TrainSMART Personal Fitness

Fantastic experience: I observed Joe Fox and his team as part of a physical medicine and rehab rotation during my third year of medical school. Joe welcomed me from the beginning and I immediately felt like a member of the team. Him and his team are incredibly knowledgeable on techniques and exercises to improve physical health and to get people back to doing things they love. They truly care about every client and will go to extreme measures to ensure clients are happy and getting the most out of the experience. I highly recommend Trainsmart to anyone looking to better themselves and be the best they can be, physically and mentally.

Fantastic experience: I’m 66 and I started at Train Smart less than a year ago after a back injury from strenuous yard work. Brandon Mancuso, Jake Thide, and the other trainers have done a magnificent job not only to allow me to heal, but to strengthen my body to a point where I can feel confident in doing challenging activities again. My flexibility and core strength are noticeably improved. The personal attention I received from all trainers there has been beyond my expectations.

Fantastic experience: Joe and his team are extremely knowledgeable and are fantastic at what they do. I am a PTA student that went to trainSMART, Joe gave my class a great training session and tought us alot. I would definitely go to see him for training or send patients to him. 10/10

Fantastic experience: Joe is incredibly knowledgeable and well educated. This translated well into the instruction I received with the right feedback. He was able to instruct and coach a group into form tweaks and improvements in just a short time. I was able to walk away with more knowledge on movement and form that will help me in my personal fitness and career goals.

Fantastic experience: Joe is very knowledgeable and enjoyable to work with! He took time out of his busy schedule to host a group session for my classmates and I. We learned so much thanks Joe!

Fantastic experience: I would recommend Joe and TrainSmart to anyone looking to better their life and fitness. He is incredibly detailed and well researched. He took time out of his busy schedule to spend 2.5 hours teaching my PTA class about the importance of core strength and exercises, and how it can benefit our future patients. He’s not only a great trainer, but a natural born teacher that left our entire class with an incredible perspective that wasn’t in our textbooks. Thank you so much Joe!

Fantastic experience: I have known Joe since High School, and his enthusiasm and passion for fitness dates all the way back to those days. When I decided I wanted to take my training to the next level, Joe was the 1st person I thought of. He did not disappoint!!! Joe helped me to create a personal routine that not only allowed me to reach my goals, but he did it in a way the also fit with my busy business travel lifestyle. So from South Africa, Mexico, New Zealand and even right here in Western New York, I am able to workout knowing I am improving my total body. Thanks Joe!!

Fantastic experience: Joe is an incredible trainer that truly cares for his clients! His knowledge and passion to help people live without pain shows through in everything he does. It is a true pleasure to work with him!

Fantastic experience: Brandon, Jake, and the team at Trainsmart are THE best when it comes to personal training tailored to your goals. I have been there for 6 months and have learned the proper way to lift and build my core. You will not get hurt at this gym.

Fantastic experience: This is the best personal training in Buffalo! All the trainers are knowledgeable and friendly! They are always focused on the little details to help you improve your health! Truly life changing fitness!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART offers the best training staff, from knowledge within the field to truly caring for the wellbeing of their clients. They honestly change lives for the better and you will not regret joining TrainSMART!

Fantastic experience: TrainSmart is the full package! Coaches who care about you and your health, an amazing gym facility with great equipment, and a comforting environment that makes you want to come back. TrainSmart will get rid of your pain and will make you stronger, faster, and more functional! This type of training will make daily activities easier and pain-free. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART is the best sports performance and rehab concierge to train at and get better in the Western NY area. Everyone here is just amazing at what they do and how they treat ALL their clients. You will learn and grow with each Functional Strength Coach and Doctor you work with here. Absolutely kind hearted people who love to give back to the community around them by developing specially designed programs made specifically to the clients personal needs and health goals. Totally recommend their services to ANYONE looking to get stronger and healthier.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox is a great guy and is an amazing personal trainer.

Fantastic experience: HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I just entered my 6th month with TrainSMART and what a wonderful ride it's been. I've dealt with debilitating pain for ~4 years now and have done multiple rounds of physical therapy, chiropractic, massage (deep tissue, fascial, etc), and even OMT, to little results. I noticed at my many PT sessions that I felt better when exercising, but PT didn't provide the hands-on, formal instruction that I needed to learn/progress. Enter TrainSMART! I found TrainSMART online due to their incredible reviews and boy did they live up to them! Fast forward to today, after 5 months of 2-3 sessions a week (mix of private/semi-private), I wish I found TrainSMART years ago. After an hour session, I leave at a 0-1 on the 10 pain scale. An unbelievable achievement. I finally can do so many things I struggled to do before. Stop spending your time, effort, and money elsewhere. You deserve the care, attention, and personalization that TrainSMART offers. Their trainers are elite resources of knowledge and experience, who treat you like family. Change your life today - you only get one body.

Fantastic experience: My son injured his back and he needed some rehabbing and I reached out to Joe and he understood the stage of recovery my son was at and his team…Brandon, Jake, Molly and Carley were wonderful. They helped and showed my son what needed to be done to strengthen his muscles and the proper way to maneuver. I am very thankful that we found TrainSmart. Great team

Fantastic experience: Only the highest of recommendations. Joe and Brendan helped me get through some extreme back pain. So worth it.

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructors. I have made huge improvements in my strength training in just a few months. Highly recommend Joe and his team. They take their training very seriously and their passion for fitness is infectious. I recommend them without hesitation!

