I came across Mike and Mint Body Fitness while searching on here, through Yelp. I haven't had a consistent workout routine since high school, and while I was coming close to turning 25, I knew that I had to make a change. I was extremely lazy and would put off time for physical activities. I kept telling myself that "I'll go to the gym next week." And when next week came, I still wouldn't go. My first meet up with Mike consisted of a simple physical evaluation - push ups, sit ups, squats, stretches, etc. I could barely last without feeling nauseated, and this was an eye opener for me. I decided to sign up for 10 sessions, and he advised me to trust in him and to text him anytime that I had a question about nutrition, etc. The first 3-4 classes were extremely difficult for me; I could barely keep up with the circuit training as I would be extremely nauseated and needed to constantly take a break/sit down. Mike was very understanding and reassured me that it'll only get better from here. I just finished all 10 sessions and can say that I can now complete my workouts more efficiently, and with hardly any break. I have definitely lost weight, and I now know how hard I need to work to achieve my goals. Mike and I have set some goals up for the next 10 sessions, and I'm stoked to see how much more I can accomplish. You can tell that Mike really cares about his clients, and pays attention while you workout. Mike has his own facility which is connected to his house, and it has everything that you need. Sessions are one-on-one, and parking is provided. You never have to run into anyone/feel intimidated as each session is private. It seriously can't get any better than that. Scheduling future sessions is easy, and Mike is always prompt in returning text messages. Mike keeps things realistic and will keep you at a slow progression until you improve. My body didn't go into a complete shock. All of my progress was gradual. I started out with 2 sessions a week, and 4 days of independent cardio. I've had a major improvement in my overall lifestyle. Thanks for believing in me Mike! This guy is the real deal and I advise anyone who is interested to check him out! read more

If you're ready and looking for a start Mint Body Fitness/Mike is the one to see. About 2 months ago, I purchased a 3 session groupon for Mint Body. Was nervous calling to make my first appointment, but Mike was really cool. After speaking with him to make my appointment, Mike texted me all the information I needed for my 1st session. Some of you be thinking why did I start at this time of the year, well I always kept telling myself next year, next month, next week and never really started. So I knew and told myself if I'm gonna start it has to be now or I'll never start. Before my 1st session I was quite nervous and worried how it would be as I'm quite self conscious of my body. I've been to gyms, but never liked the crowd and unsure if I was doing the workouts correctly. Mike is very attentive. The groupon sessions are when he assess your motivation and level of ability. From the 1st session I found out he was all about safety and makes sure you're doing the exercise correctly so you don't injure yourself. He is very honest. With that I knew Mike was a good fit as a trainer for me. At the end of the groupon session I purchase 10 sessions. I just finished the 10 session a few days ago. With my schedule, I saw Mike 1-2 times a week. Tried to on cardio (walk/run) on the other days and tried to watch my eating habit (highly encouraged by Mike) which was/is difficult with my job and the holidays. You need to work on your cardio outside of your sessions to keep up with his workouts and to move forward. Mike really tries to get to know you and will push you to your limits on your good days. After the 10 session I've lost about 3% body fat. My work pants (runs a little on the larger size) went from a tight fitting 4 (close to a 6) down to a little loose fitting 2. I'm excited to start my next 10 sessions and see where I'm headed. read more

I was looking for a personal trainer and found Mint Body Fitness while searching on Yelp. I started training with Mike about a month ago (about 10 sessions) and my results so far are amazing! He has helped me to tone my body and eat healthy. I have never had a personal trainer before so I was a little unsure what to expect. But after meeting Mike and discussing what I wanted, I knew he was dedicated and willing to help me achieve my goals. The first couple of weeks were hard for me because although I am athletic, I have never really done circuit or weightlifting. Mike helped to teach me the proper techniques and exercises. He is always very helpful and pushes me to do my best. I really like how the sessions are private and there is no pressure from other people watching what you are doing. I usually go to class 2 times per week and also run 2-3 times per week and do my core and arm exercises that Mike recommended. Since I workout on my own, visiting Mike 2 times per week works for my schedule. If you are not as active and need motivation to workout, you can go to class 3 or 4 times per week or more, if needed. He is very accommodating and works with your schedule (best to book in advance if you want a particular time slot). Not only do you have to workout and keep an active lifestyle, you also have to eat healthy and clean as well. Mike stresses the importance of eating healthy and after changing my diet of bad carbs, fried and processed foods, I can see the importance and the difference of eating clean. I never really understood how bad these types of bad foods are until now. Overall, I've lost body fat and weight, and feel more toned and stronger than I was when I first started. I can't wait to see my results for the next month. Thanks Mike! read more

