“At age 69, I decided that I was going to pursue my lifelong dream to run the New York City Marathon. I had just retired. The ‘fickle finger of fate’ had thrown Joel “JOEFITNESS” Matalon, Personal Trainer, my way to coach and train me for the event. He educated me on running, weight training, nutrition, flexibility and proper REST. As a team, we overcame some unanticipated obstacles. Everything worked. I finished in 5 hours, 55 minutes and 36 seconds! And I felt elated!! (Still do.) JOEFITNESS made the difference in my fulfilling my vision.”

- Dr. Sidney N

"I have known Joel for over fifteen years and during that time I have come to count on him for his training methodology, nutritional counseling, and his ability to help me break through training-related plateaus. Joel is not only a wonderful resource; in fact, his knowledge of personal training surpasses that of anyone I know – but he is also the most motivating person I’ve ever met. His love for training and working with people is only surpassed by his high-energy and enthusiasm. He makes failure impossible!”

- Nat, Vice President-Banking, Amateur Bodybuilder

“Joel ‘JOEFITNESS’ Matalon’s Flexibility program should be patented. His routine has helped me rid myself of sciatica after the first 2 sessions. This got me ready to compete in my first 1/2 Ironman in Panama City, Florida, and my first Ironman distance triathlon in Lake Placid, NY. Joel is now preparing me for my next Ironman in Korea.

- Gunil, Computer specialist, Entrepreneur

“I’ve been so pleased with the results I am developing with the assistance of Joel! My posture has improved, I’m developing muscles I never saw before and I actually have a beginning “six pack.” I’m thrilled! My wedding is in October and I’m so excited to wear my strapless dress. Thanks Joel for your ongoing support, guidance and never ending push to succeed!”

- Juliette K., Psychotherapist

“It is a pleasure to recommend Joel Matalon to you as a superb trainer and a fine person. I have been with Joel for more than three years. He was recommended to me by my prior trainer from among a dozen or more trainers in my facility. Joel has a wonderful reputation and is clearly regarded as the best, and I have found him to be so. He has mastered the art of fitness training and keyed our work to my particular strengths and weaknesses. He is an exemplary teacher – intelligent, thoughtful, articulate, well organized and resourceful as well as kind and considerate. Thus, when, from an excess of enthusiasm I injured my shoulder (he was not with me at the time), he was able to modify our work during the course of the healing process – which for a 70 year old is much slower than I would like. His keen sense of humor also helped us considerably. All of these factors have led me to recommend him to many friends and I recommend him to you.”

-Dr. Henry W, Psychiatrist

“I really love working out with JOEFITNESS because he always brings something new to the workout. He keeps current with all the new fitness trends and stays on top of new ideas for achieving his clients’ fitness objectives. It’s always fun to see what exercise we each workout. And, I see the results.”

- Stacey

“I truly respect your professionalism and breadth of experience working with women. I felt comfortable with you and at ease. You pushed me just enough. I feel energetic and really at ease in my body. I guess that’d make me a sexy goddess, huh? :) Also my daughter had a fun and meaningful time with her instructor as well; so much so that she didn’t want to leave. Thank you again for providing a space for my daughter and me to take care of ourselves, bond and have and amazing afternoon. You rock!

- Michelle