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Success Stories

Since 2008, thousands of people from all over the world have used our methods to get stronger, move better, lose weight, and transform their lives.

Here are some of their stories.

**Hugh Fathers, Artist | Dorrigo, Australia**

“A month after my 61st birthday, I was overweight by about 7kg, with type 2 diabetes, and some spinal nerve damage. I needed to find some exercises I could do, that wouldn’t aggravate my back condition. When I first started, I could almost do a single chin-up, and could manage about 3 push-ups. Now, almost 6 months later, and on pretty much a daily basis, I am doing 5 alternating sets of the following: chin-ups (8, 7, 6, 5, 4), push-ups (25, 20, 15, 10, 5), plank (5 x 1 min), and prison dips (5 x 20 reps). I haven’t felt this physically good since the mid 90’s. Thank you for this, John, just what I needed.”

**Tom Venuto, best-selling author of *Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle* & *The Body Fat Solution* | Hoboken, NJ**

“I’ve known John Sifferman a long time. John is not only a respected fitness industry colleague, he’s also been a business associate who worked with our Burn the Fat company for years. He was a fantastic guy to collaborate with, and I had the opportunity first-hand to see how knowledgeable he is about exercise programming…Following the system in John’s Pull-Up Solution program, I reached a lifetime personal record of 26 reps, then continued on to 27, 28, 29, and ultimately 30 consecutive reps. I did it in less than 2 months, after being stuck for 20 years.”

**Garrett Nondorf, Investments Associate |** **Houston, TX**

“Hi, John. In 2019 I set a goal to do 10,000 pull-ups and I was able to accomplish it. I frequently came to your site for advice and form checks…Forearms, lats and confidence. Gripping a bar for 10,000 pull-ups gets the forearms worked. Lats and shoulders got wider, of course. Maybe more than I thought they would. And accomplishing a goal that seemed challenging and requires months of work is a big mental boost. It’s something I now draw on when I get other challenges… Just wanted to say thank you and to encourage you to continue this valuable work here. Cheers, Garrett from TX”

“Hi John! My name is Kristian and I am from Sweden. My girlfriend competes in something called Athletic Fitness. As a athlete you are doing a max set of pull ups, bar dips, and 1 minute row machine for time. Last summer she could not do a single pull up. I found your website and used the free material you have there and a couple of week ago she did 15 strict pull ups in just 4 months of training! Please see the video that I made. Thank you for everything you have done for me and my girlfriend! She wouldn’t be the athlete she is today without your passion and work!!! Once again thank you!!!” – Kristian Thalin, Personal Trainer | Sweden

“I’ve known of John for many years. I had seen him on Tom Venuto’s BFFM inner circle often, had read several of his articles and had been reading his blog posts on physical living for several years. I got to meet John in person when I went to visit NH in June of 2015 and got together with him and some other online friends for a hike. John showed up barefoot which was impressive in itself because who hikes a mountain barefoot, well John does lol. What was more impressive was that I had asked John about foot cramps on the hike. I had been having bad ones while marathon training and he sent me a video a few days later with exercises I could do to help with foot and ankle issues. I started to wonder if maybe he could help get me through my marathon so I asked him if he would be willing to coach me online. So the end of July he became my online coach.

I’ve had ankle issues for years and John soon had me pain free by doing mobility exercises on almost a daily basis for the several months leading up to my walking marathon. They were simple and easy, just a few minutes a day, and it made all the difference. Last October I walked my marathon, a goal I had tried to get to for the past 6 years.

A little history about me is I use to weigh 378 lbs. I’ve lost and kept off over 185 lbs for the past 9 years. But as we all know it’s a struggle sometimes. So currently John is helping me find “peace with food” on a daily basis. It’s a process and I recently told him I didn’t want to be his albatross around his neck but he assured me he’s in this for the long haul and wants to see me reach my ultimate goal and I’m sure he will :)

What I can say about John is he helps ME find MY way through my issues, be it mental, dietary or physical. He doesn’t impose upon me some cookie cutter plan but listens and then suggests and then allows me to do what works in MY daily life. I know his expertise is in fitness but he knows a lot about the mental and dietary side of things as well. I also appreciate that when he feels someone else can help me with something better he points me in their direction with great articles, suggestions of workouts and books.

