I trained with Anik for three years, first at FITNESS SF Castro and later at a private training center nearby. When we started, I had almost no consistent lifting experience. Most of my fitness background was running and cycling. Anik helped me build real foundational strength and completely transformed how I approach fitness.
Our InBody scans show my skeletal muscle mass increasing from 62.8 pounds when we started to 71.2 pounds on my final recorded scan during our time together, with a peak of 74.5 pounds. That is an 8.4-pound gain, and nearly 12 pounds at my strongest.
Anik taught me how to train across different rep ranges for strength and hypertrophy, developed a practical nutrition plan, and incorporated cardio, HIIT, mobility, and stretching. He is always learning and refining his methods. He knows how to meet beginners where they are and make the process approachable.
What truly sets Anik apart is how deeply he invests in people. He accommodated every version of my schedule, from 7am sessions before work to afternoons when my job changed. He supported me through injuries and setbacks, answered questions outside our sessions, and consistently treated me as a person. He genuinely cares about his clients' lives and goals.
For anyone who wants accountability, encouragement, and a trainer who genuinely cares whether they succeed, I cannot recommend Anik highly enough. He gave me the strength, knowledge, and confidence to continue training independently, and I truly could not have made this transformation without him. Transformation Gym is the natural next step for someone who has always cared deeply about providing clients with the right programming, equipment, and support. Train with Anik!! read more
