and approached this experience with a fair amount of trepidation. I didn’t know what to expect, but I know what I didn’t want: a macho guy all into muscle and nothing else. Working with Sam far exceeded my expectations. Sam welcomed my approach to my body as an exploration and challenge of my perceived limitations, and a celebration of my emotions and spiritual well-being. Sam welcomed my questions, incorporated my requests into the routines, and provided consistent unwavering support.

I was impressed with his dedication and commitment to helping me be my best at each moment, and his willingness to listen to my insecurities and challenges, as well as what I felt were great strides in progress. I was quite impressed with his ability to stay focused, present and completely attuned to me (my favorite topic) at each of our sessions. The experience for me was a continual unfolding of new awareness and lessons about what barriers I construct for myself and how to overcome these obstacles with Sam’s feedback and help.

I have a new appreciation for my body, for myself and for what I am capable of. I am surprised how conscious I am of the choices I am making on a daily basis concerning my health on every level. Where I used to automatically reach for the candy bar or remote control, I now make a protein shake or take a walk (ok, truth: if not, I at least think about it). Sam, you’re the bomb (and pretty macho too)!

“Sam’s regimen gave me a great and viable template to follow and carry into the rest of the week. A great help!”

Despues de 6 años de estar en casa cuidando a mis hijos y a punto de cumplir los 40 (horror!), necesitaba un buen empujon para perder las 20 libras que poco a poco fui acumulando (189lb – 25% grasa). Con tu gran apoyo, rutinas duras y entalladas a mis necesidades, alcance mi meta de 169 libras en 6 meses. Tres meses mas tarde, he seguido las rutinas por mi cuenta y he mantenido mi peso. Ahora estoy en forma, con 32 de cintura, buena salud y mucha energia. Sam, me has inspirado a seguir en forma, mantener buena salud y volver a ser esa persona activa que antes era. No solo por mi, sino tambien por mis hijos. Gracias!  ~Eufe de la Torre, Therapist & Stay-at-Home Dad

Sam gets clear on your goals and creates a workable plan that you can actually follow.   He’ll also follow up via email and text throughout the week to help you stay on track.  The workouts are intense, but he alternates a fun/casual approach between the burning reps to make it all bearable.  Also his zig-zag meal plans are legendary in Hollywood for fast weight loss and fat-burning.   Sam’s a great guy, a great friend, great at what he does, and committed to you having the body of your dreams.   I couldn’t ask for more in a trainer. ~Paul Horne, TV Writer/Producer, The ELLEN Show

…trying a few for the last 12 years. Then I found the trainer everybody dreams to have: Sam Page. In a city (Los Angeles) where every trainer trains their clients the way they train themselves, (incapable of adapting their training to the physical chalenges of their clients) Sam is definitely a rare catch. He designs the perfect program for you based on not only your physical evaluation and lifestyle, but also the mood you’re in when you start your session with him. He’s always ready to change the workout with an incredible repertoire of creative exercises to fit the needs of your mind, body and spirit.

“In a city where every trainer feels like they need to be your ‘friend,’ (or starts off very professional but after three sessions have ‘crossed the line’) Sam will always respect your emotional boundaries, always listen to your needs. He’s discreet and respectful — quiet when he feels you need space, and a very good communicator when you need motivation.

“Working out with him is something I always look forward to. I have fun during my sessions and I’ve learned very valuable information about the body and weight training. His knowledge on how the body functions always impresses me.  Reading all the articles he writes every week on his website has helped me to stay in touch with all the latest in fitness, diets, and has improved my sessions.  You’ll be incredibly surprised on how fast you can acheive the results you’ve always dreamed. I’ve been working out just four months with him and I’m already in the best shape I’ve ever been!

“I don’t think any trainer in Los Angeles gives as much to his clients as Sam does—he’s a true inspiration and a joy to be around.  Sam’s just the best: a beautiful man with a huge heart that loves his work and dedicates 100% of himself to you.”

Carlos Rosario, Film & TV Costume Designer

Yes, I weighed 235 lbs.  Not something that I would be proud of but it was the truth.  As of the time of this review, I weigh-in at 195 lbs after 3 months of intensive training with Sam.  Yes, it took a lot of work!  Yes, it took a lot of dedication.  It also takes a talented and motivational trainer like Sam to get me in shape.  Encouragement, guidance, and devotion are the top 3 words that come to mind when it comes to Sam’s methods of motivating his clients.  Anyone can get a trainer at the local gym.  Here are some questions to consider.  Does the trainer at your local gym work with your schedule?  Does the trainer just sit there and watch you do the exercise(s) without correcting your form?  Does the trainer keep an accurate account of your achievements?  Most likely the answer would be yes to some form for the local gym trainer.  What sets Sam apart from your run-of-the-mill gym trainer is his willingness to work with you on a level where you are comfortable and motivate you to achieve and even surpass your fitness goals.  I am a very happy client of Sam’s and would recommend him to anyone who is serious about his/her fitness goals.  It’s now time for me to go and do my morning cardio.  Three short words for you Sam:  Thank you Sam!!!  ~Tom Wang

you can hope to find in the greater Los Angeles area. His gentle coaxing will inspire you beyond what you thought your limits were, but he can be tough when he needs to be and he can tell when you need it too, probably more than you can.

