Home Bodies has a list of happy clients
with phenomenal bodies
and tons of energy...
who else would like to join them?

These people from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut weren't sure they needed a personal trainer either...but now they are so glad they made to commitment to hiring one! Some of these successful clients achieved the results seeing a trainer three times per week, while others saw a trainer just once every six weeks.

With Home Bodies and Gina Paulhus, you have nothing to lose (but fat!) by trying us! We offer a money-back guarantee on all our services at Home Bodies in-home fitness training. See what some of your neighbors have to say about Gina Paulhus and Home Bodies!

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Christine Rivers, Boxford, Massachusetts.
Vice President, Human Resources, Hayes Group
Home Bodies personal training client since May 2004.

Kelly Page, Newburyport, MA.
Newburyport Mothers Club Board member,
Home Bodies client since April 2004


"I have known Kate now for over 20 years and she plays a very special part in my life. She is a Friend, a Sister-In-Law, and my Health Coach. I have been an athlete my entire life but focused too heavily on weight lifting. I was missing the big picture for many years until Kate finally opened my eyes to health and overall wellness as opposed to just strength training. Strength training bulked me up and made me stiff and inflexible. I gained weight and was sore all the time. Not the results I was looking for. Kate helped me define what it was I was looking for in a health program and knowing my life and complex commitments she put together a program that was custom fit for me and my schedule.

Due to Kate’s love, support, and commitment I have finally made the progress over the past couple of years that I had been craving for the past ten. I was 5’10” and allowed myself to reach a hefty 235 plus pounds. I was unhealthy and my blood pressure and cholesterol let me know it. My blood pressure was 140 plus over 90 on a regular basis and my cholesterol was close to 260. Today I am down to 210 pounds on the way to my goal of 200. My blood pressure is 120/80 and my cholesterol is 200. I am now healthier, happier, and able to put 100% into all that I do now. It is truly unique to find individuals that know their passion and pursue it with excellence, but Kate has done that. Kate also goes above and beyond. Not only has she guided and educated myself she has trained and helped my wife, my children, and my mother. Kate’s love is infinite and unique. To add her to your life would be priceless and the rewards would be improved Health and Happiness.

Thank you Kate for all that you do!"

Joe Husson


"I like training with Gina because it isn’t intimidating and I can do it at home if I need to AND I see results: I've lost over 20 pounds, and I have better muscle tone and more energy. I know exercise is so good for me, both physically and mentally. Gina is just the right mixture of toughness and sympathy, and she has chosen great routines for me. She’s nice, too! I started training with Gina before she had a full schedule with clients, and now I'm bummed that Gina is available less and less...

Susie Reaney, Rye, N.H.
Home Bodies personal training client since February 2004.


Jeanine Strafford, client of Gina Paulhus and Amy Cieslik, sent us this postcard over Christmas break 2008:

"You are indelibly linked to 'weights', 'fitness', and 'nutrition' in my mind, and since these are so central in my life, that means I think about you a lot! And I am perennially grateful that I came across your website and am able to benefit from your expertise and experience.

Working with Amy has been great (she's incredibly knowledgeable and supportive), and my body and fitness level continue to change for the better. I have been able to keep my motivation up and feel better and better physically all the time. So thank you for that priceless gift!"

Jeanine Strafford, Cambridge MA
Graduate Student, Harvard University.
Lost 15+ lbs. and completed the Boston Marathon with Home Bodies.

"I started working with Gina because I wanted to lose some weight but especially to tone my body. I didn’t expect to get a face-lift too! I had scheduled an appointment with a plastic surgeon just as I started training with Gina. When I returned three months later, he said I no longer had enough "extra skin" to be a candidate for the fact lift! I guess it was the working out and the fat loss. I saved $1000 bucks and got what I wanted just from the exercise. I was blown away. People are actually accusing me of having surgery! It’s hilarious. I recommend using a personal trainer to get yourself in shape and looking younger again. Now I have my daughter train with Gina in between her sports seasons, because I don't want her to suffer being overweight like I did when I was younger."

