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ATHLETE - OF-THE WEEK
Chatham
Judith Shub
1. How long have you been with Top Form?
I regularly passed Top Form in Chatham and thought, “I don’t belong there.” I’m too old. Too fat. Not coordinated. Don’t know how.
I joined Top Form in March of 2020 . I have NEVER been referred to as an “athlete” in my life. I was in the process of losing 65 pounds and planned to join a gym to improve my balance, strength, bone density and overall health. I expected to “walk on a treadmill twice a week” and maybe stretch. I didn’t know a “hamstring” from a “quadricep”. I expected to HATE it! Within a truly short time, I realized how wrong I was! I am learning so much. The rewards have been continuous. I find myself doing things I never imagined and enjoying every moment. My muscle to fat ratio continues to increase. I am amazed to see my muscle definition improve week by week as well.
2. Biggest improvement in your health?
Despite being post-menopausal and (now) slimmer, my bone density is normal and my overall physical strength, balance and flexibility have improved dramatically. I experience a sense of emotional wellness and new-found self-confidence.
3. What would you say to someone to inspire them to come here?
I tell people Top Form is NOT what I anticipated. Four words: Safety, fun, support and friendship. I have met wonderful people. The trainers are like family. They care. They are knowledgeable. Each member has a customized set of exercises. The trainers monitor our progress and modify our programs to meet our needs and help us attain our goals. Walk on a treadmill? My goals now involve weightlifting, balance, and keeping an impressive set of defined abs! The members look after one another - we encourage rather than compete. Knowing nothing about what to do or how to do it, I appreciate the encouragement and support. Because of the customization, I have felt more confident that I can do things I never imagined and do them safely.
4. What is most important to you at Top Form?
“It’s a family.” It is not impersonal or one size fits all. My progress has been visible and measurable. My ‘before” and “now” are dramatic. I have not had a morning when I do not want to go to Top Form, or do not enjoy myself when I am there, or feel achy when I leave.
5. How does the Top Form training help you in your daily life outside of Top Form?
My family now expects me to do all the heavy lifting! I cannot thank the Top Form team enough for all each and every one has done for me.
About Our Performance/Personal Training
At Topform, our approach is what makes us the best value in Personalized-Performance Training. We have proudly continued that philosophy since 2000. We asked ourselves what is vitally important to our clients, and we arrived at a method that is efficient and effective. It doesn’t matter if you have never worked out before or have amazing athletic goals, at Topform we will help you get where you want to go.
It all starts with first appointment:
Always Complimentary
Welcome. view facility meet trainers
Help us get to know you with vital health history/goals and more
Full Biometric Health Assessment: measuring: Oxygen, BP,HR, Body Fat%, Muscle Mass, Metabolism and more
Fit Test
Orthopedic Assessment: full evaluation of any orthopedic concerns helps us guide your program to needs and possible treatments
Sports Medicine
Did you know Top Form employs Licensed Athletic Trainers to work in its Performance Centers as Performance/Rehabilitaion Specialists. License AT's have a wealth of knowledge and understanding of our bodies and human movement. AT's Bring our game to the next level!!
At over 30 local Schools Districts as professional Trainers for school athletes/coaches.
At Ginsbergs Foods in Hudson as Industrial Athletic Trainers offering local businesses prevention and rehabilitation services.
What we offer
At Topform we’ve designed a number of medical-prevention based exercises for people at all levels. If you want to go far, we’ll get you there. Or if you just want to lose weight and keep active, we have the level for you. Pick and choose the times that you like, when it best fits your schedule, make an appointment just like at your Doctor. We'll take care of your health and training from there!
Medical based training
Programs are designed by our Licensed Athletic Trainers and Master Trainers to help you prevent, over come injury and back to Life/Work!
We have full Athletic Training Treatment Rooms at each facility, with a wide range of rehabilitative medical treatments for your needs.
Performance training
TopForm is the leader in Performance Training for young to Pro Levels. With over 30years experience training all levels of Sports; performance training is our passion. This type of training is quite different when training the young. Levels need to be achieved in various domains and tests before moving up...otherwise injury and stagnation may occur. We are the SATs of the Performance World. By using over 15 different Strength, Speed and power Tests we can keep track of your daughter and Son's Progression.
Adult training
Join us for Weight Lifting and exercise your way to a healthy body and mind. Weight Lifting techniques build a strong body from which one can transition into more advanced stages, including a diversity of exercises and modifications to suit a range of difficulties, from beginner to advanced. Treat yourself today — you deserve it!
Your time and education are important to us! Top Form Inc. offers continuing education in condensed, intensive study sessions with experienced and motivating instructors who use the most updated teaching strategies available in order to optimise your learning experience!
