My wife and I have been working with Jason for years and we truly cannot say enough good things about him. He has everything you want in a trainer: professionalism; unparalleled expertise on all things health and wellness related; and a kind, friendly approach that will appeal to anyone. He knows just how hard to push you so you are always advancing, but not so much that you risk injuries, or become too intimidated to continue. He is open-minded, creative, and collaborative. For people who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, know that he helped train my wife throughout her pregnancy and afterwards. Without a doubt, he is the reason that my wife was able to follow her own birth plan-the doctor was skeptical that she would be able to deliver without a C-section given the size of our baby and because she had spent 2 days in labor before beginning to push. But Jason had helped prepare her-both her core and her stamina-and she was able to deliver our kid safely in under 2 hours. The doctor called her the 'best pusher' she's ever seen-and that is because of Jason. In other words, he is perfect. Jason is also just a funny, smart, and interesting guy to be around-we have enjoyed not just working with him, but becoming his friend. We trust him with our life, and you will, too. read more

I've been training with Jason Agrella since Sept 2022 and he is the absolute best. In the past 1.5 years, I've seen huge strides in my strength (including doubling my deadlift PR) and mobility, but perhaps what I appreciate most is the knowledge that I've gained since working with Jason. It has completely changed the way I train for the better! Working with Jason has really levelled up my understanding of how to train for functional performance, strength and mobility that will serve me in the long-run - how to move better, breathwork and recovery, integrating mobility, and the mind & body connection. I'm sure anyone who has trained with Jason will know that he is always learning, experimenting, and exploring new methods in his own training, and he will often share new insights and techniques with his clients. He draws a lot from his own practice and reflection, and I think that's why he has a really good grasp of how certain movement patterns work with your body, and where the gaps are. Not to mention I don't know what I would've done without his guidance when I strained my hip through running. He prescribed several drills that not only resolved the pain very quickly, but I've now come out of it with better body mechanics and alignment. I'm really grateful to have found Jason and I would highly recommend him! read more

I waited a bit to write this review and, by a bit, two years. I hated working out. I would rather be reading books than have anything to do with workouts. My 30s were miserable. I used to get injured easily, and I had a back injury that made it difficult to work out. I had gastrointestinal issues that my doctors couldn't fix and advised me to live with them. Somewhere in my forties, I decided to get serious about my health. At only one point in my life, I made it past a couple of months of workouts, and that was with Jordan. I called him up and asked if he could help me. That was two years ago. This June, I complete two years of workouts with him. Without injuries! Gastro issues are gone based on dietary recommendations from him! I bounced back quickly from Covid and a few personal setbacks without health issues. I have more energy, strength than in my 30s. I remember telling my parents I felt like I was in my early twenties. The advice from my family is to keep going with Jordan! He is well-read. I like the insights about health issues. The banter in geopolitical matters is fun. He is empathetic. He brings humor to the table. What's not to like? In fact, I love Jordan! Thanks, Jordan, for the vast improvement in my health! read more

