I have been coming here since August 2013…read more You could say that it is just another gym...but you'd be wrong. It's a community. You could say that it is just Crossfit...but you'd be wrong. You could say that you'll go there just to get fit...but you'd be wrong again. You'll make friends, and sometimes, your family might even start coming and friends become family. You could say that it's just for elite fitness folks...but you'd be wrong. There are clients of all different ages, goals, and missions. You could say that all of us are crazy...but we're just regular people, like you, who love feeling well and moving well. Try it out.. You'll love it!

I didn't like it because I felt intimidated by the asian owner and her crew in there. Very clicky,…read morethey may want to see how hard you can go. (I went to a military school in my youth but wasn't stoked on the attitude here in terms of feeling confident about going back). I was top in fitness in my military school for those alpha males reading this.

In the few months that I've been a member I've had more success than I ever had at a traditional…read moregym. The coaches are encouraging, knowledgeable, and supportive. The workouts kick your butt and keep your coming back for more. The crossfit community at HCF is amazing and welcoming, from the first time I walked in the door I've never felt intimidated. Give it a try, it's definitely worth it.

Today was Day 13 and the start of my fifth week of my personal training with Kristina at Body…read moreTuners. Instead of doing my usual check-in, I thought it was definitely time to write a review. *My results are towards the end but I encourage you to read this in entirety instead of just scrolling down. This journey is more than just numbers. So much more. I used to be quite the active dancer in my 20s... then active teacher in my 30s (I didn't even have a desk the first five years because I never sat down)... but have found my new role as an almost in my 40s full time portrait and wedding photographer to mean less physical activity and more time sitting at a desk in front of the computer, editing and retouching. I tried doing different workout videos....... They didn't work for several reasons.The biggest of these reasons is that I have had several injuries *beyond typical sprains and broken bones* in my life: -both shoulders (dislocated as a toddler) -right knee (dislocated as a teen) -top three vertebrae + a rib (whiplash/dislocation as an early 20 something). The videos had certain exercises I thought I just couldn't do because of pain flaring up from previous injuries, so I would sit them out. I also found myself being in more pain post workout than I should have been. Most likely from poor form/doing the exercises incorrectly which made me even less likely to follow through long enough to see any real change. All of that being so sadly ironic in the sense that building the muscles around where I have had dislocations helps keep my bones in their correct locations. In essence, the more I can work out the less pain I feel from those injuries and the less likely it is that I will re-injure them. I tried dieting and even fasting..... Neither of those worked. I love food and already keep my diet mostly clean/organic/local etc. Any diet or fast that created any visible change in my body *without exercise* was too strict to stay with and honestly made life zero fun. Healthy and good foods create a space for gathering and bonding, which is hard to partake in when you're only allowed an avocado and three glasses of water every day. I've also tried, and left, memberships and group classes at three other gyms... The best of those three experiences was still impersonal and overall mediocre. I figured I just wasn't the gym "type". Then I met Kristina and learned about her gym Body Tuners through photographing for her engagement, wedding, her wife's maternity, and their daughter's newborn session. During this time, probably somewhere around their wedding, I expressed an interest in working out again and getting back in shape. Kristina generously emailed me exercises and online videos... that I never followed through with and *guilty face* figured she would never find out that I hadn't. But Kristina didn't give up on me. Before I was ever her client, she kept checking in. And checking in. That's when I knew I had to go beyond what I had tried in the past... and I hired her as my personal trainer. Kristina's incredible knowledge of her field is perhaps only matched by the incredible environment she has created at Body Tuners. She has presented me with a variety of exercises that keep me interested and work specifically on the goals I want to achieve. Whenever I have started to have incorrect form, she is there to correct me. Whenever I have pain from old injuries, she is there to modify my movements. Thanks to her, I can do SO MUCH MORE than what I ever thought I was capable of on my own or at a gym. With the end of each day of training I feel less fatigue and soreness and more energy and strength. Kristina affectionately calls her crew and members the misfit team. This is a gym environment in which I am finally the gym "type". At the end of the day, I'm not at the gym to hang out and look cool because I'm already in shape... I'm at the gym to wear the same gym outfit every day (washing in between of course) and sweat into it as much as possible while exchanging odd strained mouth noises, along with a few jokes, with people who accept others for who they are, wherever they happen to be on their journey to fitness. I feel camaraderie and true empathy in not only Kristina, but in the entire Body Tuners squad. When I'm there I feel like all of us are equal. When I'm there I feel like all of are holding each other up. When I'm there I feel like family. Kristina will humbly tell you that I did all of this. That she didn't make me fit. That it was my following through, my showing up, and my dedication to my goals that did this... but somehow, I've never been able to do this in my life on my own before Body Tuners. Coincidence? I think not. Here's everything I've lost so far in my journey and am definitely not missing: headaches insomnia skin issues extended PMS/bloating/cramping digestive issues laziness/lack of motivation and... SIX INCHES AND EIGHT POUNDS. Thank you from the bottom of my heart

