More Testimonials
Here are some of the GREAT responses that we have
received on behalf of our Website and Services.
“Your site is awesome Josh… The design is excellent and it's clear
you know how to market yourself. Great stuff. Good things are sure
to come of it"
Paul Cribb - B.H.Sci HMS, AST Director of Research
Training Services (One
on One and Custom Programming)
“Lastly I’d like
to thank my trainer Josh Dickinson from Physique Essentials who has taught me so
much about this sport. From 72+kgs to where I am today Josh has guided,
inspired, supported and encouraged me every step of the way. I thank him for
helping me achieve my goal.”
Magda
I competed a few times since 2004 and took a year off in 2006. Like most
competitors, I yearned for the stage again and was referred to Mr Josh Dickinson
from Physique Essentials by a very close friend. What can I say about Josh, the
online service was exactly what i was looking for. Not only you get Josh's one
on one support, but the support of a "family" through the forum. I've seriously
made life long friends from my experience. Anyhow, through a lot of finger
tapping to Josh on a daily basis, busting my gut in the gym and food preparation,
I competed and placed 2nd and 1st in Physique category earlier this year (2007).
I lost about 14kg's in a matter of 4 months - pretty good huh! Even though the
comp prep was tough and there were a lot of doubt, there was A LOT of support and
absolute motivation from PE....I consider Josh to be the best online trainers
out in cyber world. I highly regard Josh and the members at PE...they are
seriously an amazing network of people!!! Physique Chick, Sydney
Fern
"One of the best things I found with Josh was
that he is there whenever you needed him. Without his words of encouragement I
wouldn't have continued with my journey that finally saw me take the stage,
thanks Josh."
Kiree
"It has been my deepest honour to have Physique Essentials and Josh Dickinson
help me reach my goal. For too long I have believed that my body would not
change and that I would have to live with an average figure. Josh changed my way
of thinking and helped me to challenge myself to the new way of living, training
and eating. I have achieved my life long wish to compete
in a figure competition and hold my head high. Thank you Josh. I will always be
in your debt."
Kerry
Now the dust has
well and truly settled on the season I thought I'd get a few words down to thank
you for your support and guidance on my contest journey. I have learnt so much
about 'the game' and still have a lot more to learn, but having you in the
corner offering the advice made it so much easier for me. I've said it many
times but I have learnt the difference between a bodybuilder and someone who
lifts weights. The experience that I have had with you has lit the fire for me
for next year. I've had a couple of very nice weeks off and kicked off my
off-season training program yesterday.
Adrian
All through
my teenage years and leading into adulthood i kept my weight issues a secret
from everyone by wearing baggie clothes and putting on a happy face. No one
really knew the shame i had hidden underneath. I've always been a pretty shy
bloke and over the years because of my weight, i was finding myself more and
more often missing out on things as i just did not want to be seen, although no
one was aware of how i felt. But i did...and thats when i came across Josh and
my life has never been better.
After a long hard look at myself and how my self esteem was suffering, i decided
that with Josh's help to do a 12 week program. Josh was so precise down to the
very last detail. He customised my diet and training to my personal lifestyle
which i never thought was possible (boy was i wrong). Right from the very first
day of signing up with Josh i felt comfortable and confident that his plan of
attack would work. Not only was i eating foods that i enjoy, i was also training
at times that suited me. After the first week I already started seeing results
and strength gains and from that point on results were rolling in thick and
fast!!! Even though Josh wasn't physically beside me through the 12 weeks his
guidance and support pushed me to limits higher than i ever thought possible.
I would like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you Josh for your
expertise, motivation and knowledge. This 12 weeks has changed my life forever
and i know id never go back to my old habits. You have given me all the tools
and power i need to achieve goals that i know now are possible. I would not
hesitate in referring Josh to anyone wanting to improve their health and
physique and change their life for the better. All my goals through out my
journey were achieved and the results speak for them selves.