The Short Review: Emily is a kind, personal, and compassionate trainer. I've been with her over 1.5 years. Even now, my friends, and family KEEP remarking on my changes (after losing 50 pounds, 20 with Emily) because they can see the progress I've made in my life: both physical and mental. Most importantly, I am so much happier and Emily, helped me find that. She has aided me in: -Nutrition -Fitness -Stress Relief -Pain Reduction -Support & Accountability -Finding extra apps, meal services, book recommendations, etc . . . and any and ALL kinds of questions!!! *The small gym she trains in is great. It's only ever just her and her husband, which makes the training that much more personal. The Longer Version: A few years ago I put on about forty pounds, until at one point I knew I just had to do something about it. I did the whole cleansing thing, popular diet thing, nicer gym thing, but while they all helped me make small changes (and shed 30 pounds), I finally hit a plateau. At that point I wanted to find a trainer who was also a nutritionist and it was incredibly difficult to find someone who did both!!! Luckily, I found Emily here on Yelp! and she proved to be just what I was looking for. She really filled in the holes with my diet. While I had been eating many good things, I wasn't making my metabolism work for me. And honestly, I just wasn't eating enough! There was so much more to it, but Emily was able to help guide me in several ways: balanced meals, meal prep, a food service, etc Not only that, but she helped me transfer over to a Paleo diet and a more organic/ holistic household. This wasn't a quick transition, nor did she push it on me. However, she was there to answer any of my 100+ questions about it! *With a smile Finally, she's an awesome trainer. I've always worked out and enjoyed lifting weights, but Emily really goes at my pace. I suffer from fatigue and on days when I simply don't have the energy, she knows not to push me. On the other hand, on days I can do harder workouts, I can leave the gym feeling pretty proud of myself. She also incorporates a lot of different exercises like yoga, and things I've wanted to try, like barre and kettle bell. I imagine it's different based on her different clients needs though. After quite a bit of time with her now, I feel more confident in my abilities and this translates to my day to day life, which is what my family and friends remark on (not just my physical changes). Now I have a better balance in my nutrition and a stronger body. I've lost 50 pounds overall and I'm working towards longer term goals (and just feeling great). If you are looking for a trainer who is friendly, personal, and knowledgeable, then I couldn't recommend Emily more. *Please feel free to email me with questions* read more

I contacted Jordan after dealing with one injury or another for almost two years. I felt like as soon as one thing healed, something new would crop up. I'd been to a traditional physical therapist each time, but clearly it wasn't working. A friend recommended Jordan telling me, "he'll make you do some crazy sh*t, but just do it--it works." My experience since then has been completely transformative. I'm not only exercising pain free, but I'm a vastly more functional athlete. The neurological and mobility drills Jordan has taught me are starting to completely change the way I exercise, and I'm excited to continue working with him to reach new fitness goals. I'd encourage anyone who is finding that traditional personal training or therapy methods aren't clicking to invest in training at Average to Elite. You'll have to step out of your comfort zone, but you certainly won't want to go back. read more

Jordan is a guru who cured my right shoulder injury that no other chiropractor, physical therapist, and sports medicine doctor have achieved. I suffered this injury for two years, went through numerous physical rehabilitation, and the pain never fully subsided. I was referred to Jordan by a friend and heard amazing things. On the first day, Jordan asked me to raise my right and left shoulder. My left shoulder could be fully raised straight and my right shoulder could only go up halfway. Jordan immediately identified the problem, and after a few unorthodox movements, we did a retest of the shoulder mobility. Miraculously, I rose my right shoulder completely, almost matching that of my left shoulder without pain. I was in such shock and was left speechless after the first session on how well I could move my shoulder. I haven't been able to raise it completely for years and in just less than an hour, I could do it. After a few months of sessions with Jordan, my shoulder has completely recovered fully. For anyone with any physical trauma, I highly recommend Jordan to oversee any of your injuries. read more

Let me preface this by saying that I am not a fan of 99.99999% of the "fitness professionals" out there. And, as a fellow fitness professional with 20 years of experience under my belt, I've met plenty of them. When I look at other fitness folks, I concentrate not only on how much they know, but on their ability to apply the information, their drive to learn more, their passion, and their commitment to their clients and their chosen field. Most folks in this business have simply passed an exam so that they can call themselves "Personal Trainer." From there, they become "Bored person checking cellphone while giving client back pain," or perhaps "Person who equates driving clients to quivering, puking, sweaty messes to proper training procedures." That having been said, Jordan Vezina meets and surpasses every quality I look for in a fitness professional. I respect him more than words can say. He talks the talk. He walks the walk. He knows his stuff, and he knows how to apply it. Jordan WILL make you better, faster, stronger. If you have pain, he will get you out of it. If you have trouble touching your toes, he will get you there. If you want to learn how to do some awesome flower arrangements... well, for all I know, he might be able help you do that, too, but you have to ask nice. I do not take reviewing my fellow fitness professionals lightly. And I can say whole-heartedly that if you're in the Palo Alto area, you would be remiss not to visit Average to Elite Performance. Bring your own flowers. read more

