My first class was so challenging I told myself I'd never come back. Here I am 20 classes later …read more If you're looking for solid strength training with good instructors, this is the place for it!

I've done CrossFit for 15 years, and I am a competitive alpine ski racer for two decades. Due to…read morevolume of ski training and crashes, I've developed arthritis in both knees, one torn left hip labrum, one torn right rotator cuff, and one knee surgery. This is finally the year I accept my ortho's advice (for the last 5 years) to move from high impact exercise to low impact. Pros of lagree: it's an excellent low impact workout routine. Spring resistance and time under tension is a different kind of training from what I was used to, but I felt my muscles were getting worked without impact on my joints. I no longer feel dull aches and pains post workout. More importantly, the time under tension workouts are intense enough to sometimes get the endorphins release like after heavy Olympic lifting sets. I was very surprised at first, this stuff isn't easy even for an experienced lifter. It works stuff that I've never worked on before. Cons of lagree: I feel like it doesn't train explosiveness. Not a criticism of lagree, it just isn't that kind of training. I do need that for my ski racing. This is where this studio shines relative to the lagree studios in the area. They have pull up bars, kettle bells (up to 40lbs), and wall balls. I've tried other studios and they only have reformer machines. I just do 10 minutes of explosive exercises with kettle bells and wall balls after the main workout, when I am already warmed up. It probably won't improve my explosiveness but I think it'll at least maintain it, and I can get it all done in an hour then move on to the rest of my day. I've only had one instructor called Lorene. She is excellent and meets the athlete where he or she is at. For someone relatively inexperienced she just tells them what to do. For someone with more experience she explains the intent of the movements and how we should feel so we can adjust and target correctly. That's the sign of a good instructor. Sometimes I am the only guy. Sometimes there are several guys. Nobody cares, everyone just wants to workout. If you are a guy don't let that deter you.

I'm energized! This morning I worked out at BFit for the first time and Liz's Body Lab class…read moreexceeded my expectations. Encouraging energy within a small group dynamic, great instruction, interesting moves with fun music... the perfect way to start a Saturday. I look forward to my next work out here!

Burlingame Fitness is a tucked away little gem in Burlingame. I love going to this gym and working…read moreout with Liz, who is one of the owners. The gym has all the equipment you need and I love the outdoor space as well! Liz is amazing, professional, knowledgeable in everything fitness and nutrition and just a lot of fun to work with! I love taking her TRX class as well! TRX is super fun and different from your normal work out classes. It uses your body weight and so it's pretty challenging but a lot of fun and sweat!

I tried basecamp and was really impressed with the team and facilities. As soon as I walked in, the…read moreteam knew I was new and took care to introduce me to the facilities and walk me through the workout. They also reserved a bike for me. The instructor made sure to introduce herself at the beginning and checked in repeatedly during the workout. Only drawback of the workout is half of it is on the bike. You go in between the bike and strength workouts...so it does feel repetitive pretty quickly

Barry's Burlingame was one of the worst first-time gym experiences I've had. (And that's saying…read moresomething since I recently tried 7 gyms in the Burlingame/ San Mateo / Millbrea areas). I showed up 5 minutes early and instead of focusing on onboarding or safety, the staff prioritized forcing me to create a marketing account and hand over my email before class. Nobody asked about **my knee pain** or offered workout modifications like Basecamp or Burlingame Fitness did. I was thrown into a dark room mid-class with no idea where my station was, what weights to use, or even how to start(!) the treadmill, while the oversized class made it impossible for the instructor to notice I was struggling. I had to stop multiple times just to change weights and restart. Change and restart. In the end, I lost the class credit and time. The whole experience felt like corporate lead-generation and profit mattered far more at Barry's than the safety and success of new members.

