I was on my way to check out Cole Valley Fitness when I happened upon Midline. I never even made it…read moreto CVF. I signed up with Midline the same day. I'm a triathlete and just needed a good gym where I can go and get my workout done with none of that BS you find at the other gyms. It's quiet, intimate, and the owners are dedicated fitnessphiles that are happy to help you. I haven't taken any of the pilates classes or private training yet, so this review is just for the gym and equipment. Plus they are open to suggestions and continue to add to the selection of resources. If you're looking for saunas, steam rooms, eucalyptus scented massage rooms, digital cable ellipticals that do all the cardio for you while you preen in your face full of make-up then look elsewhere. But if you need a no nonsense gym then you've found it.

It has taken me a while to write this review - a year. I feel bad writing negative reviews, but I…read moremyself find negative reviews helpful when I'm researching something, so just contributing to the community. I did 3 sessions with Jason - Jason is a nice enough guy, but I was testing trainers out - I wasn't ready to commit to him or any trainer yet (I was post surgery/foot injury, and planning to go to a trainer for months, potentially years, so I wanted to do my diligence) - When Jason found out that he wasn't the only trainer I was working with, he got really mad at him. I felt like a child being scolded - I thought this was a terrible way to treat a client, I expected better customer service, especially considering I was paying $100 per session. I ultimately felt too uncomfortable to continue training with Jason after the incident... I mean he made me feel really shitty, as if I had done something awful - BUT when I spoke to other trainers, they thought the response was strange and that it's not uncommon for people to test out more than 1 trainer - Especially considering I had only had a total of 3 sessions with him. I'd likely score my experience here lower than a 3 (I wouldn't go here again - esp now that I've had more experience with trainers, and know what works and doesn't work for me), but I don't want to bring down the gym's average. I just wanted to share my experience in case it was helpful for anyone as they research - when I was first looking for a trainer I was so lost and confused, reviews helped me so much! The good news is - I did find a great trainer, someone who's style worked for me... Jason may be great for someone else, just didn't work for me.

Joining ASP is one of the most positive changes I've made in years…read more I arrived at my ASP assessment five months ago with a healthy dose of skepticism. Joining a high-end, high-commitment gym felt like an unlikely choice for me. I'd spent most of my life avoiding gyms, preferring to run or bike outside instead. As a busy working mom, it didn't feel realistic--it seemed like something for people with more time or more fitness bandwidth than I had. At that point, I was dealing with chronic plantar fasciitis that had become noticeable with every step. I had tried everything--physical therapy, orthotics, acupuncture, thicker shoes, toe spacers, and more--but nothing fully resolved it. I knew I needed a more fundamental change if I wanted to stay active. The ASP assessment was incredibly thorough. We discussed my heel pain, recurring hip pain, radial nerve irritation in my arm, and a long history of lingering injuries. The team listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and tested movement patterns as we talked. They were like body detectives, looking across systems rather than treating isolated symptoms. They identified that an ankle fracture from 15 years ago had likely set off a chain of compensations that we could address through targeted strengthening. Within the first phase of the program, my heel pain was gone. After years of living with it, I was honestly floored. I could walk without constantly thinking about my feet, which felt like a huge improvement in my quality of life. Around the same time, the nerve issue in my arm--something I'd lived with for years--was also resolved. It felt like years of accumulated aches and pains were being systematically cleared away. From there, we shifted toward my goal of running Bay to Breakers, my first race. The programming combined corrective work, strength, core stability, agility, and structured running. When pain resurfaced after introducing running, we retrained my gait and corrected movement patterns that had been contributing to my hip pain. In the end, I ran the entire race from start to finish--the longest distance I'd ever run continuously--at a pace I felt proud of, with no rebound pain afterward. More importantly, I had fun. I can now run outside again simply because I enjoy it, without pain. While I'm not sure I'll run a marathon, I now believe I could if I wanted to. The biggest changes weren't even on my original list. Once I started showing up consistently, I began paying more attention to nutrition, prioritizing sleep, and feeling happier and more present in every part of my life. Taking care of my health became the foundation that everything else was built around. The accountability and flexibility of ASP's training model have been essential to my consistency. Booking sessions each week keeps me committed in a way I've never managed on my own. There's always someone available to coach, answer questions, and correct my form. At the same time, the model is refreshingly flexible. Life happens--you can run late, step out for a call, or reschedule from morning to evening on the same day. That flexibility also creates a great culture. Because there's no lengthy commitment at sign-up, the gym is full of members who want to be there. There's laughter, camaraderie, and good music, making it a place I genuinely look forward to visiting. The most valuable part of ASP is the coaching team. Jack, Dominique, and Jared are knowledgeable, attentive, and deeply invested in their clients' success. They met me where I was, adapted the program when needed, and kept me accountable throughout. My goals became their goals, and that made all the difference. If you've been struggling with chronic pain or have started wondering whether your body simply can't do the things it used to, I can't recommend ASP highly enough. It has been among the best investments I've ever made in my health, and I'm incredibly grateful I gave it a chance.

