Just tried the Daybreak CrossFit and loved it! Very active community. Everyone was very welcoming…read moreand I had a great time. I workout out 6 days a week at a place that's more of a standard boot camp style circuit workout. CrossFit takes my typical workout and bumps up the intensity 20%! Love it. Would recommend to everyone!!

Wonderful place with very warm environment. Mel, who is an…read moreowner of this place has amazing professional and people skills All coaches have a high professional level and pay attention to every single person in the class Also would like to mention how clean and organized this place is!!!

I had a first Time appointment at LYmbr with Shannon yesterday. When I got up this morning I picked…read moreup some thing from the floor and realized I haven't been able to do that in a year. I had 4 surgeries last year. My bodies all contracted from protecting it. I feel so good today ! I can't wait to see how I am after a few more sessions. Shannon was wonderful to work with. She really knows what she's doing. She was able to protect the weak parts of my body and get them moving again. I'm 72 years old I've had two hip replacements shoulder replacement knee replacement and ankle replacement and multiple hand surgeries. I am amazed at how good I feel. Shannon thank you so much I'm so grateful.

Peter Helmes has been my wonderful trainer for 6 years now, and he's kept me loose, moving, and…read moreinjury free all this time. Workouts are varied, interesting, and fun. They draw on his skills in martial arts, sports, weight training, massage and massage gun use, and his knowledge of body mechanics, what happens as we age and tighten, and how to loosen and get long unused tight muscles to work and move properly again. I am now able to do my many physical activities and hobbies without difficulty or injury. He is also a very nice, responsible, reliable person. I highly recommend Peter!

If you are a beginner or you are experienced, Peter is definitely great. He is probably one of the…read moreonly trainers I've worked with. I HATE exercising, but he always kept it fun. You def get the one on one attention, so no cheating!! He also gives great tips to do at home.

I am so impressed with Burn Boot Camp! The staff is incredibly friendly and motivating. They have…read morehad several pop up camps to meet the trainers and try out the workout. All fitness abilities are welcome, and the coaches really help you to modify moves if you need to. They are equally good at pushing you if they know you can handle it. I do a lot of workouts and have tried a lot of places, and I have really been enjoying Burn!!

I have been a member of Burn Newton for several years and cannot say enough about this gym! The…read morecommunity is spectacular and supportive, the trainers are full of encouragement, and the workouts are varied and fun! You'll never do the same workout twice and you're body and mind will be challenged with each exercise. The trainers are exceptional at challenging people or making modifications where needed and make everyone who walks through the door feel welcomed and ready to rock their workout! I highly recommend doing a free trial and experience this awesome gym!

Dr. Walk has been my dentist since 1982. I will tell you what I have told my family and friends…read moreover the years - that we are most fortunate to have the Cosmetic Dentistry Center, in Massachusetts. When I chose Dr.Walk in 82', little did I know that I had picked a gem. Moreover, Dr. Walk has a great personality, positive energy, and CDC is always up-to-date with the most advanced technology. I've had extensive dental and aesthetic procedures at Cosmetic Dentistry Center, over the years. As a result of Dr. Walk's artistry my smile is A+ and oral health perfect. It's equally important to note that I've had root canals with Dr. Bamel, and give him a thumbs up ! I recall one time asking, oh, you're done with the root canal? Need I say more. To date, I still travel from Plymouth to Newton, for my cleanings twice a year. I like keeping it all under one roof with this team. In closing, I must mention that the team at Highland Dental - most have been there for years - are a great group of people who are dedicated, extremely knowledgeable, friendly (sometimes really funny), and always willing to help.

I love Future Shapes! The trainers are knowledgeable and are able to challenge me in my workout…read more The space is the perfect size for one on one training.

I've had the pleasure of training with Deedee at Futureshapes for 2 years. She's very respectful of…read moremy personal fitness goals and makes sure to incorporate them into every workout. She is very knowledgeable and always attentive to my various injuries! Good people, good atmosphere, good parking ... highly recommend!

I periodically pull a muscle or have a strained neck raising little ones. I've gone to Dr Drew or…read moreDr Lauren over the last 3 years on and off for a few sessions. They're gentle and careful. Whatever they do -- it's helped each time. Great people -- always pleasant to see them.

