Trainer Walter

Best personal trainer! I’ve been training with Walter since September and already seeing great progress. Let me tell you though, the beginning stages of this journey was not easy! What keeps me going and continuing to train is the positive motivation, encouragement, and support that Walter provides. It’s clear that personal training is his passion and he cares about his clients. He listens to what your goals are and customizes the workouts towards reaching them. I like how he switches up the workouts to challenge your body, he ensures that your posture and movements are correct, he’s honest and gives realistic advise, he even takes the time to email helpful health tips/​articles to keep me on this positive path. The best thing is even though the workouts are tough, Walter makes each training session fun and I always feel great after! Definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a personal trainer.

You won’t find a better trainer out there. He is extremely knowledgeable on muscle functions, nutrition, and how the body works. He is extremely passionate about what he does, and custom tailors fitness programs to the client. I injured my shoulder and shoulder blade, and Walter was quick to identify the problem and put me on the right path to correct it. He is also one of the most down to earth people and a really great guy! You won’t regret training with Walter, there really isn’t a better trainer on the market.

Where do I begin with all the good training from Wally?! He is AMAZING and like another Unilocalers said, «If he knew just how good of a trainer he is, he’d triple his fee.“I have known Wally since his days at Equinox Fitness and a handful of smaller gyms in Pasadena. I’m located in Pasadena, but if I weren’t I would travel just to train with Wally. He is just that good.
Wally even goes above and beyond just training, he cares about your diet. You can add him on MFP, and he will comment on your calories and help you hit your goal. Wally is not for the faint of heart if you’re not dedicated to hitting your goals and just want to say you have a trainer Wally is NOT for you. He has a waiting list of people trying to train with him so do us all a favor and go find a trainer who doesn’t want to help you.
When I hired Wally my diet was terrible I weighed 190lbs and had 24% body fat. I could not run a mile, do more than one push-​up and pull-​ups, not a chance. After three months, I not only was able to run a mile, do many push ups and unassisted pull-​ups. Well one year later, Wally has me down to 12% body fat, and I care about what I put into my body.

Let me start off with the fact that the first day I worked out with Wally I fainted, couldn’t do one push-​up and needed to look good for my wedding in 60 days. Unrealistic, I know! Well, on my wedding day I did 10 push-​ups and fit the dress like a glove. I attribute my new love for working out to this guy right here. I went from working out 1 day a week (on a good week) to doing spin, sweat house, p90x, running and core training, I can almost see my abs and it’s been 5 months. Training is never cheap but it’s worth every penny!

Here is the thing about Walter. If he knew just how good of a trainer he is, he’d probably triple his fee. …uhhh, shoot. I hope he doesn’t read his Unilocal reviews.
Anyway, my wife and I have been working out with Wally for about 6 months with the goal of getting into the best shape of our lives. He’s gotten us get there. He’s very knowledgeable about the body, muscle groups, and areas to target with proper form. He provides custom workouts tailored to achieve our results. He gives you access to all the finest equipment. And .he’s just an all around good guy.
I wouldn’t train with anybody else. You probably shouldn’t either.

Walter, Wally, or W (as I like to call him) is my favorite. I’ve had my fair share of personal trainers in the past and he has proven to be the best out of all of them.
I have been training with W since March and not only have I seen great results, but my overall attitude towards working out has changed. I look forward to my training sessions with him. He has a genuine passion for personal training and really cares about his clients. I also appreciate that he is very respectful and professional. He has never once doubted my abilities and encourages me to push myself farther than I ever thought possible. I couldn’t imagine training with anyone else and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great personal trainer! :)

Walter is by far the best personal trainer in Pasadena! He understands the anatomy of the body and customizes each workout for the make of each body type with his unique workout sets. I highly recommend Walter!!! Best trainer ever!!!

I hate exercise… But Wally makes it fun! He’s the best personal trainer that I’ve worked with — easy and comfortable to talk to, professional, accommodating to my schedule, super nice, and knowledgeable about fitness, nutrition, losing weight and most importantly building muscle. Before I started training with Wally I did some yoga, hiking and running. But working out with Wally has made me noticeably stronger, which makes my other activities more enjoyable and frequent! My weight used to fluctuate from inconsistent diet and exercise, but since starting with Wally I’ve lost weight, toned up and most importantly kept it off. I look forward to seeing more changes and continuing to improve my health and fitness. I highly recommend Wally especially if you’re looking for a permanent lifestyle change!

It’s LA, and in the valley of the shallow, it’s hard to find a personal trainer that you respect and trust. But, after meeting Walter you will not have to look any further! Alas, you have found your trainer!
I have been training with Walter for almost a year now and our sessions are seriously the highlight of my weekend! He makes every workout fun and challenging and never lets you get complacent. Once you’ve «mastered» one skill, he quickly moves you onto something else. Walter is also very motivating (and not in the way where he yells boot camp commands at you because I can’t take that — we’re all adults here). I truly value Walter’s core philosophy behind health and fitness and respect him very much as a trainer.
Furthermore, I started training with Walter after being sidelined due to a back injury for almost two years. I felt weak and my back constantly was in pain. After a couple of sessions with Walter my pain slowly subsided (and has eventually disappeared). And not to mention, my confidence is back! I feel physically and mentally stronger (the endorphins here must be talking).
If you need further convincing, the studio that Walter trains at is also awesome. It is very intimate, aesthetically pleasing and parking is easy. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else!
In short, Walter is the best of the best. He is not only fun, but very professional and accommodating. I highly recommend Walter as your trainer. You will see physical and mental changes that are seriously priceless.