I came in with some notion of getring into a healthier lifestyle and Emily did a dantastic job of fine tuning the process! Having so much information to wander through by myself i had an impossible task of discerning what would be applicable for me (as well as...just...wrong info ). She walked me through each step brilliantly to the point where i felt so much more confident moving forward. So many little tips, details, debunking false notions are just some of the pros of her profession. Oh and she also does fitness / agility! read more

There should be someone to carry you to your car after a session with Jordan. I felt great after my first visit with Jordan, although going home very tired and ready for bed...then I tried to take a shower the next day. I realized I'd temporarily lost the use of my arms, as well as the ability to walk properly. I would seriously consider investing in a handicap placard before seeing Jordan. He has been an extremely enlightening human being though. He has made me learn several things about myself, such as... I'm a complete masochist I have the ability to hate inanimate objects, such as foam I can sweat absolute buckets 'Plank' and 'ok' are now on my list of bad words Although I routinely tell Jordan I hate him and that he's the devil (which I usually really do mean) he is very entertaining and his methods are effective. I can tell I'm getting in better shape than I've been in for a very long time, and he pushes me farther than I could ever push myself. Definitely not your run-of-the-mill 18 year old who doesn't know what to do with his life so he starts "training" people. He actually knows what he's doing and it shows. So if you enjoy bad dancing, even worse jokes, ridiculous slogans and more importantly, want to get in fabulous shape, give Jordan a call. read more

Jordan Rocks! I was totally confused and mixed up about kettlebell training techniques, but after one session with Jordan I'm seeing the light! He was a joy to work with--clear, concise, informative, etc. I cannot recommend him highly enough! I'm already scheduled to see him again next week! A FANTASTIC personal trainer. read more

I trained with Alyssa Chang for most of 2012 and would have continued training with her if I didn't move away from Palo Alto last January. She is extremely attentive and knows exactly how hard to push you without making you feel sick afterwards. Alyssa will also make sure your form is solid. The workouts were constantly varying so I never got bored. One of the things I really liked about Alyssa's training style are her post-workout followups. She is great at following up after workouts to see how I am feeling and also provided helpful feedback on my diet when I showed her my food log. Even when I was traveling for work, she would email me to see how I was feeling. I'm 31 now and have never been in better shape my whole life. As a software engineer who sits in front of the computer most of the day, I can't say there is a single other investment I've made in my life so far that makes me feel better about myself on a daily basis than training with Alyssa. Even though I've moved to San Francisco and have a new trainer there, if I ever have to spend time in Palo Alto for more than a few days for business I will try to schedule a training session with her. She's THAT good! read more

I've been seeing Jordan for over 6 months now. I was looking for more then strength conditioning. I needed help in correcting movement issues and then optimizing my flexibility and strength. Years of desk work compounded with some old injuries had taken their toll, and my DIY approach with dumbbells wasn't cutting it. I wanted to find a trainer that would integrate kettlebell training with whatever corrective exercises I would need. Jordan started with movement screening and gave me stretches and exercises designed to rehabilitate my lost flexibility. As my flexibility increased I was seeing far more strength increases than I expected. Seasonal joint aches disappeared, and my overall endurance and functional strength has exceeded my expectations. I've got a way to go to meet my goals, but I know that with Jordan that I will surpass them. read more

Jordan really is the best in the business. I can't tell you how much I miss him since I moved away two years ago! I've looked for trainers all over Chicagoland, including Z-Health certified trainers, but no one measures up. Jordan not only delivers results, he FIXES YOU. Not only do you end up strong and with a killer bod, but all those nagging pains and dysfunctions? Gone. He had my body moving/functioning better than it has my entire life. It may take some time, but he will have you doing movements you thought you couldn't do again, pain-free. I still use the exercises and movement drills he taught me when I'm not performing my best. I have recurring problems with my shoulders and traps, as well as my calves/ankles. Before/during/after my workouts, when something doesn't feel right, I do them and notice an immediate difference. I'm looser, I move better, and have less/no pain. They also help lots with recovery! In short: GO! He's worth it! And he's pretty funny to boot. read more

