The trusted name for personalised fitness, rehab training and dietary change in Nelson, Richmond, Mutueka, previously Auckland, New Zealand and overseas.

Discover the difference that personal fitness and rehab training plus quality diet can make in your life. Over the years I have developed an outstanding reputation for providing personalised fitness training for a range of clients in different countries. Feel free to have a look at some testimonials from my valued clients:

 

Yet another great testimonial from a very happy client.

"I have never been keen on exercise, it always made me feel tired and sore. After turning 50 and with constant back/neck problems I knew I had to do something. I chose Armin because he was highly qualified and more importantly had experience in rehab work. The last thing I wanted was to be injured exercising. I was a bit apprehensive about going with a male PT but it worked out fantastically.

 

What I particularly liked about Armin is that he tailored a program specifically for my back/neck problems, he explained everything we were doing and patiently answered all my questions. I could really feel my body getting stronger and stronger and all with no pain.

Our sessions were fun and I was really pleased with the results. Armin really cares about his client’s health and well-being. It was comforting to know that even outside our training sessions he was available to help. I’d recommend Armin to anybody."
-LW, Howick, February 2016

 

 

Next great testimonial.... !

"Armin has coached me over the last few years, and I must say it is the first time in 48 years that I am starting to enjoy fitness. I can finally see some results, albeit limited in arm muscle size , the weight loss and overall muscle gain has been consistent! A great guy, now a good friend as well!"

- Bart B, Auckland 6 July 2015

 

Great PT testimonial from long-term client

"Armin was training me for over seven years kept me motivated with different and challenging workouts. Being a nurse he paid careful attention to maintaining a strong back and core which has kept me injury free. I also damaged my shoulder after coming off my bike and his rehabilitation skills have ensured I have maintained complete range of motion and strength. I considered my weekly sessions essential for my general fitness regime and well being. His knowledge and expertise ensured I was getting the most bang for my buck and is worth every penny."

- Robyn M, Howick December 2019

 

 

"Armin was great. His knowledge and techniques helped me get more power from my legs on the bike without strain or injury. I would recommend his services for real performance improvements."

- Bill K, Christchurch 2011

 

 

"Armin is a coach, who really listened to the goals I was trying to accomplish. He took my goals and created a fitness program that is not only effective, but also fun... I heard  later on during my journey, and thanks to the absolute competence and clarity with which Armin answered my curiosity and questions, I easily reached my goal! I consider Armin to be not only a resounding PT but I consider him a dear friend."

- Sonia O., Auckland March 2013

        

 

"When I started back at the gym after a long break, I thought I'd get a Personal Trainer so that I could get the best out of my workouts. My weekly sessions with Armin have really been beneficial. I started to see good changes after a few weeks and feel better overall. I really look forward to the sessions and to see what Armin has in store for me each week. Armin is easy to talk to which makes the sessions enjoyable and he really pushes you to go further than you think you can."

- Eli A, Auckland December 2012

 

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"I hadn't been to the gym in months and had lost motivation because of a lack of real results, but starting with Armin turned that around. His sessions are fun and interesting and he pushes you to get maximum gains, using different techniques and equipment. Armin really knows his stuff. He gives full explanations of all the exercises and what they achieve, plus gives sensible dietary and nutritional advice. By far the best personal trainer I've had - I'm looking forward to continuing with him."

- Jay O, Auckland December 2011

 

 

Unicity Matcha - Energy Drink

"I'm really loving Unicity's Matcha green tea sachets. They give me a great pre-workout boost, taste great and don't have any of those nasty artificial colourings or sugars like the mainstream sports drinks - and I like that it's green too."

- Gerard T, Auckland March 2015

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Unicity Complete - Protein Shake

"I've been using the Unicity Complete meal replacement shake twice a day and find it excellent. The ingredients are perfect for weight loss and energy, both of which I've found - no problem going right through the day with this product. I've used it off and on for 4 months and have lost 9kg." -

-John R, Christchurch March 2015

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Rehabilitation statement after surgical ACL reconstruction

"I had been a client of Armin's for a number of years and without doubt felt that he provided the most professional and knowledgeable service of any trainer that I had used before.

However it was when I finally succumbed to the need for an ACL reconstruction that Armin really came into his own, and his background in orthopaedic rehabilitation proved a major factor in a  successful preparation and rehabilitation.

Armin worked with me in the weeks prior to the operation to build up muscle strength, and came around to my house two days after the operation so that the rehabilitation process could begin. Despite the surgeons recommendation to seek physiotherapy, I always felt confident in Armin's care, with that confidence growing as his approach and techniques were constantly modified according to the knees response.

