★ 5

Our son has been training with Christian for about a year and the progress has been impressive. He’s gotten stronger, increased his mobility, and he’s got more energy and overall better health. Christian’s approach is positive and supportive, and our son looks forward to every session, often saying how fast the time flies. He’s even committed to doing his exercises on his own each week. We’re really grateful to have found someone like Christian to guide him.

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★ 5

Top-notch and authentic, Christian's approach is just *different*. Vast knowledge, not interested in trends or having a revolving door of clients to churn through. Workouts created for the individual, with more than just the body in mind. Wish there were more stars to give than five!

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★ 5

We’ve worked with Christian for two years now and he has had a transformative effect on my son. His kind, patient and genuine interest in my son’s physical and mental wellbeing has helped him to grow so much, and in so many areas of his life - his family, school, friends, outside interests and at his part-time job. We credit Christian with many of my son’s achievements over the past year and a half, in particular his attitude and his approach to life.

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★ 5

I could not recommend Christain more! He has been an incredible trainer and mentor to my son. His approach to physical training as well as mental well being is unmatched in this field. He is extremely knowledgeable and helped my son train through serious injuries. We could not be happier with the results !

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★ 5

Christian’s personal approach and attention to detail are incredible and second to none. He doesn’t shoehorn his clients into a pre-packaged box: he listens and observes and customizes, and then follows up to ensure he is giving you the best avenue for success. He is top notch and is recommended wholeheartedly.

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★ 5

This is a long review for an amazing person so bear with me. I met Christian a few years ago. I wanted to train with him but couldn't at the time. I began working with him about 6 months ago. I want to add to the excellent reviews that have already appeared. I second those that say he can meet you where you are and that he is a gold standard for training.
I have christened him "The Fitness whisperer." I was not a Title IX child so exercise and fitness are chores--not joys generally--except for this precious hour with him every week--but that joy is starting to generalize to fitness efforts outside my appointment.
As a long-time oncology nurse, teacher, and ordained interfaith minister, authentic communication and finding a spiritual path toward adopting fitness practices are are the most likely paths for my success. He takes the time to understand current challenges and past successes re fitness to develop an individualized plan. His experience is evident in his ability to identify either small opportunities or incremental improvements for my personal fitness advancement--this is the sign of an expert--even a virtuoso--coach. He uses this same skill to help me reframe challenges to maintaining fitness--using outdoor "adventures" vs number of steps as a measure of success. His praise is authentic not BS--because he can see incremental improvement.
His ability to offer a "mantra" as a shorthand for motivation is extraordinary--words that stay with me throughout the week--kind of an encyclopedic "A chicken Soup for Fitness."
I have found his blogs and interviews to enlarge my understanding of how he sees his work and purpose in the world--things we could not explore in our 1 hour session.
I am grateful to all of the people--parents, family, friends, teachers, students, mentors--who have happened to shape Christian--a smart, compassionate, and funny virtuoso, working with and on purpose--in the fitness world. He can definitely meet me, this 60-something person that I am, and show me new ways of walking in the world with more balance and fitness. Boxing was not on my bucket list but it is teaching me a lot about balance--one of many things we manage to do in one hour!

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★ 5

Christian is phenomenal. He possesses so much knowledge and patience. I’ve learned so much from our time together. He always keeps it interesting; we’ve never done the same workout twice. It’s clear that Christian cares about helping people and that shines through with his enthusiasm and affability.

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★ 5

Christian van Loenen is more than just an amazing personal trainer; he is a passionate advocate for a holistic approach to personal and professional well-being through reflective listening skills, engaging discussions around food, mental health, rest, relaxation and complete body fitness. He does all of the above with your personal fitness goals at the forefront. Once you begin with Christian, you will never seek another trainer/coach/therapist again.

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★ 5

In this world there are legends and then there are LEGENDS. Christian is a rare breed of human. Paragon of positivity, poise, and wisdom. Role model for any lifelong student of life, health, and harmony. His guidance and camaraderie is the exclamation mark on good days and a surefire panacea for any bad day. A wizard of productive catharsis. The CDC would be wise to study his energy because it is downright infectious. In all seriousness, Christian is capable of cultivating the best in anyone. Working with him can change your life.