When I first discovered kettlebells I realized that I needed to spend time learning as much as possible. I did end up hurting myself with poor form and decided that I had to find a competent trainer to put me on the right track. Jordan showed me where my form was lacking and shared many tips on how to perform the movements correctly. He is extremely detail oriented but his delivery keeps things simple and easy to understand. If you are serious about kettlebell training (or even if it is secondary to your main training methods) and you live in the Bay Area I can't recommend Jordan's services enough. He's friendly honest and direct. Your future fitness will thank you. read more

Back at the beginning of the year I took stock of where my body was heading and I didn't like it. I had been gaining almost 10 pounds every decade since college. I was not fitting comfortably into my clothes and I didn't want to move up yet another size. On top of that my doctor told me I was officially in the "overweight" category. I decided it was time to stop talking about getting in shape and just do it. I started personal training with Jordan Vezina, Emily's partner at Average to Elite (who I also highly recommend). During our training sessions Jordan would talk about the benefit of eating a nutritionally balanced diet to complement the exercise regimen and maximize "aesthetic improvement". Though I conceptually knew what I needed to do I didn't know how to incorporate it into a busy lifestyle with a full-time job and family, so Jordan suggested working with Emily. Emily and I started with an in person intake. She assessed my general health, current eating habits, goals, needs, etc. She then gave me some initial action items to work on and we scheduled a follow up by phone a week or two later. She emphasized that I could contact her anytime with questions. At our phone check in we discussed progress, she answered all my questions, made recommendations for different products and services and we updated goals. What I have found most helpful have been quick-prep meal and snack ideas and recipes. I have enjoyed our regular phone check-in conversations. Emily is easy to talk to and very helpful. I have been working with Jordan now for almost 8 months and Emily for about 4. In that time I've lost 12-15 pounds (depending on the day) and went down 2 sizes. Though I considered myself a relatively informed shopper and healthy eater, the changes that I implemented made all the difference. When people see me putting together my lunch in the office they say, "oh, you're being so good" as if I were on a diet and depriving myself. In reality, I am really enjoying what I eat and when I get off track (for example I'm traveling and food selection is out of my control) I look forward to "returning to normal." I would highly recommend Emily to anyone who is trying to make a change to their eating habits that is healthy, sustainable, and satisfying. read more

Jordan makes me quiver. In a healthy non-sexual way of course!! I am a lifelong athlete who joined the throngs of 20-somethings chained to a computer 9 hours a day slamming coffee, carbs, and one too many happy-hour cocktails - and only exercise was getting up to grab another cookie. So 20 pounds later I was feeling like a shell of my old kick ass B-baller self, completely out of shape, depressed and feeling helpless. I had attempted to get back into working out many times and always came across the same roadblocks - No Time, No Results and ultimately BOREDOM!! I hate the gym - and I hate paying a high-school dropout who happens to have a decent body and no personality more than $90 an hour to tell me how to do a sit up. Before Jordan left I had one 30 minute session with him and could not walk straight for three days. I knew it worked alright. I was bummed when he was deployed and figured I would try it on my own until he got back (yeah right) and was incredibly relieved that he returned quickly. I jumped at the opportunity to start training and have absolutely no regrets. To date I have had 5 sessions with Mr. Vezina and here's what I love: Our sessions fit nicely into my lunchbreak and are OUTDOORS on a beautiful park field in Palo Alto, no stinky gym people to fight over equipment with, my ass is (even more) fabulous than before and getting firmer by the second, I am getting stronger and much more balanced and have an incredible amount of energy all of a sudden, I now aspire to be on the show "Fight Girls" and will probably join Jordan in opening a Kettle Bell Academy (only for people who "rock"). I have gotten back in touch with my body and am starting to feel like an athlete again for the first time in over 6 years. OH! and the best part of all came today! I had my last session with my "other" trainer that I had pre-paid 6 sessions with after not seeing her for a month. She took me through a pretty kick ass workout and I pretty much rocked it. So much so that she and two other random gym-goers went out of their way to aknowledge the awesome power of my squat/side-kicks and cat-like balance on the Bosu Ball as I performed one-legged squats like a pro. My trainer said "wow - our workouts really have paid off!" ;-) HA HA HA! Hell to the no woman - the big metal balls I've been throwing around lately are what's working (he he) and I can't believe it's only been 5 sessions!! I can tell I'm laying a very solid foundation - my core, my glutes and my thighs are feeling quite solid - and I know I will start seeing many more physical transformations in the weeks to come. I can honestly say that after trying almost every single type of workout imaginable - Kettle Bell training with Jordan is the most EFFICIENT, CHALLENGING, FUN, RESULTS-ORIENTED, and all around BAD ASS Workout I have ever done!!! YEAH JORDAN - YOU ROCK MY BODY!! ;-) read more