Fantastic experience: I've been working out with TrainSMART for six months, and I am seeing amazing changes in my strength, core stability and confidence in my body image! This is no ordinary gym! My customized fitness plan is like no other I have experienced in past gyms, group workout classes, or fitness regimes. It is effective and fast. Some of the exercises I could not even do in the beginning were tweaked to meet me where I was at, and now I do them well, without the modification. Before I started with Trainsmart, I was in a lot of back pain and joint pain in my knees ankles, and wrists. My balance and stability were weak. Now that pain is mostly gone, and my core stability is so much stronger! I highly recommend jumping in and taking your body to levels that will surprise you! I am so happy I did!!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART sets the standard for personal fitness, health and nutrition. If you do not read anymore of this review, just know that you will not find a more encouraging and knowledgeable staff than at TrainSMART, and you should not hesitate or be intimidated by walking in their doors and improving your life. I referred my mother, who was in her early 60s, to TrainSMART and Joe Fox (President) in hopes of her finding someone that would truly invest in her and optimize her health. Joe has exceeded all expectations in this regard. After years of trying the “start-walking-on-the-treadmill and then lift-this-weight” trainers at various local gyms, we found someone that did not just settle on what is typical. Instead, Joe started with a blank sheet of paper and truly evaluated the health needs of my mother and developed a program that was right for her. It is not a static program either; it evolves and adapts as progress is made, maintaining a challenging yet achievable tempo. The personalized program is grounded in Joe’s decades of experience and true love for what he does. Further, the encouragement that Joe offers is incredible. He has taken someone that was once intimidated and scared of a gym setting and turned her into a confident and motivated individual. The positive change that I have seen in my mother’s life over just a few months is profound. She is physically stronger, more confident, mentally healthier and, most importantly, simply happier. I did not think this change was possible. If someone told me that Joe walked on water, I would believe them :) This is not just a review of TrainSMART. It is a public thank you to Joe and his staff for going above and beyond to make a positive difference in people’s lives. It may sound extreme, but I believe they have set my mother on an entirely different path towards a higher quality of living and in all likelihood added years if not decades to her life. Thank you for what you are doing and continue to do – the world needs more people like those at TrainSMART.

Fantastic experience: Joe and his team are very knowledgeable and take the time to teach you how to work out safely. Each coach is pleasant and is also familiar with you and your training plan. I am grateful to Joe for his knowledge, compassion, and taking time to talk roy me about my goals. Give TrainSmart a try, you will be happy you did!

Fantastic experience: I would just like to say, the people at Trainsmart are the most caring and comprehensive professionals, and consider myself lucky to be part of some thing, that has taken me from back issues, and worry regarding age, to a new place of vitality and strength! I am constantly surprised at what I can do in a day, in comparison to my other life before seeking them out. They have listened and evolved with me. And, I am grateful.

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART has changed my life and that is not an exaggeration. I had the unfortunate experience of having severe and debilitating knee pain right before Christmas 2022. It was clear that this was not something that would improve without some life changes and professional support. I stated training with Joe Fox at TrainSMART after the start of the New Year. With his excellent knowledge base and ability to motivate, I was quickly on my way to recovery (WITH NO SURGERY!) I started out limping and barely able to walk, but after three months. I can most days walk without any pain and I continue to improve. I feel healthier and stronger since I began training with Joe. By the way, I'm a 64 year old woman! He has taught me it is never too late to adopt healthy habits! He is incredibly supportive, patient and kind. I feel comfortable with him and his establishment, and he continues to increase my confidence everyday. I used to despise exercise but now I miss it when I happen to miss a session at TrainSMART. Do yourself a favor, do not put it off, start now. I wish I had picked up the phone and called Joe many years ago.

Fantastic experience: I would unreservedly recommend TrainSmart Personal Fitness to anyone looking for personal training in the Buffalo area. They provide smart, safe, and effective strength training, nutrition coaching, and rehab-oriented exercise for anyone coming in with an in injury or physical limitation. The owners and coaches are thoughtful, caring, and truly want to help. Plus, they are the best in the business!

Fantastic experience: The team at TrainSmart are first class! Working with Molly has been a pleasure; her attention to detail and focus on developing my program to eliminate back pain has propelled my personal fitness to a new level. Joe has been an incredible resource with an eye for detail. He connected me with renowned back pain specialists in the area. He not only set up an appointment for me to see a specialist, but also attended the appointment along with Molly, payed close attention to the doctor's recommendations, and integrated the doctor's recommendations into my program immediately. You're not going to find dedication and attention like the folks at TrainSmart anywhere else. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars!

Fantastic experience: I've been training at TrainSMART for about seven months now and I am beyond impressed. Not only is the facility extremely convenient for me, being located in the same building as where I work, but the staff and trainers are all truly top-notch. They are incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and gracious, especially Dr. Mancuso, who has worked very closely with me to design my programs and keep me on track and motivated toward my goals. Prior to starting at TrainSMART, I was nearing the end of my rope with my lower back issues that had been plaguing me for years. I had tried everything short of surgery, but nothing seemed to provide any lasting relief. My chiropractor recommended I give Physical Therapy a try and I was turned on to TrainSMART by a coworker who had a great experience with them. In the short time that I've been training there, I have had a transformational improvement in my lower back health. I am happy to report that I am almost symptom-free now and am able to enjoy activities that I thought were lost to me forever. Overall, I cannot recommend TrainSMART enough. Even if I did not work in the same building I would still take time out of my busy week to go there and get in a workout. They brought me back from the edge and with their help I now live a more fulfilling life. That you Brandon and Joe and everyone at TrainSMART!

