My Home Fitness Plan

I am 82 years ago and I worked with a trainer years ago. I am visiting my daughter for a month and she suggested I see if Matt would have space for me while I was in town. I am astonished to say that even with five sessions, my balance has improved, my knees feel stronger, and I feel invigorated. Thanks Matt. 10 stars!

My goal for working with Matt was increased flexibility and strength. With his support, I'm reaching those goals and exceeding what I expected. Matt understands how the human body works better than any physical therapist I've worked with, and tailors his workouts to your needs and abilities. That's important at 90! He pushes—oh, so gently. Never too much. He's a cheerleader in the best possible sense. With once a week sessions in Lake Oswego, my husband and I are improving our stamina and confidence in living the years in which it's so tempting just to sit around.

I began working out with Matt a year ago. I am 84 years old.I spent most of my life with ample access to out-of-doors in SE Alaska as a whale researcher, living aboard a boat and then later in Canada where I hand-logged year round to heat a large home - I have led a physically-demanding life.As life has it, I went through a series of dramatic changes in the last decade, some internally and some externally - from hernias to worn-out joints. A head-on collision two years ago affected my cervical vertebrae which now compress my spine reducing feeling in my lower body.I acknowledge these changes and with Matt’s help (I see him four times a week) — I am inspired and I am happy. Matt has offered me a new view of my life. Exercise with him has improved my body and my mind. My time with Matt is something I look forward to every day. I feel eternally grateful for what he does for me.

Matt is very personable and easy going. Great attitude and great at meeting your individual needs.

Matt tailored a routine specifically to my age, physical condition and busy schedule. I feel good about my goals and believe that Matt's involvement make them achievable and enjoyable!

Best instruction on body mechanics I’ve received. I feel safe in this environment. I’m not going to come away with aggravating my old injuries or adding any new injuries. The process is slow and deliberate. I’m 70 and starting to feel like I’m in my 50’s again. Thank you Matt!!

I'm a male 74 and I have been training with a very professional trainer Matt for 6 months, because I was weak from a one year of cancer treatment. The gains I made are remarkable, and I look forward to every workout session.

The year before I turned 60 I realized I was staring at my future as I watched my eighty year-old parents age. I can see what breaks down, gives out, causes pain, reduces mobility, frustrates, and makes us feel old. I made a commitment to find someone to help me maximize my body's ability to protect itself. The person I chose was Matt Del Garbino.Matt’s approach to helping you gain strength and balance is methodical, studied, and thoughtful. I told him I had three goals: protect my back, protect my knees, and reduce my slumped posture. I am meeting and exceeding those goals and I feel eternally grateful for this. I feel grateful for having found someone who will take the time to help me build what I want in my life—now and in the future. I asked Matt how long his clients generally stay with him and he said some have been coming for over a decade and I decided . . . I will be one of those too.Matt tracks everything, and the routine is varied. He is beside you, encouraging you, correcting your position and posture, reminding you to focus on the muscles you are asking to work, and suggesting you do 2-3 more than you think you can. I am learning about my mind-body connection. I am learning to trust in my abilities. When I feel weak, Matt says: “look at what you are doing - you have the strength” and this is true.Matt’s knowledge about the body and how it works astounds me. This is not just a guy who likes to work out - though I know that is true too - Matt’s knowledge is on par with the physicians and physical therapists I have seen, only better, because Matt takes the time to work beside you. He is able to combat pain caused by injuries or weak muscles with targeted exercises that produce results within a short time. Where PTs have fallen short in my life, Matt has restored my faith.The variety of exercises makes it fun. After a year and half of working with Matt three times a week, I have a basic sense of what the routine will be, yet every workout is a little different and I love this. I am getting stronger. I feel my power returning and as a woman in particular, this is significant. Thank you Matt.

I have been working with Matt for a little over a year now. Coming out of COVID, my routine, confidence and strength had greatly declined after taking so much time off of working out. I shared my goals with Matt during our first meeting and he continues to develop new programs and personally tailer our sessions to match my outdoor focused lifestyle. I highly recommend meeting with Matt for a free consultation and seeing how My Home Fitness Plan can improve your strength, mobility, and ultimately your life.

Hugely happy with the time I've spent with Matt! I've only ever gone to the gym and done what I've seen other people doing and just trying to get the work out done. It is such a game changer when someone is demonstrating how to do a specific exercise and there counting so all you need to focus on is your set and breathing. Generally I've always just lifted as fast and hard as I can, but Matt showed me a new way of going at a slower steady pace which keeps me more in control. Super happy I got connected with Matt and would recommend seeing him if you're motivated to learn and want professional guidance.Thanks Matt!