A friend of mine was looking for a trainer and when I found Adriana on Yelp and saw such good…read morereviews, I decided to join my friend and train with her. I was really impressed with the level of care and attention she gave my friend and I during our first session--I could tell she genuinely cared about meeting our personal health and fitness goals. Beyond that, she successfully demonstrated her expertise in her field...she had asked us to simply walk, carefully watched how our bodies moved, and pointed out the areas where we were imbalanced. After giving us a few mobility exercises, that imbalance was pretty much gone! She definitely knows what she's doing. After months of training with Adriana, I can say that there's definitely been huge improvements not only in my body but in my health. (A note to prospective clients with recent injuries: Adriana not only modified my exercises to avoid re-injury but she gave me exercises to help build the strength it needed). She's changed the way I think about food, and I definitely have her to thank for it. I also never got bored with her! She was certainly challenging and knew when to push us a little harder, but she's so positive and encouraging that working out with her was always more fun than going to the gym. I recommend Adriana 100%!

Adriana is a gem of a trainer: insightful, intelligent, and deeply committed to helping people move…read morewell and feel better. I started training with her a few months ago, specifically looking for someone who was nervous-system informed. I have a movement background, along with chronic pain and past injuries, and have worked with trainers who pushed past my limits without listening. Adriana is the complete opposite. She's incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful, and continuously refining her craft. Her approach is grounded in neuroscience and nervous system awareness, which makes a huge difference in how my body responds and progresses. The first few sessions were about truly understanding where I was at, and since then, we've been building in a way that feels both safe and empowering. Each session is tailored and unique. Her studio feels like an adult playground in the best way. I genuinely look forward to working with her and know I'm in excellent hands. I highly recommend Adriana.

Coach Nico is crazy good! I was 8lb over my weight class one week before a competition and he…read morehelped me get well within my goal where I could even have a really nice breakfast before competing! He made sure I had everything I needed and checked in multiple times a day to make sure I still felt good and was reaching my goals. No matter the goal, I highly highly recommend. Will definitely be reaching out to Coach Nico again next time I compete!! He's the best!!

I've worked with Nico across multiple sessions and this last one was by far the most challenging --…read moreillness, an injury, and a job loss all hit at once. Despite everything, Nico kept me grounded, positive, and focused. Workouts, macros, water, protein, protein, PROTEIN! He has a way of keeping you in the game even when life is throwing everything at you. This session had a tighter timeline -- I was prepping for a very special family event -- so the approach was more of a sprint compared to the gradual builds we've done in past sessions. Different, but it worked. And the real test? Traveling right before the event -- no gym, couldn't track macros, water intake was a mess -- and I still felt AMAZING. I showed up feeling like the best version of myself. That is 100% because of Nico. He is more than a trainer. He's a coach, a cheerleader, and an inspiration. The tools and mindset he's given me go beyond any single goal because at the end of the day, this is a lifestyle. If you're looking for someone who will truly invest in YOU -- not just your workouts -- Nico is your person.

Before joining Morph Fitness, I often lacked energy and endurance and did not know how to improve…read moremy long-distance running performance. I was not very healthy growing up, so I initially felt nervous about starting strength training. However, Coach Cyrus made me feel comfortable and confident with his patient and personalized approach. Cyrus tailors each workout to my goals and explains how strength and conditioning can support better running. After two months of training, I feel stronger, recover better, and have more energy at work. Most importantly, my half marathon time improved by 20 minutes. I would recommend Morph Fitness to anyone looking for more energy, better endurance, and effective guidance.

After my second child I struggled to return to my pre-pregnancy weight. Peloton and studios like…read moreOrangeTheory gave little lasting success, and fad diets were unsustainable. Working with Wayne at Morph Fitness is the single best decision I've made for my health. His holistic, customized approach fits a busy life -- as a working mom and surgeon I didn't think I had time to eat well or exercise, but Wayne helped me prioritize my health. I now have far more energy and feel stronger, which makes me a better mom and surgeon. Wayne's knowledge and passion exceed expectations. He understands the mechanics of every muscle and designs intentional programs tailored to your goals. He immediately identified my poor posture from years in the OR and systematically strengthened the right muscles while using targeted stretching and bodywork to relieve chronic tension. A former physical therapist, he blends corrective work with performance training. Wayne is tough but fair -- he corrects form until it's flawless and gives simple, actionable changes that become lasting habits. His nutrition guidance isn't a fad: it kept me full and energized, addressed chronic dehydration (I now drink at least half my body weight in ounces of water), and eliminated the need for sugary snacks. I increased my daily steps and added targeted supplements. In four months I've lost 10 lbs, dropped under 20% body fat, gained significant muscle, and am down a clothing size. Most importantly, my chronic back pain has resolved, my posture is much improved, and I feel the healthiest and happiest I've ever been.

