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

Josh,

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!

Rose
www.fitrose.com
 

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!

regards,

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!

Melissa

 

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

Hello, 

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 .

 Yanick Dufour

 

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.

 Thanks, Brian.

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.