UPDATE on Francine:

"I’ve been training with Gina for just over 2 years now. In this time I have lost around 40 pounds. I got down to 128 pounds and can wear a size 6.

I never thought I would be able to lift a 20 lb. dumbbell or jog for more than five minutes...but with Gina's guidance, I can do all of those things and more. My confidence is through the roof, and everyone is noticing.

Being a single mom I work a lot and don't have much free time. I only exercise about two hours per week, but because it is supervised by a trainer, I get better results than most of my friends who go to the gym almost every day. I love being able to meet with my trainer at home or at the gym, depending on my schedule.

I’ve noticed a huge improvement in the leanness and tone of my arms, legs, and stomach. People at work and my friends cannot stop commenting on my body transformation—they ask what I have been doing to get into such great shape. I tell them it’s all due to my trainer!"

Francine Vozzella, Saugus, MA.
Home Bodies client since August 2003.
RN at Mass Eye and Ear, Boston.
Lost 35 lbs. with Home Bodies.


"This past spring I found myself fed up with being tired, not having energy, and the way I looked. I had been thinking about hiring a personal trainer because I believe in having coaches, and have coaches for all other areas of my life. A piece of direct mail from Gina showed up at my doorstep right around that time. I called her right away. Gina’s flexibility has been a godsend. Also, her true genuine care for her clients is impressive. She takes the time to assess what we want. I’ve had other trainers who try to impose their goals onto me. That’s not what I want out of a personal trainer. Her drive and ambition are motivating. It’s inspiring to be around.

I’ve seen steady fat loss and muscle gain since I began training in March. T-shirts that I couldn't even pull on before look great now. More importantly, though, I’m glad that I look forward to working out now. I guess I’m over that "beginner’s hump" when workouts seem like such a drag. I can’t wait to drop some more weight and have even more energy, although I already feel so much better just in these past few months of consistent workouts."

Brian Moses, Merrimack, NH.
Realtor with Caldwell Banker and Owner of the Brian Moses Homeselling System:
www.brianmoses.com" Lost 30 lbs. of fat in 8 months.

“You could say I am a fitness info-mercial junkie,” says Steve. I have spent a ton of money of gym equipment-- at least $10,000. Although we do use some of that equipment, the majority of our work is done with just a fitness ball and a set of weights. I get the impression that Rhonda could plan my entire workout with just the ball and the weights if she had to!

I have gone from 227 lbs. and a size 38 to 186 pounds and a size 32! I have my sights set on 170 eventually. I was gutsy enough to give my 'fat clothes away to charity...There’s no turning back now!

I spent most of my adult years being overweight, quiet and withdrawn. Now, people stop to ask me what I iam doing that leaves me looking this good. Now I hand out fitness advice!


I have become so much more productive in general in my life. I used to regularly put in 10-15 hours of unpaid overtime, but now he finds that, with extra focus and energy, I is able to finish what he needs to do during the 40-hour workweek. Now I use Sundays to cook up a storm, preparing meals for the entire week so that I can bring them into work. Sure, it takes discipline, but my entire life has changed. I feel amazing! I will never go back to the way I used to live…nor would Rhonda let me!

Steve Greenfield,Townsend, MA.
Steve has been a Home Bodies client working with Rhonda Grigas since December 2005.
Is now into a size 32 pant with Home Bodies.

"Gina really ‘got it," says Marla. 'She knew what she was talking about and motivated me even when health problems got in the way with my workouts. She worked around them and supported me! Gina is much, much better than I expected out of a trainer...She Rocks!" Now my biggest problem is having to buy a whole new wardrobe, because none of my old clothes fit!

Gina has taught me balance. I don’t want to feel guilty about food—if I crave a cookie, I want to have a cookie! I have tried various diets including the 'Eat Right For Your [Blood] Type' diet. None of them worked—I needed the 'Gina Factor!'

I love that Gina switches things up, which means I never gets bored with working out. We always have a good time. Gina is personable and really knows what she is doing. I see results—BIG TIME results! I also like Gina as a person!