Like many others here, I found Mike and Mint Body Fitness through Groupon. I had worked with some really good trainers in the past, and was now looking for a new individual to help me out. I had tried several trainers through Groupon before working with Mike, but he was the first who sincerely seemed interested in me, my personal fitness goals and in helping me achieve them. Mike is a humble guy who is a has been through some personal physical challenges, so he know what it's like to hurt, but he knows how to help you get better. I recently started a job which is much more physically challenging. Knowing I am no longer a spring chicken, I put a high priority in keeping physically fit. Personal training is a significant expense, but I know a pulled muscle or back problems could put me out of commission for days or weeks, or even months, and that cannot happen. I introduced my husband to Mike about six months after I started. He had been dealing with very debilitating back problems for years. Chiropractic was a temporary solution, but it would never last. Even more than myself, I have seen massive physical improvements for my husband. As long as he continues to work on his back at home and with Mike, my husband is nearly back-problem free. And that is saying a whole lot, since my husband works in retail, which requires him to stand eight hours a day. Amazing. Our family really appreciates Mike's expertise, encouragement and friendship -- although not so much the burpees (just kidding Mike) . In fact, I sometimes bring my daughter along to do some training and she love "Uncle Mike" too. So, if you really want to improve your physical health, and are willing to take the task on seriously, Mike is the man for you. read more

If you are looking for a personal trainer who is committed, honest, and supportive, Mike is the trainer for you. The best part about his program is that it is simple and straightforward! Highlights of his Program: - Reasonable prices per session - Flexible schedule (responds quickly via text) - Provides custom nutrition plan - Designs personalized workout schedule for you in addition to his sessions I first met Mike through my sister who was able to loose 30 lbs in 5 months. *Read her review (Melissa O.)* Everything she says about Mike is 100% true. He is supportive and encouraging but he is also very realistic about what you can accomplish in a given amount of time. What I like most about working with Mike is he is able to motivate me to stay committed to my fitness journey. There have been times throughout the 6 months that I have known him where I wasn't loosing weight and I felt discouraged. Fortunately, Mike gave me some helpful tips that I was able to use to get me back on track. When I finally started to loose weight, he was so happy for me and continues to encourage me to never give up! Like with any training program, you have to be ready to make sacrifices and major changes to your lifestyle (eating, sleeping, and exercise habits). You get what you put in. Mike is definitely not in this for the money, for him it is about helping his clients succeed in their own way by being supportive and understanding of their individual needs. He deserves 5 stars on this review because I am highly recommending him to anyone who is ready to change their life with the help of a trustworthy trainer who wants nothing but the best for you! read more

I found Mike through Groupon and decided to give him a try. I've been with Mike since January and am loving every minute of training with him. I've notice a big difference in being more tone and having a stronger core; things that I really wanted to focus on. He is very encouraging and knowledgeable about how the body works along with providing tips on health and nutrition. We always start our sessions with assessing my energy level and any health questions or concerns. Then its WORK YOUR BUTT OFF time. On days that I really struggle and have no energy, which is 95% of the time LOL, he lets me cuss & swear & roll my eyes at him to give me that extra "oomph" to finish the set. I always enter the gym yucky & lazy & tired, but leave feeling energized and refreshed. When I have trouble reaching a certain goal, like doing push-ups, we go over the problem and he makes great recommendations to fix it. I've gotten to know Mike as a person and he's such a great guy! I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for a personal trainer. Mike has helped me get stronger, eat healthier and improve my balance and core. If you are willing to sweat & feel a little BURN (ok, quite a bit) and improve your physical and mental well-being, then Mike will help you achieve your goals like he's helping me achieve mine. AWESOME TRAINER...AWESOME GUY!!!! read more

I was in desperate need for a personal trainer... And then came across MBF on groupon! I started training with Mike about a month ago in hopes to lose those stubborn 10-15 pounds. Although it's only been a month, he's taught me so much about my diet and strength/resistance training. It was truly an eye-opening experience for me. I always thought I was a "healthy" person...I run a lot and eat fairly "plain" (e.g. veggies, fruits, no red meat, etc.), but I do love my sweets and junk food. Apparently my diet was lacking, in fact pulling me behind... It was scary to learn what I may look like in a couple of years if I continued with my poor diet/only cardio. Since then I've cut out sugar (not totally but consume a lot less) and monitored my meals - portion control, calorie/sugar/protein intake, and meal times. I also started to incorporate more strength/resistance training into my daily workout. I'm still obsessed about running/cardio, but now I run a little less per workout. Mike truly cares about each and every one of his clients. He is honest, fair, and keeps you accountable and motivated - he also makes sure you are doing your homework/workouts on your own. If you are looking for a personal trainer, I would definitely recommend MBF. You can't go wrong, plus the price is reasonable. read more

