I found Fitness Stop 3 months ago because I was dieting and exercising and not seeing results. I…read morewas so frustrated. My body would just not let go of the extra pounds after pregnancy. I was impressed at the initial consulting, during which Robert explained to me that I was eating and exercising wrong!!! I trained with his wife, Atlantris, since then twice a week, who also gave me exercise and nutrition plans for home. She is tough and caring, just like how you want your trainer to be. I lost 13 lbs, went from size 8 to 4, and feel so much better. I am also stronger now and my endurance has improved considerably. Atlantris has also helped me with my diastasis recti and set me up with a ton of take home exercises. She has young children herself and understands special circumstances during post maternity. I recommend Atlantris to any woman that is having a hard time with weight loss, especially after a baby. The location is a no frills type of place. Just a few super skilled trainers and simple equipment to get you sweat a ton and feel your best. Don't be intimidated (like I was) because the sessions are tailored to your skill level. Personal training is a luxury but it is so worthwhile. Even if it is for a short time, you'll learn so much that I highly recommend anybody who wants a real change to try it out.

My fiancé and I started working with Fitness Stop in late May 2020, with both trainers Rob…read moreArmstrong and Rob Wright. We were looking for trainers who could help us get into shape, lose weight and look forward to exercising. Both Robs were very interested in learning about our goals and how they could help us achieve them. In the beginning, I think it's fair to say we were both out of shape. We've now been working out with the Robs for almost three months and are in so much better shape than when we started. I've lost an additional seven pounds from when we started. In addition to working out two times per week, we have been getting "homework" each week to help us stay in shape in between sessions. We have steadily increased the number of miles we run per week and are now at 20 miles per week, something neither of us could have imagined we'd be doing when we started. We now do ab workouts twice and day, regularly stretch and also do other daily exercises, such as 100 pushups or jump squats. During training sessions, Rob Armstrong keeps the conversation flowing and makes the time go by quickly. Rob Wright is a bit more structured in his workouts but is no less fun to be around. Both are encouraging and provide guidance on working out and proper technique. We'd highly recommend working with Fitness Stop if you want to get into better shape and a better exercise routine. We're going to continue working out with the Robs after our first three-month contract term runs out. They're great guys and have helped us achieve our goals!

DO IT! IT IS EXACTLY AS ADVERTISED!…read moreTHEY WILL NOT TRY TO SELL YOU ANYTHING ONCE YOU ARRIVE! No pills, no supplements, no food, no bars, nothing else!! These are people that truly care about what happens to you. They are not marketing anything else but a happier, healthier, you. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ "The Rest Of The Story" I wanted help getting started on weight loss (70-100lbs) & learning how to eat better. I'm all about meat, potatoes, cheese & diary. I can only tolerate about 4 vegetables & 2 fruits. Nonetheless, I want this to be the last time I have to go from obese to normal. It sounds too good to be true so I was skeptical. Having been a civilian employee for the Police Dept for 20+yrs just adds to the skepticism. My world has changed drastically from being a married carefree adult only child to caretaking a few yrs apart for divorced parents who lost their battles with cancer. After losing my mom exactly 3 yrs ago today (Wow. I just realized this. Divine intervention.), I then lost over a dozen other family members, friends, and parents of friends who were so important to me growing up. The last 3 yrs have been rough. It's time to do this for me. :-) I joined the website. There were no new classes to join last fall but I wanted to be notified when a new class began. In the winter I received a kind, friendly & informative call offering to let me join the "maintenance" classes (at a cost, but that's only fair) until a new class opened up. I was urged to join this class because most often when people say they are ready to lose weight, you should really pounce on the momentum THEN (my words). The motivation may dissipate. I agree, it's usually true. But I knew for me, it was different this time & I was determined to wait for a new class. I also questioned why they wanted my money so badly. Why would I join a maintenance class? Who wants to be fat in a room full of normal? What are they selling?? It's not often an only-child-brat admits they're wrong! I was completely wrong. They are not selling pills, supplements, bars, shakes... they are not selling you anything. HONEST TO GOD. I can't tell you how relieved I was to learn this after being there. Hard to believe, they actually just want you to live long, be happy, avoid diabetes, heart problems, etc. And the "maintenance" classes? They vary from people like me who just finished the initial 6 wk class to those who have lost their weight... every phase of the journey is represented. I absolutely COULD have started in those classes as proposed to me initially. (Note to administrators - maybe it shouldn't be called a maintenance class?) There is a primary care doctor who has shown up to 3 of the 6 classes. (Where does he find the time? I have a doctor who has heard about Dr. Taubman & thrilled to know he was leading this.) A psychotherapist leads 3 classes and focuses on what you're gaining not what you're losing, mindfulness & how powerful your brain is in this journey. A dietician leads 3 classes. (If you bring up a study you recently read where "x" food is bad or good for you... 99.9% of the time he has read it too, found out the details/background, who funded the study, and read about the research that came before it & after it!) Sometimes they're there together. And they're all available to you by email/phone. I have now been through the 6-wk beginner's class & have learned so much. I've "only" lost 9lbs but I did it on MY terms. Could I have been more gung-ho & lost 20? Considering my current size, probably. But that's not me. There are no "you HAVE to cut out" this or "this week you HAVE to x, y or z". It's information, tons of information. Sharing. Affirmation. Different approaches. Menus & recipes to try *if you want*. You take what you want from each class & use it as you see fit. Want to be a vegan? Come to the class! Want to stay meat & potatoes like me? Surprise! Do whatever you want. But you CAN make healthier choices and find out that some things actually taste good. Things you hated? Try x this way instead... wow, that wasn't so bad. That's actually do-able! It's do-able. AND it's exactly as advertised. A rare thing in 2016!