Fantastic experience: I am a student at TrainSMART this Spring of 2023 and I have enjoyed every moment of my learning experience! Every single day I hear clients tell me how much TrainSMART has changed their life and brought them out of pain and into a stronger version of themselves. I have learned so much about the correct way to train and relieve low back pain. No other gym takes this much consideration to form and technique. Every trainer is very knowledgeable and fun to work with!

Fantastic experience: I came to TrainSMART in March 2022 having literally never worked out in over 20 years. Decades of traveling for a living had taken a toll on my body, mostly my lower back as I developed bulging/degenerative disks. I had recently fell into some time off from work and decided it was time for a change and to introduce working out into my life. Quite simply, TrainSMART totally changed my mindset and had an immediate impact on lifestyle changes for the better. The trainers are extremely patient and in tune to what you are saying and how your body is moving. Some movements and exercises took me months to finally get, and the trainers were there every step of the way until the light bulb finally turned on and it clicked. In chorus with working out 3 times a week with TrainSMART, I also changed my eating habits and the results were fantastic. Learning new exercises and the programs changing up every month or so keeps it fun and interesting. I look better and feel better, and that's what it's really all about. I have TrainSMART to thank for that and I'm truly better off because I decided to make a phone call and commitment to them. I strongly recommend that you do the same!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training here for the last 6 months and have had nothing short of a transformative experience. The trainers are great, and the flexibility is perfect for professionals with busy schedules! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I signed my teenage daughter up for personal training at TrainSmart. This age group is tricky as they are self conscious! Not only did they make her feel comfortable, but Dr. Mancuso developed a reasonable plan to meet her goals. She looked forward to every workout with her trainer who was hand picked by Joe Fox and she was a wonderful role model for a teenage girl ! As she successfully hit her goals, Dr. Mancuso reevaluated her program to make it more challenging.. TrainSmart is not just for adults, but teens as well! We were so happy with my daughter’s progress that I decided to sign-up for the group training to rehab a bulging disc issue that I had suffered with for 2 years. It made it difficult to walk and go about my daily routine . I had been to doctors, physical therapists and massage therapists, nothing relieved the pain of the disc hitting my sciatica. I was hesitant because I felt I had tried everything but I was wrong ! Dr. Mancuso developed a plan to rehab my back. His program helped me tremendously and the trainer’s that work there have knowledge of the back and how the body works and would make adjustments as we went along. I can tell you that I am able to walk without pain and have learned from the staff at TrainSmart ways to continue to use to rehab my back when I’m at home, or on the road. Thank you TrainSmart for allowing my daughter to build her confidence, self-esteem, and enjoy working out! Also for allowing me to walk without pain, all without any surgeries and no meds ! Everyone on the TrainSmart team has the knowledge necessary to help all people with various issues and goals! Thank you all again! Jaime DelRegno

Fantastic experience: TrainSmart has some of the most dedicated, knowledgeable fitness professionals I have ever worked with. The staff is exceptional top to bottom and they can deliver the results they promise.

Fantastic experience: Joe and his team of trainers are top notch! I came to them with no experience doing strength training and I didn't know what to expect - but within a few weeks I was very comfortable lifting weights and doing other types of training. These folks are great - I can't recommend enough.

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART provides high quality professional care. The team always puts the best interest of the client first. Their passion for learning and teaching is unmatched.

Fantastic experience: This is a review of the spectacular team of Joe Fox and Brandon Mancuso of TrainSmart, but it begins 20 years ago on 9/11, when I was a reporter at the World Trade Center, standing catty-corner from the South Tower when it collapsed. My acute exposure to WTC debris that day led to severe breathing problems and the collapse of my cardiovascular and muscle strength, leaving me with days when it’s a struggle to text, let alone stand up and get outside. But the severity of my circumstances did not scare off Jim or Brandon. In fact, it did quite the opposite. In no uncertain terms, they wanted to help me. On a moment’s notice, Brandon made the time to come see me on a Sunday morning to evaluate my basic functional abilities. He wasn’t interested in seeing whether I could leap a tall building in a single bound. Instead, he honed in on the smallest details of where my body showed limited range of motion and strength, as well as any points of pain. He was warm, patient, encouraging and professional. Little did I know that Brandon’s willingness to accommodate me on a Sunday morning at a moment’s notice was, in fact, this team’s modus operandi. Enter Joe Fox, a trainer who must have a map through the time-space continuum, because he manages to make time for his clients no matter how hectic or unpredictable their schedules may be or, quite literally, where they live in the world. A 10 1/2-hour time difference won’t stop Joe from making time for you. A trainer of Joe’s caliber could choose to work solely with professional athletes and Hollywood celebrities, but he’s less interested in your societal status than in how many glasses of water you’re drinking a day. And he is as committed to helping an octogenarian get back on her feet after surgery as he would be in helping an Olympian address a potentially career-altering injury. My health changes on a day-by-day basis, so Joe adjusts our approach accordingly. To my great fortune, he sees his business as one of subtleties, where seemingly inconsequential choices can make a profound differences in the long run. This sets him apart from other trainers and healthcare professionals, who can grow frustrated with what’s often my one-step-forward-two-steps-back “progress.” Joe understands that the smallest details in people’s everyday lives - like having the strength to stand in line or take a walk - are big wins in my world. As he aptly describes it, “We are quite literally fighting for the millimeters!” It really doesn’t matter if your a competitive athlete or a grandmother — we’re all starting from our own square one. And I’m just so grateful to know that Joe and Brandon are uniquely committed to meeting me wherever I am and have the patience and expertise to help me get to where I want to be. .