While there are a few people with bad backs in my family, I take 100% of the blame for mine: bad…read moreposture in any chair, weird sleeping positions, laptop on dining room table with the wrong chair, etc etc. Add in a couple of years when the the Beloved Goldendoodle had arthritis and cancer, and lifting him in/out of the car was painful. Of course, any dog Mom would do it but it still hurt! A week ago I stood up from a chair and something just happened... if it has happened to you, you know that moment when you become stuck in one position, and looking in a mirror would be like seeing a letter "c". Great for letters, bad for your spine. 24 hours later I was stuck lying on the floor after crawling from the bathroom back to my bed, the problem was that I couldn't stand up to get back into bed. The following day - when I was moving around a little bit, but still with a lot of pain - I called and made an appt with Dr. Lauren. She is incredibly kind, spent an hour with me on the first appoiintment and made some nice adjustments which helped towards getting me back on track. She also reminded me that looking down at our phones is awful, I am always so concerned about my lower back that I forget about the shoulders and my phone. I saw her a few days later (and I felt like a totally different person than the one she saw days earlier), and have two follow-ups coming up. I said I would like to be "proactive, not reactive" and know that seeing her every 3 weeks or so will go a long way in the future. Check your insurance details, many include chirporactors (mine is 20 visits per year). I was also sent home with a nice folder of info as well as her recommendations for future care (on my own as well as with her). Office is on the first floor of a house right on Beacon St in Newton Center, there are meters as well as 2hr free parking right on the street (free parking starts at their house and heads down towards Newton Four Corners). They also have a ramp if you need one (starting at the back) and I believe there is parking back there as well. Ask the nice ladies at the desk for any info you need, I spoke with Patty when I made my appointment and she checked me in/out for both appointments.

I have to admit that I was a little scared about going here with some co-workers, mostly because I…read moredidn't know what to expect. I was picturing a gym full of meat heads I guess, which is not my scene at all. This place is further from that picture than you could ever get. The atmosphere of the place is actually very chill/relaxing. It's a big open space with tons of interesting looking equipment. Josh is probably the most friendly and welcoming guy you could ever meet. We even talked running a bit, and he is full of helpful information! The class we took, Sweat Shop, was not at all what I was expecting. Josh makes the workout not only interesting, but fun and I got to use some of that interesting looking equipment. I had never used kettleballs or weighted bats (not sure what they are really called) before! I left a little sweaty, feeling like I had a very good workout, and I had fun on top of it. I'm a little sore the day after, which my body knows it means I had a great workout that was a full body workout! It's way better than the typical gym circut where you just go from dull machine to dull machine. I will defintely be coming back for more classes at Gymnasium. I'm paticularly interested in Yogabells and the fencing classes.

