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'After herniating a disc back in 2014 I tried many solutions: physios, acupuncture, other specialists, but nothing helped. Then I started working with Andy about 18 months ago. I've been pain-free now for more than a year. Training with Andy is the best investment I've made in my health. I would definitely recommend working with him.'
—Manjeet Singh (Paris, France)
'I'm very happy with the training that I do with Andy... I'm now totally pain-free.'
—Christian Steudtner (Alicante, Spain)
'How lucky to have found Andy! For several years I had been suffering from back pain in the lumbar region. I had a series of lower back pain issues despite physiotherapy and regular physical activity. Everything got worse after my pregnancy, and I was starting to despair!
The Low Back Pain Rehab Program saved me! I learned to relieve my pain, to perform the right movements on a daily basis, to restabilize my back and to build my muscles properly.
I appreciated the professional follow-up, the presence and the involvement of Andy, all by video, simple and effective! Thank you!!! I recommend 100%!'
—Rosine Hudbert (Brittany, France)
'I cannot recommend Andy highly enough! Despite being only 24, I suffered from poor posture throughout my adolescence and young adulthood. This, combined with hours spent working on a computer and incorrect form in the gym, led to a severe herniated disc injury. I felt utterly hopeless about being able to sit and work, let alone return to resistance training.
After consulting a doctor, undergoing X-rays, MRIs, and attending several costly physical therapy sessions that provided no significant relief, I decided to turn to Andy, the Back Coach.
Andy's expertise in the human body, along with his extensive knowledge and tailored approach, proved invaluable in helping me make a full recovery. He not only guided me back to my normal life but also helped me safely resume my resistance training routine.
Andy's unwavering support throughout my journey has been truly priceless. If you're struggling with back pain, don't hesitate to reach out to Andy - he genuinely is a miracle worker! Since my recovery, I have confidently referred many friends dealing with debilitating back pain to Andy.'
—Bilel Rais (Bali, Indonesia)
'I had been suffering from a sciatica for the past two years and despite seeing osteopaths and trying all sorts of pain killers and exercises, I never managed to get rid of it permanently. I got used to living with it, never feeling comfortable, waking up at night etc.
It had become so normal that I hadn’t even mentioned it during my intial consultation with Andy. However, during our first session he immediately noticed something was up. When he realised I had a chronic sciatica he changed my program to focus on that specific problem.
I still thank him every time we meet because not only did my sciatica disappear, but two years down the track, it has NEVER come back - even during pregnancy and after having a baby! So I would more than wholeheartedly recommend Andy for any health and fitness goal you are wanting to achieve.'
—Vanessa Campbell (Paris, France)
I have had a variety of back issues for most of my adult life. I am 57 and have always exercised regularly, but I was at the point where I was taking pain medication daily and regular physiotherapy wasn’t helping to relieve the pain. I was doing an exercise program designed for people with back pain, but I was starting to feel that perhaps it was working against me and I went looking online for a personal trainer who really understood back issues.
In the initial 3-hour session, Andy was meticulous about understanding my history and what kinds of movements both caused and relieved the pain. No other health care provider has taken this kind of time and attention.
The training sessions Andy has put together have been enjoyable, just challenging enough, and with enough variety that they aren’t boring. The app works very well, and Andy has been very responsive to any questions or issues. When something isn’t working for me, he makes suggestions until we find something that helps.
I live in a rural, isolated area so being able to access a personal trainer online is necessary. I wasn’t sure how effective this was going to be, but Andy has unique skills that have made it work very well. It feels very much like we are working together in the same room.
Highly recommended!
—Anne Bennett (Saskatchewan, Canada)
For several months , I suffered from back and leg pain that made it impossible to sit or lie down without constantly changing positions. Skeptical at first, I decided to try the unique approach my PT Andy suggested: targeted postural exercises and continuous reminders about maintaining proper movement hygiene.
Through patient and detailed sessions, Andy taught me how to move correctly, avoid harmful movements for my back, and incorporate these new habits into my daily life. His dedication and attention to detail were crucial for my improvement. In just a few weeks my back pain completely vanished. Now, I can sit and lie down without any discomfort.
Andy's expertise and professionalism are unparalleled.
I highly recommend Andy’s approach to anyone suffering from similar issues: focusing on posture and movement can work wonders.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for freeing me up from pain!
