About me
Mister Abs, also known as Levi James, is a fitness expert and frequent guest on CBS's LIVE FROM THE COUCH. He is an elite celebrity personal trainer, lifestyle fitness coach, corporate trainer, sports nutritionist, group fitness instructor for women, men and children of all ages and fitness model. Why the nickname, Mister Abs? Early on in his career, clients applauded him for his creative yet intense Ab classes and also admired his washboard, six-pack physique! Now, he’s taken it to another level to deliver a complete custom fitness lifestyle to all of his clients. He has over 18 years of training experience and teaching classes throughout NYC,
his certifications include:
ISSA CPT
DSW Lifestyle Fitness Coach
DSW Sports Nutrition
ESA Pilates Mat
DSW Pre/Post natal
ESA Weight Training
Childhood Nutrition
CPR AED
He has trained with a three-time kickboxing World Champion and served as a Fitness & Conditioning coach at Undisputed in New York City. Levi was the mastermind behind the ‘Kick-n-Abs’ class and the ‘Booty Call’ class for NYHRC. He also has runs an Outdoor Bootcamp Classes (Blast of Fitness Boot Camp).
Additionally, Mister Abs founded L&R Fitness, a company and exercise program specifically designed for children (a program he won New Yorker of the Month for) His clients have ranged from Hollywood actors (Renoly Santiago: Con Air, Dangerous Minds) to singers (Tina Sugand) Grammy award artists(Diana Krall) to corporate clients like Hugo Boss and the ladies of Tarte cosmetics. He has also appeared in Shape magazine and Fitness magazine, Sephora: The Ultimate Guide to Makeup, Skin, and Hair from the Beauty Authority, Weekend Today, Fox 5, Are you up for the challenge?
18 years personal training 16 years group fitness
4 years full contact kickboxing Pilates Mat Certified
Sport Nutrition Certified Pre/Post Natal Certified
Fitness Instructor/consultant for Hugo Boss and Tarte Cosmetics
Created classes: Ultimate Abs, Cardio kick n' Abs, Booty call, Blast of Fitness Boot Camp, Amazing grace, Fit WARRIOR, Tour de Fit,
Current most popular program: Ripped and Ready Bride
3 1/2 years ran L & R Fitness (created kid's program)
(http://www.misterabs.com/)
My Training style
Drill Sargeant, Motivational Speaker, Cheerleader,
I work with people who are
new to fitness, already exercising regularly, returning after a long layoff from regular exercise,
My training environment
Residential Building Gym, Outdoors, Office Building Gym, Corporate Events, Group Fitness, Client Home (client's equipment), Client Home (trainer's equipment),
Yoga style I practice (for yoga instructors only)
I have experience with injuries to the following areas
Back, Shoulders, Neck, Knees, Hips, Elbows,
I have experience with the following medical conditions
High Blood Pressure, Obesity, Diabetes,
I have experience with the following special populations
Elderly, First Timers, Pre/Post Natal, Children, Obese, Teenagers,
I have special certifications in
Nutrition & Lifestyle, Pilates, Pre/ Post Natal, Sports Nutrition, Cardio Kickboxing, Boxing,
I have experience with the following sports/ training specific goals
Martial Arts, Boot Camp, Weight Loss, Functional Training, Body Building, Flexibility, Boxing, Plyometric Training,
Session lengths available
45 min, 60 min,
Payment method preference
Cash, Paypal, Check,
I offer a complimentary first meeting of an
Fitness Assessment,
Additional certifications I have received
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I have training privileges at the following gyms
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Current specials
Summer special*
Session Rate? Trainer Charges Per Hour To Train
150-175/hr
Discount packages available
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Areas Available to Train in ( city zip code/ area listings)
, 10029 , 10128 , 10028 , 10075 , 10021 , 10065 , 10001 , 10018 , 10016