Figured it was time to update this review since it's been over a year. I started working with Jordan to get in shape for my wedding last year and I've stuck with it because it has beyond exceeded my expectations. As a trainer, Jordan knows his stuff. Everything he teaches he actually does himself, so he's extremely familiar with the exercises and is great at troubleshooting and knowing when to push or let you rest. He's got a solid knowledge base about kettlebells and general conditioning/training and is constantly educating himself about the latest developments/trends in his field. With kettlebells the workouts are shorter (albeit harder), the results are better, and you don't need 50 different machines to get it done. Everybody asks me how I can possibly get a workout from swinging a kettlebell. Keep in mind that at PAK you won't be swinging a 5 lb KB (at least, not for long). Jordan has said that most of his female clients will start with around a 26 lb KB or heavier and progress upward from there. The KBs come in a wide range of weights, with the heaviest one being over 100 lbs. To sum up: **If you are not opposed to working hard, kettlebell workouts will give you a great workout in a short amount of time. **Jordan is an excellent trainer and I'd recommend him to anyone without hesitation. You WILL get better results with his guidance and with KBs you need a good instructor, especially when you start out. **I would give PAK 10 stars if I could. Seriously. read more

Jordan will fix any problem you have in your life. That may be a bit of an exaggeration, but it is not far from the truth. I first went to see Jordan when I was having hip issues. After over a year of pain, I had exhausted the Stanford medical system yet still was in pain even when laying down. Within a few sessions, Jordan had me walking without pain. After maybe 6 or 7 sessions, I was running, jumping, and lifting pain free. It was truly miraculous. I refer everyone I know to Jordan, and I have yet to hear of someone he hasn't helped immensely. As arrogant as this sounds, I do think it's worth saying for others who may be skeptical of the business name: you don't have to be an 'average' athlete for Jordan to massively improve your performance. I saw Jordan as an internationally competitive runner, and he was able to provide solutions I didn't have access to even though I was already at the 'elite' level. As compared to other trainers/coaches/doctors/shamans, Jordan is exceptional in his knowledge and application of neurobiology, his sense of humor, and just his overall aura...you'll have to go to see what I mean. read more

I am a sports massage therapist and an Active Release Instructor. My sport of choice is ultra cycling and I use running for cross training. I have been a personal trainer and strength and conditioning specialist for over 20 years. I have worked with and trained under many other personal trainers in the past. Jordan is one of the best I have met. Last week climbing up Page Mill Road (8 miles/2000 feet) I dropped 10 minutes off of my time. I have also increased my running mileage with less effort. Every time that I show up for my session Jordan is on the floor stretching. As a therapist I know that prevention is very important to Jordan. I feel confident that he can continue to show me new levels of my own fitness and endurance. I would highly recommend Jordan for anyone who is interested in efficient, no nonsense instruction, attention and perfection. Jordan is focused; detail orientated and will keep you on track to achieve your unknown potential. Anthony Gilbert The Athlete's Edge read more

I took a 5 hour workshop with Jordan in preparation for an RKC certification course. It was the best possible use to time and money to that end. He gave me invaluable mental prep and form critique, as well as specific advice on the business of training that one can only glean from years of experience. Most importantly, he pointed out that my shoulder mobility issues are originating in my thoracic spine and not my rotator cuff. I have been doing shoulder stretches for weeks to correct it and having limited results. That simple, "Hey, you have a tight t-spine" comment has saved me months of frustration and might possibly save my RKC certification test. read more