Quick multiple choice: CVANLO is which of the following?

a) coach
b) brother
c) LEGEND
d) all of the above

Answer: D

This is LIVIN baby!

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★ 5

Christian absolutely exceeds our expectations in every way. He has built a relationship with his unconditional positive regard with our 13 year old son. Christian met him where he was at and set expectations that set him up for success. In turn we have seen his self-esteem and self-worth begin to blossom. Christian has not only helped our son but has given us tremendous support and guidance in helping our son during this journey. Christian continues to guide our son in becoming stronger physically, emotionally and mentally. He has the ability to see the best in people, his genuiness, kindness and gentle spirit is filled with love and compassion. We could not be any more thankful that we found Christian to be part of our lives.

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★ 5

Christian is an incredibly talented trainer. I have trained with him for over a year now and am consistently impressed with the quality of our sessions. He is knowledgable and highly motivating and keeps me focused and engaged. He keeps me laughing through tough training sessions and though I leave feeling sore, I am always energized and empowered when I leave his gym. He has a holistic approach to health that has helped me immensely. I highly recommend Christian to anybody looking to improve their whole body health.

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★ 5

Christian is the real thing-genuine, kind, and supportive. He is true to his word, and walks in the world in this way. He has championed and empowered my son to be his best self. I can not imagine a better role model, mentor and guide for my son and his personal development! Everyone should have such a gifted presence in their lives.

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★ 5

Christian's training style is one of a kind. I never knew it was possible to feel tired after a session, but also feel the most energized you ever have at the same time. The mix between, strength, mobility, flexibility, balance(and a little conversation) is an unmatched formula.

I am the strongest I have ever been and have never felt so happy with my performance after spending a summer with him. I am excited to continue my fitness journey with him.

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★ 5

Where to even begin?! First, before I get to my review of Christian as a trainer let me start with a brief rundown of me. I'm a woman in my mid-30s. I've been lifting weights and into athletics since I was in high school. In the past 7 years, I've started practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu on a regular basis, and have augmented that training with weight training on the side. Over the years I've had at least half a dozen trainers that I've seen on a regular basis for varying periods of time (you know how it is, you train for a while, life happens, you take some time off, and then you get back into it). All this is to say that I've been exposed to a wide variety of training styles and personalities. I've had really good trainers, and I've had not-so-good trainers, and for the past two years I've been training with Christian.

Now that you have a fuller picture of where I'm coming from, here's the fun part - I get to tell you about Christian! Right off the bat upon first meeting Christian, it was clear he was going to fall into the category of "great trainer." His initial approach was one of compassion and a desire to understand exactly what I as an individual wanted from my experience with him. I could have told him something as simple as "I want to be able to bend over and pick up my 20lb dog without hurting myself" to "I want to be able to do a set of 50 pistol squats, carry 80lbs 100 yards, and then crank out 10 pullups with 45lbs strapped to me," and either way he would take the same care and attention to creating the perfect program that fit my goals.

I can't say enough about how much I appreciate the way Christian programs my sessions. In addition to focusing on my personal goals of increased strength, power, and stamina, there is an emphasis on overall well-being. Through Christian, I've learned to appreciate the more subtle development of core and joint strengthening along with balance and coordination work, all of which have become staples of my workouts, and play a significant role in preventing injury both in everyday life and while practicing jiu jitsu. With Christian, I feel motivated and encouraged to train well, but I never feel as if I'm I am pushing myself to the brink, and I always feel good the next day, not as if I've destroyed myself during our workouts.

Not only is Christian great at programing for specific goals, but he is also just a fantastic human being. He radiates positivity and light. I dare you to walk into a session with Christian, and not walk out feeling at least 110% better when you leave. I. Dare. You. And not because of the endorphins released during your workout, but, legitimately, because being around such a genuinely kind, caring, goofy, exuberant human like Christian is good for your soul. When people talk about a "holistic approach" to health, they're pretty much talking about everything Christian has to offer, and I can't recommend him enough.

P.S. If you like food as much as I do, he'll also regale you with tales from his cooking adventures, and give you the inside scoop on where to get the best raspberry turnovers in Maine.