For years, I was extremely hesitant deciding if I should work with a personal physical trainer but eventually realized there was much I need to learn and equipment I’m not sure I was using properly. I also believe lots of people are intimidated by trainers — one worries if they’re going to get one of those crazy Army Sgt Crossfit freaks who yell at you at the top of their lungs. Not the case with Walter. If he had, I would’ve walked immediately out the door. PEACE! I’d thrown out my lower back on various occasions and realized it was time to seek the assistance from a knowledgeable expert. Another thing I desperately needed was someone to push me and guide me to my true physical capabilities. Many of us sign up for gym memberships but only work out on equipment we feel comfortable with or assume a certain amount of time is «enough» when in actuality we’re getting it all wrong. I was extremely fortunate to run across an Amazon Local Ad for a great price for 8 workout sessions. These 8 sessions changed me forever. Walter has taught/​shown me how to properly use various equipment and what stances I should be in to avoid injury, he’s emailed me valuable nutritional facts — all extremely important info. I lost the 10lbs I wanted to lose, gained muscle and strengthened my lower back. I’m still amazed I didn’t throw my back out once. There’s so much we don’t know and Walter has proven that to me. I’m very grateful for finding him and look forward to learning more in my future sessions with him. He’s very personable and makes you feel comfortable. You need not feel insecure if you’re currently overweight/​out of shape, his goal is to help you learn. Expect honesty and be willing to do the work and stick to nutritional tips and you’re on your way to a healthier you. Thanks again Walter — you rock!

Walter is a really great trainer! He knows his stuff and works your butt off! I look forward to working out with Walter every time. He’s really dedicated and accessible which is a really good quality in a trainer. He’s awesome!

Where do I begin! Wally is unbelievably knowledgeable about every muscle in the body, proper eating habits for training, reasons for fatigue, lack of muscle growth etc! He’s passionate about what he does & he does it well. He’s very personable, charming & makes you feel comfortable to talk to & workout with. Gave me a routine that fits my time & pace. I have been working out w/​Wally for 2yrs. I love the fact I can call him & ask him anything regarding physical fitness & he responds right away. I highly recommend him. I’ve lost 15pounds of fat & gained muscle. My shape has never looked better. I’ve been able to keep them off for over a year, look & feel younger & more beautiful than ever, thanks to Wally!

Great trainer! I checked out a couple of trainers before him and they were over-​priced, over-​demanding, and basically all about themselves and what they have accomplished. If you want to get fit and have an awesome motivator, I would highly recommend Walter. He is patient and always mixes up the regimen. He truly cares about your health!

Walter is THE most personable and sincere trainer that I have ever met and worked with! He creates work outs that are best for you and helps set realistic goals that are attainable in an appropriate time span. He makes working out super fun by emphasizing the importance of interval training, so you do not do the same exercises everyday, and he is super easy to talk to. I used to feel slightly awkward working out with a personal trainer but Walter made me feel very comfortable. In addition to his dedication to helping others, he is very flexible when it comes to scheduling appointments and is never late– he is very reliable. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TRAINER WALTER!

I have trained with Walter for 6 months. He is way better than my last trainer from 24 Hour Fitness. The routines he gives me are very function oriented and I am definitely getting much better results with them. They are significantly more challenging but since I have a better trainer it’s not too much to accomplish.

Not the best. Been to better trainers

I’ve been training with Wally for about 2 years now. He customized training routines based on your needs and he switches it up from time to time. He’s probably the most caring/​dedicated trainer I’ve worked with. He’s always there to answer any of your questions and always finds time to fit your schedule.
I’ve went from 18% body fat to now close to 12%. And lost about 12 pounds.
I can see a huge difference in muscle definition and especially how my jeans fit now thanks to those squats and TRX. Wally’s fu**ing amazing. Do ittttttttt

I absolutely love training with Walter!!! He is truly the BEST PERSONAL TRAINER!!! I’m the type of person that have always gone to the gym off and on however I have never had a trainer. When I decided to get a trainer a lot of people told me «you don’t need a trainer». I did not listen to them and I’m soooo glad that I did not, I have never felt stronger or better. Walter has shown me how to properly do exercises that I thought I had been doing correctly. He also encourages you, takes his time and makes you feel very comfortable. He’s very knowledgable and enjoys sharing his knowledge. Whenever I have a question I am always able to reach him through text or email. I really look forward to working out with him and really enjoy myself. I am SUPER excited that I’m already seeing results. If you’re looking for a solid all around trainer… Walter is your guy hands down

I’ve been working with Walter for over 6 weeks now and I started noticing results at 3 weeks! I am very happy with my workout routine that he customized for me. Not only does he train well but educates me with healthy diets/​meals. He is very flexible especially since I have a full time and part time job. I enjoy every work out. I always look forward to my workout and will continue with Walter for as long as I can because he is the best! Thank you Walter for your motivation and overall support!

Walter is everything you want in a personal trainer. He knows what he’s talking about, is very attentive, and his friendly demeanor makes him extremely approachable. He is very knowledgeable about everything that encompasses living a healthy lifestyle and will help you get on the right track toward leading one; he even created a meal plan (complete with grocery list) for me to follow! When working out, not only does he pay close attention to my form and makes on-​the-​spot corrections, but he will explain why and how the wrong moves lead to future injury. I would recommend Walter to any person looking to reach serious fitness at any level.