Jordan is just amazing. The first time I went to him was 2014. I was trying to figure out why my workout is not improving my fitness level and stamina in general. That's when I learned what mobility is the first time. I worked with him for about 3 months and was able to squat and improve my rock climbing skills. Fast forward, I've decided to go back to Jordan after I couldn't heal my shoulder injury for almost a year. Jordon's method is just magical. He teaches you how your body works and how you can improve your movement by doing small exercises like breathing exercise or eye exercise. my shoulder feels perfect after 3 sessions with him. I've been doing less crossfit workout these days but somehow I'm stronger than ever. I personally think Jordon can fix anything and help you achieve your fitness goal in a way you would never imagine. read more

I was searching on Yelp for my first personal training experience for overall fitness and health. I wasn't in the best of shape and was hesitant about starting with a trainer as I really wanted to find someone who adjusts to my needs. Average to Elite Performance stood out in the reviews because of their holistic approach to training. Z Health according to the website is "the most comprehensive neurology-based training system in the industry". And Emily, my trainer, is the perfect fit for me in the way she applies her knowledge to my abilities. She uses different techniques to build my muscle strength and mobility and also works with breathing exercises, and visual and nerve stimulating techniques. In addition to pushing me to perform my best, she is very intuitive and adjusts every session according to my ability. Emily has exceeded my expectations as to what I envisioned I could achieve with a personal trainer. read more

Jordan was my personal instructor (1:1 sessions) for several months over the period of about a year. I saw incredible strength and stability gains and appreciated Jordan's expertise and unwillingness to let me get away with anything. After returning to my weight lifting program for a time, I was amazed at how much more I could pull than before starting with kettlebells. Highly recommend. And congrats to Jordan on his RKC Team Leader achievement! read more

I am really happy with my experience at Average to Elite Performance. Before coming to Average to Elite Performance I was dealing with a lot of aches and pains, especially in my neck and shoulder. I have been working with Emily for several weeks and she has definitely helped me gain more mobility and feel more confident about exercising and knowing that I can do more movement/exercise and not re-injure my neck or shoulder. Emily has really helped me to be more aware of how I move my body and she is always teaching me a better way to move, or suggesting how to modify an exercise when I am having trouble. Emily is very kind and compassionate and also very knowledgeable about exercise and nutrition. She is always patient and really listens to any concerns that I have and provides practical recommendations that help me to reach my goals step by step. I always look forward to my training sessions with Emily and really appreciate her support and encouragement as I continue on my path to wellness. read more

I've worked with Jordan for several years during which time my body mechanics and fitness has improved significantly. I came to him with the consequences of many years of competitive sports and desk/computer work. Jordan created a program that has guided me to achieve much better overall mobility and increased strength and fitness. Jordan is the most knowledgeable fitness coach that I've ever encountered even having worked with several national level coaches in two different sports. read more

Jordan really is amazing! He is super knowledgeable and fun to work with. He is great about modifying my workouts to my abilities. I spent five years having daily back spasms, doctors told me it was just my reality after my car accident. I don't have back spasms anymore and my range of motion has improved so much, it's incredible. I'm so thankful! AND Now that I'm no longer in pain we are working on what's really important... getting sexy and healthy!! read more

This guy. Soft spoken, calm, observant and then BAM. You realize you are interacting with someone who knows a LOT about a LOT. If you want to get strong, alleviate pain, be SMART and sustainable about your training, this guys is amazing. He actually knows science and WHY you are doing what you are doing and you are not going to be put on a template program. He actually cares. Go for it, trust it, watch results happen. read more

I have already been learning what I can about nutrition for the past several years, and felt that I had a good foundational knowledge when I first began working with Emily. What Emily did was fill in the "gaps" so to speak, providing important context for all of the information I had picked up. Perhaps even more important are her coaching skills in the realm of motivation and habit development. You can find a diet or list of foods you should be eating anywhere, but it you don't know how to actually fit that information into your life it doesn't matter. That's what Emily does. I would recommend her to anyone ready to commit themselves to creating a real life change. read more