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★ 5

I've been training with Christian since September, and cannot speaking highly enough of him both as a trainer and as a person. My sessions with him are the highlights of my week, and its been remarkable to notice my fitness level improving through his targeted and measured approach. Christian is relentlessly positive and encouraging and I leave our sessions feeling energized and motivated. I deeply value his holistic approach to health and fitness that includes mobility, balance, breathing, and strength as well as his willingness to share suggestions to improve nutrition, sleep, and stress.

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★ 5

CVANLO!☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

I’ve been training with Christian for almost 3 years and his exercise philosophy is by far the best medicine for my body and soul. Over the past three years, he has helped me train for road races, prepare for triathlons, manage my rheumatoid arthritis, and most recently, helped me survive COVID-19, and all of its mental and physical challenges. I cannot say enough about Christian. He has a gift, like no other, and loves educating about the importance of movement, exercise, and breath. I can honestly say that I look forward to EVERY workout with Christian, whether it’s training in his cozy studio, meeting at the beach, or training outside on Stevens Ave. I leave each session wanting to be a better and healthier person and am so thankful to have met him. This Is Livin☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

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★ 5

Christian is SO great. Movement is the core foundation of his work, and he encourages clients to wear whatever they feel most comfortable moving in to sessions -- it doesn't have to be workout gear! I immediately knew that Christian was a great fit for me personally because his routines don't entail repetitively lifting weights or doing pushups; we do a lot of stretching and a variation of different movements that leave me feeling great.

One of the biggest appeals to Christian's ethos is how much he incorporates play and humor into his sessions. He makes movement and exercise so encouraging and fun, and I come away from each one of my meetings with him smiling and feeling great about myself.

Christian is seriously a gem; I feel incredibly lucky to be going to him weekly! Not only does he provide a good workout, but he also offers helpful health advice and a listening ear. I appreciate him so much!

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★ 5

Christian is AWESOME! Not only is he one of the nicest people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing, but he is also extremely good at what he does. I look forward to every training session and have learned so much from him. I highly recommend his services and look forward to continuing my fitness journey with him.

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★ 5

I cannot recommend Christian's program enough. As soon as we met and went over his philosophy on health, fitness, and life I knew he was going to be a great trainer for me. No matter how tired or grumpy I am the day of my session, working out with Christian boosts my mood and makes me feel great about what my body is capable of.

I leave every session feeling stronger and seeing improvement from session to session. Christian always takes the time to listen to issues I may be having with my back or neck or whatever and adjusts accordingly, on the fly, making sure I have a great workout.

I have never worked with a trainer before that isn't out to run you into the ground, or follows a no pain no gain mentality so Christian is a breathe of fresh air. And to top it all off, I feel stronger, more stable and more confident than I have before. And get this, the sessions are fun! I always have a blast while working hard. They are never boring or repetitive, and I never feel like Christian will pressure me into doing something I'm not ready to do.

If you are looking for a great workout that is fun and challenging, with a trainer that really listens to what you need and works with you to reach those goals, look no further than Christian.

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★ 5

Before COVID I knew I needed to do something to address issues from my sedentary lifestyle. My goal was to move better, improve balance, strength and stamina. I didn't want a trainer who was "one size fits most". I found Christian. I was impressed with his credentials in adult learning theory and athletic training, as well as his emphasis on functional activity and play. He REALLY listened to me about what I wanted to get out of training with him.

Sessions with Christian are fun, variable, and never to the point of extreme muscle fatigue. Our conversations are wide ranging. It is a no judgement zone where I do the best that I can. After three months I find that I'm standing straighter, have greater range of motion, better balance, and I am stronger.

If you are in the market for a personal trainer and shudder at the idea of a crowded gym and working out to the point of exhaustion then Christian is the trainer for you. He is now my gold standard for training.

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★ 5

I’ve had the opportunity to work with Christian over the past 6 months and it has been fantastic! He is very knowledgeable, professional and helpful while also being incredibly personable and engaging. He is a great communicator and listens well. I have worked with many other trainers in the past and feel Christian has been able to bring me to the next level of training. The program he has designed specifically for me is helping me to increase my fitness while also helping me to stay injury-free. He’s identified areas of need that other have not and is helping to target these skills. He’s been creative and flexible as needed this summer due to Covid. Most importantly, the sessions are fun and I look forward to attending each one. I recommend him without any hesitation!

