Gabi introduced me to a different way that I could approach my fitness. I didn’t have to go hard with an “all or nothing” approach; Gabi taught me to adopt a mindset of “always something” with subtle forms of movement. [She] taught me to slow down and listen to my body. I now move my body on a daily basis with the mantra of “always something”. Gabi has given me a multitude of exercises that I can choose from depending on what my body feels like that day. I have experienced great results with what seems like very little effort.
Thank you Gabi for teaching me to slow down, ease up and listen to my body….and thanks for reminding me to have fun too!
You treated me as a whole person, not just a body. So many personal trainers only see you as a body
Working with Gabi has been one of the most physically healing experiences when it comes to building a healthy relationship with myself. After years of a disordered relationship with working out she has shown me the way to reconnect with my body’s needs and listen to my own signals so that I am able to work with my body in a safe manner and honour not only its physical needs but emotional too (i.e knowing when to slow it down, or rest!).
I have been training with Gabi twice a week for almost 2 years. I have worked with many personal trainers in the past, however, this is my first time working with a “Trauma Informed” personal trainer. I had taken a few years break between working with a trainer due to my inability to stay consistent and motivated with a trainer and the stress it would put on my body and mindset. With Gabi’s compassionate approach, she has helped create a safe space for me to heal and grow. She has helped me reconnect with my body and develop a positive relationship with exercise. I am grateful for her expertise and dedication to my well-being.
These sessions have been therapeutic for me. I feel more regulated, relaxed, and better about life.
I am so grateful to Gabi for her care and attention throughout the 6 months of working together. By working with Gabi, I gained a new perspective on what my body needed in order to feel safe and strong. Gabi is a great teacher and helped to break down each movement as well as share her insights as to why my muscles were moving in a certain way. Gabi also listened to my lifestyle and exercise needs and catered movements that made sense for my level of fitness and daily activities. I especially loved the video clips and the written summary of our sessions. These reference materials made it easier to do the exercises in-between sessions and keep up with my goals. Gabi made me feel safe, strong and grateful for how my body moves to support me.
I’ve never felt self-conscious saying a few things about my CPTSD journey with you because I know you understand it, it’s really great to have another source of support.
I feel more connected to my body, less pain in general, I’ve lived with chronic pain since my teens. I’ve learned throughout our sessions that a workout doesn’t have to hurt to make it count. I don’t have to be sore for days. I’ve become more connected to my body, less pain in general, since I’ve lived with chronic pain since my teens
I’m feeling more capable in my body, more aware, I’m able to feel emotions through my body.
I feel more connected to my body, less pain in general, I’ve lived with chronic pain since my teens.
First time in my life I want to live in the present. I’m not in panicky mode. The foot stretch you gave me is super helpful - I’ll do it for the rest of my life.