Fantastic experience: Excellent place to train with very knowledgeable leaders! Will help you in any way they can!

Fantastic experience: Signing up to workout with TrainSMART has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for my personal health. I’ve tried working out many times, with different trainers and programs on my own, but they’ve never worked for me. TrainSMART’s approach is completely unique and they really focus on form and what is appropriate for the individual, so I’m doing a program that works for me that I can really benefit from, rather than the traditional approach of jumping into workouts I’m not ready for. In the 5 months I’ve been with them, I’m already in the best shape of my life and seeing improvements constantly. Brandon and all of the trainers are great to work with and you can tell they all really care about me and my success. I especially like the virtual option which is key for me to be consistent with my workouts and balance work and family life. TrainSMART is worth every penny and I could not be happier with this program.

Fantastic experience: Joe and Brandon are incredible! The whole team at TrainSmart has helped me get into better shape after 3 kids then I was before! They are professional and extremely knowledgeable about fitness and health! Their virtual training has been the answer to getting myself into the best shape of my life and has healed my core from years of pregnancies! The flexible scheduling and the ability to train at home or anywhere in the world has kept me consistent for well over a year and a half now and offers the flexibility for me to know I can sustain this for years to come! Highly recommend their services!!

Fantastic experience: I've been training with TrainSMART for about a year and half, and I can say that I’m in the best shape I've been in since High School (where I ran cross country and track). Joe, Brandon, Tim, and team do an amazing job of initially analyzing each trainee to understand their strengths and weaknesses, pairing that with your goals, and customizing a program just for you. While other gyms and programs may focus on solely building “glamor muscles” or a CrossFit style focus on doing maximum reps as fast as possible, they follow a scientific approach that focuses on form and allows you to properly gain strength while avoiding injury. With this approach and the focus on building a strong core, their programs are great for people who are looking to get back in shape, fix existing problems, preventively avoid future injuries, and gain strength. There is honestly no other group of trainers that stay up to date with the latest science and techniques. Their attention to the smallest details of your form on every workout is not something that you can get from a $10/month gym or a Peloton membership. I have referred my family and friends (and really anyone I talk to) to TrainSMART. The ones that have joined have raved about the results that they see and feel. Since the early days of COVID, TrainSMART has offered virtual, in-gym, and hybrid ways of working out which has made it even easier for me to stay consistent when in town and traveling. If you’re considering a way to get stronger and healthier, then there is no better recommendation that I could make.

Fantastic experience: I have experienced great benefits by working with the Trainsmart team. They defined and taught a simple effective exercise program with fun diet changes to revive core muscles that over years became dormant for me. This easy program has improved my strength, muscle mass and energy to levels of my younger years. A relaxed atmosphere and very supportive team of coaches worked one on one with me 3 times per week to develop many beneficial lifestyle changes. Thank you.

Fantastic experience: As a student who is currently shadowing at the TrainSMART facility, I’ve I gotten to witness the day-to-day affairs at the facility. After spending around 3 months here, I would say my overall experience has been rather extraordinary, With the numerous staff members I get to see throughout the day, everyone in the facility has the same goal and was the reason I decided to shadow here, to increase functional strength training and improve functional movement, allowing the clients freedom of pain and increased daily activity, which essentially is Quality of Life improvement. With improvement being their ideal goal, I’ve seen clients who have coming in consistently and I’ve seen first-hand the impact TrainSMART has given them. Every client’s goal is different as well, whether it’s to lose weight or improve muscular strength in lower body and lower back, each exercise program given is tailored to the client themselves. They offer onsite training, but since the pandemic they have created online sessions to fulfill the request of those who want to improve themselves, but may be too far to visit. TrainSMART is dedicated to their clients and truly want to make sure their clients achieve their goals.

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART and Joe Fox are a perfect fit for my needs. I have literally never been successful at exercise in my entire 51 years until I started with Joe in January of 2021. I enjoy Joe's high energy, positivity, enthusiasm, and warmth. I feel he truly cares for my well-being, and each time we meet, I feel I've done some good self-care. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I have had the pleasure of presenting beside Joe Fox for a number of wellness sessions for professional organizations. He is a dedicated professional who is extremely knowledgeable and thorough in helping individuals understand and apply the proper techniques to help them alleviate pain, avoid injury and achieve their personal fitness goals. I would highly recommend the services that TrainSMART offers to both individuals and groups.

Fantastic experience: I attended an extremely informative 1 hour workshop and left several helpful take-a-ways that I will incorporate into my routine, meal plan and eating habits! I highly recommend the workshop!! Thanks Joe!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART Personal Fitness recently provided a company-wide training that our entire staff found to be very beneficial and full of really interesting facts. We all came away learning a LOT - it is clear that Joe and Brandon are extremely knowledgeable about health and fitness. I would recommend them to anyone!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART delivered a fantastic presentation to my law firm team. Joe Fox taught us some simple and easy ways to stay healthy and lose weight. Joe and his team are the BEST in WNY, hands-down. We can't wait to book him for another workshop.