I have been trying to loose weight for a few years without much luck. I exercise regularly and…read morethought I was eating healthy. Dr. Taubman ' s classes taught me that I wasn't earing as healthy and now I've lost almost 20 pounds. The staff does a wonderful job with support to help with the weight loss.

As someone who has been a patient of Dr. Wyche's for several years, I can say that she is…read moredefinitely tops in my book! She is thoughtful in her approach and very knowledgeable about her field of study. She helped to guide me towards a much healthier lifestyle which has allowed me to lose nearly 50 pounds and record the lowest blood pressure readings I have had in more than a decade! I have absolutely no reservations in recommending Dr. Wyche to anyone - and while you are there, maybe you should check out her father, Dr. Haywood Wyche to take care of your dental needs too since they are in the same office space! A.D. Thagard

I always read Yelp reviews to aid me in making certain decisions & would like to help another…read moreperson the way others' reviews have helped me. I am extremely thankful that I participated & successfully completed "Challenge Takers" via Metropolitan Wellness Specialists, LLC "MWS!" Considering I'm a petite woman, when I gain weight it's pretty noticeable as there aren't many places for the weight to go. lol. Thus, my focus areas were my stomach, thighs & toning of my arms. However, my desire to lose weight wasn't only about improving my outward appearance, but also about improving my lifestyle. I wanted to eat healthier, work-out more, and be consistent with both. For me, it was always easy to start the fitness portion, but difficult to combine it with healthy eating. After talking with Dr. Wyche about my then diet (especially my regular cravings for red potatoes & rice *yum*), she developed a menu that I could willingly follow and not feel the need to cheat. Seriously, I LOVE food & am not an advocate of the diets that are two steps from asking me to starve myself. The most comforting fact about MWS is that I'm receiving professional advice from a practicing doctor, one that truly cares about my sustainable health & not "quick results." It gave me greater confidence in the meal plans & work-out suggestions. MWS' meal options were practical, still worked within my food budget & the staff provided me great encouragement throughout the challenge. Money is important in any arena. Before MWS, I kept finding that it was costly to eat healthier & the costs would discourage me from finishing the diet. On the striking contrast, Dr. Wyche's meal plans were well within my budget and saved me money in some cases (I hadn't noticed just how much I spent on chips until she and I spoke). Mid-way through the challenge, I increased my emotional health, learned that exercising was an outlet to relieve stress, and noticed visible results. My colleagues even complimented my appearance! When I finished the challenge, I surpassed my weight goals (lost 13+ pounds that consistently remained off), had more energy, was more productive (professionally & personally), felt very accomplished, and most importantly, adopted & still maintain the lifestyle. One year later, and I'm still using MWS' food tips--Dr. Wyche SINCERELY listened & tailored suggestions specifically for my needs. The challenge was beneficial to me in both 2012 & in 2013. I certainly will continue my trend & take another challenge this year as I'm in a different place in my life with new goals. I highly recommend Metropolitan Wellness Specialists, LLC!!