A little over a year ago I re-tore my right ACL (3rd time's a charm) and had a bucket handle tear…read moreon my medial meniscus that caused my knee to be stuck into a flexed position and made walking difficult. Due to the complexity of the situation, I had to have two separate surgeries 6 months apart from each other. One to stitch the meniscus back in place and to remove the old ACL graft, and the other to place the new ACL using my quad tendon, as well as fixing a slight tear in the same meniscus again. It has now been six months post-op from the second surgery, and the results that I have gotten since training with Jack at ASP have been amazing. Jack's programming design is so personalized, that he was able to create a program for me when I was non-weightbearing for 11 weeks. He incorporated exercises that replicated what would be done in PT, yet 1000x better. I was getting full body workouts that accommodated my non-weightbearing issue at the time, and was still able to get my lower body engaged and working with isometric exercises for my glutes and legs. When I went back in to see my surgeon for my 3 month check-up, he was shocked at how fast I was recovering and said that I was way ahead of any other patient he had seen in the past during the recovery period. Another plus that I got from Jack's training program was that he also uncovered a lot of other issues I was experiencing that I had not realized were part of a bigger issue and was (unknowingly on my part) affecting my day to day life: poor posture causing neck/upper back pain and spasms, low back pain that would cause me to have to take a break from standing because of how weak I was, and even how the phases in my menstrual cycle played a part in my physical well-being and mental health. Now that I am sitting at six months post-op and only four and a half months back to weight bearing, I am back to running again, cleared to do plyometric work, cleared to go back to simple soccer drills on the field, and can even partake in agility cone drills with little to no knee pain. Overall, I feel so much stronger and feel a lot more confident going back to the field when that time comes. Plus, my back pain is pretty much non-existent and I can stand for hours on end with no issue or spasms. He had to point that out to me because I honestly forgot about the pain! I can't thank Jack enough for how much he has helped me through a time that was mentally and physically exhausting. It seriously has been life changing. If you are still on the fence about joining ASP, I would highly recommend just taking the leap and trying it out for yourself. If it was not for Jack and his expertise, I do not think I would be where I am right now if I was strictly just doing Physical Therapy. Looking forward to seeing how much further I can progress, thanks Jack!

Working with Justin and the Redcord system has been amazing! Justin takes the time to assess where…read moreyou need work, and then designs the work he does with you specifically around that. I was curious to try it out, and boy was I glad I did. He immediately uncovered several areas of imbalance and asymmetry that my body had, likely still lingering from a back injury many years ago. I had gotten rid of the pain, but my muscles weren't equally strong on both sides, so I was compensating with the wrong muscles in several movements. This is a recipe for getting reinjured again more easily! We were able to address these areas directly, and work in a very precise and targeted way, to get these muscles to wake up and strengthen, and start working as they should. The Redcord system makes it really easy to focus on a specific muscle and movement, so you can't "cheat" with other, stronger muscles and keep moving the same unergonomic way. It was really incredible to see the differences before and after the sessions! If you have any injuries you're trying to heal, or just know you're out-of-whack from sitting at a computer and texting and all the other ills a modern human body has to deal with, give Justin a call! Highly recommended!

I was working with a personal trainer at CustomFit and became very interested in Rebalanced. I…read morecould see harnesses, red ropes, pulleys and equipment that seemed unique and more like physical therapy than fitness machines. I was born with a defect that has caused me pain and limited motion with my knees all my life. It has always been a struggle to do strength training with my limitations. Working with Justin has been amazing. Using the redcord has allowed me to strengthen muscles and increase motion with my knees. Because we work hanging in ropes, any time I need extra support to offload weight, we can add an extra bungee or sling to allow me to a less challenging movement. We have progressed into exercises that I have been afraid to do because I was worried about injury to me knees. I referred a friend to Justin that has suffered with chronic back paid who also found this to be very helpful. Even my orthopedic doctor is pleased with my progress. This is really more than just pilates - this is a unique form that really lends itself to people that have injuries or defects that need custom solutions to get maximum results. I recommend Justin to anyone who has issues that have kept you from trying to gain back strength or relieve pain.

I've been working with Francisco for about 6 months. I am 14 months postpartum from my second child…read moreand wanted to return to feeling strong and confident in my body. Francisco has been wonderful. He is a very knowledgable trainer, who is also very thoughtful about the way he approaches each session. He balances being extremely personable with just the right amount of pressure and witty sarcasm to keep you motivated. I have consistently become stronger with every week and am starting to see physical results that I'm confident will maintain. I'll be back to give another in 6 months once I have more progress!

My husband and I signed up for weekly couple's training sessions with Francisco as part of our New…read moreYear activity. What we didn't realize was how much he would change our personal fitness life for the better. Francisco is not only knowledgeable and experienced as a trainer, but he is also a fun and engaging individual. He emphasizes challenging yourself, but taught us to recognize our limitations to avoid injuries. He reminded us that there are plenty other ways to target a muscle group rather than focusing on one specific exercise. We genuinely looked forward to our sessions with him. I now feel confident at the gym, thanks to Francisco. Whether you're a newbie to the fitness world or an experienced gym-goer, I would highly recommend Francisco.

