard to believe when you're scrabbling across the floor and swear you're about to drop dead....but he really does care. He will email you, text you and check in on you routinely to see how you're progressing and will alter his plan accordingly. After working out with Fareed for a little over 6 months and I am officially addicted! I've mostly done boot camps with him but have also been lucky enough to have a couple of personal training sessions. He is an extremely nice person, which goes a very long way when he's kicking your butt!! No matter what kind of shape you are in, he makes you feel welcome, strong, and proud of your results. He will always push your body to its limits and is great at recognizing people's different abilities and coming up with modifications - either to push you harder or work within your limitations. I've gotten much stronger and leaner since working out with him, yet the workouts NEVER get easier because he is always finding new ways to challenge you and make your body move more effectively and efficiently. With his determination on never letting me quit and pushing me further than I ever thought possible I recently conquered a half marathon in just over 2 hours! With his guidance and perseverance I was able to overcome the challenges placed in front of me. All in all, I really can't imagine working out with anyone else. Fareed is extremely positive, knowledgeable, hard working, innovative, and kind. What more could you ask for in a trainer?!? read more

Fareed is a life savior! If you are looking for your average trainer who meets with you and just goes over few exercises with you, Fareed is NOT it. If you want someone to see you as a complete person and train you INSIDE and out and push you pass your limits while sweating non stop, FAREED IS IT! He will have you do blood work and body scans and really get to know how your body works, what food fuels you and what food hurts you! He is a complete package no excuse!!! He is extremely knowledgeable and truly enjoys what he does, you will see his passion and carrying for you personally no matter how many others he is training. If you are committed he will not allow you to slack, he will push you to a limit you didn't know you had and the following session he will push you even further. Every time you complete a workout, you will be so proud of yourself, as you should be because it is a personal achievement as he is a challenge! I wish I had listened to all his advise when I first started working out with him; he told me I needed to give up sugar and start running if I wanted to drop my cholesterol. I HATE RUNNING, and I LOVE SUGAR!! I fought him the whole time. My doctors told me I needed to take meds for my cholesterol, they refused to give me any other advice...and I refused to listen and to them. I started running 4 months ago, and gave up my sugar! I drop 100 points on my cholesterol without ANY MEDS !!! I beyond recommend him!!! He is a holistic no bs God sent personal trainer. read more

Extremely knowledgeable. Knows exactly what you can handle. Helped me with neck pain and lower back pain. With his training, helped me not only physically, but mentally also. Love Fareed! read more

Fareed is an exceptional trainer/educator in the field of fitness and overall wellness. He doesn't just focus on your exterior goals but makes sure that you learn to take care of yourself from the inside out. He will challenge you mentally, physically, and emotionally to help you prove to yourself that any goals you have set are not only achievable but also goals that you can exceed! Thank you Fareed for all that you have done and continue to do! read more

I started off with a size 42 waist and now I'm down to a 36. If you're strict with the routine you will get in shape pretty quickly.

Fareed is absolutely the best trainer. I have suffered with lower back pain and misalignment for years, in addition to herniated discs in my neck. Fareed created a program of functional strength and flexibility to put my spine in correct shape, from top to bottom. I have a semi-dysfunctional knee. Fareed adapted the necessary exercises to allow me to work hard and progress, without hurting my knee. He continuously crafts new personal workouts that respond to my personal needs. And, he challenges me to attain new levels of fitness. The results speak for themselves. He is the best. read more

The Perfect Trainer, For many years i have been at a struggle with me weight.I have tried multiple diets after diets, which some worked for me, but i gained my weight back fast. I would tryout different trainers that didnt work for me because they were more of just machine trainers. I realize i was looking for more than just a machine trainer to help me lose weight, but i was also looking for a trainer to help me with my nutrition and to also help me keep function mobility in my left knee because it was getting weak because of my weight. So i end up doing some research and i end up finding the perfect trainer online,which sometimes can be a hoax, but i took thst chance. To make a long story short i ended up buying sessions after sessions and 2 years later i am still with this amazing angel on earth who helped me lose 50lbs and also helped me maintain it. I couldn't be so thankful to have fareed the trainer in my life. Thank you read more

When I first started training with Fareed, I told him I was training for capoeira, so he did his research and figured out what kind of workouts would benefit me most for my sport. Additionally, my goal was to be able to do handstands and he made sure I reached it. He is a great motivator and our training sessions never get old or boring. He is always challenging me, which is great because I love challenges. Not only does he train me for my sport, though, he trains me for life, physically and mentally. It's not uncommon for us to get into talks about other aspects of life while I'm in the midst of pouring sweat onto the ground or taking a rest. These past 4 years of training with Fareed have made me feel unstoppable and I look forward to what else he has in store for me. read more

Fareed is an amazing trainer. Before training with him I worked out for an hour six days a week and was stuck. Since training with him my body has changed in so many ways, and he provided me with an understanding of nutrition and how important what you eat plays into your daily life (even if you aren't a power lifter or professional weight lifter). Turns out I wasn't eating enough and was overexerting cardio without enough toning. Training with him I ate more, toned up, and lost more. He helps you realize the foods that you need to eat to achieve your fitness goals and teaches you how to make better decisions. Sessions with him are extremely tough, but he's a great motivator and won't let you give up. He changes up workouts, so it's never boring, and he pushes you harder than you would push yourself. He also checks in every day, not just the days you train so it's like he is your personal fitness and weight loss coach. He's also very friendly and personable and can be flexible with your vacation and work schedules, which is really helpful. If you are looking for a trainer who really cares about your personal fitness and will push you to limits you didn't know you could achieve with encouragement, he's your guy. Also, he views training not as separate sessions but as a training program and doesn't keep his eye on the clock. Rather, he pushes you to do as much as you can that day and pays attention to your signs that your energy is low. read more

If you are looking for an amazing workout and for someone to push you to your goals, you can count on Fareed. I've been working with him consistently (2-3 times/wk) for over six months and can see a huge difference in my overall fitness. I enjoy running and I started his Be Elite boot camp in order to mix in strength training. My running has gotten stronger and faster and therefore more fun! You don't have to be a stellar athlete or a body builder to succeed in his classes (I'm proof of that.) I believe that Fareed's best quality as a trainer is to push everyone to their individual best. The people in his class are a true mix of ability but if you commit to improving yourself, he will work extremely hard to help you, no matter how big or small your goal. For me, I improved my personal half-marathon record by 9 minutes without changing anything else in my running routine. Fareed gives me sport specific advice, including strength and stretching exercises and nutrition. He is incredibly professional and passionate about his work. I think he truly finds joy in helping others achieve their goals. read more