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An American actress, known  in the Fox drama, "Empire"

Author of “I Am Enough”

Grace Bayer


Giselle’s expertise and years of training shows effortlessly through her sessions. She doesn’t allow a single minute go to waste and is personable, passionate and knowledgeable about the body in a way that I’ve rarely encountered. And as much as I dislike working out, Giselle always finds a way to make our workouts, dare I say: FUN. Working with her is one decision you won’t regret.

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 Vice President of Human Resources at Air Lease Corporation 

Courtney Mckeown

In 2014 I was at a low point in my life, physically and emotionally. I was at my highest weight and had just recovered from a severe medical issue. I knew the only way out of the darkness was to change my lifestyle, and that is when I met Giselle. Six years later and over 50 lbs lighter, I can honestly say that she has transformed my life. 
She embodies all of the qualities any great trainer should have. She is dedicated, reliable, knowledgable, balanced, and motivating. She reshapes your mentality with her approach to wellness and fitness. She continues to educate herself on fitness and nutrition trends, continually expanding her knowledge base. She is continuously motivating me to be better without ever being judgmental or discouraging. Every goal she sets before me, whether physical or mental, is something I can attain and maintain. 
She’s invested in her clients completely, giving it all she has. I’m grateful to have her has my trainer and, more importantly, my friend.

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Chief operating officer of one of the nation’s top independent financial advisor 

 Jeannine Vanian

I have been working out with Giselle for 7 years now.  She has transformed me from someone that has tried for years to have an exercise regimen unsuccessfully to someone that now works out at least twice a week religiously.  What I love and appreciate most about Giselle:

 

1. Holistic approach to health.  She focuses on your physical health as well as your nutrition and general health.

2. She always has a positive attitude and she is encouraging. 

3. She has a way about her that makes you not want to disappoint her.

4. Giselle brings the best out in you.

5. She is very goal oriented, which has helped me focus on my exercises and diet.

6. Giselle goes above and beyond the efforts and techniques of other trainers.

7. Unlike many gym-based trainers, Giselle does not use cookie-cutter routines; instead, the exercise she has me do are tailored for my needs.  Further, she changes the routines regularly to keep me interested and motivated, and to work other muscle groups.

 

Giselle helped me recover from back surgery by educating me and guiding me in strengthening my core.  Also, she set guidelines to help me lose weight and to change my habits to lead a healthier life.

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Founder of COO Marketing Consulting company 

Doug Kanner

From Doug Kanner, a 64 year old client
I was so fortunate to have been introduced to Giselle at the beginning of 2017.
She is a delightful and very communicative person.
We quickly hit it off and began an entirely new training regimine.
While I have been a 7 day a week gym person, the new routines she created for me have been life changing.
I don't have aches and pains, I don't see a chiropractor any more.
The stretching aspect of my daily routines take a long time, but are worth every minute.
Giselle's knowledge and attention to detail  is what makes her special, a head above all others.
At the end of the day, I work out to feel good.
I have never felt better.
She has been the miastro for my body/mind exercise experience. 
I am so thankful for Giselle to be in my life.

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DC & Author of “Magic and Goliath on Rodeo Drive: Tail wags and shopping bags”

Sarah Keller Houck

I have been training with Giselle for over three years and give her tremendous credit for my transformation. She has helped me lose weight while gaining long lean muscle. Giselle is committed to my best body, and I have been able to achieve all of my goals while training with her. I am stronger and more energetic that ever before and I love the way my body looks and functions.

I always look forward to training with Giselle. She is encouraging, kind and positive. 
Giselle is dependable and always prepared, she makes working out enjoyable. She is very knowledgeable about the body and has been very considerate and thoughtful about the way we work around an old shoulder injury. I cannot say enough good things about her and her methods!

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25 years in financial computer systems

Co-Founder of Operetta Foundation, a private research library

Nan Miller

I am an active senior and have worked with Giselle 3 times a week for several years. For me, a productive relationship with a personal trainer requires trust, expertise, and of course results. Giselle is extremely professional and creates a varied program of exercises every session in addition to sharing relevant health information. Attentive to my random physical issues, she modifies my program as necessary, always keeping it fun, fresh, and challenging. Most important, she is laser-focused and watches me like a hawk (she takes the person in “personal” to heart): “Hinge over and stick your butt out more.”  “Adjust your feet, your left knee is turning out.” “Nope, that rep doesn’t count – do another.”  “Thank you.” She is always encouraging me to be my best physical self while I am all sweaty and disheveled.And, when I’m my normal klutzy self (like falling during this bucket list zip-line outing in the Vienna Woods), I’m super grateful to Giselle for guiding me through countless balance and strength building routines.

In short, it’s been said the best gifts come in small packages and Giselle is that best gift.

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FBI Agent(Retired 23 year veteran of the FBI)

Anne Beagan

Training with Giselle changed my life! 

She has a truly deep understanding of fitness and nutrition and introduced me to strength training in new and innovative ways. As a career FBI Agent I thought I knew what being in shape was, now that I've trained with Gisselle I have a new appreciation and understanding of what fitness, being in shape and looking good really are.

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Psychothrapist 

Sylvia Hakim

Giselle Giselle 

What can I tell about my beautiful inside and out Giselle . It’s been a blessing to have worked with you, talked to you like a friend , confident sister and trainer that I can trust more than myself. You have a heart of gold. You are very compassionate and truly love what you do. Your clients are are very lucky to have you in their lives. You touch people not on the muscle level but on the head and soul level that’s why worth the all the hard work we want to stay with you and abused by you ,Love you !

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Dentist DDS

Neda Zarabian

I was lucky to have met Giselle 7 yeas ago a year after giving birth to two boys in a matter of two years.  I was 50 lbs overweight, depressed, and lacked the energy and motivation to exercise.   To this day, I believe Giselle was an angel that entered my life at the right time.   She started at my level and slowly strengthened and challenged me.   Being a busy new mom with little to no sleep, she would call me prior to our sessions and motivate me to come to the gym.   Each exercise was specifically planned and tailored to me.  Unlike other trainers in the past, she would take advantage of every minute without wasting any time in side conversations or unnecessary breaks.  Now when I attend group classes, I’m always the strongest and most enduring student due to the fundamental skills she has instilled in me.  She monitored my percentage body fat and taught me that the number of the scale doesn’t explain everything.   She strived to balance the right and left side of my body by analyzing the muscle mass with the tools she had.  I’m a different person today because of her.  She taught me things about nutrition and health one will never find in books.  I’m the person I am now because of her.  I will always be grateful to her and will never forget her!!

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Co-Founder  & CFO of Looking Beyond

Nadia Mateen

In the 6 years that I have known Giselle, she has completely reshaped my body and my self image. I met Giselle through a dear friend, and right from the start,  she understood me.  She taught me better eating habits and combined with her personal training I got into the best shape. She has a very kind demeanor and is a pleasure to train with. I feel so blessed to have her as a trainer and as a friend. 

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Dentist DDS

Alexandra Stahle

Giselle is amazing!! She’s been my trainer for the past two years. I have lost over 25 lbs, built muscle, and feel energetic and healthy. Giselle is extremely knowledgeable and loves what she does. She combines training for your body, mind and soul. She’s not happy until you get results, she is engaging and her workouts are grueling and fun!

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