—Angela Grilenzoni (Garda, Italy)
Andy has worked a literal miracle on my back. Before I had almost constant pain and now I have hardly any. His practical approach to strengthening, stretching and movement comes from a place of experience and solid knowledge. My general strength and fitness has also improved so that I can run pain free again. I couldn't recommend him highly enough!
—Sarah Morter-Laing (Toulouse, France)
I injured my back 6 years ago and, since then, I've been dealing with chronic pain. My case has become complex and hard to deal with and working with Andy has brought me back confidence and hope in the near future. He has the skills I need the most: PATIENCE, UNDERSTANDING AND DEDICATION (at least in my case, chronic pain goes beyond physical pain, incurring in psychological insecurity and these skills are key), he is KNOWLEDGEABLE and knows how to identify the little imperceptible things that other practitioners don't, and GIVES ME THE EXERCISES that I need for my recovery, not only to improve my back health but my body's physical condition in general. Thank you very much ANDY.
—Rámon Sánchez Quintanar Ramos (Millau, France)
Andy was absolutely excellent. I've had back issues for years, and I've never been better than after the regiment he arranged.
Not only did Andy point me to what I should be doing, he helped me get rid of some of the exercises I thought were helping that were actually keeping my back injured.
Cannot recommend him enough, super professional, accommodating and personal approach!
—Eugen Alpeza (New York, USA)
After months with pain in the lower back and trying massages, stretching and abdominal exercises, yoga, physiotherapy which worsened the symptoms, I decided to look for a solution that tackled exactly my problem and found Andy.
After a video call to check expectations and modalities we started with a thorough 3 hrs analysis. I was surprised with which detail this is possible via Zoom and yes, Andy has an experienced eye in observing which type of movements are causing pain and how to modify them.
After that, I received a written summary of the analysis and daily exercises. The program was updated every couple of weeks after checking in trying more and other types of exercises. I still receive my daily workout.
The pain improved quickly with the few adjustments in my daily behavior and the exercises, and after a couple of weeks I was pain free almost always.
Thank you so much Andy for your patience and dedication.
The money here is well spent - for the sake of a pain free life.
—Jannett Hucke (Manila, The Philippines)
I have being struggling with my lower back (L4-L5) since almost three years, I had surgery and stopped feeling the pain through my leg but nothing seemed to really work to stop feeling pain in my back.
I decided to contact Andy for help and I think that was the best idea. I have being doing his back program for almost four moths, and having online sessions every two weeks with him.
I am happy to say that now I have days that I really don't notice my back and I started to do more of the ordinary things that I stopped doing because of my back.
He is an extraordinary professional, always kind and willing to help. If he managed to help me this much in these few months I can't wait to see whats next in the months to come.
Thank you, Andy 🙂
—Mayte Medina (Malaga, Spain)
I call Andy a miracle worker. Without even being in the same room or running any tests, he was able to diagnose the chronic lower back pain I’d been suffering from for four years.
I had tried every conventional method to relieve my pain—medication, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, deep tissue massages, yoga—you name it. Nothing worked. As it turned out, I had undiagnosed herniated discs. Remarkably, just by stopping the stretches I’d been doing for years, I experienced immediate relief.
Andy’s thorough approach and easy-to-follow program have made a huge difference in my life. I now feel empowered, in control of my pain, and hopeful about my future. Moreover, I understand my condition and trigger points better, so I am able to work around it.
Although there’s still a long road ahead, I finally see a silver lining. I fully recommend working with Coach Andy and following his program.
—Najma Khan (Baghdad, Iraq)
I contacted Andy for the Low Back Pain Rehab Program in January 2024. Two years before, I had injured my back (herniated disc), which led to chronic back pain. Besides the obvious discomfort, I was also fearful of resuming training and potentially reinjuring my back. I came across Dr. Stuart McGill's book, "Back Mechanic," which provided great insights on back pain in general as well as practical advice so as to avoid common mistakes that can aggravate back pain and prevent recovery.
Yet, I felt the need for personalized coaching to ensure I was following the right approach. This prompted me to contact Andy, a McGill Method Certified Practitioner. I began the at-home program, which included daily training, some face-to-face sessions, and online follow-ups. Andy was always attentive to my well-being, listening and ensuring the training progressed according to my capabilities and specific back condition.
Having recently completed the program, I have been free of back pain ever since, and I couldn’t be happier. I've also noticed increased resistance and core muscle strength. Now, I feel prepared to take my training further, so I will continue with a personalized program 💪Thank you Andy!