This review is for the massage therapist - Olivia G. Olivia is truly amazing! I have been searching…read morefor a quality sports massage for years and Olivia delivers! Her standard preferred time is 2-hours and involves stretching, resistance, and deep tissue.

Moved here from the east a few back. And this is the place to. My boys tell me to go elsewhere but…read moreI say get the fuk out of here this place is the best. Top of the line service from russell to wade, great people. Thank you Big Mike

Best (and I think only) gym in the Southern Humboldt area…read more I've been a member of 3 other gyms all in the bay area but who would have thought SH Fitness way up in Nor Cal would be by far the best. It rocks! It's a big building with plenty of parking. There are plenty of free weights and tons of machines, both cardio and weight. There are separate rooms and floors for the type of exercise you want. The staff and other members are friendly and non-judgmental. They blast good workout music and have large garage doors that they open when it's nice out to let in the cool air. Classes are offered in the mornings and a tanning booth is upstairs. The best part is I've NEVER had to wait to use a machine or weights. There still is some room for improvement though, they only have one shower (I think) and no lockers, but I don't actually think they're necessary because it's never crowded. They have a a bunch of TVs but they must have stopped paying their cable bill because they're always off. The machines and the place probably don't get cleaned enough, and lastly, it's pretty pricey. Still, by far the best gym I've been to and like I said best and only in the area.

I've had several massages from Flurina and after each session, I say to myself "why did i wait so…read morelong to schedule that?". Her great intuition and firm hands are amazing. I also really like the fact that you keep your comfy clothes on during the session. She gets thru them just fine. I recommend yoga pants or leggings and a t-shirt. You will be glad you went to see her. Don't wait! Just book it now. And her qi gong classes are wonderful, as well. Always feel good walking out. She's super knowledgeable and helpful with the movements.

Flurina is excellent in her work. Carful with joint rotations you can tell she is highly skilled…read more My body reacted positively during our entire session. Thank you Flurina your amazing! I hope to get more bodywork soon.

I have been going here for a monthly facial and massage for over a year now. My skin is so much…read morebetter now. Everytime I leave I am so relaxed and my skin is nice and soft. I sure wish I had started going sooner in life instead of waiting until my mid sixties. You will not be disappointed with any service from Vanessa.

Vanessa got me in quickly and gave me a fantastic facial with massage after. It was heavenly! My…read moreface feels so good! She really knew the spots to release tension in my shoulders. I will definitely be going back.

Master Wolverton is nothing short of a community treasure. Martial Arts under her instruction has…read morebeen so much fun for my daughters! She is positive, encouraging and knowledgeable while promoting character, integrity and discipline. I highly recommend her and her team!

From the owner: We are a member studio of the World Tang Soo Do Assoc. and the Haidong Gumdo Federation. We have…read moreclasses in Tang Soo Do for ages 4 and up- Haidong Gumdo sword art for 12 and up. Classes are also held at Arcata Presbyterian Church in Arcata, CA on Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-9 for ages 7 & up!