“I am an Olympic weight lifter. In constant pain, I met Jack after two shoulder surgeries, back surgery and months of unsuccessful physical therapy. I lost complete function of my shoulder. Also my lower back pain and pelvic instability prevented me from standing erect. Orthopedic doctors said my only option was a shoulder replacement, pain management and a wheelchair for my back pain. Telling an athlete that his ability to lift weights was over and that he is unable to weight train on any level is depressing.

 

I expected Jack to say there’s no hope, instead, he said we could work around the existing injuries and bring me back to be able to function and lift weights again. I am actively training again and regained full function of my right shoulder and lower back. Meeting Jack was one of the luckiest days of my life.

 

Many people know the textbook approach of physical therapy and fitness training, but very few understand the art and are able to take it to the next level. For someone to practice something on the level of an art, they must know their subject completely. This allows them to be free and intuitive about what they are doing. Therefore, they can practice as an art. In my humble opinion, that is where Jack Mantione is today.”
-Joseph Perez

 

• 1988 Nosotros Roberto Clemente Athlete of the Year/Golden Eagle Award
• 2-time Para-Olympic weight lifting champion (9 medals)
• U.S. World Champion and 4-time National Champion
• Over 50 years experience in weight training
• Body building & weight training expert & historian
• First individual with cerebral palsy to finish the New York City Marathon
• First individual with Cerebral palsy to obtain Life Guard Certification

 

 

“I have never been able to obtain the power and intimidation associated with professional athletes. After coming off a season full of injuries, I wanted Jack to help me improve on my physical ability, size and injuries (elbow and ankle surgery). Jack’s treatment on my elbow and ankle were life changing."

 

"I am a 5’11”, corner outfielder and after about a month and a half of meeting Jack, my range of motion has increased tremendously and I regained my full throwing motion and swinging speed. I gained over 20 pounds of muscle without the use of steroids. I increased my arm strength, speed and flexibility."

 

"With two weeks left until spring training, I have finally reached 100 percent efficiency with strength and flexibility in my surgically repaired throwing arm. I have also gained 25 pounds of muscle since the end of last season. This is the sixth year of my professional career and I feel that this up-coming year will be my best ever due to tremendous physical strides I have made with Jack’s program."

 

"Jack has changed my life; he is the most talented trainer and therapist I have ever met.”
-Norm Martel Jr., Outfielder, Chicago White Sox

 

“I was referred to Jack by a respected sports medicine professional who thought I would benefit from working with him. I was very excited to get started as his stuff was different from anything I had ever experienced in my 11 years in professional sports. He looked at my body and problem areas as no one had ever done. He explained to me how the way I was instructed to train in the past was not the correct way and was actually hurting my ability to perform."

 

"After one session with Jack, my body and mind felt unbelievable and refreshed. I took Jack’s training methods into the season and was able to stay strong for what turned out to be longest season of my career. Being able to stay healthy and avoid arm injury is half the battle for a pitcher. In fact, I was able to throw the ball 95 mph for the first time in five years. I attribute this to Jack and his training methods.”
-Nick Bierbrodt, Left-Handed Pitcher, 1st round draft pick: Arizona Diamondbacks

 

“Jack is the modern-day rehabilitation and strength-training specialist. There really is a way to bulk up without the use of steroids. He has helped athletes gain serious size and strength and recover from injury quickly using his unique training and rehabilitation methods.”
-Dave Clark, Professional Baseball Scout, Former Professional Baseball Player, Inspirational Speaker