Testimonials

I can’t believe the results so far

I want to cry I’m so happy! There is light at the end of the tunnel )

My belly button started to pull back into place after the first week!!! And I’m starting to bend in the proper spot! I can see a waist already! I am so pleased so far and can’t wait until I see Gal on Tuesday to start the lifts – I can tell that I need more at this point.

I know there is still a lot of work but from what I see I may look normal again lol! I’m just kicking myself that I didn’t get in touch with you earlier.

I’m looking forward to seeing Gal this week. She is awesome and I have no doubt that she will make sure I get the best results!

-Stacy

You will probably never know but you made a big difference in my postpatrum state

Hi Samantha,

It’s Nicole De Souza. I know it has been a while since you heard from me. It has been about a year since I first met you and we started our training. Anyway I am back in Jamaica now but I wanted to tell you “Thank You”, so much for not just the training that you gave me but the talks that we had, you will probably never know but you made a big difference in my postpatrum state. You are one of the more honest Mum’s I know and I truly appreciate that. Thanks so much for that and of course helping me to get back into shape.
-Nicole

Personal training and nutritional counselling has helped me lose 23lbs (in 5.5months) and I’m still counting

I was fortunate to find Core Expectations while reading Today’s Parent Magazine. I struggled with my weight loss, body recovery and back pain after my first 2 children. I was so happy to find people this time around (with my third) who truly understood my Diastasis and the frustration that accompanies it. I have always been a very active person and the Diastasis has limited my abilities to perform certain activities.

My trainer, Fahmida, provided me with a challenging workout and guidance on things to do while working out on my own. She regularly bounced my little guy in order to allow me to get a workout in. Both Christine (my nutritionist) and Fahmida convinced me that exercise alone isn’t going to cut it. They made me face my eating routines and food choices, and water intake. (Whenever I question my water intake I think of Fahmida.)

The combination of personal training and nutritional counselling has helped me lose 23lbs (in 5.5months) and I’m still counting. Only 12lbs more to go.
-L. Heath, Toronto

I had a girlfriend over today and she asked whether I had gotten a tummy tuck.

I would strongly recommend the Build a Mom program through Core Expectations to anyone who is committed to restoring their body after having children. The program is well designed for a mom making small changes over time to your eating and adding 30 mins of fitness a day. The program requires hard work and dedication but does deliver incredible results. I lost 15 lbs (10%+ of my body weight), 7% body fat and moved from a size 8/10 to size 0/2. Most importantly, I feel great, I have regained strength in my core and have tons of energy. Many thanks to my trainer Kate and Core Expectations in helping me to get to where I am today!

Oh, I forgot to include the best thing in this note. I had a girlfriend over today and she asked whether I had gotten a tummy tuck. She couldn’t believe the results I was able to achieve with old fashioned diet changes and exercise!
- H. McLean, Toronto

Push me to do the best I can and yet understand that I have a baby

Before having my beautiful baby I used to go to the gym 6 days a week. I enjoyed going to the gym and I was really strong. Once the baby arrived I found it very challenging to go to the gym because I didn’t have enough time. I also couldn’t find the motivation in working out alone at home. So I sought the help of Samantha and Core Expectations to introduce me to a trainer that would motivate me, push me to do the best I can and yet understand that I have a baby. Lisa has been able to accomplish that and more. She adjusts her workouts to my aches and pains and relates to me being a new working mum. But more than anything, she makes the training sessions fun. Thanks Lisa and Sam!
-L. Rousseaux

She was very encouraging

“I highly recommend Samantha Montpetit-Huynh as a fitness trainer for women who are pregnant or just had a baby. She explained and answered my questions in an articulate and a very easy to understand manner. She was very encouraging and showed her passion for the importance of exercise in our lives. Her excitement was contagious and made me enjoy exercising and being active again.”
-Ana Marie Almeida

She effectively manages the mental aspect

“When we began to work together, I truly did not appreciate the importance of working with someone who was specifically certified in pre/postnatal. After our time together I can’t imagine this process with anyone else. Samantha truly understands the mindset of mothers – given that she is one herself. She effectively manages the mental aspect – intimidation, self esteem, managing expectations, juggling career and family; with the physical – focus on core, increased strength and stamina, stress reduction. It her her balancing of these two that I believe makes her successful.”
-Dana Kerr, Senior Vice President, Advertising

kept me more in tune with my body and left me feeling stronger

“Working with a certified personal trainer throughout my pregnancy boosted my energy levels, kept me more in tune with my body and left me feeling stronger. We focused on specific exercises that wre important to my recovery, as Samantha knew that I was scheduled for a cesarian section. The recovery from this delivery was much smoother and much faster than with my first (who was also a c-section). I do believe that the training throughout my pregnancy enabled me to return to my pre pregnancy shape and health more easily.”
-Jennifer Hirshfeld, Executive Recruiter

I’m already accomplishing things that seemed impossible just a few months ago

“I’m still working on reaching my goals and with Sam’s coaching and guidance, I’m already accomplishing things that seemed impossible just a few months ago. I look forward to our sessions each week and most importantly, I feel energized and strong (which helps with chasing two very rambunctious little boys!)”

-Shari Walczak, Strategic Planner

Sam coached me to regain my strength and muscle tone after child birth

“Sam coached me to regain my strength and muscle tone after child birth. After only ten sessions with her, I got my strength back and I fit into my pre-preganacy clothes. She was my cheerleader and support when I needed it the most and I recommend her to women with a small babies at home that want to regain their energy and feel good again.”

Anette Larsson, Vice President, TIFF