Starting weight: 91kg
Finishing weight: 78kg
What a journey, thanks again Josh.
Johno
"I
found Josh @ Physique Essentials 4 weeks after I had competed in my first figure
comp in 2005. I had already blown out by about 12 kilos but was keen to do it
all again only better. The support, guidance, knowledge not to mention
enthusiasm for this sport and sense of humour that I have received and been able
to tap into from coach and the forum over the past 12 months has been unreal.
Josh you have been my coach, mentor, sounding board and now somebody whom I look
upon as a good friend. You have built the base, and given me a solid foundation
that will set me for life. I have grown immensely over the past year both
mentally and physically, and you have played a huge role in that. Thank you for
the confidence, the body and the mental edge to step up on that stage. "
Katie Hood
At high school, I was always active -
I was on the swimming team, cross country team, athletics team and
volleyball team. I was Age Champion at my school cross country and
athletics carnivals for several years. I also competed in Little
Athletics and competed in athletics at State level.
In mid-1996, I moved to Melbourne and
blew out to over 75kg. Over the years, I attempted to lose my weight
through various methods - Jenny Craig, calorie restriction, Weight
Watchers, you name it - I tried it! I worked out at various gyms over
the years with very little success.
I had always been interested in
competing in Figure, but never thought that I would have the drive or
discipline to compete. Then in June 2006, I was given the contact
details for the person who would become my trainer, friend and
mentor - Josh Dickinson. I got in touch with Josh immediately and
told him that I was interested in competing in a Figure comp. The
Queensland INBA show was only 16 weeks away and he said that I had to
make a decision straight away as to whether or not I would compete on
7 October. I jumped at the chance and so the preparation for my first
Figure comp started. After looking at my pictures, Josh and I set my
target "stage weight" at 55kg. At first I thought that losing 12.5kg
to compete was going to be hard and I was a little overwhelmed, but I
got stuck into the program.
I started training with Josh on 17
June 2006, weighing in at 67.5kg. I competed in Novice Figure (Tall
Class) and the Queensland INBA show on 7 October 2006 weighing 52.5kg,
and placing 6th in my division. Although I didn't win or qualify for
the INBA National Titles, I don't think I could be happier than I am
now. For me, losing 15kg and getting up on stage in the best
condition of my life is the real winner for me
Alicia
Negrin
When I made the
decision to compete in my first bodybuilding competition, I decided that
I would enlist the best help available to get me into the best possible
condition. After searching around I came across Josh’s site and was
amazed at the condition he himself was able to achieve and the results
of his clients. After seeing his pics and looking at the website I was
convinced that Josh would get me ready for the stage and achieve my
goals.
When I started working
with Josh, I weighed in at 96kgs and was a long way from being
“ripped”. Josh examined every facet of my training and nutrition, and
designed a specifically tailored plan to ensure that I would achieve my
goals. Working with Josh has been the best learning and self
development experience of my life. I have gained so much knowledge and
experience that will help me to continue to succeed and reach my goals
in not only bodybuilding but everyday life. My training and diet have
improved beyond belief and now I get the results I want.
Josh didn’t just help
me reach my goals, but he helped me exceed them by taking 5th
place in a highly competitive field at the WA INBA State Title, Novice
Men. This experience has been by far one of the best of my life. When I
walked out on stage I felt big, confident and like I belonged there. I
never could have felt like that without Josh’s guidance.
If you aspire to
compete, get fit or see what you are made of, then Josh and
Physique-Essentials will get results.
Paul Jupp
Professional, caring,
knowledgeable, dedicated and available are just a few of the words
that spring to mind when I think of Josh Dickinson.
This being my first
ever 12 week challenge I was lucky enough that it was under the
guidance of Josh.
He took me on a
learning journey over a 12 week one-on-one program where I not only
transformed my physique from a plumpish figure to a more lean and
toned figure, but he taught me everything I need to know about
nutrition and how to eat properly on a daily basis.