Gina is personable and really knows what she is doing—I see results—BIG TIME Results! I now get ‘catcalls’ at the mall…THIS IS PRICELESS!”

Marla Martorilli, Waltham, Massachusetts.
Owner, Holiday Inn SELECT--Woburn-Boston.
Home Bodies personal training client since June 2005.
Lost 20 pounds in just three months on the Home Bodies program. Lost 14.5 inches from her waist, hip, chest, and thigh measurements combined, and went down 4 dress sizes.


“I have tried all types of exercise and diet programs in the past—and there are plenty to chose from! The programs that worked were strictly short-term like Atkins, where I lost a lot of weight but put it right back on as soon as I went off it, and they seemed unhealthy. I tried exercising on my own, but had too many stops and starts to see any real results. I finally decided I needed a professional and some accountability after falling so far out of shape over the years. We hire professionals such as lawyers, accountants and financial consultants, but seem to neglect the most important thing, our health. I thought, ‘why not higher a professional for health and fitness as well?’ I started working with Gina eight months ago.

Magdalena, Portsmouth, NH.
Home Bodies client since June 2003,
Lost 7 inches around each thigh in 1 month


Jessica Titcomb
Dover, NH
Home Bodies client since November 2007


"When I began working with Dawn Boulay, I was under weight, the product of bad eating habits, and had no physical endurance. I could hardly ride my bicycle (which Dawn encouraged me to invest in) up a moderate incline without huffing and puffing. I was using inappropriate weights and using them ineffectively, with what I now realize, was bad form (no wonder my elbows hurt!) To make matters worse my blood pressure was very high.

In terms of my own experience, I stopped skipping breakfast, began eating more balanced meals, worked out harder and more consistently. My blood pressure plummeted 45 points, I gained 12 pounds, and within a few months was able to complete challenging cardio work outs, and now zip all over town on my bike, including hills! I feel better, and my friends tell me I look better!!

Because of Dawn’s experience and expertise in personal training as well as a degree in the Culinary Arts, with her focus on healthy eating, my quality of life has improved dramatically. I can vouch for Dawn in that she is skilled in developing a multi-faceted and highly personal approach to restoring one’s physical health."

Rob Allen, Boston


"I have been working with Kathryn Payne for the past few months on exercises to help tone my body. Because I have a painful back condition, Kathryn has modified a number of standard exercises that enabled me to successfully reach my objective of a slimmer, more youthful appearance. She has also advised me about nutrition. Particularly helpful to me was her suggestion that a serving of chicken should be no greater than a deck of cards!

I have lost approximately 20 pounds since I have been working with Kathryn. She is very upbeat and encouraging. I highly recommend Kathryn as your personal trainer and consultant."

M.J. Garvey
Worcester, MA


"I saw Gina's Newsletters at my chiropractor's office (Dr. Bob Videyko) last spring and they impressed me. I call Gina in April wanting an exercise program designed for me that I could do at home. I also wanted to know why my metabolism seemed to have slowed in the past couple of years and what I could do about it--I didn't want to just accept this weight gain.

I learned three different workouts that I can follow on my own, and I also learned some changes I can make to my diet to lead to weight loss. Even though I have a membership at Gold's Gym, I still do my weight training at home for convenience, so I can fit my exercise in around my long weekend shifts at work in Boston and my eight year-old daughter." Nurse at Mass General Hospital.

Judy Ambler, West Newbury, Massachusetts.
Lost 6 inches in her measurements and 7 pounds her first month following Gina's programs.


"I absolutely love the home program I am following! I like the variety of types of exercise we do at our appointments. It varies according to the weather, how my body feels, and what I am in the mood for, but it’s always a good workout. I enjoy being with Gina, and I like the convenience of being at home. It’s great not having to learn the names of the exercises. I like having a 'boss' tell me, 'do this, do that.' I feel very comfortable that Gina is a true fitness professional who really knows what she is doing, and knows the best routines for me to follow.