His blog also has a wealth of knowledge he’s accumulated over the years with his great posts. What I know is, John is definitely a glass half full kind of guy and he’s dedicated to helping anyone that needs help in whatever way he can. He really is dedicated to ME reaching MY goals no matter how many times he has to remind me of something because I don’t always listen lol. His calm toughness is welcomed when I am faltering with a plan I made myself. He will throw my own words back at me, encourage me to write them down, say them in the mirror to myself, all the things to push my subconscious to create lasting daily habits.

I believe anyone that chooses John as their coach will reap great physical and mental benefits quickly and find themselves a life long cheerleader. He isn’t your typical coach that’s for sure. I will be forever grateful to him as I’m sure anyone that hires him will be as well :)”

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“John, Today was everything I needed it to be. I cannot express my appreciation enough for you taking the time to work with me. Got out of the car and my hamstrings are singing a song and my core is smoked. Feeling a lot of stabilizers today also, intercostals and such. Really enlightening. Thanks again.” – Fred Gokey, Firefighter

“It is not often that I find myself at a loss for words. But here, John Sifferman of Physical Living for whom I have immense respect for, has managed it… You see, outside of John being a good friend of mine, he is a fitness professional that truly stands out. He has established with Physical Living, a standard of integrity and honesty, that the ever growing community around him has come to truly value…Because John pull’s no punches, whether you’re a friend or not… And John, Thank you for your sincerity, your genuineness and your passion. In all that you do. Hit me at the heart bro.” – Shane Heins, Director of Fitness Education at Onnit

“John Sifferman has been such an important component of my own fitness/health training… John, I always appreciate your honesty and critical, yet fair mind. And you walk the walk with your training. That’s to be commendable. You along with many CST coaches are an asset to the greater CST world. Thank You!” – Kevin L. Dougherty

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“John is revered as an amazing body-weight and mobility coach around the world.” – Jason Rhymer, Training Department Editor of Faith & Fitness Magazine | Charlotte, NC

“Hey John, I’ve spent a few months doing some of the specific leg exercises seen in the “Bodyweight Training For Leg Strength” video. My legs have felt absolutely amazing since including a few of these movements in, besides my other outdoor prescribed training. The includence of these said exercises, has made this my best pre-season strength training routine to date. Thanks!” – Richard Costello

“Thanks so much for sharing your expertise! I feel I have learned so much already and am looking forward to applying this knowledge to my workouts. I used to think I was in pretty good shape, but I know I have a long way to go. I’m 44, weigh 212 pounds (was 222 January 1st 2019), and can officially do 1 proper pullup! My goals are to get faster, stronger and more flexible so I can enjoy life with my family (married with 3 kids – 12, 11, and 9). I enjoy playing hockey and also coach my kids hockey teams. I have run sub 6 minute 1500m 3 times in 2019 (I’m very happy with that as I am not a “natural” at running at all). I’m really excited about applying your knowledge and tips to my workouts and tracking my improvements – which I’ve started seeing already! Thanks again for sharing. You’ve inspired me!” – Steve Reimer

Workshop Reviews

“I was able to attend a workshop instructed by Movnat master trainer John Sifferman, who could not have made us feel more welcome. We engaged with the foundational principles of Movnat in a playful, but intentional way that truly embodied the concepts we were attempting to absorb. The day was fun, but challenging. Ground work, get ups, crawling, balancing, carrying, jumping, climbing – we enjoyed a variety of activities and techniques that tested our abilities, and honed our capabilities. I left the day feeling challenged and improved at the same time. I look forward to incorporating the concepts I learned into my daily practices, and I am certain I will move better, and be better for it.”

TERRY BEANHAVERHILL, MA

“My wife signed me up for the MovNat Elements 1 day workshop as my birthday gift this year. Rounding the corner on my way to 40, my body feels like a rusty robot and it’s past due for maintenance. The course was what I hoped it would be. The first step on a journey to regain the movement that I have lost through the years since I took a desk job. The 1-day workshop duration was just enough to introduce a newbie to different areas and concepts of MovNat but not too much to make me feel overwhelmed. John was grounded, knowledgeable, and led a barefoot group of 10 of us through basic principles and movements of the MovNat program in his backyard course. After 6 hours you feel sore in muscle areas that haven’t been activated in years, but you feel refreshed and want more. I’d recommend the Elements workshop for anyone that wants a quick, low investment glimpse into functional movement/fitness and the health benefits it can offer.”