Josh I can't thank you
enough for your support, you have changed my life in such a short
time. I am a confident person now and have so much energy in me I
never had before.
My biggest achievement
through all this was winning the "best improved physique" competition
on the
www.ausbodybuildingforum.com. I couldn't have done it without
you.
Thank you is just not a
word strong enough to describe my appreciation for what you have done
for me.
Deb
"Working with Josh was
fantastic.
I had been an on-again
off-again trainer for years, but had never achieved the results I wanted.
The diet & training program Josh put together as part of my 12 week
challenge has helped me lose more fat and gain more muscle than I ever
have before, and quicker than ever before.
Josh's program laid out in
simple terms what to eat and when to eat it, what exercise to do and when
to do it, all the time keeping MY goals in mind. And communicating with
Josh every day meant that my motivation could never wane.
Plus there's the
re-assurance that comes from Josh putting his reputation on the line. I
wasn't getting advice from some anonymous "guru" or someone who's all talk
and no action.
My 12 weeks with Josh has
changed my life. I'm bigger, stronger & leaner than I've ever been, and I
feel fantastic.
Josh, I can't thank you
enough!"
Dave Thorne
To My Dear Josh,
Words just don't seem enough when it comes to
saying thank you for all that you have done for
me . It's one thing to achieve a personal goal
and another to fulfil a life long dream, both of
which without your help wouldn't have even
happened.
You've been nothing but professional, available,
upfront and honest with me throughout this whole
entire process. Although there were doubts in
the very beginning on both our parts my
achievements have far exceeded expectations.
Although this is just the beginning for me, I
want you to know when the day comes that I win a
national championship that I want you right
there with me taking credit where the credit's
due. And we will succeed don't you worry about
that.
Josh you are a pillar of strength and I thank
you from the bottom of my heart for giving me
the confidence in myself to step up on that
stage.
I look forward to our next challenge together!
Love Lia.
I'd set myself a goal to achieve in five months but in all
honesty didn't really know if I could achieve it or not. I was at my heaviest
weight ever and my fitness had deteriorated. I had two things going for me and
that was self discipline and consistency but was it enough. I was referred to
Josh Dickinson to tweak my supplement, dieting and training in order to be
competitive for my first natural figure competition. His enthusiasm, knowledge,
expertise and support is second to none. It's been a worthwhile investment in my
current and future physique and I wouldn't step up on stage without him. We have
a partnership and we work together to achieve my dreams. Now I'm living mine and
it's all thanks to Josh Dickinson at Physique Essentials.
Lia Halsall
Natural
Figure Champion
After
deciding to enter into a 12 week transformation challenge, with very
high expectations of myself, I decided to enlist the expertise of
Josh...one of the best moves I made without a doubt! Right from the
get-go I learnt so much to improve my training, diet and psychology.
Right from week one I was already impressed, seeing significant gains in
my strength (and this is during a cut!). Every single day I'd push
myself, but Josh would give me that little extra nudge to really test my
limits. The support was unrivalled. This very small investment paid HUGE
dividends at the end of the challenge.
It was without a doubt the best support and advice I've ever received
with my training and a huge thanks goes out to ya Josh! I will
definitely be recommending you to anyone who wants to get in the shape
of his or her life!
Jay
I was a couple of weeks away from my first contest for
the 2004 season, the Musclemania Australia titles, when
I hit a plateau! Those of you who have competed will
know your mind starts to play some serious tricks on you
at this point and you are your own worst enemy!
I was fortunate enough to make contact with Josh at
www.physique-essentials.com
The support and guidance I received has been
unequalled! Not only did Josh give me training and
nutritional direction but also the support I needed to
keep my mind on the job! You wont find that anywhere!
The aspect that blew me away was the fact that I was going
to be competing
against Josh in the same division in the
same contest that I was preparing for! So here's a guy
helping his opposition get in their best condition for a
show he himself is trying to win! It doesn't get anymore
selfless than that!