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★ 5

Christian is a phenomenal coach! I’ve been having issues with old injuries and he put a workout together which has helped me to recover. He focuses on exercises that can help your body function the way it’s supposed to. Highly recommend!

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★ 5

Training with Christian is one of the best choices I've made. He has expert diagnosis skills, and creates an arc of long-term positive momentum that will propel you farther than you thought possible. Like others mention here, you'll leave every session feeling GREAT.

In addition to fitness, Christian has also been a nutrition & performance coach, helping me optimize my diet and energy levels for each day.

I'd highly recommend checking out the philosophy page on his site to get a sense for the principled approach you'll see in each of your workouts.

Working with Christian is a compounding investment in your physical health and well-being that I recommend to everyone I know.

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★ 5

Christian is a gifted teacher with the most positive energy! His warm and inspiring style is contagious! I played competitive sports in HS and college but found it difficult to maintain fitness in my 50's. I thought I was too old to lift weights but Christian makes is fun, doable and I'm getting stronger :)! I can offer only the HIGHEST recommendation for him!!

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★ 5

I have been working with Christian for 6 months now. All I can say is, he gets IT. Functional movement, balance and coordination are all so key for strengthening and moving better. I always look forward to our sessions. Christian is kind, thoughtful and we always have some laughs too. I highly recommend CVANLO!

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★ 5

We met for a consultation in June 2019. I was the heaviest and likely the unhealthiest I have ever been going into meeting with Christian. He put together a plan that was thoughtful; incorporating body weight, circuit training, mindful movement and breathing. Christian told me his goal is to have productive sessions where you feel better going out than you did walking in. We have been working since July and I have left every session feeling better than I did before. The workouts are fun and challenging. Christian is genuine, kind, and extremely knowledgeable about fitness and nutrition. I am down 40 lbs and it is largely due my experience with Christian. I would recommend him to anyone looking to become a healthier and happier person.

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★ 5

My teenage son, who is a competitive soccer player, began working with Christian to enhance his overall athleticism, strength, and agility. The added bonus he gained was the psychological strength and awareness, which significantly enhanced his athletic performance. I was so impressed by the changes in my son that I decided to become a client of Christian's too. Not only are the workouts fun and physically effective, I leave feeling on top of the world. Christian's knowledge of kinesiology and athletics coupled with his positive and encouraging spirit makes him an amazing trainer. A workout session with Christian makes his clients feel like there is no one more important in the world in that moment.

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★ 5

Working with Christian has given me new mobility and functional strength.I no longer get aches and pains and have no more sciatica or knee issues-Sandy (59)

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★ 5

I came to Christian with a reconstructed ACL and meniscus, and significant swelling of the tendons in my wrist. Lifting, squatting and gripping were incredibly difficult and I didn’t know where to start to get back to the level of fitness I was used to as a long time athlete. Christian comprehensively got to understand my goals and my needs, clearly targeted them in our early appointments, and explained the reasoning behind any movements he introduced. I have the tendency to over push myself, and Christian perfectly balanced drive and self care. I went from not being able to even hold a plank position because of the pain in my wrist to doing push ups, pull ups, and swings. Completely worth every penny and moment, session leaves you energized and ready to come back.

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★ 5

I can confidently recommend CVANLO to anyone looking to improve strength, agility and coordination. Christian is very perceptive and intuitive instructor. Every week he offers a new personally tailored workout. The sessions are both fun and challenging and I alway leave feeling stronger and looking forward to the next session. As a retired teacher of the Alexander Technique, I find his understanding of body dynamics and coordination spot on.

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★ 5

Christian van Loenen is a great choice in personal trainer. His philosophy about movement and quality of life were the main draw to choose him for my needs. I came to Christian not being able to squat due to knee injuries, age and muscle weakness. Our first meeting was mostly assessing my mobility and strength. By our next appointment he was prepared with a plan to bring me to where I wanted to go which was greater strength, mobility and quality of life. Christian delivered in all areas. He always encouraged, pushed when needed and became my partner in gaining my mobility back. From week one my lower back pain disappeared and my strength improved greatly! Most importantly my training with Christian gave me a lifelong love of strength and mobility. I cannot recommend CVANLO enough! Do it! You are worth it!!