So far, by training with Gina three times per week, I have noticed improved shoulder and arm strength in the area that was injured in the car accident. My thigh muscle I had injured feels better too. My breathing is better, my clothes fit better, and I have lost several inches off all my measurements. Now, I am happy to exercise, not grumpy about it! Looking to my future with Home Bodies, I hope to lose some more weight and continue to improve my strength and stamina. I also hope to remain healthy enough to stay off Cholesterol medication."

Janet Butera, Weston MA.
Mike Butera Landscaping.
Home Bodies client since August 2005.


"I just wanted to write and let you know how much I appreciate your dedication and patience in helping me feel good about myself again. My husband can’t stop commenting about the bounce in my step that he hasn’t seen in years. I feel great and thank you again! I had never been able to do this before. Having a personal trainer definitely gives you an edge, no question about it."

Kelly Carter, Stratham, NH.
Stewardess, Southwest Airlines.
Has lost 5+ pounds per month for 13 months straight!

"I was having a hard time doing all the daily tasks I need to do as I am elderly and live alone. Gina has helped gain strength so I can do as much as possible on my own. I look better and feel stronger and more healthy. I am recommending Gina, my personal trainer, to my friends who are in the same boat."

Irene Richardson, Massachusetts.
Went from lifting 3 lb. weights to 20 lb. weights in 5 months!

"My body is completely changing, and people at work are noticing. Gina showed me the best exercises to do and how often to do them, and the best part is I only work out twice a week. She’s also been great at keeping me on track with my diet and working around my injuries. I needed someone to hold me accountable to my workout "appointments" and Gina was able to come up with a number of ways for me to do this. She never fails to come up with a solution no matter what I present her with!"

Julia Peterson, Massachusetts.
Went from 130 lbs. to 118 lbs. and 28% bodyfat to 20% bodyfat in three months.

"I had pretty much given up ever having the tight, toned legs I have always desired. Gina showed me how to build lean muscle and peel off the fat, and now I wear anything I want and know I look fabulous! My biggest problem now is to stay away from the malls, because everything looks so good compared to before."

Sarah Roberts, NH.
Went from size 12 to size 6 in six months.


"Don't let her youth fool you: Gina is thorough in her probing questions, attentive listening and professionalism. She has been in the health and fitness industry for 9 years. Gina has provided me with a personalized system of training and diet to match my goals, needs and wants. She designed a circuit-training workout for me with cardio and resistance training, as well as some stretching exercises. She is an excellent motivator and she has catered her services to the reality of my lifestyle. Not only have I lost over 5 pounds just a week into the program, but I also feel my body toning up and I am more energetic. Sticking to a healthy diet is much easier with Gina and her program acting as a motivator. I highly refer Gina Paolino of Home Bodies as a phenomenal personal trainer."

Ann Marie Salmon,
Realtor, ReMax on the River, Newburyport, Massachusetts.
www.salmonteam.com
"Jump-Start Your Fitness" Home Bodies client,
Lost 5 pounds her first week.

"I enjoy exercising and I'm well aware of its benefits. But I lack the discipline to do it on my own, as well as the knowledge to do it properly to maximize results. Home Bodies really fits my needs: It's motivating and convenient, and I'm already noticing results! Since starting workouts with Gina, I have more energy and fewer "aches and pains." I also notice my body beginning to firm up. I look forward to my sessions with Gina: She not only shows you how to do an exercise but also explains what the benefits are and how to get the most out of your efforts. She is highly motivating and very encouraging. I really like the small group setting because it makes exercise more fun without sacrificing the individual attention to my goals and my progress."

Loretta Meleedy, Amesbury, Massachusetts.
Home Bodies group training client since August 2004.
Lost 1-2 inches from the hips, chest, and waist from a few group weight training sessions a week.


"Gina is super-knowledgeable, versatile, extremely dedicated and overall fun to work with--in short, a true fitness coach who is committed to making sure you get results. Gina makes the process of getting in shape (or in better shape) enjoyable, doable and attainable. With her help, I was able to lose 14 inches and 14 lbs. in just 12 weeks--and stay committed to my fitness goals."

"I started working with Gina just 23 days ago, and I'm already showing visible results! I contacted Gina after reading a number of her Newsletters and seeing the 'Early Bird Special' offer for January. I am hoping to establish a new way of life with a better diet and an effective exercise routine that I can perform either at the gym or at home."