I've been working with Fady on a regular basis for over a year and have seen amazing results in my…read morestrength and fitness level. Fady goes above and beyond for his clients, listening to their needs and designing a program that fits the condition and fitness level they are at. He increases intensity and continues to challenge when you hit a plateau, helping you achieve a new level of fitness. All the while with a supportive and friendly attitude, never judgmental or demanding like other trainers I've seen. Fady always changes it up, so your work out is never boring. He also continues to learn new things and techniques which now include stretching. AMAZING! Highly recommend Fady!

I highly recommend Fady at Physical Life. I would give him 6 stars if I could! One 60 min session…read moremade an immediate difference. I have tried so many different things to help with the tightness in my shoulders, neck, and hamstrings including StretchLab, yoga, deep tissue massage, thai massage, Hypervolt... the list goes on. All of these have helped, but the kind of techniques that Fady uses are helping me take it to the next level! He has also taught me a number of stretches and exercises that I can do on my own which are different than anything I have seen or learned before. I am grateful to have found him.

I'd start by saying that I agree with almost all of what's been conveyed in other reviews here…read more Please read those as well, as they are all relevant and accurate, even if older. His marketing as a kettlebell instructor unfortunately undersells his areas of expertise and what he is capable of doing for you. Kettlebells are merely a tool in his toolbelt for fitness and health. Yes, he is an incredible kettlebell instructor, but he has so much more to offer. He can and will tailor a custom program to meet your goals, with or without a focus on kettlebells. His approach and abilities hit all the buzzwords of the day - healthspan, longevity, mobility, flexibility, VO2 max, strength and resistance training, functional fitness and movement patterns, and so on, beyond whatever "kettlebells" might bring to mind. I do also want to emphasize what many reviews mention: Marty's knowledge and eye for form surpasses what I've experienced from coaches and trainers across different disciplines and sports. It's just incredible. He will make sure you are completing movements in a way that will keep you safe from injury, and will not let you proceed until you've met that bar. And he will explain it all to you, so you also learn along in the process. I'm sure for some it might feel slow and occasionally frustrating, but it's essential for staying injury free, maximizing your potential, and improving your form and body mechanics beyond exercise and into your day-to-day life. He is strict and, as some other reviews mention, "old school" - he's not going to coddle you. This comes from a place of care. If you don't follow his guidance, you won't meet the goals you set out aiming to achieve. He will know it, and he will let you know it. If you're not willing to dedicate a couple hours a week to exercise for your health and goals, he may not be the best fit for you. If his style and approach ends up being a fit for you, he will take you to the next level.

I've worked with Marty for several years to help correct nagging injuries and faulty movement…read morepatterns. I didn't want to go the traditional trainer route and found Marty through his certification in kettlebells. He's helped me correct the need to wear orthotics due to foot overpronation by strengthening my lower leg muscles. I've also corrected lower back and elbow pain through the use of kettlebells and Indian clubs. Marty will design a custom program for you and your needs. It won't be a quick fix, but is a long term relationship that will help you feel stronger and more in tune with how your body is feeling.

Training with Isaac has changed my life. My fitness and health journey had been stuck for a number…read moreof years. Isaac took the time to understand how my digestive health issues were impacting my fitness and referred me to a functional medicine practitioner. They worked together on a specialized plan and the result is almost 20lbs of fat loss in 9 months. If you are considering Issac, don't think twice! Thank you, Isaac!

Isaac has been a fantastic personal trainer. As an athlete himself, he really understands how to…read morecustomize training based on individual goals. He's helped me make steady, sustainable progress -- I've lost a few pounds of body fat, built strength with heavier weights, and feel better overall without making huge, unrealistic changes. He's also been guiding me with nutrition, focusing on simple adjustments that actually work long-term. If you're looking for a trainer who's knowledgeable, supportive, practical, and genuinely helps you achieve the results you want, I'd definitely recommend Isaac!

I can't recommend Peak Physio and Julian highly enough…read more Julian treats the whole person, not just the injured body part, and that approach sets him apart immediately. I came in with a complex, long-standing ankle injury layered with postpartum movement and postural issues, and from the start he approached everything calmly, thoughtfully, and with real insight into how the body works as an integrated system. Rather than breaking problems into silos or insisting on separate programs for each issue, Julian focused on the primary concern while skillfully layering in related areas as needed. Each session addressed what mattered most that week, always with the bigger recovery picture in mind. It felt deliberate, efficient and genuinely patient-centered - very different from other PT experiences I've had. After working with him for several months, I've referred multiple people to Peak Physio for both acute and chronic issues, all with excellent results. Everyone has been impressed by Julian's ability to get to the root of the problem and provide clear, actionable guidance. As someone who's worked with many physical therapists over the years, I can say Julian is truly exceptional. If you're looking for thoughtful, high-level care, Peak Physio is an easy recommendation.

I came to Julian needing an urgent, last minute appointment. In one session I came away with a…read morediagnosis, a massage of the affected area, and a regimen of stretches and exercises to do while out of town. We even practiced the exercises and stretches together. I was especially impressed when Julian had expertise in the sport I play. He was able to tailor the treatment accounting for the nuance of jiu-jitsu. Makes PT a chill hang. 10/10