Fantastic experience: I attended the TrainSMART workshop on Tuesday, March 23rd. It was a very insightful presentation, and I learned a few key things from it. The speaker, Joe, really emphasized how muscle burns fat, and how we need to find plans that work for us and stick to them. Instead of trying to achieve the high goals and jump into complex training or diet plans, we need to find a more achievable plan that aligns with our lifestyles. It is also important to note that it is fine to splurge occasionally and enjoy foods we like, but we must get right back into the diet again after for us not to lose our gains. I felt that Joe delivered the points in a thorough manner, easy to follow along, and I was able to take away many tips that I can apply to my own lifestyle in order to improve my health and wellness. It was very realistic and many would benefit from attending a workshop or learning more about what TrainSMART has to offer!

Fantastic experience: Great customized workout design, helpful instruction, and the accountability I was looking for to help me get on track with my goals! Thanks!

Fantastic experience: So grateful to have discovered TrainSMART. The team here is easily the most educated and informed group of trainers in the area. Their knowledge of the form and function of the human body allows them to keep each and every client moving pain free while achieving their fitness goals. You will not be disappointed with your experience here!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART is a fitness group which focuses on functional movement exercise. Joe and Brandon along with the other team members have tons of knowledge and experience. They work great with people of all skill levels and experience!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART is an exceptional organization, Joe and Brandon are the epitome of professionalism and take great pride in their work. This is not your typical personal training experience. TrainSMART relies on science based data and the best educators in the field of health and fitness today, to continually develop truly exceptional solutions that they can then deliver to their clients. To them, training isn’t just their profession, it is their art. TrainSMART is dedicated to the process, never cutting corners, and always going the extra mile.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox is very knowledgeable, he listens to whats going on and digs deep to find the cause and solutions. Ive been working with Joe about 2 months for low back pain, I enjoy and look forward to our sessions and we are making progress. I plan to continue seeing him post back pain to work on strength gains and general fitness. One of my favorite parts of our sessions is how he explains a safer way to execute a certain movement.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox does an excellent job at designing programs suitable to his client’s needs. Understand that when working with Joe, you will notice that your lifestyle may change and making adjustments to those changes aren’t easy. But what separates Joe from most trainers is how close he is to you outside of training sessions. Despite his busy schedule, Joe would always find time to talk to me throughout the week about my obstacles from his programs and from there he would find adequate solutions. Joe is also very personable, I think he has many accomplishments throughout his career, probably enough to have bragging rights, but he remains humble. I best describe him as a perennial student. Always catching up to the latest scientific research relevant to his field. He’s set a standard for the future of personal training. I would HIGHLY recommend TrainSMART to anyone in need of self-improvement.

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART is unlike any other gym or fitness facility I’ve ever used. Joe Fox and his staff are consummate professionals. From the initial assessment through program design, implementation and execution of the program, you’re never in the dark and always in a position to succeed. They take the time to explain the why, instead of simply selling you sessions. If you’re in pain and want to live pain free, if you’re recovering from surgery, or if you want to take whatever your game is to the next level, I highly recommend you contact TrainSMART.

Fantastic experience: In my line of work I am sitting/standing still for much of the day. I have found that, over time, I am developing lower back problems and experiencing severe chronic pain as a result of my work behavior. This is not an uncommon story among software developers and others who spend so much time working on computers. My constant lower back pain resulted in me being less willing to exercise and to be active. Of course, less exercise (and less movement in general) only compounded my lower back issues and a downward spiral had clearly begun. At a friend's suggestion I contacted Joe Fox and he personally assured me that with his help I would be able to take control of my own back pain likely without surgery or medications. I LOVED the sound of this. (I had spent time with various Physical Therapists and had realized some good results but nothing that actually made me feel “in-control” of the situation) After training with Joe, Brandon, and the rest of their team regularly I feel that have finally taken control of my back pain. I cannot stress enough how liberating a feeling this is. I am back to exercising (safely) and have even gotten back to a few sports I didn’t think that I would ever be able to return to. For those who experience common work-related back/neck pain I cannot recommend TrainSMART enough. For those who work in offices all day and do not [yet] have any back/neck pain I highly recommend TrainSMART because they will teach you how to avoid these problems before they start.

Fantastic experience: I've been working with TrainSMART for almost a year now and I've enjoyed every moment of it (well maybe not the planks). My favorite aspect of TrainSMART is that each and every session is tailored to me. Joe, Brandon and the rest of the trainers are great, knowledgeable people and really understand my goals and how to execute them. Since I started at TrainSMART I feel stronger, smarter and healthier. I would recommend them 11/10 times to family, friends and anyone that wants to overall feel better.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox is very passionate and committed to finding the proper fitness program that will meet your personal goals. His holistic approach goes beyond just physical training to include other aspect of client lifestyles that may be affecting their overall wellness. The programs developed challenge you both physically and mentally and are done in a manner that bring you along progressively. Joe Fox and TrainSMART is the perfect place for anyone of any age group that is looking to feel better and improve their overall quality of life.