Karen Casazza,
Amesbury MA.


"I, being a former high school athlete, thought that I would not need a trainer or that I could do it on my own and still get results. I was wrong and not only did Angela show me how I can better myself but she taught me new techniques and workouts as well and because of that I lost 30lbs in a short amount of time. She also taught me how to better myself outside of the gym with eating better. Our short time together I felt so much better about myself and I learned so much. I also gained a pretty cool friend.

Angela's training methods are very effective; in her style of training she finds the level you're at before putting you in a program. Angela is a very down to earth kind of trainer. She can push you without being a real intimidating person. I would recommend her to anyone, whether it's for losing weight or getting back into shape or just wanting to feel healthier, she is the trainer I would mention to anyone of any age."

Jeremy B.


"How do you get from the couch to hiking, running a 5k, and playing soccer??? You find someone who is a trainer that thrives on sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for exercise! I had one short conversation with Angela that consisted of me explaining the situation I was in and what I wanted to obtain. Her response sold me. She simply said to me 'give me two weeks!' To my surprise within those two weeks I was doing things I never thought I would ever be able.

Let me give you a brief background. I was an athlete throughout high school that struggled with weight issues. No matter how hard I would train I could never get into shape or keep my weight under control. After high school my weight continued to climb. As time went on my knees began to give me trouble. I have had 8 knee surgeries over the course of 14 years. Though the knee pain and weight never really kept me down, it was always a struggle to be a part of the things I loved and things I long to try. In February of 2007 I had reached my all time high weight of 346 lbs. I had reached a desperate point in my life. That was when I had decided to have the gastric bypass surgery. I had the surgery October 31, 2007, since then I have lost 160lbs. The challenge for me now is to maintain that weight loss. I happen to be searching for someone to educate and challenge me to continue with making healthy choices. Fortunately for me, Angela happened to cross paths with me.

Since I have been working with Angela my life is continually changing for the better. She listens to my desires and enthusiastically challenges me to go after them. She is well aware of my physical issues and works with me to modify the exercises if needed. She has given me to the tools to succeed; it is up to me to make things happen."

Kelly C.


"January 2004 my father bought me a membership at the YMCA. I scheduled an appointment with Gina to have a fitness program designed for me. I felt like I needed someone to push me and make sure I stay on track, so I began to meet with Gina once per week.

The first thing I noticed was that I had much more energy when I was working out. I also liked to note my progress from week to week. What felt hard at the beginning is nothing to me now.

I know to stay healthy I need to lose weight and continue exercising, and between Gina's book "Mind Over Fatter" and her continued guidance I know I'll reach my goals. I might even become a trainer one day, so I can help other people find fitness the way Gina has helped me!"

Chris Ferreira, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
client since January 2004.



"I have never been a 'gym person,' but I decided I needed help losing those last 10 or 15 lbs. I noticed that it seems harder to lose weight as you get older.

I've noticed that I have better body tone, improved strength, improved aerobic capacity, and more confidence in general. I love the fact that my trainer is accessible--we maintain frequent contact through e-mail, and Bill meets with me weekly. He sets me up with a weekly workout schedule and he continually increases the challenge, something that would be much harder to do without a trainer pushing and encouraging me.

Bill gives me a weekly plan with a travel workout if I can’t get to a gym or have access to weights. My travel workouts have bodyweight exercises I can perform right in my hotel room if necessary.

Through Bill, I have learned how to exercise properly, why I am doing particular exercises at certain times, and the nutritional aspects of training. I have also made use of the 'Home Bodies textbook' Mind Over Fatter. I continue to strive to make improvements in spite of frequent business travel and stress at work.

I never would have realized she was capable of this back when we started!"

Kim Alger, Hingham MA
Home Bodies client since August of 2006.


