Sarah, 36

"I came to DSG and the DarinFit gym having put on all the weight that I had lost with him the first time—and then some! After moving from MA, I traveled back for a visit and told Darin and Andrea how I had gained my weight, and more: I was at my lowest. After the longest hugs and more than a few tears on my end, they made a life changing suggestion—I could still train over Facetime! 

2x a week,I trained with DSG. I got a mat, a set of 10 and 15 lb dumbbells, and a 20lb kettlebell and a 35 lb kettlebell, and that's all I needed! Darin was available for me 24/7. I texted him what I ate and what I did to exercise every day (at the beginning, it was walking, and now? 2 miles jogging each day!) He helped me make good nutrition choices, and he always encouraged me when I was down. He even sent me extra WODs!

Just before our 2 year anniversary together, I hit my first MAJOR goal—100 lbs down! I went from a size 28 to a size 14! He always tells me he'll bring 49%, and I just have to bring the other 51%, and it makes me feel like I'm not alone. He’s not just the best trainer in the world; he’s the best support system and friend EVER.

Liz, 44

"I moved to MA in 2009 after a job loss. I was overweight, depressed and broke. In 2010 my then boyfriend asked me to marry him & I said yes! After marriage comes baby and baby weight, on top of an already overweight body. We bought a house in the next town over, so I had a new commute to my new job in Ashland.  I now drove past a townhouse that had a sign outside with a little saying that changed weekly and a phone number at the bottom. The best decision I ever made was calling that number. I’ve been working out with Darin for almost 4 years; during which I have lost 65 pounds, but more than that, I have gained confidence, muscle and an amazing friend. 

I started out training with Darin 1x a week and now most weeks I train 3x, with my current goals being building muscle and continue losing body fat. My goals change as my body composition changesm and Darin has been a great resource for my mind as well as my physical strength as my coach. Whether I need nutrition advice (I eat a low-carb Paleo(ish) diet) or need a mindset shift by talking about not being a victim of circumstances I have created, to conversations about white fiber muscles and working on muscle strength & growth, Darin has been with me every step of the way. Through my training with Darin, I have come to absolutely love power lifting, with deadlifting being my favorite!! I can DL 245lbs x 3…it blows my mind that not that long ago, I was on a 6 month bedrest, pregnant with my son with muscle atrophy. The gratitude I have for Darin is immeasurable, and it is my intent to continue to train with Darin for many years to come!" 

Steven, 44

This is a journey that started 5 years ago (June 2013). My best friend wanted me and another guy to hike Mount Washington for his bachelor party. The physical shape I was in made it a miserable trek for me. After that weekend in 2013, I became determined to get into better shape and health.  Darin has become a mentor in my life and always encouraged me to commit to and obtain my goals. In these 5 years, I have lost significant weight, quit smoking, and just this month, I hiked Mount Washington again.

What a difference!  I enjoyed the hike and am looking forward to doing it again next year!

Thank you Darin for helping me reach my goals.

The photo shows the before (June 22, 2013) and after (June 23, 2018)