I have been a regular member at 5+ boxes (gyms) and have dropped in at many more and I can honestly…read moresay that I have never seen another as incredible Daybreak. Mel (the head trainer) has a unique ability to make every class challenging for experienced CrossFitters while still being completely accessible and manageable for TOTAL beginners. It is an unbelievably welcoming environment and has been such a breath of fresh air to find owners who truly care about the wellbeing and happiness of their members. There is a big focus on safety at Daybreak and beginners are always encouraged to work on the basics first. Before every workout begins, the coaches walk through each movement and its scaling options in detail. Then, they talk with athletes individually to find the scaling option that matches his/her personal fitness level. They are so attentive that I really think athletes are more likely to get injured walking to their car than they are inside the walls of Daybreak. As an experienced CrossFitter, I originally thought that the daily movement explanations would become repetitive and boring. However my favorite part about Daybreak is that every class is COMPLETELY different. There may be a new cue or a different order to the movement breakdown and every time I'm left with something new to think about and improve upon. I've been to many other boxes where they do a variation of the same warm-up every day or the same sequence of drills before doing a movement, but neither is the case at Daybreak. There is always a different warm-up, movement explanation, and cool-down, all of which are designed specifically to help athletes prepare for and recover from that day's workout. In the two years I have been doing CrossFit, I had never recommended that my parents give it a shot before I started at Daybreak. But once I found the welcoming environment and coaches who care about their athletes and supervise their safety, I knew this was the place for them to give it a try. Now, both in their 60s, they're two of the most dedicated members at Daybreak! If you're interested in improving your fitness, losing weight, adding muscle, or just in meeting great people - come check out Daybreak! Even if you're currently working out at a different CrossFit, give Daybreak a try. I switched from another local box and the difference is like night and day. I could not recommend them more!

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!!

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.

I was referred to Peter by my chiropractor, and I must admit I dragged my heels for awhile before…read morecalling him. That was really stupid, because I would only be more fit and fabulous now if I had started earlier! What I like about Peter is that he understands the human body -- how people work out with terrible form, how they *should* work out, and basically, how to get them there. Since he used to do massage, he also understands how people get all messed up and sometimes they need some work done before they can start working out. I also like that Peter works in concert with my chiro, Jason Mavor. Jason practices what he preaches, and *he* works out with Peter too. I kind of like that they are the dynamic duo in terms of fixing my wagon ;-) If you're dragging your heels about working out with a trainer, don't. But don't just pick any trainer. Most trainers aren't as obsessed with perfect form as Peter is. I'm not even lifting heavy weights yet, we're still concentrating on perfect form. But I lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks, so we must be doing something right ;-) Run, don't walk, to Vigor Transformations, and get a transformation for yourself.

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!

This gym is such an amazing place. It's such a supportive and motivational gym. There is no…read morejudgement or aggressiveness like other boot camps. It's super challenging but the whole time your being cheered on. I am a fitness addict. I work out everyday, doing everything, from CrossFit, HIIT, running to yoga and this studio was one of the most empowering and challenging. I highly suggest this place! They do free trials too!

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!!

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!

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 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.

Gymnasia is the best gym I've ever been to, hands down. Before becoming a member, I tried various…read moreother fitness fads, and none of them truly worked. I was literally spinning in circles at choreographed spin classes with no results. I tried barre classes where I never felt myself getting stronger or progressing, and while I absolutely loved yoga classes, they weren't helping me achieve my fitness goals. What's different about Gymnasia is that in each class you're working towards achievable, personalized goals- with an injury prevention mindset. Little by little I noticed myself getting stronger and healthier. When I started regularly attending classes, I had a bad bout of plantar fasciitis alongside chronic ankle sprains. Walking, let alone hopping and swinging kettlebells seemed like it would be crippling. The coaches at Gymnasia worked with my physical limitations and modified exercises for me to fully participate without injuring myself. After about 3-4 months of regular attendance, my plantar was all but gone! My feet and ankles are much stronger, and I can walk long distances without worrying about pain the next day. I've also lost a considerable amount of weight which is a nice bonus! Not only are the workouts fantastic, but the community atmosphere is wonderful. I'm not a natural athlete, and team sports were never really my thing. I appreciate that I can work out in a group atmosphere, but go at my own pace- all the while being encouraged on by everyone else in the room. I've now been a member for just under 7 months, and am so thrilled with my experience at this gym! I'm excited to see what I'll be able to achieve year after year.

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.

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!!!