Brandon and Melissa exactly what the fitness world needed. Their devotion to truly empower and…read moremotivate their clients to get into shape is unlike anything I've been a part of. werher Your there for Personal training or the amazing Bootcamps its clear as soon as you step in your family. I am beyond grateful for all the hard work and commitment to quality and knowledge Brandon and Melissa put into myself and other clients. I highly recommend Sama and believe you'll achieve your goals while also being emotionally and physically built up!

This may be controversial to some, but Sama Fitness is 100% better than Orange Theory. I was going…read moreto Melissa and Brandon for years to get a great workout. Their classes were always challenging, and I always walked away (if I didn't die from their leg workouts) feeling like I improved in my fitness journey with each class. I recently relocated and joined OF to continue having a class-based workout, but nothing compares to the classes Melissa and Brandon provided. They set the bar high! They always pushed me to levels I didn't think I could perform. Definitely miss their classes!

I look forward to my workouts with Shea. Her supportive, well-planned approach is encouraging,…read morechallenging, and rewarding. I am experiencing the results in my clothes and in feeling amazing and stronger. I've had knee and back issues previously but Shea has helped me worked through them to make my body stronger and firm up my core. She believes in actual results....seeing improvements in the motion, balance, and strength. It is a huge relief not to be judged by the scale as there are no weigh-ins. For anyone who has never worked with a trainer or is looking for a positive, supportive, knowledgeable trainer I highly recommend Shea.

What a welcome relief!…read more Shea Leonard is a different kind of personal trainer. Even though she's on the young side, the programs that she's created for me are just challenging enough that I am regaining some lost strength while avoiding the incapacitating soreness and/or injury that I've suffered at the hands of other PTs. I especially appreciate her focus on helping me maintain proper technique. Like I said, I'm in this to regain some lost strength, not to spend time on the disabled list! And, at the risk of repeating myself - Shea is a different kind of personal trainer. She uses her observational skills to create and modify programs so that we get the most out of them, which is something that I deeply appreciate. So will you!

Whether you are a serious athlete or someone who is looking to get in shape socially with great…read morepeople, Coach Lesley can hook you up! I am new to the Coach Lesley "crew" and am having so much fun getting a great education in endurance training. I found out about her coaching, one on one and group activities through some good friends and signed up with her to prepare me for the Chelanman half-ironman distance triathlon I will be competing in this July. This will be my first triathlon and I am getting all the information and assistance necessary to have a strong performance. Coach Lesley's guidance, support and great group runs, rides and swims are helping me to acheive a much higher level of fitness than I would otherwise be able to. I am seeing massive improvement in my speed and endurance and am having a blast. Coach Lesley is awesome and can help ALL COMERS to get into better shape!

I highly recommend Lesley regardless of your level, ability, or goals. She's very knowledgeable…read moreabout fitness and training and always stays updated with the latest advances in coaching. She cares about her clients at the personal level and personalizes their training to their personal needs. Her group workouts are a plus - not only you get assistance during the run, ride or swim, but you also get to share with a great group of people.

Welcome to the gun show! Kristen will LIFT you up to the next level of personal best. She is…read moreamazing and you can see it in everything she does. Her commitment to health and fitness is just the beginning of what sets her apart from other trainers. She is a disciplined teacher, yet totally fun to hang out with! It makes the entire process of training a much more enjoyable experience- plus she will do everything possible to help you achieve your fitness goals. I came to see her last year, had a goal to look good for a reunion and she made it happen. Sure, it took commitment on my part, but having her guidance and experience made it simple and attainable. She motivates, strengthens and builds friendships along the way. If you are looking to make a change in your life, make sure that Kristen and Lift are a part of it. Trust me, you cannot get better than this!

Update - hey Im still seeing Kristen 2-3 times a week. She keeps you accountable and makes it fun…read more Im inspired by her own journey and dedication. I may not be able to match her results but everyday I feel good about the effort and education I get thru keeping on. Also she really knows what women's bodies will respond to in both weight training and FOOD. She is a real pro and IM coming up on 5.5 years. Best decision to start, better decision to keep on going!!