Jordan is AMAZING! I have been working with him for the last 20 months and the results speak for themselves. I'm a runner so improving overall strength and avoiding injuries have been my focus. Jordan has very very deep understanding of how neural system works and any tiny little effects can have negative impact on body. We experiment with different methods to fix problems if any and all are very effective. The science behind those methods seem to be random first but it really works. The mobility work is amazing. The strength training is great. With my long distance running over the years, Jordan has played a very important role to protect me from injuries. Highly recommend! read more

I wasn't sure what to expect when I first signed up for sessions with Jordan. I had barely any exposure to kettle bells and my goal was to simply get lose pounds and get lean. Over the course of the first few sessions, Jordan went to great lengths to address any past/present injuries and mobility issues because it was paramount to him that the body be well-prepared for kettle bell training. At first I was anxious to get started on an intense work-out but all those earlier prep sessions paid off as I found myself becoming pain-free in areas that had troubled me before. His toolbox of exercises and tips helped heal my low back pain, inner knees issues, and a particular twinge in my hip region. He was also careful about teaching me proper form when using kettle bells as it becomes important the more one loads weight. Over time, I found myself growing stronger, more stable, and integrated--particularly helpful to me since I am hyper flexible and needed to develop more muscle strength. There was certainly a method to his "madness" as when he finally ramped up the intensity level, I was more than capable of handling it, while still feeling challenge of exertion. Also of note, he changed the way I perceived the method of becoming lean towards a healthier, long-term, sustainable approach that included diet and body composition as opposed to monitoring the scale and simply exercising to try to drop pounds. Jordan's vast wealth of knowledge and expertise is amazing and I immediately trusted his guidance as I could tell he had his client's best interest in mind. Jordan has been excellent at responding to any questions/needs I had and this helped encourage me in my practice of kettle bell training. I've discovered that kettle bell training is an excellent complement to my strong yoga practice and now I've incorporated it into my regular routine. One last (but not least) thing I'll always remember was when I first signed up for sessions with him, some personal issues prevented me from showing up to a few of them. After a long break, I resumed training with him and he generously gave me back the sessions I missed because he wanted to motivate me into getting back on track and see the changes I was desiring. So there you have it; not only is he excellent at what he does, he also has a heart. Don't let his seemingly tough exterior fool you. read more

Emily is knowledgeable and passionate about Nutrition. She is also super supportive, friendly, and flexible. Before I met Emily, I had no support system and I literally went out to eat all the time. Emily decided to take me to the grocery store and we walked through the aisles. She taught me how to choose healthier foods and to always look through the ingredients. Emily also checks in with me though e-mail or text to see how I've been doing with tracking, eating etc. Emily is a great nutritionist and I'm glad to have her in my life. Thank you Emily for all you do! read more

Jordon helped me accomplish specific physical goals while also teaching me a great deal about anatomy, mobility and nutrition. When I began working with Jordon I was making some progress with nutrition, but also making key mistakes. I had been set back by a variety of injuries from lots of running, biking and going to the gym. After working with Jordon for about 10 months I completely changed my approach to working out, with an increased focus on mobility and soft tissue work. Jordon has helped me develop a much better concept of the root causes of injuries associated with physical activity, and how to respond to them and manage them. Jordon is incredibly adept at diagnosing one's injuries, deficiencies with form, etc., and developing custom rehab programs and workouts. He also covers all the basics of strength training and weight lifting. I highly recommend working with him. read more

I am a personal trainer working in San Francisco and I have been extremely impressed working with Jordan. He and I have attended a number of Z Health training conferences and he has held follow up trainings for us to get better. I would definitely consider him a mentor for me in the training industry. I have also seen a few of the services he has in place for his personal training clients and feel he has done a great and very thorough job putting these together. read more

I worked with Jordan for 4 months in his online program. He was beyond helpful and offered me so many ways to personalize and support my practice to navigate my injuries. He offered all kinds of additional tools and would send me texts and supportive reminders along the way. He also helped me transition to a trainer in my area when I was ready for more 1to1 support with my injuries. Jordan cares for your fitness, and he was a God send when I was really stuck! read more