Fantastic experience: I personally think TrainSmart is a one of those rare "training" facilities that address the problems insurance-based physical therapy cannot manage due to the restrictions on the American healthcare system. As a competing athlete, I've faced my fair share of bodily discomfort and injuries, going to 5 physical therapy places that offer cold pack,hot pack, electrode therapy, acupuncture, and massage as modalities, and very cookie cutter exercise prescriptions that only have served in temporarily reducing pain, not curing the root. In the short month I have been attending, I've had reduction in symptoms of pain that are permanent, and have increased my athletic performance from through a method of training the fundamentals that are neglected in most strength and conditioning coaches I have trained under to this day. Joe Fox and Brandon Mancuso are excellent rehab specialists that are passionate at what they do, and are life long learners, and work with an extensive network of capable MDs and Physical Therapists to thoroughly treat patients. I highly recommend TrainSmart whether it be for weight-loss, rehabilitation, and to improve athletic performance.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox and his staff are men of their word. If you have pain anywhere and you been told theirs nothing that you can do to get out if it or that you’ll need an invasive procedure, look no further than TrainSmart. Joe and his staff are extremely knowledgable and are THE BEST personal trainers in WNY. If you have any health, fitness, or improving your quality of life goals TrainSmart is the place to get the help you need to get it done.

Fantastic experience: Very Engaging Presentation. The Team learned a great deal about the impacts of sitting long term and how to combat small things we do daily to protect our back health!

Fantastic experience: Joe is great! Very knowledgeable and in tune with real world fitness to help everyone and anyone.

Fantastic experience: EXCELLENT PRESENTATION. VERY INFORMATIVE.

Fantastic experience: Great training and knowledgeable staff

Fantastic experience: The most mundane and oftentimes skipped exercises and stretches for me, like planks, come alive under Joe and Brandon’s tutelage. Not only do they teach the proper form, but you learn all of the reasons why the exercise is right for you and the benefits you will reap from your hard work due to the enormous breadth of knowledge possessed by the trainers at TrainSMART. Now these so-called “boring” exercises become my favorite activities in the gym as I know they will, without a doubt, help me achieve the fitness goals that I have set for myself.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox is the guru of fitness/health. No smoke in mirrors or snake oil.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox, CEO of TrainSmart is incredibly passionate when it comes to health and wellness. I absolutely recommend his services. Especially for folks in their 40s,50s, 60s, and beyond who want to wake up each day feeling healthy and invigorated.

Fantastic experience: I have trained at many different personal training gyms and always pushed myself to muscle failure . As a former athlete this has lead to lower back pain and stiffness along with a limited range of motion. Since training at Trains Mart , I have regained my core strength , improved my balance , and best if all no long recovery time after work outs. Joe Fox and team are the most qualified and efficient team to and gain stregth and healthy way of getting results . Dean S.

Fantastic experience: Joes expertise in fitness and nutrition has been a huge upgrade for my workouts and overall health. Understanding proper technique has lead to increased results with less chance for setbacks. His excitement for your well being is infectious! Thanks Joe! Jon Heinold

Fantastic experience: I attended "Sitting on a Time Bomb - What Happens When We Sit & What Can We Do About It" given by Joe Fox. It was a mini MBA on positive backcare, sitting and health. Joe has a commanding knowledge of the subject matter and lead the group through pragmatic, simple and exceedingly helpful methods of improving your physical health. His proven experience, and knowledge, along with engaging style, relayed nuggets of information and immediately useful concepts to help me improve my lifestyle. The hour long seminar was certainly worth the time - because his suggestions worked. Thank you Joe!

Fantastic experience: Amazing expertise, you are getting the best for your quality of life with TrainSMART!

Fantastic experience: I was at Buffalo for a month due to work and getting to know TrainSMART was the best decision I made! I suffer a constant shoulder and neck stiffness due to my occupation and Joe and his team was so helpful teaching me how to relieve my pain. I mostly worked with Matt, Tim, and Andrew but all the trainers are simply amazing. They are very professional and knowledgeable about the exercises they teach and they taught me not only how to use my body but also how to protect them. My shoulder feels better than ever and I just wish I had more time with TrainSMART. Thank you so much for all your help!

Fantastic experience: I attended the GolfSMART workshop offered by TrainSMART on 7/25/19. This presentation was outstanding and based upon science and was very empowering. Mr. Joe Fox and Dr. Brandon Mancuso did exactly what they promised. They strategically and intelligently presented the facts based upon research and then presented the simple exercises that were designed to help improve your golf game at any level without experiencing any low back pain. As a local WNY high school golf coach and a Level One golf coach for the First Tee of WNY, I found that these skills and exercises are transferable to the student-athletes I coach and or instruct. No matter the age or level of experience, the skills presented by TrainSMART can and will make the difference and help improve and grow the game of golf. The skills introduced in the workshop provided an excellent base that will allow the golfers to warm their bodies and loosen the muscles and joints prior to starting the golf round. What was refreshing was that these sport science professionals made the learning environment fun, engaging and spoke at a level where anyone can learn and understand the concepts and skills presented. They allowed us to videotape the presentation and answer all questions asked. If you are looking for place to train and what want to improve your golf game. I highly recommend TrainSmart. Golf is a life-long sporting activity that can and should be enjoyed by all. However, the sport of golf places demands on our bodies (repetitive movement patterns) that if done incorrectly can cause health problems (low back issues)., which affects ones personal enjoyment level. Spending 20 minutes a day incorporating the skills taught can and will make the difference, change your life and allow you to grow and enjoy your golf game. Keep up the great work and please develop more GolfSMART workshop. You are making a difference by providing these educational workshops. Joseph Muscarella NYS Health & Physical Education Teacher, Park School of Buffalo Head Golf Coach, Level One Golf Coach for the First Tee of WNY & Director of Athletic Coaching Education - University @ Buffalo

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working with the TrainSmart team for six months now both on the chiropractic side and the training side. I came in with major lower back pain due to an accident. I’d wake up in pain and with limited mobility every day. I’m happy to say that they get results. I now get up pain free most days, I am much stronger, and my mobility has improved. I can do activities I could no longer do before. We only get one body and I’m psyched to have the TrainSmart team helping me take care of mine.

