Testimonials

Hi Art,
Just wanted to thank you for offering such an awesome program. I love the group dynamic, and being able to work at your own level. I particularly like the variety of activities and the sense of fun that’s built into the program, it keeps it interesting and challenging.

Not to “toot” your horn, but it’s nice to have someone who really cares about each of his clients and is truly dedicated to providing the best service there is. You’re professional, energetic, inspiring, and encouraging, and absolutely devoted to your job. I highly recommend this program to anyone wanting to improve their fitness and overall health.

Thanks, Jackie M.

I’ve been strength training for about 14 years. Up until now, it was always “work” but something I knew I needed to do. Two kids and much stress later, I found myself struggling to keep the weight off. I realized that working out on my own wasn’t giving me the results it once did.

Now that I’m part of the Women’s Group Training classes at Matrix, working out has never been so fun or productive! Art combines advanced knowledge in strength training and nutrition. Many trainers “think” they know a lot, but Art truly does. And he made it affordable. Many thanks, I’m committed for life!

Thank you, Laurie Liatsos

I’m not sure if you want me to expand on the fact that I’ve lost a bit of weight (over 17 pounds in the last 8 weeks). But there’s more to it than that. I feel so much better than I did just 8 weeks ago. I feel so strong and definitely more firm than I was before. I don’t cringe when someone hugs me (because I always knew the soft rolls were right there). I have gotten my eating under control and without all the junk in my diet, I obviously feel better in that department. No silly cravings. If I do make a choice that I probably shouldn’t have, it ends right there. I don’t start a whirlwind of insane eating and cravings. I just don’t.

All the things you have said to me about breaking habits in 21 days, and why work so hard exercising and not focus on nutrition have stuck in my mind. I appreciate your gentle but firm questions about “how are things going?” I know I have to respond and I always want to be proud of my answers for you. I still have a ways to go with this, but working with you has been better than any diet program I have tried. I have tried 5 different, very popular diet programs. They were all very expensive and didn’t work. I know everyone says the same thing, that’s because it’s true. Like you said to me in the beginning, don’t diet, just make better choices – always. And now I do and that’s what’s working for me. No diet has ever made me feel this good!!

Thanks, Maria P.

My daughters started working out with Art this winter. They were experiencing knee pain and needed to work on strengthening their leg muscles to take the pressure off of their knees. After assessing their muscle strength, Art explained that strengthening their core muscles would also alleviate their knee pain and recommended a work out plan.

The girls have been attending a bi-weekly group work-out session and discovered that they love working out! Art varies each session to make it interesting, challenging and fun for them. They look forward to their work outs and don’t want to miss them – even when friends try to tempt them with other offers!

Thanks, Noreen LeBlanc

I have now worked with Art McDermott as my personal trainer for over six years and I am always impressed by his creativity in customizing my workout, with full understanding of my individual needs, abilities and limitations. Every year I end up significantly healthier than the preceding years. Matrix is well-equipped with a great selection of equipment. Matrix Strength & Fitness succeeds in promoting good health, strength and well being, and in doing so it helps you to achieve your personal health goals.

- Indu I. – Art’s longest “tenured” client

I want to thank Art and Jeff for my experiences at Matrix Strength and Fitness. During my time spent training at Matrix I have improved in all the aspects of my physical ability. Through Jeff and Art’s training I have become faster, stronger, and better conditioned than I have ever been in my life.

Thank you, Ryan E. – High School Football Thank you!

I had a great workout experience this summer. I was coming back from my second ACL injury and Art really helped me get myself back into shape and my knee stronger. He knew what he was doing and what exercises to make me do to get ready for my season and tryouts.

Thanks, Elise K – High School Field Hockey and Lacrosse

I want to thank Matrix Strength Training for helping me improve to the next level. I will be trying out for college field hockey this fall, and feel in great shape for my tryouts. Matrix helped me build muscle and increase my speed.

Thank You, Nicole G. – Field Hockey and Ice Hockey

Because I went to Matrix this summer, my strength went up and so did my cardio. My vertical jump went up, and my 40 time came down. Matrix helped a lot for my upcoming football season.

Derek P. – High School Football

This summer Art and Jeff helped me get my shoulder stronger after I dislocated it. Matrix improved my strength and cardio so I was ready for the football season.

Will C. – High School Football

I am honored to thank Art and Jeff. Both are really nice people who have helped me regain muscle where I lost it due to injury. I also got more agile. This definitely got me ready for football. I love them both!

Joey C. – High School Football

I put on ten pounds and improved in all major categories. I would like to thank them both for getting me in good physical condition for football season. I really appreciate all of the tough workouts I went through this summer now that football season is here.

Thank You, Jimmy W. – High School Football and Baseball

A huge “Thank You” to Art and all his employees for the help over the last two and a half years I have seen as part of the Matrix Fitness program. I have grown in size and speed and also character, as I have been pushed very hard and to the limit. Thank you!

Adam L. – High School Football And Track

My experience at Matrix Strength and Fitness this summer has helped me get faster, stronger, and also more agile. Now I will be prepared for football because whatever gets thrown my way; I will be able to accomplish it since I’ve gone to Art’s this summer. I would also like to thank Art and Jeff for pushing me to my full potential and showing me what I am capable of.

Andreas C. – High School Football

To the staff at Matrix Strength & Fitness, I really had a great experience. Over the summer I noticed improvements in my speed on the ice, the speed of my wrist shots and slap shots, the sharpness of my turns, and the increase in my endurance.

Thanks, Alex R. – High School hockey

I trained with Art for two years at his one80 facility in Andover. I loved it there! The people were friendly and experts. When one80 closed down I went to elsewhere. This year, I heard Art opened up Matrix so I came running back and the difference is huge. The class sizes are much smaller, the prices are unbeatable, and Jeff and Art are the best in the business. They really take the time to learn about each athlete and push them to their full potential. Thank you Jeff and Art for everything!

Mike C. – Captain – High School Hockey