JEFF R.NEW HAMPSHIRE

“This was a comprehensive workshop, where we covered everything from breathing and crawling, to jumping, lifting, and vaulting to name a few. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn a broad, experiential overview of what natural movement is. Also, to anyone who wants to enjoy a fun day of movement with others. John Sifferman is professional, kind, helpful and fully capable of creating a supportive learning experience.”

JONAH FELDENORWICH, VT

“Just FYI: since I’ve been doing those three stretches for my legs that you taught me, I haven’t had any knee pain when going on runs–so thanks!” – Joe

“I’ve followed your site for quite and was drawn to the site by your great articles on barefoot running and movnat (i now run barefoot often and am using elements of the natural method in my training). The point of this message is to thank you for the above instruction. I’ve never used pullups in my training before but have set myself a goal of completing a muscle up – i want to be able to pull myself up onto over surfaces. The 2nd stage was to complete a proper pullup (described in your vid) and I’ve just done that – my first ever unassisted, from hanging pullup. Wicked! Your proper explanation and understanding of body mechanics, posture etc is crucial for health and fitness and I thank you for putting such good onto the web. Keep up the good work.” – Marcus

“I’m a regular reader of Physical Living and just want to start by saying THANKS for providing all the great content. I especially enjoy the balanced view regarding fitness/wellness information.” – Roberto

“Coach Sifferman! I sure do get a lot out of your website. Really good stuff you do here, really great resource.” – Sam

“There’s something about pullups, pushups, 1 leg squats and other bodyweight exercises that just makes me feel STRONG all the time. It’s great to know I can jump up and grab a ledge, bar or tree and pull myself up anytime.” – Steve | Florida

“Just wanted to let you know your youtube vids on pull-ups and push-ups were excellent. U explained them very well. I already see improvements.” – Peter Lee

“John, This is truly the best explanation on this exercise I have ever seen. I was given the same unit as a gift three years ago and was following the instruction booklet and did some damage to certain parts of my body . I wish I had seen your video first. Well I going to start slowly all over again. Thank you for this thorough lesson.” – Chic

“John! you are so the MAN! I learn more from you by accident than elsewhere by design.” – Larry Brown

“I work as an aerialist and found this tutorial through an aerial site. Even with that background I think I was doing just about everything wrong that I could have been. I tried doing it the way you taught and I noticed an immediate difference. Thank you so much for a brilliant tutorial video.” – Ben

“I began at 4 dead-hang pull-ups as my max and can now do 3x that many. I have done the single step pyramid to 10 a few times and have been able to hit 10 each time. While I have not maxed out since I began, knowing that I can do 10 after having already completed 40 in pyramid increments, I am sure that I could do 12 or more for a max set. This program is great and I am striving to hit the 30 rep mark by the end of the next month and a half. Thanks for sharing the plan.”

CHASE CULLINANThird Generation Deputy Sheriff | Augusta, GA

“I’ve been following John Sifferman’s Grease the Groove training plan for pull-ups the past few weeks. When I started 5 weeks ago I could only do 3 (on a good day; many days I could only get 2). As of tonight, my new max is 9.75. LOL. Thanks John for the great training program!! :)”

CHRISTINA KOSHANew Hampshire

“Your Advice was just outstanding. I have never felt this way before about any exercise. I have been suffering from a nagging pain in my inner elbows for quite a while.. my pull-up routine seemed to have caused it, so i figured i’ll give it a rest for a week or two. but after trying the pronated grip and correct width of the arms and everything I didn’t feel any pain at all while doing the exercise… It’s like a miracle! Better take it easy on my elbows for a week or two anyway and then start training properly! Thank you so much.”

