Testimonials

Clyde – (Testimonial)

I would like to share with you the experience I had when attending Outline gym with the assistance of Emma MacGillivray.
Firstly it was not my idea to go to a Gym so when I started it was with reluctance.  Not a good way to start, I was kidding myself I was happy with my 95kg and my fitness

I found it a huge mission forcing myself to actually walk into the gym not knowing what to expect. Emma met me at the door and proceeded to show me around the gym.
The gym is exceedingly well equipped and has a maximum of only 2-3 people in there at one time. As soon as I heard that the fear and embarrassment disappeared. Emma is extremely professional in her job. She made me feel very comfortable and welcome; I thought maybe I’ll carry on for a short time to see if I like it.  Emma then weighed and measured me, very professional again at no time did I feel embarrassed. Thanks Emma. We then discussed the reason I was there and set some goals and a program that suited me.I was also asked to keep a food diary so Emma could advise on the correct food to eat to assist in my weight loss.
Now the work started. The amount of support Emma gives throughout each session definitely helped to keep me focused on my goals and took away any thought of giving up. After attending the gym for one month I had a weigh in and another measure up. What a fantastic result, I had lost 4kg. That’s not the best part, I have lost centimetres from the areas we were targeting and have started to build muscle in the areas we wanted to. I feel better, more flexible and a lot more active.
I would like to thank Emma for all her efforts and encouragement without her caring support and encouragement I know I would not have achieved this amazing result.
I therefore would like to personally recommend to any person who wishes to improve their physical appearance, fitness, Flexibility and strength to contact Emma at Outline gym.   You will enjoy the experience and the results.

Clyde McGrory – Gisborne

Gill Fraser – (Testimonial)

Emma is a great encourager, and has a natural, easy way with her clients. She manages to get ” just that bit more” out of us all, always being mindful of our ages and stages in life! I would recommend her without hesitation.
The programmes Emma gives to her clients are created for each individual’s needs and limitations. During these programmes I have been aware that she listens carefully to ascertain if the programme is suitable and makes changes accordingly.
She is always bright and cheerful making the transition from unfit to fit a happy one!!!

Gill – Gisborne

Leanne Harrison – (Testimonial)

I just wanted to say how great it has been to discover Outline Health Studio – right in the middle of my neighbourhood.  I came in to see Mike the physio originally for my back. I noticed the gym next door and thought that might be a good way to keep me out of the physiotherapists office.  It might also help get me fit for summer!  I was introduced to Emma. Personal Trainer Extraordinaire!  I have to say I felt very much like Wives of Whataupoko having a ‘personal trainer’ but Emma has just been fantastic. She is such a lovely friendly gorgeous woman. She even came around to my house for the initial meeting!  Amazing service.  She’s set me up a programme that is challenging but do-able and I feel so much better for it.  Her support is just what I needed to get going.

I can’t recommend her highly enough!  If you can get Emma to work with you – then you are lucky!!

Leanne – Gisborne

Mereana Leaf – (Testimonial)

I came to Emma feeling really down on myself as I have had let life take me over, with 3 kid’s full time job and a Hubby who is away often due to his coaching and I felt my body swearing at me.  My clothes didn’t sit right, It was just wrong on all levels.

On my first met with Emma she was very friendly and I did not at all feel ashamed or embarrassed.  She has been in the same position (Weight wise) a lot of us have or are in so she has the compassion needed to get my confidence up to be able to get myself up and going.  Emma gives me the push I need to keep me motivated but also is full of encouragement so I don’t feel inadequate.

Emma is very open and accommodating and also keeps herself open for contact out of the gym with ongoing support if we need it e.g. when we are reaching for that chocolate bar, or about to open that chippie packet. Emma also gives me alternatives to nutrition I guess you can call her my little angel sitting on my right shoulder.

Emma also keeps tabs on how I am feeling during a work out to see how far I can push myself before I pop my cork.  She listens well to my needs and accommodates to best suit me as an individual.

I have found that Emma is that type of person I would always keep in my phone contacts.  She has a great heart and it is in the right place as a motivator, Personal Trainer and as a friend.

She will do well at this profession as she holds all the qualities needed to deliver to her clients and get the results we all desire and I wish her all the best.

Mereana – Gisborne

Sharon – (Testimonial)

I had stopped smoking and the weight was coming on. My fear was that I would put on the 15kg that I had gained the previous times I had quit smoking. I have never been a fan of the gym, too many skinny people there looking at the poor fatties so I was in a quandary about what to do.

My husband came home and told me there was a new gym just around the corner from us, called OUTLINE and I should go and see. I went in there (determined not to like it) and was introduced to Emma MacGillivray, slim, beautiful and oh so nice, (ugh), however, she was fantastic. I didn’t feel in the least bit embarrassed and she was extremely encouraging.  She weighed and measured me. I told her my aim was to not put on any weight due to the fact I wasn’t smoking. I did not want to be the ‘Good Year Blimp’ again. I didn’t care if I didn’t lose any weight, I just wanted to stay the same.( I thought it was a bit optimistic to expect to lose weight).

She showed me ‘before and after’ photos of all the staff at Outline. They have all been ‘blimps’ at some stage of their lives. It was amazing. Emma gave me a tour of the studio and I was won over. The ‘boutique’ style gym is just awesome, no more than 2-3 people at a time, happy people coming and going and a personal trainer all to myself!!!  There is also a physio there in case I do some major damage while working out!!