I am a long time client of Mary's. Originally I was a rower and then a runner who rarely did any…read moreother training. Mary has added a strength program for me that has built my strength, reduced injuries and seen me through rehab from 3 kids, countless overuse injuries and a serious car accident. She is thoughtful and direct. She keeps you honest, pushes a bit a bit but also helps you rest when you need it. Her passion for her helping people find their health and wellness at any age is unique.

Mary trained me consistently 3 times a week for years. Her knowledgeable and approach instills…read moreconfidence and quickly establishes a foundation of trust between her and her clients. When you work with her, she will listen to what your goals are and work hand in hand with you to achieve them. She will also always be very transparent with you about what she sees, objectively, is getting in the way of you reaching your health and wellness goals. This can really help propel you forward and help you overcome what quite possibly has been holding you back for years.

I run a neighboring business to fuel house at their new location off Leary between Fremont and…read moreBallard. Even though I am not a member we do interact with the Fuelhouse staff and members regularly. The staff is awesome! Molly and her crew are the most pleasant and upbeat positive people ever! The members that frequent our business are always so happy and have great things to say about being a part of Fuelhouse. Check this place out!

This isn't the kind of gym you go to so you can sit at the chest fly machine all day. It's the kind…read moreof place you go to swing kettlebells and lift barbells, whether in a supportive group class setting or during open gym, where you'll still feel inspired to push harder because you'll see someone else there putting in the work. You can't help but get results and feel great working out in a place like this. Everyone I've met there is friendly and encouraging, making the gym feel like a welcome destination rather than a chore.

Such an amazing, caring g safe space creates for movement from home. Adaptive techniques, no…read morejudgement zone. All ability levels. Never judged me for being in pain or needing accommodations for movements. I just wanted someone to help me keep my strength, and sanity. Highly reccomend.

This is the type of business that everyone needs!!! I took part in Stacey's 10 week strength…read moretraining class and the care and commitment I received to make it through was amazing! She is all about "listening to your body" And protecting yourself. Stacey was committed to ensure we didn't hurt ourselves and gave wonderful instructions throughout! I've learned so much about my body and I feel the strongest I've ever felt in my life! This experience has and will be with me for a lifetime! Stacey is an advocate for eliminating diet culture which is what attracted me to be a part of strength training! My experience was hands down the best! I highly recommend you take her strength training classes!

I took a solidcore class for the first time yesterday! It is located on the ground floor of Ballard…read moreYards, which is a short walk from my home. It's very conveniently located. Staff there were friendly and welcomed me for my first visit. I took the Signature 50: Full Body with Janelle. Janelle walked me through how the workout will go and how to use the machine. She explained everything clearly and I appreciated how encouraging she was throughout the workout. She made rounds during the class and came over several times to help me with my form, which was very helpful. She also helped me adjust the springs when switching over to a different movement every time, so that I can follow the workout with minimal pause. As someone who occasionally leads group runs at Brooks Trailhead, her dedication was inspiring and made me think about how I could improve my attitude when attending to my run group. I've heard that solidcore workouts are tough. That morning, I kind of rolled out of bed and headed right over, so my body was just waking up when I started the class. It was a shock to my system when the class commenced with an intense plank session. I sometimes do track workouts where I push myself pretty far, but I've never pushed myself this hard through a strength workout. I wasn't sure when this part would end, so it got me off guard and in my head I was thinking how I hated this. But this made me realize how I should probably push myself harder during my regular strength routine because I found out I could do more with my body in class. I was drenched in sweat in the first five minutes of class. The area where you put your arms on the machine became slippery pretty fast, so I think it would be a good idea to put a towel there to prevent slipping. Also, because of all the sweating, I took several pauses from workout to hydrate. I wish there are defined water breaks during class because it was hard to find a time to take a pause. Maybe solidcore prioritizes that we keep going and not stop during the workout, though. During the class, we were in the side plank oblique position for a while. That pose didn't come naturally for me but it was interesting to try different forms that I wouldn't do otherwise. I don't remember working on my back muscles all that much in class, but my LAT area became really sore post workout. It probably means I have weak back muscles. The shoulder raises at the end of the class was also short but tough on me. In such ways, the class made me realize where my weaknesses are and made me want to get stronger. In many ways I mentioned above, I experienced a lot of discoveries about myself in class. It's definitely worth the price. I'm thinking about returning for another class or two so that I can solidify in my memory what to work on for my body.