I have no doubt the guidance I received was instrumental in
me presenting my best condition to that date and as a result
winning that particular contest!
So it comes as no surprise that I highly recommend
www.physique-essentials.com and all the services and products this site provides!
Tim Martin
2004 Musclemania Australia Silver Division Champion
2004 Musclemania World Novice Heavyweight Champion
2006 INBA Natural Mr
Olympia (Class 3)
Josh Dickinson's methods and training
techniques researched in his website and his published articles in
"Ironman Australia" &
www.bodybuilding.com enabled
me to achieve my goals and to further my knowledge and understanding of
how to gain the ultimate physique.
Daniel Halsall
Natural Bodybuilding Champion
I really do not know how to thank you enough man. I
know this sounds all sentimental, but hey it is the truth. I could not have
accomplished what I did without the amazing help you provided me with. It stinks
that I do not know the results until the middle of October, but I know I put
110% effort into, and loved the results that we achieved. A huge thanks is all I
can say
Chad
I've really enjoyed the MRT
training compared to what I was doing before. I was doing a lot of exercises
with too many sets. I like the intense abbreviated version and I am seeing
great results. What can be better than that? I have also been highly
motivated and I never want to miss a session no matter what. Overall it has
been a very rewarding experience thanks to you.
Sanjay
Due to Josh's support I have in some
areas doubled the weights I have been lifting - in only 6 weeks! I
really sat back last night and reflected on how come this has
occurred. I put it down to more mental than physical. With Josh in
my ear and continually challenging me I have got out of my comfort
zone and just gone for it. For example I was calf raising around 500
pounds for 10 at the start of our journey together 6 weeks ago. Last
Wednesday on the leg press (safety reasons and machine size) I toe
pressed over 1,000 pounds for 10. For me this is empowering me in
other areas of my life. I currently see no challenge to big any
longer, from being the unbosoming guy that goes about his business
without any fuss to all the men giving me hi 5s is a great feeling.
And the fact is if I can achieve this any body can. I know that I
have such a long way to go but my belief is I Dream, Believe, Strive
then I will ACHIEVE. Thanks Josh, you have made me believe I belong
in the gym.
Garry
My name is Kartik.
I signed up for the ultimate mass gain program with Josh. With April
it will be two months and I am really happy with the results I got
after going through his training program that he personally made for
me. Before joining Josh I have been working out but never gained
mass. The best part in taking up personal coaching from Josh is
after some sessions you start thinking what weight you can lift when
to increase the weight etc. This means you are not only taking
training but also learning how to do it yourself. I feel lucky that
I came across his site and was able to take his coaching.
THANKS A LOT JOSH FOR ALL THE KNOWLEDGE YOU ARE GIVING ME.
Kartik
I've really enjoyed the MRT training compared to what I
was doing before. I was doing a lot of exercises with too many sets. I
like the intense abbreviated version and I am seeing great results. What
can be better than that? I have also been highly motivated and I never
want to miss a session no matter what. Overall it has been a very
rewarding experience thanks to you.
Thanks Josh. I have never seen anybody as
dedicated as you, to what you do - You are my hero!
Sanjay
Hey Josh,
So far training is going great, I really like the diet outline you gave, it is
easy to follow and allows for some variety. Money well spent on the program!
Mike
Hey Josh,
I received the personalized diet and workout and I was very satisfied
with the program. It was obvious that you put a lot of time and thought
into it. Thanks for all of your help!
Mike
I would just like to say
thank you for your previous advice this year, since then my cardio
vascular stamina has improved dramatically. In case you don't remember it
was about 'cardio' and how long and often my sessions should be, and
dude its all worked!
Ricky
Members Testimonials
I have managed to get on
to the members only website. Fantastic work Josh. It is a great
site to reference, and I have made some changes to my eating habits
after seeing the way you eat.