Emma sorted out a programme for me and I dutifully turned up for my first session. Oh My God, I thought I was going to die. My poor 61 year old body didn’t know what was happening to it. Half way through I was trying to think of a good logical reason why I couldn’t come again, this definitely wasn’t for me. Emma kept on encouraging me, telling me to “push through the pain,  you can do it,  keep in mind why you are here” and before I knew it the session was over. Then it didn’t seem so bad and I decided to go back again… Four weeks later I had a weigh in and measurements taken and the results were fantastic. I had not lost any weight, HOWEVER, I had lost 4cm from my chest, 3cm from my bust, 13cm from my waist and 7cm from my hips…..how was that. I was so happy I cried….and Emma did too. I was so proud of myself and so grateful to Emma, because if she hadn’t kept on encouraging me and supporting me I would have stopped going and ended up the ‘blimp’ or back smoking.

Outline is an awesome place to be, so give it a go. Nothing ventured, nothing gained..or lost!

Sharon – Gisborne

Colleen Dewes – (Testimonial)

My 9 year old son and I have been working with Emma Mac Gillivray as our Personal Trainer for the last 2 months.   Emma makes exercising fun while keeping us focused on our individual fitness goals.

We really enjoy our sessions with Emma at the Outline Gym, the facilities are great, it’s affordable and both Daniel and I feel very comfortable exercising there.
Emma has tailored our programs to meet our individual needs, I am a full time working mum and Daniel is at primary school.
We live 15 minutes from town so making a schedule to suit has been a challenge but Emma’s flexibility has allowed us to accommodate our sessions.
I am very happy to be able to help my son reach his sports goals by enrolling him with Emma as she takes such great care of his physical and mental wellbeing while at the gym.

Seeing Daniels renewed confidence in his physical capabilities assures me that Emma’s coaching and encouragement with food and diet advice has definitely paid off. (It also helps that Emma is fantastic with kids
As for me, I’m happy that I have found someone to help me regain my fitness, get in shape, and adjust some not so great eating habits.  Thanks to Emma’s advice and encouragement I am well on the way to reaching my goals.
Whatever your needs or goals are in respect to health, diet and exercise I am confident that with Emma and the Outline Gym will find what you are looking for.

Best Wishes
Colleen Dewes – Gisborne

Petina – (Testimonial)

Having been a “skinny girl” blessed with good genes and an active job, it took me quite by surprise when I turned 30, changed jobs and gained 10kgs in a matter of months.  After letting my weight yoyo up and down for several years I decided it was time to seek some professional help regarding exercise and diet.
The first time I met Emma she made me feel completely at ease, and she easily identified with my situation having been through the same thing herself.  As well as giving me an exercise plan which I could cope with on a busy work schedule, she has also constantly monitored my diet and given friendly and helpful suggestions regarding food.
Although I have only been working with Emma for a couple of months I have already started to see results,  which along with Emma’s positive and enthusiastic personality has helped to keep on me course with my weight loss plan.
If you are looking for a friendly, non-judgemental, professional trainer I would highly recommend Emma as she gives 100% to her clients.

Petina – Gisborne

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Gloria – (Testimonial)

I had a knee replacement and starting seeing Mike – the physiotherapist. I then met Lisa who owns Outline Health Studio. I got talking to Lisa about how tierd and overweight I was and she suggested I book in for a free consultation with Emma.
Emma has been super helpful in leading me in the right direction to achieving my goals. On my frist visit with Emma she made me feel very comfortable. During our first training session she pushed me up to my boundries, something I would never have done by myself. Since I have been seeing Emma I have lost weight and centimetres but not only that I just feel so good. My confidence has increased, I feel like I have more energy and I feel so much brighter. She texts me after each session to let me know how I went and it makes me feel really great. She is so caring and goes well and truely beyond the duty of “JUST’ a personal trainer, she has become a good close friend and confidant. I never thought I would have stuck at it this long but with her support I have managed to last the distance and the best thing about it, is I am loving it! I love her hug’s at the end of each session!!

Gloria – Gisborne

Sonja – (Testimonial)

Hi, My name is Sonja. I have been a client of Emma’s for 8 weeks.  I have found Emma to be very motivating. I prefer to workout with her as she makes me work harder for my goals.
Being a non physical person for some time she has encouraged me to change. The results have been fantastic! I have lost 20cm off my tummy! Knowing that Emma has been down the same path with her weight loss just makes me more motivated, I look at her and think “wow I could get close to that” I am 20 years older so need to be somewhat realistic!!  lol

She is a sweetheart, she even remembers my cats names! You couldn’t ask for a better personal trainer…….

I can’t wait to reach my goal, I know it’s possible if Emma is beside me.

Sonja – Gisborne

Manda – (Testimonial)

After taking on study, a new job and trying to cope with shift work, I began to notice that due to this new busy lifestyle I hadn’t been looking after myself very well at all! I was eating easy meals and I found it extremely hard to find the time to exercise. Until I found outline health! A friend introduced me to Emma, which was daunting because I couldn’t remember the last time I had stepped into a gym! But Emma made everything easy. She worked with me to find a programme that I enjoyed doing and I was able to fit the gym around my busy, and ever-changing schedule. She was very approachable, caring and friendly, just the thing I needed to kick-start me into a healthier lifestyle. Her on going encouragement and enthusiasm has made it easy to keep at it. I also love how private the gym is, and how you can go as little or as often as you like without the expense of a costly membership. This flexibility and Emma’s support is what keeps me coming back. Thanks Em!

Manda – Gisborne