I started training with Mike two and one-half months ago and have made substantial gains in all of my goals. Mike uses an integrated approach of both working out and eating well and provides valuable information and feedback on both. He always starts a session with asking how you feel so he can tailor your work-out to your needs and to prevent any injuries. He is a stickler for good form and patiently works with you and gives you lots of feedback so you are working out efficiently and not exposing yourself to injury. I am a woman in my 50's and am looking and feeling very strong, toned and healthy. Another big area of improvement is my balance and core strength which Mike emphasizes as being important, especially as we age. Mike's encouragement to eat healthy, unprocessed foods has really changed my eating habits......it's absolutely true that you can't exercise bad nutrition. This holistic approach to fitness is working really well for me and I am grateful to Mike for giving me the tools to stay committed to good health and an active lifestyle! read more

I've been training jiu jitsu with Mike for maybe 18 months or so and recently started to train at his studio. He has the experience of competing at the highest level (IBJJF) and has very good knowledge of competitive jiu jitsu and strategy for point scoring. Mike is very proficient at explaining complicated techniques in a easy to understand manner. He also has the ability to observe your bjj game and suggest things that will flow with your techniques and enhance your game. He regularly has visits to his studio from the biggest names in jiu jitsu..which is evident by all the pictures that line his walls of his facility. The studio is very clean, organized and has its own restroom facilities for his clients. This is important for me because I'm able to train and cleanup before going directly to work! This alone is a huge selling point for me! Convenience!! I will continue to drive from Ewa to Hawaii Kai as often as I can to train with Mike Aloha, Rob read more

マイクさんのトレーニングは、肉体面だけでなく精神的にも鍛えられます！毎回、新しいことにチャレンジして、だんだん、強くなっていくのを感じられるのが嬉しいです！体力もついて、今まで、キツいと思っていたことが軽々できるようになるのは快感です！体幹が強くしっかり鍛えられるので、姿勢も良くなって、疲れにくくなりました。汗をたくさん流すので、デトックスされて、なんと！！お肌もツルツルに!お顔もリフトアップされて、小顔効果があるのも嬉しい変化です。何よりも、爽快感を味わえるのは、最高に気持ち良いリフレッシュで、これは、体験した方だけのお楽しみです。ぜひ、たくさんの方に味わって頂きたいです！！ 山登りと同じで、頑張って登頂しないと見れない景色ってありますよね！？そういう気分を、マイクさんのパーソナルトレーニングで体験できると思います！ 自分の限界にチャレンジして、超えていく楽しさ！また、理想のプロポーションを描いて目標に向かっていく楽しさ！ 30歳を過ぎると、みんな筋力や体力が落ちていってしまうので、一刻も早く始めるに越したことはないと思います！ 早く始めたら、それだけ、結果も早く出るし、人生をもっと楽しめるようになると思います！！ マイクさんの良いところは、カウンセリングをしっかりして、ケガや事故がないように、安全に、目的や目標に向かって調節してくれるところ！そして、食事指導、栄養指導、コーチングをして、モチベーションを保てるようにサポートしてくれるところ！笑いのユーモアもあって、シリアスすぎず、フレンドリーなので、本当にお勧めです！ ハワイカイのプライベートなパーソナルトレーニング、Mint Body Fitnessの初回無料カウンセリングにぜひ、足を運んでみてください。Let's spice up your Life!! ハワイ在住の日本人の方、日本語も大丈夫なので、お気軽にコンタクトしてみてください！He is happy to help you!! 健康でストレスフリーに、楽しい毎日を過ごせますように！ Mahalo. read more

Coach Mike has a very awesome approach to bring about results for his clients in attaining their body fitness goals. Whether it be fitness for self defense, fitness for competition or fitness for staying in shape, Coach Mike covers the whole spectrum in regards to body fitness. Coach Mike's method to help me loose the excessive weight thru his martial art program is FUN to do but also practical and technical. This serves not only my goal of getting fit but I can use what I learn for self defense on the streets or in competition if I choose to enter such events. Coach Mike's explanation in the actual execution of the move is precise and his philosophy behind the purpose and reasoning behind each move can be applied not only for the intended purpose but can be applied to other situations in life. Coach Mike is not only a coach but a sensei. read more

