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    We tried to make it to a group lesson at 9am, but we got there too late.

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    Show Up Fitness - Santa Monica teacher and two students passing level 1.

    Show Up Fitness

    5.0(136 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    In summary of my visit, Chris and team provided their time, attention, thoughtful questions, and…read moreactionable steps that I could take with me as I attempt to heal a recent injury. After nursing my injured shoulder over the last couple of months and listening to a variety of opinions from medical professionals, I needed a fresh perspective. So I paid a visit to Show Up Fitness by referral of my dear friend. Injuries are so frustrating and oftentimes, leaving the doctor or a scan just increases that frustration. Today I was able to take a deep breath for the first time in a while. I was met with patience and a genuine curiosity as to why I'm in so much pain and which tools could be used to correct my specific circumstances. A kind of care that you simply can't find in Western Medicine these days. If you have a specific ailment that you need answers for, are struggling mentally about what kind of program is right for your lifestyle, I highly recommend stopping in and experiencing this place for yourself! Thank you so much!

    Passed my NASM and didn't know where to go from there, felt lost and a bit hopeless. I was applying…read moreto local gyms but I didn't feel confident during the interviews that I could provide that value that trainers should give to their clients. Being certified does not mean you are qualified to train someone. If I could do it all again I would have never gotten my NASM-CPT and I would have gotten my SUF-CPT. I am taking the SUF internship course and I really love it. You can ask any question you want during class and they will not only answer it but they will show you why this is the answer and physically demonstrate why it works in front of you. You do not learn by starring into a whiteboard or book but by physically applying what you have learned in class. This ingrains the material, also they repeat a lot of the anatomy which will feel a bit overwhelming at first but you will absolutely understand it later in the course when it comes to the different muscles, bones, ligaments and tendons that make up the human body. This really is a diamond in the rough and I wish I would have found this place earlier. It takes all the fear and doubt away and replaces it with the confidence you need to be an exceptional trainer in a market full of mediocre personal trainers.

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    Client lost over 40 lbs in 3 months! How? By SHOWING UP and working with the best trainers around.

    Show Up Fitness - Small booty transformation groups with 3-5 girls, 1-2 trainers, and the entire studio exclusively for the 60-90 minutes of training.

    Small booty transformation groups with 3-5 girls, 1-2 trainers, and the entire studio exclusively for the 60-90 minutes of training.

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    Jen Gasper Training

    Jen Gasper Training

    5.0(7 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    I worked out with Jen for a few years as a personal trainer- unfortunately I moved to San Diego and…read morehave not been able to replace her skillset! Jen has a great ability to be encouraging, approachable, yet extremely effective. I had no idea how bad my form was until i realized how good it could be and how important that was to my training. My husband and I started working out with her together and that was a great way to stay focused together and work on our very different needs! Highly recommend plus she has a beautiful gym in Santa Monica!

    Jen Dapper is an amazing trainer that has the knowledge, experience and philosophy to get anybody…read moremoving in the right direction towards a healthier lifestyle. I highly recommend her to all fitness levels and anyone who wants to improve strength, flexibility or mobility. I've trained with Jen in both one-on-one and group settings for about six months. I've always been an athlete but was feeling a bit unmotivated and a little unbalanced with my current routine. Jen's knowledge of fitness, yoga and anatomy helped me improve my form, strength and mobility. Many of the exercises targeted tiny imbalances that I would never have trained on my own. Due to my modern lifestyle, job, and general stress, Jen has helped me regain lost mobility in my neck, shoulders and hips. By teaching me how to relax overly tense muscles and fire underutilized muscles, my overall body began to move and feel better. This has helped me improve my athletic performance, lose a clothing size and become much stronger. No matter what your fitness goals are, Jen can help you reach the next level. I've seen her work with clients from all backgrounds, injuries and fitness levels and recommend her for everyone. I sent her some friends who never workout, did not have a good sense of fitness and were too afraid to start working out due to injury. She's got them completely motivated about fitness and has helped provide them with the tools they need to move their bodies safely and effectively. Jen will keep you challenged, mix it up and will never let you slack on quality form. Her workouts utilize many tools from body weight, free weights, kettle bells, gym equipment, etc. She always keeps it fresh and can adapt the workout depending on how your body is responding. Always a true professional, Jen goes above and beyond in helping her clients. My time with Jen has definitely been an investment in my health and I cannot thank her enough for how strong she makes me feel. I've trained with other individuals before, but Jen Dapper's definitely the real deal and the only one I've sent friends and family to.