Fantastic experience: Joe is an amazing trainer and really can connect with every individual he coaches. He has helped me throughout my high school and college tennis career and has given me tools to help me with my athletic career for the rest of my life. I highly recommend TrainSMART.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox and all the trainer’s commitment to find the proper exercise, technique, and form to get every client out of pain is second to none. You can feel the personal commitment that they have for each and every person they train. I have been going there for 3 months now and would tell anyone with back pain or any kind of physical pain to give Train Smart a try, you won’t be sorry.

Fantastic experience: Trainsmart is an amazing semi private gym! Trainsmart really focus on individual needs and will work on improving any limitations you may have in a safe manner. Each of the trainers will go the extra mile for you to make sure you are getting the most of each workout and improving.

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART is personal training facility unlike I have ever seen before. Their belief is you don't have to lift heavy to get stronger. The exercises that are prescribed to the clients are catered to the individual and translate very well into activities of daily living. TrainSMART uses evidence based practice to help their clients achieve their goal . I believe TrainSMART will be the leader in sports medicine; no matter what your goals are, if it is to be able to get back on your feet after an injury or you want to shed a few pounds, TrainSMART is the place. Don't train hard, TrainSMART.

Fantastic experience: Joe had an in house training called Core Training 101 which was excellent. I learned more in this one training than I did my entire last semester that I had in college. Everything that I had learned from this training had challenged what i had known about the core already and how basically a majority of my workout when I go to the gym is not good for me in the long run and needs to be revised. One big concept that I had taken home for myself was what I had learned about the abdominal. The purpose of the abdominal is to resist motion. However, more often than not, when we see people in the gym, the exercises they do, they do with the intent of creating motion even though the abs are more for anti rotation and to prevent one from going into lumbar over extensions as an example. So Joe and his team are excellent at making sure the clients achieve their goals while at the same time making sure to correct deficiencies, and their exercises all have evidence based practice behind them from some of the leaders in functional strength training and safe back training.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox from Trainsmart Personal Fitness was at the office I work at, for a nutrition talk in January 2019. Joe's presentation was very informative and was a good fit for those that are already on the road to eating healthy and for those of us that are trying to get on that road! I have been to other seminars etc, and often times the speakers make you feel like a total failure, Joe was extremely encouraging and he made sure he talked to everyone about how to make getting healthy as a way of life, not a diet, and how the small changes he suggested were a sustainable way to start for everyone to get on a healthy path!. We will be having Joe come back again for additional speaking engagements and I am looking forward to them. Thanks Joe Fox1

Fantastic experience: Joe, Brandon and the rest of the team are all incredibly knowledgeable with an integrated approach to personal training which really works. I trained with this group in preparation for a black belt test and feel the training I received from TS was instrumental in achieving the overall conditioning I needed for that test (shout out to Tim on this one as well, ty Tim!!). They differentiate themselves from other personal training groups in many ways technically which I really enjoyed. Above ALL of that, this team really cares. Thanks guys for a needed great gym in Buffalo!!

Fantastic experience: Great environment, knowledgeable and skilled team. Great place to learn, improve ones health strength and fitness.

Fantastic experience: Outstanding team! Professional guidance every step of the way. Joe and his staff are very detail oriented, making sure that you understand exactly why they are pointing you in a particular direction.

Fantastic experience: It’s an awesome place to workout individual programming...great place to rehab and build strength

Fantastic experience: Highly educated and Top trainers and health care providers in the area. Not only can they help get you in shape, they can help fix most orthopedic problems and help make sure they don't plague you forever. They have a unique approach to fitness and health. I fully endorse them!!!!!

Fantastic experience: After many years of chronic back issues this team completely changed my entire work out and stretching routine. Mainly because everything I was doing was wrong. IThat was October of 2016. 2 plus years later and I haven’t had a major back crisis since. Thank You Joe Fox and Team.

Fantastic experience: The trainers keep you motivated. The workouts at first seem simple but they are targeted movements that really get results. I love the Bear Crawl, it hurts so good lol.

Fantastic experience: I was extremely impressed with TrainSmart's trainers. I have been dealing with a 20 year shoulder injury that held me back from my full potential in any type of physical work or exercise. Within two or three sessions the staff zeroed in on the exact location of the injury, targeted it with therapeutic and strengthening movements which helped and that I still use on my own to this day. They are the most skilled staff in training and rehabilitation that I have been to and I worked with several over 20 years

Fantastic experience: In having a close professional relationship with Joe and his team I have seen first hand how they conduct their business as well as his care for his clients. He truly gives the one on one care it takes to reach your goals and keeps you safe by perfecting your form. Clearly the place you want to go to better your function, improve quality of life, and reach your overall fitness goals!