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★ 5

Christian has helped me both physically and mentally get back into shape after my wife and I had our first child. Pre planned workouts, eating recommendations, and positive mental reinforcement. Excellent trainer, even better person to be around. Highly recommend.

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★ 5

Christian is an amazing trainer for my husband and myself. Our workouts with him are always fun and always different. He readily perceives what we each need, and often makes a game or a challenge of the work, so we laugh a lot while working out. We both feel stronger, better balanced, and ever more motivated to keep it up. I highly recommend Christian.

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★ 5

Christian was able to determine what my abilities were from our first meeting. So from week one I have felt like my workouts have been perfectly tailored to me. I am making great progress and always leave feeling accomplished. I’m having fun too.

I’ve recommended Christian to two friends who are now working out with him. They agree that he is a total professional, very positive and really motivating.

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★ 5

There's no one better than Christian when it comes to positivity, movement based performance and general mind and body health. One month in and it has made a world of difference in every day life and recreational performance. Thanks!

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★ 5

Where to begin… Well, first, I’m not the least bit surprised to see nothing but 5 stars for CVANLO from others in Christian’s community. I am so very thankful that his referral network reached me at a time when my 46-yr old body seemed to have been saying “enough”. At a time when was injured more often than not and certainly not able to move like I used to.

Even though I’ve only had the pleasure to be working with Christian a couple short months, I’m already seeing results in both my mobility and strength. I’m back on the basketball court and look forward to returning to the sport and therapy I love: long distance running - once spring has actually arrived! I also look forward to being able to play unabashedly with my young boys and not feel like a totally uncoordinated dork (they have enough ammo in that department as it is).

But lastly, Christian is so much more than a personal trainer. I have never left a session without feeling 100% aligned- physically, mentally, and even spiritually. And when EVERYTHING is aligned, things really start to get interesting… can’t wait to see what the future holds. #MOVEMORE!

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★ 5

My 13 yo son has been working with Christian for the last several months and we couldn't be happier! Christian has a great knack for connecting with my teenager and has served as fantastic role model. My son's workouts have been age appropriate yet have pushed him to the next level. He always comes back with a big smile on his face after his sessions with Christian! I recommend Christian without reservation and have done just that, connecting him with several boys in our area looking to up their performance game! They all love him, as do their parents.

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★ 5

Christian is super Awesome!! Training with him has been really fun and challenging. He has amazing techniques to push you to perform at your best. His sessions are always different and you will never be bored of them. I highly recommend!!!

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★ 5

CVANLO has been WONDERFUL to work with. I HIGHLY recommend him. He takes time to talk with and get to know each client's needs and then personalizes their workout to suit those needs. He is professional, as well as, FUN.

Christian is very encouraging and engaged during our sessions. I have learned new techniques and constantly feel challenged and never bored. Through our work together I have gained more confidence in my athletic abilities, which is great having just turned 40! I can not recommend Christian enough!!

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★ 5

Could not recommend Christian more. Ever since I started working out with him my body has felt the best it ever has. His extensive knowledge of fitness make his workouts unique and fun for everyone. Christian is also a genuinely kind and caring individual. I always looked forward to a work-out!!

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★ 5

Let me tell you when I say I’ve never enjoyed working out more, I 100% mean it. Not only is Christian extremely knowledgeable but he is incredibly charismatic, engaging and just an absolute rockstar of a guy. You don’t just appreciate working out because of the enjoyable and unique workouts he puts you through, but because you’re working out with a great guy who genuinely cares to improve your personal goals of fitness and mobility. He’s not your stereotypical personal trainer. He’s ten times better. In my time I’ve gone through a few trainers, but there are none that I want to continue going back to unlike with Christian. One workout with him and you’ll be hooked. I recommend 110%. Get in ASAP!

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★ 5

I HIGHLY recommend CVANLO. Christian combines great enthusiasm with a strong knowledge for movement and fitness. Whether you're rehabbing an injury, training for a specific sport or event, or just looking to get into great shape and develop better freedom of movement, Christian is your guy.

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