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    LIFT Society - Santa Monica

    LIFT Society - Santa Monica

    4.8(24 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    The Hollywood location has been my home gym for years now but discovered the Santa Monica location…read morewhen I started a new job almost 2 years ago now and it's great! This location is larger than the others so it's really spacious. At the SM location I've trained with Martine, Conrad, and Sean and, as usual, all are well trained, know their shit, pay attention, and are fantastic trainers! They keep you motivated. And it's great taking classes from different trainers because each one will give you a little tip that will land different for everyone. So something small, a slight adjustment, might change the way you do a lift for the better. Another reason I love this place. It's not cheap but it's worth it and so are you! No better $ spent than on your health!

    I am a regular at the Studio City Lift Society but love visiting this location if I have to be on…read morethe Westside and love having that option. I love this gym and let me count the ways. 1. Clean facilities and everybody gets their own squat rack for an hour. Time is our most precious non renewable resource in our hectic lives. To get in a full body workout without waiting to share equipment and not spend any mental energy and time programming my workouts makes this membership a great value. 2. It's not HIIT, it's pure strength training using barbells and dumbbells. With 2-3 minutes of rest in between sets. 3. The classes are small and maybe 10 people at the most. It is more of a semi private training experience - all the attention and individualized focus of a top trainer with the social benefits of being part of a positive community. 4. Fast Results. Pure and simple. I've done it all: F45, Barry's, Orangetheory, Indoor Cycling, Hot yoga, kickboxing, etc. I am the strongest, leanest I've ever been and because my metabolism has skyrocketed by adding muscle mass, it's so freeing not to watch calories anymore.

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    The Study

    The Study

    5.0(115 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    I've been training at The Study since June 2015, and after nearly a decade, I just signed up for…read moreanother semester. That says it all, really. Alexander is the heart of why I keep coming back. Training with him three times a week never gets old. He pushes me hard, guides me through every movement, and consistently tailors each session to my evolving goals. That's the real magic of personal training: the hour is entirely focused on you. Last summer I set a goal to run a 5K, and now I'm training for a 10K in September. Alexander added endurance work right into our sessions without missing a beat. Manny is also a wonderful presence at the studio, and I'm deeply grateful the trainers and program for keeping me strong and healthy all these years. The program itself follows structured training phases, but every workout is built around your individual goals and gets more challenging as the weeks progress. The three-day-a-week commitment over sixty days is a genuine game changer. I was never someone who thrives training solo and group classes were more my thing for years, but nothing compares to the accountability and intensity of working 1:1 with a great trainer. The studio has grown too. The Study has moved to a larger space off Pico and Euclid, parking is never an issue, and the new location features a cold plunge, sauna, and a private massage room where Nayra -- a truly world-class therapist works her magic. It's a serious treat after a hard session. The space is clean, the equipment is top of the line, and the trainers are meticulous about keeping everything wiped down. The energy is positive and motivating; watching other clients show up early and stay for a run later, and push themselves harder day after day is genuinely inspiring. I'm stronger, my confidence has grown, and my overall well-being has improved more than I can fully express. If you're on the fence, I wholeheartedly recommend investing in yourself at The Study.

    Earlier this year, I decided to start taking my health more seriously. Like many out there with…read moredemanding jobs, I often find myself feeling too exhausted after work to work out. I finally decided to invest in private training sessions at The Study and I am so glad that I did! The Study is situated in a clean, spacious location and is even equipped with a cold tub and sauna! As someone who spent years paying for gym memberships at major health club chains, I am thrilled to have made the switch to The Study, an independently owned and operated studio that focuses on personal, customized training. The trainers helped keep me accountable for my fitness goals and customized a program that accommodated my work schedule. Alexander is a knowledgable and professional instructor who seems truly invested in the progress of his clients. He has a deep understanding of exercise physiology, and is skilled at developing workout plans that maximize results and gradually build in intensity over time. My sessions with him are always challenging yet fun. On top of that, he is pleasant to be around and easy to talk to. I always look forward to my sessions with him and I cannot recommend him enough! The Study also recently expanded their offerings to include electromyostimulation (EMS) workouts, which involve wearing a suit with built-in electrodes that target and stimulate specific muscles while you exercise. I was initially reluctant to try this out, but after completing a session led by Karen, I can say it was a unique and interesting adjunct to conventional strength training. Karen was friendly & enthusiastic and I hope to have more sessions with her in the future. I am very pleased with the progress I have made since starting at The Study. I feel stronger and more confident with each session, and give my unreserved recommendation!

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