"This is a message for anyone out there who thinks they might need a personal trainer--That was the first thought I had when I talked with Gina about training. I was not sure what it would involve, and I thought maybe 2 or 3 sessions would be what I needed. Well, that was many months ago, and I continue to see Gina as often as my schedule allows, and I usually walk away feeling like I have accomplished a great deal, and I am never bored. Gina is a great resource for anyone who wants to improve their physical health, no matter what their current level of activity is."

Susan Anderson, Kittery Pointe, ME.
R.N. at Mass General Hospital,
Lost 15 pounds in two months and has increased her strength 140%.


"I'm not interested in going to the gym at this phase in my life, working full-time. I’d rather do a resistance-training program at home and my cardio by walking outside or by using my treadmill at home. When I wasn't working, the gym was good for me (I was actually an instructor for awhile), but not now.

I like the fact that Gina tailors a program to fit my needs, and that it allows me to work out and meet with a trainer on my schedule: I meet Gina at 5am at times, and that works great for me! I also practice yoga, and I have noticed greater strength during yoga since starting the resistance-training program Gina designed for me. I follow a 2-4x/week full-body resistance-training program that I can perform right in my living room. I started with just a set of dumbbells and a floor mat, but have since purchased a fitness ball, ankle weights, and a flat bench so that I can perform a greater variety of exercises.

Besides the increased strength, I have also noticed that my breath is stronger and my muscle tone has improved. I've lost some weight, too: 10 pounds of bodyfat over 5 months’ time. My primary goals are to continue to increase my bone mass without having to rely on drugs, and also to continue to develop strong, tight muscles.

Diane Pendergast, Amesbury, Massachusetts.
High School Math Teacher,
Home Bodies client since May 2004.

UPDATE on Diane:

"Tom (Diane's husband who also is a Home Bodies client) and I wanted to thank you. We have been working out 4 days a week since the fall to prepare for a hiking trip. We went to Peru and did day hikes for 6 days. A woman a little older than me but active also went. She said that I looked like a gazelle. My legs and back were strong. We never had any aches or pains or tired muscles. We were in perfect shape for the activities we did, lots of slopes, terraces and stairs. Our wind was good, even though we were in a very high altitude. We were proud of us. So, thank you for the appropriate exercises. They worked."


"I just wanted to write and let you know how much I appreciate your dedication and patience in helping me feel good about myself again. My husband can’t stop commenting about the bounce in my step that he hasn’t seen in years. I feel great and thank you again! I had never been able to do this before."

Kelly Carter, Georgetown MA.
Lost over 60 pounds in 8 months.
Homemaker,
client since February 2004.

"I love working out with Gina because she keeps the workouts interesting and challenging, and provides me with all the latest diet and supplement info. I started training with her just to get some new ideas, but I’m going to stay with her because I get so much out of it."

Bill Devincenzo, Newburyport, MA.
Home Bodies client since April 2004,
Lost 20 pounds in four months and has increased his biceps measurement 2 inches.

"Gina's "Stick to your Diet for a Dollar a Day" program has been really helpful to me--The feedback from Gina is prompt, thorough, and invaluable. It has helped me realize which food groups I'm not having enough and which I am having a bit too much of. Also, Gina's given me some tips to find healthier foods that she enjoys: my favorite tip has been to put peanut butter in my oatmeal! Who would have thought a healthy choice could taste so good! Writing everything down that I eat makes such a big difference--Having a personal trainer for my nutrition has helped me just as much as having a personal trainer for my exercise! It keeps me honest and it makes me realize that I really don't need to eat all the food I was eating before I really paid attention."

Donna Winner, Hampton, NH.
Retired special education teacher,
Home Bodies client since July 2004.
Works out six days per week and hasn't missed a workout in six months!


"My wife Kim and I are very happy with Christine Mackie, and feel that she is teaching and pushing us right along. I like that she introduces new exercises and new ways for us to train every week. I feel that our program has been tailored to fit what we want from it. It's great that my wife and I are able to train together and share the cost.

After starting with Christine, I am slowly building up some muscle mass. This has been difficult for me, as I have a wiry frame, and adding muscle has always been a challenge. Thank you Christine!"

Jeff and Kim Haynes, Norwood MA.
Home Bodies clients since April 2008.

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