Jeff
I want to say thanks
for your work, inspiration, information, and products. Your website is
wonderful and oh, so helpful! You need to be here in the states!
Congratulations on your many winnings and goals reached! Thanks again
and the best to you!
Keep that winning thing
going!
Paul Weller
Thanks!!
I've been browsing, I'm a bit of a lurker usually!!
Hey, just wanted to say I really admire all your efforts to promote
body-building, and especially natural body-building, and to present
factual information etc.
Being a girl, and only just starting to become interested, it can be a
bit intimidating at first, but I really enjoy your site, and thank you
for making me feel really comfortable, and yeah, just wanted to say I
think everything you're doing is great!
Thank you!
Keely
I see you as the new generation thinking body
builder. I expected this to happen some day and here it is,,,you,,, and you know
better than me it is a hard industry and the B/S is a mile high, you have a
tough job ahead of you as everybody has criticism when things change from what
is supposed to be the industry standards, we both know what that means. LOL
All the best,
Regards Tony.
General Website
Hey Josh
I just wanted to say a quick thanks.... I ordered your
MRT Coaching Course as an extra
“Motivation" tool and guide in my quest to gain that perfect physique
that we all dream about.
As you know I am competing in October, which makes my goals very
clear-cut. Over the last 3 months my body has gone through the most
unbelievable changes due to as you say having the thirst for knowledge
- Any spare moment I have either when I am not training or preparing
my next meal is dedicated to reading and studying any material I can
get my hands on in relation to mind power, training techniques,
nutrition, fat loss, etc etc.
You have written the E Book in such a
fantastic way - Very easy to read whether you are a beginner or at an
advance level. You have not included "fitness" jargon that you tend to
read in a lot of other health and fitness books/magazines etc and you
are open and honest about what it takes to reach the top.
I have almost completed my Cert 4 in Personal Training and plan to
order a few more books you have online to assist with my knowledge
base and to move forward in the hope I can inspire others like you
about how having a fitness lifestyle changes your life. I live and
breath fitness and hope to realize my dreams of earning my living from
this and building that perfect physique that most women can
never achieve due to not believing in themselves or having the right
mindset to achieve goals etc.
Anyway - I wont go on I just wanted to once again thank you - Your
website and materials provided to the public are just brilliant and
you have an extraordinary way off giving your clients clear facts and
information to move forward.
THANKS YOUR A CHAMPION - Nothing beats talking to people with the
same mindset, it would be great to meet the man behind the website
which I rely on daily!!!
PS. What other guides on your website would you best recommend I look
into for someone like me who is planning to compete and who just wants
to keep moving ahead of the pack with motivation any other tips that
will give me that extra kick?
Victoria May
Josh
Thank you so much.....your professionalism
and support is very much appreciated.
Colette Nelson, Professional Bodybuilder
Hi Josh,
Yes, thanks so much for that. By the way your site is awesome. Well
done.
You look great!
Hi Josh,
I was looking over the Australian
website and all of the athletes. I must say I’m very impressed with your
accomplishments and at your age, keep up the great work.
Tim Chase
Fitness Canada
“Josh is
someone who walks his talk, and lives to make a positive
contribution to people through sharing his passion and knowledge
of virtually every aspect of bodybuilding, fitness and peak
performance. He breaths life and integrity into every aspect of
Physique Essentials, and is one of the most intelligent and down
to earth people in the industry. Josh is the benchmark that all
‘Fitness Gurus’ aspire to. I commend Josh and Physique
Essentials highly, and recommend him without hesitation to
anyone committed to discovering the most effective path to a
better body and a better life.”
Joel
Betts
‘Australian
Survivor 3rd Place’, ‘Former Personal Trainer’,
‘Director of Immunity Australia’, ‘Peak
Performance Coach/Public Speaker’.