IT WORKS!!! I went in for a consult and decided to have a lipo light and slimming wrap treatment…read more I saw instant results.. in fact I lost 3.5 inches off my waist after ONE treatment. Queen administered my treatment and was fantastic, she was very professional and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend Q Luxury Spa!!!!!

I went for my first laser lipo appointment last night. Metered parking until 6pm and public garage…read moreacross the street-perfect no stress. I've been texting back and forth with Queen. She is extremely responsive and professional. Her spa in silver spring is also a few minutes from the Planet fitness off Wayne Avenue, so I immediately went to workout after my treatment. Checkin and out with Chelsea was superb. She was friendly and listened to everything that made me sad (love handles,stomachs, etc) lol. She put the pads in exactly where I needed them and the heat was warm and relaxing. For 20 minutes I kept thinking about my fat melting lol. The vibration platform is loud but it works. My abs were sore on setting #35. I'll go up next time.

Very pleased with my results. I achieved my goal weight thanks to the program plan that was…read moretailored specifically for me and the great encouragement and support of the staff. I would highly recommend this Center, if you are serious about losing weight and ready to commit to following the program, you will not be disappointed.

After putting on 15 pounds of baby weight and unsuccessfully trying to lose it on my own for…read moreseveral months, I decided to start working with Olga. I already had a pretty healthy diet and am a regular exerciser, but at 40, my usual methods were not working. After working with Olga for 2 weeks, I've already lost 4 pounds. She taught me more about the science of nutrition, reviewed my daily food logs, and pointed out where my well-meaning efforts to eat clean were actually counterproductive. So I've been following her guidance, and it is working! I also appreciate that she is knowledgeable about vegetarianism (I have been a vegetarian for 30 years) and has helped me create an eating plan within my lifestyle preferences. Lastly, Olga not only has wonderful expertise about nutrition, but she helped me with digestion and blood sugar issues too. She has been reliable, responsive, on time, and detail oriented. She even helped me pick out what to eat from some restaurant menus when I was on vacation. She has been great overall and I have learned a lot in a short time.

Hello Olga Afonsky has been my nutritionist for about a year now. I'm learning so much from her…read more She is professional and very knowledgeable about food and body chemistry. She listens and incorporates your personal lifestyle habits and dietary needs. She is creative in helping you establish a nutritional food plan that helps support you reach your health and nutritional goals. I recommend her highly.

Even though I'm early in my journey to nutrition, I'm really glad that Katherine is leading the…read moreway. She came highly recommended from my doctor and from our first (virtual) meeting, her care and warmth showed. She's helping me get results with both health and weight loss by talking through my eating habits with me, where they may be tied to emotions, and how I can move past bad habits. It's really amazing feeling like I have someone in my corner who texts to check in, share food and recipe recommendations, and celebrates progress no matter how small. A few pounds down and quite a few more to go, but feeling good and grateful for Katherine's support and guidance.

Katherine--There isn't a day that goes by without you being in my thoughts. Working with you…read morehelped me to change the course of my health and, hopefully, my life! I have maintained the 50-55 lb. weight loss for the most part (it's been a year since I reached my goal), give or take a few pounds. I feel healthier, both physically and emotionally (how I feel about myself) than I have in a long time, and my doctor recently told me that she is proud of me for being committed to losing weight and being active. I realize that this is a lifetime journey that I will work at for the rest of my life. You helped me to get back to who I was, and I thank you for that. Anyway, I just wanted to thank you for your help, and to tell you that you are in my thoughts on a daily basis. Also, I really like the personal element of your own experiences that you are bringing to your blog. It is brave of you to share your personal experiences, thoughts, fears and doubts, and to demonstrate that with kindness and forgiveness (to oneself), hard work and commitment, they can be overcome--or at least managed. Thanks so much-- Debbie

Last summer I was 250 lbs. Over weight out of shape. I needed to change the way I ate and the way…read moreI thought. Emily took the time to sit down with me and explain the basics of a good diet, things I never knew like going for quality in your meats and vegetables over quantity and lower grade foods. This advice was great - I was feeling better about myself and it led to me trying a whole 30 diet, which i failed to do the whole 30, but it ended up leading to me living a better livestyle. I'm 205 now and feel great, I'm going to orange theory tonight for the first time - I highly recommend Emily Ames!! Also, follow "tohealthwithit" on instagram, her dishes will inspire you!

Called, left voicemail, never received a response. Several business days have elapsed and still…read morehaven't received a response.