My first visit back to the surgeon post op was met with astonishment by him at how fast my recovery was progressing, commenting that it was the fastest recovery rate he had seen on one of his reconstructions. He insisted on receiving some of Armin's cards to provide to his future patients. 

I could not be happier with not only that recovery, but the ongoing training regime under Armin. His quiet understated approach to training are a welcome change to the screaming sergeant major type, which, as one of the "over 50 years of age" which Armin specialises on, is much appreciated."

- Mark T, Auckland 17 June 2015

 

 

"I have been receiving physical rehabilitation services from Armin, following major ankle reconstruction. The impact of this therapy has far exceeded that of anything achieved through standard physiotherapy services. Working with Armin has ensured that I have rapidly regained use of my foot and leg, and has resolved debilitating lower back problems that had arisen from related gait issues. Armin’s approach considers the way the body works as a whole. He is very knowledgeable and personable, and has extensive experience in post-surgical rehabilitation. I highly recommend his services."
- Karen M., Grey Lynn January 2015

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"Maintaining a good level of energy and flexibility in my late 60’s has been the reason for my regular exercise regime with Armin. I like the fact that I don’t have to rely on machines to achieve this as Armin has devised exercises which I can also do between sessions at home. However, the benefit I have been gaining from his health programme is greater than I anticipated. Identifying the weakness of my upper back and the effect it has on my posture, Armin also designed exercises which address my specific needs. As a result, my posture has improved for which I am most grateful. Armin takes a holistic approach to a person’s wellbeing and has the expertise to achieve the best possible results for your general health."

- EW, Howick, 17 May 2015

 

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"Armin is without a doubt the best trainer I've ever had. His knowledge of the body is amazing and that helps ensure that you are getting the workout you want and need. Even when I didn't want to workout, I forced myself to go because I felt better afterwards and I even had a good time given Armin's personality and his desire to see me succeed. Not only is he a great trainer, I consider him a great friend after 3 years of working together. He truly cares about seeing his clients succeed in reaching their goals."

- Chris A, International Executive, Cayman Islands May 2014

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"Reading an article regarding Armin’s rehabilitation work in a Herald supplement about new New Zealander’s lifestyle here in godzone, and was especially impressed and interested to discover his experience with Olympic Ice figure skaters back in his homeland of Germany.

At the time my son Mitch (then 16) was an International Roller skater to Oceania level for Youth Mens’ Freeskating and had just competed in the 2012 World Championship for Junior Men’s Solo Dance. Mitch was putting in a good effort with his 3x weekly training sessions on the rink. This ‘rink’ fitness was however not enough as injury was starting to creep in in the form of muscle strains, serious enough to take him off skates and to the physio. To skate to this level and be ‘injury free’ attention needed to be paid to strength work.

With Armin’s understanding of the unique demands figure skaters put on the bodies, especially in those encountered in jumping and spinning, he was able to work with Mitch and target those essential strength areas.

Always a strong jumper, the strength gained has enabled Mitch to carry out his skating coach’s instruction and perform technically better , more reliable and harder double jumps on skate and making it now reasonable for him to begin looking at triples (still off skate).

Spinning has I think seen the most improvement with core exercises seeming to keep the injuries at bay, these were typically a danger area before. Skate coach instructions were again more easily carried out and I would often hear Armin repeating the same positional type guide lines about head and back positions that I would hear the skate coach say – being on the same page has been of great benefit.

Due to the demands of trying (and succeeding) to remain on the dance team for the World Championship Free Skating has taken something of a back seat, until the last six months that is, when again Mitch has followed his passion of this more strenuous style of skating. A successful 2014 Nationals saw Mitch perform his best short and long programmes on the marking schedule to date and putting his name back on a National Free Skating title. As a result of this Mitch will now nominate for a place on the 2015 Oceania Team with the event being held on Gold Coast in April.

The precessional effect of the focussed strength work outs didn’t go a miss to keep on the Junior dance team either and will see Mitch compete in his 3rd World Championship, with the 2014 event being held in Reus, Spain. At his first worlds in Auckland Mitch achieved a 7th placing, and his second worlds in Taiwan a 6th placing. Naturally Mitch is hoping for a smaller number this year!

Armin has given Mitch a full tool box of exercises that he can work on with the necessity for a lot of expensive equipment, all that is needed is motivation and commitment.

It is likely that Mitch will need to get an Armin ‘top up’ to ensure he is on the straight and narrow for 2015 competition year as he looks to re-intensify his Free Skating efforts."

- Sally S, Howick July 2014