LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio
Personal trainer · Newark, NJ · reviewed since 2020
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%85+49.9Reliability 26%71+18.5Value 15%85+12.9Momentum penalty24−7.6Experts Score= 74Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.74SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#6 of 8 stretching studiosiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 29%
4.9★★★★★119 Google reviews · 15 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.27★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
7.1%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio at a glance
LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio holds a 4.9 rating from 119 reviews, with the owner responding to 56 percent of comments. Customers describe personalized training sessions that address specific physical limitations and goals, noting the staff's knowledge in fitness principles and injury prevention. The studio offers individual and semi-private appointments in a welcoming environment, with clients reporting strength gains and reduced pain. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided five-star excerpts.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 119 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 119 Google reviews (99 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 56% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 8, 2026.
Service: Stretching Studio serving Newark, New Jersey.
Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.
Score profile vs other stretching studios
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and satisfaction; weakest: momentum.
This companyStretching Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
85
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
71
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
85
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio: 24/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.D
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 51.–
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Star ratings
119 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars11798%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star22%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 99 written reviews
98%praise
Praise10698%
Complaints22%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price225%
Reasonable563%
Overpriced00%
Not sure113%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude3835%
Would recommend3028%
Quality & results1413%
Speed & response109%
Honesty & trust76%
Price & value55%
Communication44%
What customers talk about
We read 99 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Wichard is amazing at what he does and very knowledgeable in the world of fitness.”
“Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a complete beginner (like myself), I would 100% recommend personal training here!”
“We’ve had such an amazing experience working with LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio!”
“I was amazed at how much it helped and how quickly I recovered.”
“I've been training with Widchard at LivFit for over a year now, and I can honestly say it's one of the best investments I've made in myself.”
“Widchard has a style that is both supportive and patient, yet tough and fair.”
“Beyond the programming, I always feel comfortable asking questions and she takes time to fully explain techniques and correct my form.”
People customers mention
Widchard15 reviews
Daniel7 reviews
Hosam6 reviews
Wichard3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
MMariaLocal Guide · 75 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Wichard is amazing at what he does and very knowledgeable in the world of fitness. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a complete beginner (like myself), I would 100% recommend personal training here! Everything is tailored specifically to you and what you want to achieve, plus they can connect you to other…
Personal training
JJanice8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
I signed up for 3-1hour sessions (wish I had started earlier during my visit) . They were great and he worked well within my physical limitations. Would highly recommend for any physical level.
Reasonable pricePersonal training
AAndyLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 11 months ago★★★★★
I'm so glad I found this gem in the business district. Widchard is working me hard and more importantly avoiding injury. The hour session I do every week is just right for me.
MMark6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★
LivFit is great! The staff is dedicated and knowledgeable. In the five months I've been going to help with my back pain I've seen a tremendous decrease in that pain among other benefits. Great place to get fit, stay fit, and LivFit 💪🏻
Great pricePersonal training
AAbhinai1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Widchard is the man! He's been training folks for a long time and knows his stuff. Been a little over 2 months for my latest health kick and the results come pretty quick if you take your diet seriously too.
You will be pushed hard, but that's what you're paying for! Lots of compound movements & stretches…
Personal training
CCourtney8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I’ve been working with Richard for a little while now and couldn’t be more pleased. He’s knowledgeable, encouraging, and supportive without being “extra”. I love this gym because the people here are REAL. It’s not filled with people solely focused on posting to/for social media but about community, health and wellbeing. Worth every penny!
Wichard is amazing at what he does and very knowledgeable in the world of fitness. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a complete beginner (like myself), I would 100% recommend personal training here! Everything is tailored specifically to you and what you want to achieve, plus they can connect you to other services including physical therapy and nutrition to further grow. Definitely check it out!
Services: Personal training
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Deirdre Jones6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Deirdre has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've been training with Widchard at LivFit for over a year now, and I can honestly say it's one of the best investments I've made in myself.