Great personal training gym with great equipment and vibes! Coach Seth has deep understanding and…read morecraft building a program that fits me great!

When I was diagnosed with Parkinson's last year, one of the first things I did was sign up for…read morepersonal training. This studio looked great and was well-reviewed, so I became a longtime client and even prepaid for a package of classes. One day the studio was very cold -- Parkinson's makes it hard for me to regulate my body temperature -- so I closed the door. I was the only client working out at the time. Moments later, a man violently slammed the door back open in my face. No explanation, no apology. I later learned he was the owner. We adore our trainer, who went above and beyond to help, even arranging a meeting with the owner to address what happened. Instead of apologizing, the owner insisted I had violated the rules. All it would have taken was, "We keep the door open here -- please leave it, and let us know if you're cold." Instead, he doubled down. I trusted this studio with my health and my money. Take yours elsewhere.

This is a one of a kind workout experience. This is a quaint studio to get your work out on!…read more Francine Hannah does personal training, but the blast class is where it''s at. Blast is made up of a circuit style exercise. The 30 minute workout is excellent. I can't wait to go for her 10am class today. If your just trying to get the heart pumping and trying to burn a few of those extra calories you ate last night this is the place to go. Francine Hanah is an amazing trainer who comes second to none. You don't believe me? Try her out, she is very flexible and can work with your hours. Now, off to Blast!

I love Anatomy!!!!! I was looking to get back in shape after a long hiatus from working out. I…read morewanted a trainer to get me back in shape but could not afford one. Who could these days?? When I go to the gym I never know how long to workout or how many reps to do. My prayers were answered when I saw an ad for a 30 minute BLAST class at Anatomy. That sounded great but it was probably going to cost a lot. Wrong again!!!! The class is only $10.00.....really? It is a make you sweat hard workout but the beauty part is its affordable,FUN,and quick. You get your moneys worth and then some. I am seeing results week by week and feeling more confident every step of the way. Our trainer/teacher Francine is very experienced and I feel lucky to have found such a great class. She is also the sweetest and most down to earth person ever. The gym is very clean and its decorated really nice. All in all I am very happy with my experience. 5 Star all the way!!!!

Flexx is always my go-to Pilates studio. I really love the teaching style and pace of all the…read moreinstructors. I enjoy both the basic and advanced classes. The staff is always so warm and welcoming. Always happy to be back!

Tried this place for the first time today and loved it! The workout was amazing and the studio is…read moreincredibly clean and welcoming. Definitely won't be my last time here

I have been training with Cesar for a few months and I love his approach with his clients. I used…read moreto belong to 24 hour fitness and then Crunch and was pretty fit back in my 50s but now in my 60s and after some injuries, I find that training is harder. Cesar's way of training is gentle yet gets his point across. He understands your goals and pulls together a program to help you achieve them. We also discuss nutrition which is extremely important on my journey to better and stronger health. If you are older (or younger) and looking for help with getting in shape, Cesar is your go to. He is extremely patient, caring and kind and if this was a 10 star rating, he would definitely be that! He will get you to where you want to be. I am happy he is my coach. Did I mention he was handsome? Easy on the eyes makes working out great lol

Don't waste your time. Not a serious gym. Spoke to the only contact, Ryan, and he is terrible at…read moreresponding. Twice I've asked to join and nothing. Not even a meeting time to start. I have never encountered a gym that isn't eager to get new clients. Sloppy care, do not recommend to anyone. I was fine with the $165/month but after all this chaining around, I'll happily join Equinox.