It's a few minutes before my first class and I am nervous. I hear a cool 80's song as I open the…read moredoor. Immediately I am greeted by the owner, Josh Conway. I see him peering over a desk flanked by tall plants, smiling at me. It looks like he is briefing one of his coaches for the upcoming class. I take off my shoes, briefly speak with him and then proceed to the changing room. I noticed behind him was a lighted library of books ranging from Chinese breathing techniques to the history of European sword fighting. What a nice collection of varied interests I thought. As I grab a cup of water from the bubbler Josh informs me that although optional, I needn't to keep my socks on for the workout --part of the strength training involves training the feet, naturally. As I stretch out before class I see an older couple finishing up their kettle bell routine. They chalk up their personal best on one of the chalkboards on the wall. I see that one chalkboard is filled with quotations, comments and words of encouragement written by various members. Another board describes what 'theme' it is for the day. 'Stamina.' Today's theme is stamina I thought. Yesterday was 'Power.' Tomorrow is 'Strength.' The couple comes over and says hello to me and we introduce ourselves. This is pretty cool I thought. As I look around I see that Gymnasium is a nicely designed, large two section studio with cozy lighting, wooden floors, floor to ceiling mirrors along one wall and a huge Gymnasium logo emblazoned against another. Thick and heavy ropes hang from the ceiling, next to a row of pull-up bars. There are many tires stacked like a wall in one corner. A large variety of kettlebells and Indian Clubs line the back wall. There are also hurdles, metal stands, rope, straps, foam bricks, sandbags, fitness ladders, a peg climb and many other tools for circuit use. Intimidated, but curious. A coach comes over to me, extends a hand and says hello to me. 'Hello, my name is Marlon" I reply. 'My first day here.' Several more members fill the room as the clock winds to 5pm. The coach instructs us to get into a circle. The mild chatter quiets down as the coach-led group begins with a twisting and breathing exercise as 'Simple Minds' softly gets us into the mood over the gym's sound system. It's been a hair over two months since I've joined Gymnasium. I clocked in at 228 pounds the day I signed up. Today I am 202 pounds. I can't believe it. Twice the results, half the time. At first I was skeptical because there weren't any 45 pound plates, barbells and ellipticals which are usual staple found at regular gyms. At the risk of sounding cliché, this isn't a regular gym. After a few workouts I found myself crawling on all fours, doing planks, swinging kettlebells, hurling sandbags and performing an endless variety of floor work. The exercises are always changing weekly too. No chance for my muscles to become accustomed to anything. What is key, is that since the classes are small you get a lot of attention from the coach. There are always two or three alternatives to each type of exercise. An experienced member might perform a more difficult version of a pushup exercise while a new member might do them inclined along a wall. Gymnasium recognizes that each person is different. Another thing which is cool is that the community at Gymnasium is very fun, social and lively. There are tables and couches to sit and read from the library, sip tea or coffee which Gymnasium provides, or just to hang out. Josh organizes many other fun events such as evening runs, a variety of seminars, kettlebell challenges and a 60 Day Food Challenge in which I am currently involved. There is a great deal of personalization and interaction which is seldom if ever found at other gyms. I am simply flabbergasted as to why I don't see a lot more people doing natural movement exercises like the kind found at Gymnasium. However, I do know that this style of training is increasing in popularity. Also this type of training isn't as 'sexy' as pushing 10 pound plates on a machine. But for the record, given by my results I would never step back into a 'regular' gym--not if being strong and balanced, moving optimally and losing weight was my goal. 2/25/13 Sincerely, Marlon V

I love FT now. Me and my husband really appreciate John the manager of FT and have enjoyed the…read moreyoung trainers they have brought in. They all keep us on task and have us moving regularly and I value that more than anything. Couples who sweat together stick together. We are both in our 70s and I suggest to my clients as a therapist that one of the biggest fountains of youth is never stop moving. Everytime I go in there I feel like they're family. I recommend this place for anyone who needs an appointment or they won't go to the gym.

My wife and I have become regulars here. We love our trainers Tammy, and Ryan who sometimes covers…read morewhen she is away. The workouts are challenging but designed for our 60+ year old bodies. We have fun, and are gaining strength and losing weight much faster than we ever thought we could. Always something new to test us, so we are never bored. Thanks guys, you are the best.

This is a great place to learn judo. I would still practice there but I moved and the classes for…read moreadults do run a little late and I take public transport. I have been practicing martial arts off and on throughout my life: judo as a young kid; tae kwon from late teens to mid-30's. One characteristic I look for in a martial arts school is how the instructors work with children. Sensei Joe is great with kids and the parents really enjoy talking with him after. Sensei Joe takes time to further explain techniques and show parents what the children and them can do to further work on skills while not at the school. Another characteristic I look for in martial arts schools is how the communication is between the upper belts and the lower belts. All of the people are super nice, helpful and take the time to explain technique and style. The only issue that I hinted at above is the hours. If the classes were earlier or the commute shorter, I would continue here. Definitely, if you live in the area or are able to attend, then this place is great to learn judo.

I have checked out this club about three or four years ago, but my body was not ready for the…read moreintensity of the work out and I had serious misgivings about the conditions of the mat. Well they have newer equipment and I will try to make more classes, but with a schedule that involves a lot of late shifts...The instructor is someone I have known for a few years and has a level of proficiency very few people will ever see. The space is a bit old and beat, but the energy and skills of the few people that I have seen there in my previous visit is pretty impressive. We have a very hidden gem in this club!!!