Rik Mellor MSc. GSR. Biomechanics Lecturer & Researcher (+triathlete)
" For years I have not only learnt about the body, it's structure, it's function, how to test it and what to look for when it goes wrong - but also about how to improve the situation. I've known Andy Brodziak as a colleague and now friend for a number of years and he is the only professional I know who has brought everything together for me with regards to my training/rest/dietary needs and he is guiding me through a Half Ironman triathlon later this year.
I have met many so called 'specialists' with far less humour, humility and application of theory to practice than Andy - he seriously knows how to help people improve their individual needs whether it be short, medium or long term goals. He comes highly recommended. "
Pro Triathlete - Nick Saunders! www.nsaunders.info
" I have worked with Andy over the last couple of years and found it to be beneficial to my improvement as a Pro triathlete. He has helped with my strength and core fitness which has helped with my rigorous training regime.
My advice to anyone no matter what level they are is to make sure they do strength and core conditioning, it will benefit you in the long term whether you are a sportsperson or not, and if you are a sportsperson it will help you in
whatever sport you choose to do. "
LAURA St CLAIR, Sales Manager
"I wish I'd discovered Andy three years ago when I first started running. It would have saved three years worth of frustrating battles against my body and the resulting physio bills.
It only took Andy a month to accomplish what I'd been trying to achieve for two and a half years - to make continual (if steady) progress in the sport, to enjoy running, and importantly, to make it part of my lifestyle. I'm not sure exactly what his secret is, but I think his experience as an accomplished athlete, his patience, his deceptively laid-back approach and most of all his genuine enthusiasm and love of running all somehow contribute to making him a really great trainer. I wouldn't have got through two half marathons in one piece and enjoyed the process half as much without him!"
PETUR EINARSSON, Director
'I first met Andy about 2 years ago as I was struggling with injury and looking for new shoes. Andy started training me in March 2007 for the Berlin marathon.
I had just just completed the Boston marathon in 04:36. Our training lasted about 6 months and consited of workout sessions, cycling, swimming and running. Andy designed my programme month by month and helped me troughout with sound advice including
mental and nutrition matters. We ran the Berlin marathon together in October 2007 and I finished in 03:26.
Need I say more? Thank you Andy."
KATE DOWMAN, Recruitment
'Every week I thank my lucky stars (post training!) that I discovered the gem that is Andy. At the turn of the New Year I decided I wanted to 'get friendly' with running so that it became a joy in my life rather than something to dread. I can honestly say that without Andy I would not have been able to achieve this goal.
Andy is like a breath of fresh air in terms of his attitude and approach. He has an uncanny knack of knowing what my absolute limits are but also knowing how to get me to push myself to reach them. He motivates through encouragement and persistence and is one of the most positive, professional and up-beat people I have had the pleasure of meeting.
I think one of the most important things to mention about Andy is the fact that he fully practises what he preaches and knows first hand through extensive experience, what works. I had a mild injury recently and felt very secure in knowing that Andy would not let me over-train, but neither stop altogether, which was important for me. He has also recommended other professionals to me who I have used with much success which again just stands to reflect his own degree of expertise.
To say I would recommend him would be an understatement.'
PETER WHELAN
"I have had the benefit of working with a wide range of trainers from the swanky spa style gyms that imply that they have the best of the best...(but rarely do) and in locations literally from Cairo to Cape Town and the Alps.
I turned to Andy for guidance in putting together a monthly training programme after a major operation and several years of a confused training programme had burnt me out.
He spent what seemed an age assessing what my body could handle. In my case with only one remaining adrenal gland this was an essential discipline.
The results a year later are showing the wisedom an experience of his approach. I am far healthier than I have been for years and have learnt to train in a way that does not stress my body...
As a highly committed elite triathlete Andy knows what works but has the patience to guide you through what you should be doing.
He is one of the best around."
Liza Garrido, Director HR Company & Triathlete
"Andy is an extremely patient coach who understands your capabilities and pushes you to do more than you can imagine… He has a holistic approach to his training and this influences you to be aware of what you need to build on and what your body can actually achieve. Wish we could find a real coach like this in Sydney."
Sharon Rice, Director & Triathlete
'' Most sessions were tough both on the mental & physical side, I mean this in a positive way as everything Andy made me do was for my bodies own good and development. So 18 months of mind strengthening I graduated with a strong core and no body limitations needed on my body ever again. His motivation and little kid eager approach to sessions did make it fun and you knew he always had my best interest at heart.''