Right out of the gate, you get a thorough physical assessment of what you are capable of and what your goals are. If you ever wanted discretion in sharing your BMI, he’s your guy. Rates vary, depending on how many sessions you book (the more you do, the cheaper it ends up, especially if you buddy up). You can add a meal plan to that and Sam might even go grocery shopping with you.

You can absolutely trust in his eight years experience as a personal trainer and entrepreneur and revel in that sunny demeanor.

Motivational sayings and music propel you toward your best self, along with the latest technology (no one is hipper than S.P.) as you marvel at how far you’ve come. Of course Sam would say he believed in you the whole time.

Heard enough? Yeah, he’s easy on the eyes too. Go book him now.  ~Kate West

Aside from the help, and researched advice I received on diet, he trained me in the form of almost a boot camp drill sergeant.

Granted, he helped in form and routine and explaining on how muscles grow separately and together, but more importantly, he pushed me.

This was exactly what I was looking for and Sam has been great a filling that role.

I see many trainers at my gym that are nothing more than spotters or beginner trainers at best.

However, Sam takes it well beyond that for someone who already knows the basics and really wants to push themselves so their body truly does make a transformation.

~Michael Munck, Bond Trader

As with all things athletic, I was concerned about feeling intimidated by Sam before I met him. However, from the start, I felt nothing but encouragement and genuine concern for my progress.  Sam’s focus on his client is remarkable during a 50 minute session — nothing distracts him. His knowledge is vast but if you throw him a curve ball, he actually takes time to research an answer for you. His patience is impressive — and trust me, I spent enough session time in the bathroom throwing up to have tested the patience of a saint. Sam simply looked for solutions. Finally, there is his manner — always upbeat, always understanding and completely free of attitude. He really is a gem in the LA fitness scene.

~John Balma, Actor

Sam is a great inspiration to many people, myself included, and is the best personal trainer I’ve ever worked with. He is very easy-going, which doesn’t mean that he doesn’t push you, it just means he always accentuates the positive. He’s changed my mind-set from thinking of training as something I force myself to do, and dread, to something I look forward to doing several times a week. He even got me to come into the gym in the early morning. No one’s ever done that before!

I come at this from another tact.  I am older, arthritic, overweight, out of shape and probably depressed.  Wouldn’t you be with that litany?

When you’ve been out of the gym for so long that the process of getting back in shape seems too formidable to begin, and you then work out with a trainer like Sam who has the skill and finesse of a body sculptor, all of sudden getting fit and feeling younger seems possible and attainable.

Sam has helped me gently get back to an exercise routine.

What I appreciate about Sam is that my workouts our tailored to fit me, exactly where I am at, at any given week.

I’m not crippled at the end of the workout which can happen with some turbo trainers on steroids!

I’m not 17 (shocker) and I end up feeling sore enough to know that I’ve worked out but not incapacitated. Sam intuitively knows just how far to push me.

Clearly, I should do much more, more frequently, but now at least I show up and can do 100 sit-ups.  This is something. How proud of  am I? For someone who hasn’t been to the gym in longer then they can remember, Sam is motivational, supportive and always looking for ways to inspire my inner athlete which he firmly believes is in there.

I think one day soon I will believe him.

~Kelly Rice
Global Media Strategist

I’d been working out with Sam since October 2006. It was going well; I felt strong and had tons of energy. I loved meeting Sam twice a week to yes, work my muscles, but also to talk through some issues – they always seem to come up in the middle of crunches, laugh at his great jokes and insights, and listen to his wise advice. I am continually inspired by Sam’s kind spirit, fierce integrity and unnerving discipline.

“But honestly, I wasn’t getting the results I had longed for and secretly, deep down, I knew the reason why. It took me five months to finally come to terms, and I have to be honest, it was my impending wedding date that caused me to say those fateful words out loud, as opposed to myself, alone in my bathroom, every morning: “Hey Sam, I can’t seem to stop eating like crap, I’m thinking of trying the Meal Plan you’ve mentioned…” His eyes lit up and I finally exhaled. I was nervous, I knew my day to day living and being was going to change so I meekly tried put up a couple roadblocks: “You know, I’m hypoglycemic, I can’t not eat. Am I going to be starving?” And, even better, “I’m in the film business, I work really long hours, will I be able to find the food I need?” I mean, I was reaching here…I was trying to wriggle my way out… But Sam was gentle and assured me that I would not be starving (except maybe on Thursdays) and that this wasn’t some weird sort of alien food I was going to eat. He explained that it was a simple Zig Zag plan – by daily “Zig Zagging” my caloric intake up and down I would increase my metabolic rate and lose fat—using clean, lean, unprocessed food. AND if I was committed to the process, was honest with my journal, and dedicated to working out, then it would transform my body.

And it did.

I love my arms now – look at those muscles!!

And yes, those are carbs on my plate.