—Mara Carloni (Toulouse, France)
After more than a year of having a back injury that prevented me from doing the sports I wanted and after consulting several specialists, I discovered Stuart McGill and his method for rehabilitating people with back pain. I found Andy on the list of certified practitioners on McGill's website and got in touch with him.
After a very complete assessment and sound advice, I began a rehabilitation program with him. I quickly became able to do movements again that I hadn't been able to do previously and my pain gradually faded until it disappeared completely. This was despite me having had some extremely painful episodes! I admit that I'd been beginning to lose hope about whether I would ever find a solution.
For those who are familiar with fitness training: I went from writhing in pain while sneezing to being able to swing a 32 kg kettlebell without pain! I built up to this in a progressive, safe and effective way.
If you want to put an end to your back problems or get back into fitness in a sustainable way, I recommend you contact Andy!
—Laurent Feraudet (Toulouse, France)
'My back has been pain free!
It's been great. Keeping up with regular walks at least twice per day and occasional workouts and really sticking to back hygiene, it's ingrained now.
Thanks for your help through this journey, it really helped to have someone who understood the problem - something that other physios I worked with lacked.
It certainly gave me confidence in knowing what movements and exercises are good/not good for me.'
—Bettina Neill (Berlin, Germany)
I worked with Andy to help with an old disc injury that had flared up. He introduced me to Stuart McGill and helped walk me through his methods and find the techniques that worked for me. After his instructions my back is great shape and I know what movements to add and what to avoid to prevent injury going forward.
—Tucker Whitcomb (West Hartford, USA)
'I have known and worked with Andy for several years. He first helped me after my shoulder surgery a couple of years ago to regain strength and flexibility in my shoulder.
Recently I worked with him again because I had lower back pain (probably from too much home-office sitting during the confinement). Again, he helped me very efficiently providing daily workouts through his website, and follow-up video calls for updates on my progress.
Andy is a great listener and really tries to understand the client’s needs and then proposes a workout plan tailored to these needs. I highly recommend.'
—Dirk Lehman (Hamburg, Germany)
'I have been training with Andy and his team for 10 years. Andy is an empathetic and supportive trainer who has created programs to meet my evolving goals.
I have gained strength and confidence through kettlebell training, soundly defeated persistent back pain through targeted exercises, and have set and met many, many fitness goals.
I would recommend Andy to anyone looking to positively focus on their physical and mental health and well-being.'
—Molly Ingersoll
'I have been a regular client of Andy for 12 years. As a senior (83 and counting), I count on Andy and his team to keep me in top shape to manage the inevitable problems of aging.
Their program of regular exercise, good muscle tone, and a reasonable diet, all tailored to my age, body condition, and specific needs, may not help me live longer but they are definitely helping me live better!'
—Maury Lanman
'I started working with Andy in January 2017, after having had foot surgery. Now I am strong, my balance has improved, and I no longer have problems with lower back pain.
Andy is very encouraging, which motivates me. I had not imagined that I could enjoy workouts before working with him. Now, at 65 years old, I am in better condition than I have been since graduate school!'
—Paula Taquet-Woolfolk
'About 3 years ago, a friend of mine who is a personal trainer in Germany told me one of his clients worked together with Andy and was very satisfied about the collaboration. That’s how I came to meet Andy Marlow. I had at that point already had some experiences with personal trainers, but none of them gave me the results I was looking for. The program & the coaching Andy composed for me were made to measure.
After starting with regular one on one sessions I’m now able to follow my program by mail. I learned how the muscles in the body work, what are core muscles, difference between mobility & flexibility, how to strengthen the lower back, etc.
The beginning was tough as I never was a sportif, but as you are guided, understand the techniques of the different exercises, you quickly obtain great palpable results.
Andy is a great coach in every sense of the word who made a huge difference in my life. I thank him for that and I most certainly recommend him to all who are looking to improve their well being.'
—Guy Van de Steen
'Much better with Andy and everyday exercise. My back is getting much better than before.'
—Yanan HE
'I’ve been working with Andy for about 6 years, three times a week. Andy’s work goes far beyond the traditional sports coach.
On the athletic side, he is a great professional with an eye for detail and perfection but his culture of the anatomy of the human body and its functioning allowed me to achieve two very related goals, better physical condition and the loss of weight.
I am happy to have met him.'
—Jacques Salognon