Jordan is well-versed in the art and science of the kettlebell and in nutrition and health in general. He has a unique style that makes you comfortable even while being literally pushed to your limits and beyond. You will be surprised how much work you can get done in 45 minutes. Just show up ready to go and let Jordan guide you through a workout program specifically tailored to your needs and abilities. Be prepared to be blown away with what your body can learn to do. read more

When I thought about looking in depth at the way I have been eating, I read a lot of books, looked up tons of stuff on my own, but when that did not really motivate me, I decided that talking to a real human who can put themselves in my shoes and understand and analyze my lifestyle would probably be a good idea if I really wanted to feel healthier. It's hard to find a person you think will understand your needs and your moods and be able to figure out an eating plan that will work for you, won't judge you, will incorporate the foods you don't want to "give up", and that will work for your crazy schedule that actually does not allow time for eating at all sometimes. (I literally have no time!) Emily was a wonderful choice. She has compassion, first and foremost. She has been there. She understands real human experiences, moods, schedules, stress levels, and etc. She is so easy to talk to and she really just wants you to feel great about yourself starting from within. This is why she is so amazing. I love talking with her. She makes this easy and that is the biggest roadblock for most people. Life is hard enough without adding someone else to be accountable to. Emily doesn't make you feel as though you have to be accountable to her, she makes you realize that you should be accountable to yourself and therefore, it works. Do yourself and your body a favor and work with Emily. She is real, down to earth, kind, and just the absolute best. read more

I'm so happy that I found Jordan and his wife Emily. My fiancé and I have been working with them for the past two years, and will continue to be clients of theirs until they retire. They've completely changed our lives, not just in training and nutrition, but from a wholistic-healthy-life perspective. The amount of improvement in our mobility, strength, nutrition habits, stress management, sleep, etc. is staggering, and our risk for injury and getting sick (even just a cold) has drastically decreased to almost zero. On top of that, their program is doable, manageable and flexible for any lifestyle. They're truly optimizers is every sense. We wouldn't be where we are today without them, and we're confident that working with them has added years to our lives, and will continue to do so. read more

Okay, okay. You've read all the other fawning reviews. Jordan is sensitive. Jordan knows so much. Jordan is like family. Not really. Jordan is a pain in the ass; an unrelenting pain in the ass, to be exact. He is focused on only one thing: improving your strength, flexibility, and endurance. He offers none of the niceties I've come to expect from trainers: pleasant chit chat, constant ego boosts, inquiries about my work and private life. Nope. He's just focused on making me work hard to get results . . . . which I have in so many realms after nothing really worked with other trainers. He's obsessed . I'd only suggest you train with him if you want results, otherwise, truthfully, he's a pain in the ass. read more

Alyssa Chang at Average to Elite Performance is one of the best trainers in the business. Alyssa is totally client centered-- she listens to you, pays attention to your goals and priorities and then ever so subtly challenges you to push yourself beyond where you could ever go on your own. Alyssa is very sensitive to my ups and downs and modifies my work out accordingly. When my back starts acting up or my knee bothers me, Alyssa pays attention to helping with the pain in the short term and correcting what led to the pain in the long term. She is a true partner, helping you to meet your goals and findi ways to integrate health and fitness into your life forever. read more

I've just moved down to SoCal and even with the plethora of trainers down here in LA, I can't find anyone with the skill and experience that Jordan has. Before moving, I trained with Jordan for about a year. I came to him after other trainers in SF recommended him to me due to my joint pain. I wasn't even able to do a simple squat without my knees killing me for about a year until I met Jordan. He figured out my alignment issues in the first session and had me doing squats right away without pain! After that, he was always helping me find new ways to improve my joints issues through diet and exercise, always pushing me to maximize my workouts while staying pain free. After a year of training with him, I had my knee pain fairly under control and even started to be able to run again - a huge accomplishment for someone that hadn't jogged in over a year and half! If you want and need a truly professional trainer with knowledge and experience in training people with injuries, stop looking! Jordan is the trainer for you! Btw, he is also a fantastic person and has a pretty hilarious dry sense of humor. read more