Fantastic experience: The staff here are genuinely some of the smartest, most dedicated folks around. They’re not dedicated to just learning and refining their craft, but they’re dedicated to you. Joe, Brandon and the team are constantly doing things right - if you need a boost in your training, a step in the right direction, or guidance on how to start, you NEED to be here.

Fantastic experience: Joe and his staff at TrainSMART are exceptional. They are truly industry leaders. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a customized fitness program or for any business looking to develop a wellness program.

Fantastic experience: Joe and Brandon and the team are THE best. Customized programs,concerned with doing it right,professional. If you have a fitness goal, they will get you there. HIGHLY recommend.

Fantastic experience: Joe Fox, Brandon Mancuso and the entire team at TrainSMART are very knowledgable and extremely professional. They create an easy going and friendly environment ideal for a fun work out. Their attention to detail and constant encouragement is one of the many reasons as to why I look forward to going to my classes at TrainSMART. Before I began training with them in January 2018, I had started to gain more weight than ever before. I wanted to change. The expert team at TrainSMART put together a program for the goals I wanted to achieve and within a few months I saw significant weight loss and noticeable muscle tone. In addition to this, my posture improved and my upper back problems were significantly reduced. I am eager to continue training with them.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working out at trainSmart for the past 2 years. I’ve found that all team members work ethics to be highly above my expectations. Joe has created a very modernized gym facility. Before beginning working at trainSmart they accessed my movement patterns & limitations. They wrote up a personalized workout program tailored to my needs. Along the way modifications were made accordingly to my capability. Joe Fox & his team are highly knowledgeable, encouraging & compassionate about their clients. The training team pushes me to a point where I wouldn’t go on my own. Being apart of trainSmart has changed both my mental & physical approach to positive mind, body & wellness techniques. Matt Veronica DPT, is a Physical Therapist with the team & also a part of MoveWell 1:1 Physical Therapy. I had a shoulder replacement in May of this year & did my rehab here, working on mobility & strength training step by step. I was truly amazed at how quickly I recovered as was my surgeon. My shoulder is pain free & stronger than ever...thank you Matt for your expertise. TrainSmart also has a chiropractor, Dr. Brandon Mancuso, DC., also a personal trainer. To me it’s a one stop facility that helps to correct the many facets of your body. Joe has mentored many, whom are now very sought out “EXPERTS” in the field. They also have a diverse range of clients both by age & profession’s. TrainSmart has a very inviting facility & I’ve never been happier!!

Fantastic experience: I’ve worked with Joe and Dr. Brandon for over a month now. These guys are very professional and dedicated. They have been very accommodating to my busy schedule. Most important my chronic lower back and shoulder pain is pretty much gone. Highly recommend these guys!!

Fantastic experience: TrainSMART is truly a unique environment built by the most compassionate and skilled doctors and therapists in town! Making the decision to become a client was one the best decisions I have ever made for my overall health. The doctors and trainers work together to design customize programs to facilitate recovery from injury with progression steps to gain and improve strengthen and endurance. I finally believe I will overcome the challenges I've faced from low back pain and other injuries in order to maintain a healthy active lifestyle. In addition, the team whole heartily cares about clients and it shows in the work they do. I love this gym and get excited for every session I spend in the facility!

Fantastic experience: Highly customized Physical wellness program that comes with a deep knowledge of Medicine and physical therapy! I highly recommend Joe Fox and his team. They come right to my office and home!

Fantastic experience: After a back injury and surgery, I was struggling to find a place to train hard without fear of reinjuring myself. I have worked out at several fitness clubs and with multiple personal trainers in the Buffalo area, and I knew I needed trainers with more expertise who would closely monitor my workouts and progress. I am so thankful I found TrainSMART. TrainSMART has the most competent, knowledgeable trainers I have ever worked with. I have been working out here for a little over a year and in addition to regaining my strength, my back pain has steadily decreased. The TrainSMART team gives their clients the personal attention and instruction that is frustratingly absent at so many gyms. Their dedication to their clients in deeply impressive and I cannot thank them enough for their help in my recovery!

Fantastic experience: The trainers at TrainSMART are helping me recover from lower back disc herniations when my doctor told me surgery was my only option. They have a unique model of personal training, with highly qualified staff members comprised of physical therapists, chiropractors, and personal trainers. They offer something that I couldn't find elsewhere... a smart blend of physical therapy and personal training with qualified staff, smart, personalized programming, with slow, smart progression and form correction. Can't recommend them highly enough! They have helped me improve my quality of life, and for that I am forever grateful.

Fantastic experience: Joe and Brandon and the team at TrainSMART are amazing. I am walking better, feeling stronger and my over all health has increased dramatically. I have recommended TrainSmart and the team to several other folks. These folks are fantastic.

Fantastic experience: I searched for a place to train for a long while before settling on TrainSMART and I don't think I could've made a better pick. I didn't really have much gym experience before coming to TrainSMART but that was no issue with them. When it came to creating a program that met my goals and giving me the tools and guidance to get there, they were amazing. If you're on the fence I'd say sit down with Joe or Brandon and you'll quickly realize what a great operation they have running.

Fantastic experience: Joe, Brandon and the staff at Trainsmart are extremely knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. They really care about their clients and work hard addressing the key issues holding them back or causing them pain. I have had many musculoskeletal issues and they have gotten me to a place where I feel like I am still getting a great workout without the pain I have felt in the past. They tailor the workouts from person to person, which is great since everyone’s body and tolerance for certain movement patterns are different. I highly recommend them!