I only make it there once a week, but even with that schedule, I've become noticeably stronger, and the process has been surprisingly painless. I've never really been someone who enjoyed working out, yet here I am, more than a year later, still looking forward to my sessions. That probably says more than anything else I could write.
Widchard is an outstanding trainer. He has an incredible depth of knowledge and always knows exactly how to challenge me without pushing me beyond what's appropriate. Every workout is different, so I'm never bored, and I can genuinely see and feel the progress we've made.
One thing that really impressed me happened after I bruised my ribs. Instead of trying to work around the injury, Widchard designed an entire session focused on stretching and mobility to improve circulation and support the healing process. I was amazed at how much it helped and how quickly I recovered.
I'll admit, I can be a little cranky during some workouts, but Widchard never lets me off the hook. He knows when to encourage me, when to challenge me, and when to remind me that I'm capable of more than I think. I'm stronger today because of his guidance, and I'm grateful for it.
If you're looking for a knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely invested personal trainer, I can't recommend Widchard and LivFit highly enough.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Personal training
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Janice Carstafhnur8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Janice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I signed up for 3-1hour sessions (wish I had started earlier during my visit) . They were great and he worked well within my physical limitations. Would highly recommend for any physical level.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Personal training
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
It was a pleasure working with you. You know where to find us next time you are in town. All the best. Thank you.
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Andy CohenLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Andy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I'm so glad I found this gem in the business district. Widchard is working me hard and more importantly avoiding injury. The hour session I do every week is just right for me.
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Mark Goodman6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
LivFit is great! The staff is dedicated and knowledgeable. In the five months I've been going to help with my back pain I've seen a tremendous decrease in that pain among other benefits. Great place to get fit, stay fit, and LivFit 💪🏻
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Personal training
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Abhinai Pothireddy1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Abhinai has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Widchard is the man! He's been training folks for a long time and knows his stuff. Been a little over 2 months for my latest health kick and the results come pretty quick if you take your diet seriously too.
You will be pushed hard, but that's what you're paying for! Lots of compound movements & stretches customized to where you are in your fitness journey. Worth it if you're committed!
Services: Personal training
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Nickisha Mortimer4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nickisha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My son has been training at LivFit Fitness, for about a year now and the transformation has been incredible. At 16, he has not only become stronger and fitter, but I’ve also noticed a real change in his confidence, discipline, and willingness to push himself. The progress shows up not just in the gym but also in school and in other sports—he now approaches boxing, tennis, golf, and even hockey with focus and an open mind.
Widchard has a style that is both supportive and patient, yet tough and fair. He truly holds his clients accountable while also meeting them where they are, which I believe is why my son has been able to grow so much under his guidance. It’s clear that he is dedicated to helping his clients reach their goals, and I’m grateful for the positive impact he’s had on my son. I highly recommend LivFit Fitness to anyone looking for a trainer who genuinely cares and delivers results.
Services: Personal training
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Courtney Garrett8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Courtney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve been working with Richard for a little while now and couldn’t be more pleased. He’s knowledgeable, encouraging, and supportive without being “extra”. I love this gym because the people here are REAL. It’s not filled with people solely focused on posting to/for social media but about community, health and wellbeing. Worth every penny!
Services: Personal training
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Courtney. Welcome to the LivFit Fam!
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Karen Villafane4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Karen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We’ve had such an amazing experience working with LivFit Fitness Personal Training & Wellness Studio! Our residents absolutely love all the trainers they’re energetic, professional, and genuinely care about the wellbeing of our community.
Huge shoutout to Jaramogi and Widchard- your top-notch service, positivity, and dedication do not go unnoticed. You’ve brought energy, health, and movement into our community in such an uplifting and consistent way.
Thank you for being such a valuable part of our wellness events we couldn’t ask for a better collaboration! Highly recommend LivFit to anyone looking to improve their fitness and overall wellbeing with an exceptional team. 💪🏽✨
