Personal Training · White Plains, NY
Honest coaching. Real results. The occasional dad joke.
Most people don't quit fitness because they're lazy. They quit because nobody was paying attention. The program wasn't working. Or honestly — it just wasn't fun.
That's a fixable problem.
"Dave, I really love our training sessions."
— L.M., Client
60 seconds. No script. Just an honest conversation about what working together actually looks like.
What I've found after a decade of coaching is this: the workouts themselves rarely become enjoyable right away. Most people have to sacrifice things they'd rather be doing to show up consistently.
What I've also found is that it can be made enjoyable — not by the workout itself, but by who you do it with, and how well the program actually fits your life. That's what I try to get right.
"You can find a solid program on the internet for $47. Go do it at a low cost gym — free, free, free. But will someone be there to give you immediate feedback? Will there be somebody to keep you engaged on the days you feel meh?"— David, Strong by Lee
My clients come to me because they need help reaching their goals. They stay for the experience.
A program built around you — not a template with your name on it. Someone who notices when the weight needs to go up, when your form is off, and when you've had a rough week and need a different kind of push.
You're treated like a human being who has a life outside the gym. Your schedule, your injuries, your bad days — all of it matters, and all of it gets factored in.
As a registered dietitian, I bridge the gap between training and eating in a way most coaches can't. No fad diets. No elimination. Just practical guidance that works alongside your real life.
No waiting for equipment. No intimidating gym floor. Just a fully equipped private space where you can focus, make mistakes, ask questions, and yes — occasionally groan at a bad joke.
I didn't play sports growing up. I was never the athletic one. I still don't love working out, and I'm not going to pretend otherwise.
I work out because I want to stay strong and healthy for the things that actually matter — like being able to run with my kids, throw a ball, and not get winded doing it.
I became a coach almost by accident. What I found along the way was that helping someone through something hard — and watching them come out the other side — is its own thing entirely.
You've tried fitness before and it didn't stick — and you're not entirely sure why
Big commercial gyms feel impersonal, intimidating, or just not for you
You want a program built around your body, your goals, and your actual schedule
You're managing old injuries, chronic pain, or have been told to "take it easy"
You need your hour at the gym to also function as a break from your day
You want to feel capable and strong for life — not just for the mirror
No judgment. No cookie-cutter programs. No yelling. The dad jokes, however, are non-negotiable.
"David is an absolute joy to work with: smart, knowledgeable, enthusiastic — and his dad jokes make the hour fly. Truly a life-changing experience. A+++."
B.R. · Google Review · 16 months
"A workout with David is never devoid of encouragement, pushing and challenging your strength, thoughtful conversations and a good laugh. David's services suits anyone — regardless of gender, age group or past injuries."
N.P. · Google Review · 8+ years
"I think David is so effective because he is impressively observant and excels at optimizing a workout strategy for each client while avoiding injuries. It's clear how he genuinely cares about helping his clients."
E.R. · Google Review
"Each session with David is unique. He provides a different workout each time catered to my specific needs and goals. Working out with David has made me feel more confident, made me stronger and each session is fun."
L.M. · Google Review
"He stood out to me due to his expertise and super FUNNY personality. Each workout was unique and his explanations behind different movements impressed me."
N.K. · Google Review
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