I have been training with Mike 3 days a week for 2 1/2 years now. I am so thankful that he has helped me sustain exercise for more than 6 weeks (my longest record of exercise prior to Mike!). I feel so much healthier and happier. I realize exercise and weightlifting also has an affect on your brain and mental health. After a vacation, I actually look forward to training again to "blow the bad stuff" out of my veins! Mike has always been incredibly patient. "Consistency is the key" is Mike's motto. He helps develop a steady regimen, while also pushing you to be better and build yourself. At my 50 year old checkup, my doctor gave me an A+++ for cholesterol and weight after checking my blood levels. It has been the best checkup I have ever had, thanks to Mike and his continued guidance. Many mahalos for my good health, Mike!! **Priceless** read more

Finding the right personal trainer is tough, but Mike is definitely the best out there. It has only been two months since I have been with him, but I already see awesome results. Not only am I losing weight, but I am also building muscle. Mike makes the workout fun and I am always in pain after (the good kine). He is knowledgeable about each body part and how to reach your fitness goals. He also stresses proper form and technique when working out. He shows you the workout and corrects your form which is very important so you don't have any future injuries or problems. He makes the clients his priority and even texts you workouts and diet tips. I recommend him to anyone and everyone who wants to get in tiptop shape.He is also a jiujitsu champion who can show you some moves or two! He is the best! Thanks Mike for whipping my butt into shape! read more

I had the pleasure of meeting with Mike from Mint Body Fitness for assistance with an assignment I was tasked to complete for my Kinesiology class at UH Manoa. The goal of the assignment was to research a career within the Kinesiology field and I chose to research personal trainers since it is the career I am interested in pursuing. I can not express how much gratitude I have for Mike because he went out of his way to help me and share his bountiful wealth of knowledge and experiences to not only aid in completing my research but to also make me a better person. Meeting with Mike was a such an eye-opening experience that I will never forget. I move forward with the lessons and knowledge he has imparted onto me with the hopes of forging my own success as a personal trainer. read more

Mike exemplifies the true archetype of a physical trainer. He embodies the characteristics that leads to both physical and mental progression. His solution for his clients are catered to their needs and goals. He pushes you to towards the limit and knows exactly how to taper off to minimize down-time while optimizing productivity. He provides physical fitness coaching, nutritional recommendations, and mindset-building that allows me to both a better athlete and person. I highly recommend anyone who is looking to align their mind, body, and spirit to speak to Mike. He will keep you accountable and support you through your transformational journey. Thanks Mike! read more

Best personal trainer as far as I'm concerned, Mike is caring ,extremely knowledgeable and encouraging. I signed up for 10 sessions with goals that included fixing a bad back, strengthening my core to fix bad posture and learning to lift weights properly. It was an awesome journey with some ups and downs but I became better and stronger even a little more accountable. As it turned out I no longer need to go to the chiropractor for chronic back pain, learned some jujitsu( did I mention mike is also a jujitsu instructor!) and picked a up a few pounds of muscle!! I Highly Recommend Mike at Mint Body Fitness if You Want Results!!! Thanks Mike!!! Aloha, Marc F. read more

Aloha I'm the owner and fitness trainer of MINT BODY FITNESS PLEASE look at my 55 hidden reviews on Yelp. I've been an independent personal trainer over 6 years now my experience and knowledge gives me a huge advantage over others because I've successfully helped 100s of people achieve their personal goals! I've trained student athletes, professionals, house wives, students, business people, beginners, and seniors with no worries because I'm always focused on safety first. Please check out my YouTube channel, Instagram, and Facebook for further information. Contact us today to get started on your best body and lifestyle EVER! Aloha, Mike read more

I would like to explain to begin by saying that I was depressed and over weight desperately seek a change. I some how found Mike from a friends referral he was so patient and explained how he would help me so we got started. In a few weeks I felt better and happier. In a few weeks I lost 15 pounds and never felt so strong before. 6 months later I'm a totally new person I can't express how much I appreciate mike for everything he taught me! Now I'm happy and fit can't wait to train again so please give him a call if you're interested in getting your life back on track! I am forever grateful!! Five Stars all read more

To anyone who is ready to challenge themselves and make life altering changes... this is your place to do it. Mike coached me to reach and surpass all goals we set. Any goal you want to achieve, whether body sculpting, weight loss, or functionality, he will get you to it and challenge you to set new goals. Client safety is always first and foremost. I've been training with Mike for just over a year and my strength and flexibility has improved exponentially. My body recovery after working long hours or bodyboarding is amazing. I highly recommend Mike and Mint Body Fitness to change your life. read more