ZIV Israel

“When I started I could just about do 1 pull-up. Slightly embarrassing but that was my starting point. ;) At the end of month 1 I can do 5 with proper form. I’m double happy. Thanks for your help, it’s much appreciated.”

DOM

“Before the program I could only do 6 chin-ups and 6 pull ups. I could never actually do real pull-ups because I thought I was too weak. I am training for my pft for acceptance into the Marine Corps Officer Candidate School. With 3 months of training I can now do 20 solid pull-ups with the goal of reaching 30. Now since I completed the 3 month program, I will turn my attention to the advance program to further progress on my pull up success. Thank you John. Thank you again for your service. Now I’m doing weighted pull ups.”

JORDAN

“Hello Mr. Sifferman, I would like to personally let you know that although my gains have been minimal yet steady, your program has strengthened my body enough to make me enthusiastic about chin-up training any time I wish to use said exercise at any point in my life. This is definitely money well spent and I want to thank you for allowing me the opportunity to use your product. I have gained an enormous benefit from its usage.”

RAPHAEL

“Hey John, meanwhile I bought your program and am in week 3 of grease the groove and went from 12 to 15 already. Great program so far, will keep you updated.”

Martin Knechtel Germany

“Hey, John–first of all, no need to thank me for the comment–I should thank you for making such a great system. I’ve been working on calisthenics for about a year now and the only exercise I’ve struggled with is pull-ups. After watching one of your youtube videos recently, I literally increased my pullups by 40% just from changing my grip/wrists/tightening my body more. Hence my purchase of your system. Just did my first run-through after buying the system and I have to say that the warmup and cooldown routines are so good they’re almost worth the price of admission alone. Wow! Also–the system looks great, I can’t wait to work my way up to 30+ reps. :)”

MORGAN W.

“Your pullup program is super awesome!! Just reviewing your detailed program changed my mindset on how to do a proper pullup. Thanks.”

MICHAEL S. NAVALTATexas

“I did John’s 3-month pullup regimen, and at the time, I could only do 2-3 pullups. After the regimen, my max is now 6 and it definitely helped me lose some weight and give my upper body a nice V-shape. John is a great resource.”

MITSU

“Hey John, Found a couple of your articles and videos online and really liked them! Your video on the correct way to do pull-ups and chin-ups is the best I’ve found anywhere. Not sure if the form is quite right, but I’m finally able to do a few unassisted ones–thanks!”

KARI WAHLGRENActress | California

“This is by far the best free info I’ve ever seen on Pull Up progression. I can only do about 10 right now, but I think it’s not bad for a girl. I definitely would love to do more, but I will have to put some workout into it. I always have people ask me how they can improve their pull ups, and I think your program is definitely better than what I usually advice people. Thank you, I will share this on my Facebook.”

TATIANNA

“Former Marine here. This is easily the best and most comprehensive pull up instructional program I’ve ever seen. Thanks.”

JAMES

“My Results: I went from 11 chin ups to 17 chin ups in about 10 weeks. Pretty impressive in my book. I skipped the first month. Other than that, I followed the plan pretty closely except I added a week or so to month 2 and month 3. I also did these workouts along with a pushup workout so the intensity was perhaps a little less than for someone who treated this as a workout program in-itself.”

BEN

“Ok, so after 4 weeks I definitely made significant progress from where I began doing 2-3 iffy pullups to being able to do 7 complete dead hangs slowly.”

MIKE

“I just watched Your tutorial video and it really opened my eyes. Chinups with extra weight are an important part of my gym programme. Today I tried chinups with the technique shown on the video for the first time ever, and it made a huge difference. Thank You very much once more, Best regards from Finland.”

JORMA

“Hello John! Respect from Lithuania! Thank you for posting this program, I became obsessed with it, and after two months my pull up count quintupled. Thanks again, I really appreciate your work.”

CONSISTENT ONE (username)

“I finished month one of the pull ups program 4 days ago. My goal was to do 15 pull ups by the end of the first month–I could do 8 when I started. Today I warmed up with some stretching, and calesthetics. Did a one rep set, and then a 4 rep set of pull ups, then rested. Then I went for a max set–I did 15 good reps, and had my chin within an inch of the bar for a 16th rep. So, I am well satisfied with the progress I made.”

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