Hi Josh,
Just writing to say I
love your 'performance updates' newsletters. I have just received my
cert for personal training and your info is easy to understand.
Thanks,
Melissa
Fitness Professional
Josh
Great site! I really like
your Performance Updates and I'm very happy to be onboard! Talk soon
regarding your supplements.
Kerrie Sellwood - IFBB
Australian Champion.
Winning Physique is more then a gym or PT Studio.
We specialise in competition preparation, and when we where looking for ways
to increase our exposure with effective advertising, we could look no further
then Physique Essentials. Physique-Essentials.com has enabled us to advertise
to our target market, which has generated alot more enquires for our unique
services. They share the same passion for natural bodybuilding and fitness
that we do, and we knew that we had signed a winning deal!
Craig Lucas
Winning Physique
As a recent Cert III in Fitness
graduate and beginning Cert IV in Fitness , I thought I had all the skills
needed to change peoples bodies and lives for the better. Now I am finished
Cert III I am ready to get out there and really make a difference. I have so
many ideas and have a real passion for fitness; I know I have a winning
formula to succeed. But before I do anything, I contact Josh at Physique
Essentials.
As a renowned and respected
Fitness Professional, it is his job to be in the know. When ever I contact him
with any issue (ranging from the business of fitness to even my own training),
I know he will not steer me wrong. I know that Josh tells it as it is
and is not into sugar coating just to make the sale and get the consumers
money. He is in it for the people and the way in which he runs his
business displays this clearly. He has up to date information, relevant
articles and most importantly the drive to put it all into action. He has a
headfull of knowledge but he doesn't just talk the talk, his own results show
that he walks the walk. With Josh, I have the confidence that he will lead me
on the right path - first time every time!
regards,
Shaun Ninness
Certificate III graduate in Fitness
Hi Josh, Well done on an excellent
website - I read it religiously.
Mandy
I
loved this and have printed out these tips and stick it on my
fridge..! Thanks again for a great newsletter!
I have got nothing to say about this web man...
No words can describe about how great it is in helping people like me!!
Apizowen
I was at Brisbane's first
MuscleMania on Saturday, handed this flyer with your site on it. I thought yeah
yeah another one but looked anyway as I can't pass comment on anything till it
is seen. Surprise for me ! a site that has up to date information on many aspects
of nutrition and exercise. I am only new to this game but have taken a lot of
interest and only to find so many people in the industry are ill informed and
when I talk to them about the up to date information on training , I was looked
at as if I came from another planet. It is nice to see that your right up there
with it and the information is clear & brief with no BS. It certainly reflects
what I have learnt and gives me comfort that you are out there helping to inform
people correctly without biased opinions.
Tony.
Great Website. Wish I had found it
sooner
Sandy Slatter-Raguse
I have been chosen as the
amateur bodybuilder of the week on bodybuilding.com and my profile can be seen
at
www.bodybuilders.com. I am also
on the
www.mvpteam.com website and my
pictures can be viewed.
By the way, thank you for
giving us the chance to receive some exposure. Your website is great and your
30 most effective training programs are great. They correspond to my view of
the natural bodybuilding training .
Your site is fantastic and it is about time that
something like this existed for us to learn and gain valuable knowledge from,
other than USA based sites. What will your prices be for membership at a later
stage and diet and supp programs so I can achieve the best that I can. Video
workout section sounds great, looking forward to that. I can't remember how I
came across your site but glad I did and have passed it onto a couple of
friends. Good luck with it all.
Hey everyone,
My name is Ted. At the moment I work as a personal trainer at Muscle & Fitness
in Townsville and I work in the Army as a Unit Physical Fitness Trainer, Even
though I have competed in several natural body building competitions and I have worked
in various Gyms, the Information I have received from Physique-Essentials has
been very helpful and interesting. I have looked at various web sites, and like
most of us it can become overwhelming and confusing but I have found
Physique-Essentials spot on with their info.
