Mari is amazing and everything you'd want in a coach. She's empathetic, understanding, flexible,…read moreand also holds you accountable in a way that challenges you to improve physically and mentally We've worked together for the past 5+ years and what I've needed has changed over the years. In the pandemic days, it was the motivation to move my body when I just wanted to lay down all day. As I made incremental improvements and started moving regularly, the focus shifted to other aspects of my life that were related to movement: nutrition and sleep The important questions started-- why am I showing up to my workouts exhausted? Am I sleeping enough? How do I juggle the many different aspects of my life-- personal, work, caregiving, networking, etc? Am I eating enough? Am I eating regularly? Why do I go from 0 to 100 and go from not working out at all to workout out so much I could potentially get injured? We also focused on different types of movement: mobility, strength training, working on the areas of my body like my back and wrists that had sensitivities, stretching, and setting me up for success for things like run club. I learned about hormones and having my life style be adjusted to my menstruation cycle (more difficult strength training workouts during ovulation, focus on stretching and walking during luteal phase) It has been an incredibly challenging journey to face all of these aspects of my life and have these mindset shifts day by day and now year by year, but I know that I have Mari cheering me on and by my side every step of the journey to guide and support me. I'm excited to continue to work with Mari and I would highly recommend her programs

Mari is an exceptional trainer and coach and I wholeheartedly recommend her after training together…read morefor 4 years. She has excellent technical knowledge and skill, and is great at giving feedback and unlocking difficult to diagnose issues (both physical and sometimes mental). She is passionate about her work - she is constantly learning and genuinely wants to help her clients achieve their goals, whatever those goals may be. She is extremely observant and isn't afraid to deliver direct feedback when necessary for growth, but always does so with kindness. She's also an excellent pre and postnatal trainer, and her guidance was exactly in line with my PT's. After working out with various trainers for over 12 years, Mari is the very best I've been lucky enough to train with and learn from.

Samantha is AWESOME! She worked closely with me from the time I started training with her,…read moreaccommodating my personal level of fitness - which, at the time, was not very high - and got me to the great place that I'm at right now. I've never felt better about my body or level of fitness, and she's provided me with a lot of insightful knowledge that I can apply to my independent workouts to keep myself fit and feeling strong. Before I worked with Samantha, I had a really bad back and a bad knee. I was experiencing pain on a regular basis. After working with her for even just a couple of months, my back pain started to get a lot better and my knee was much stronger! These days I can feel the difference, and my husband can SEE the difference, in my ability to be active without back pain. I'm so grateful to Samantha for all she's done. She's an excellent personal trainer, so if you've been considering making a change to become more fit, she's the right person for the job - whether you just want help starting your journey or someone to guide you along the way.

Samantha is truly an exceptional person. Her knowledge of fitness goes beyond the average, I have…read moreworked out with her over 20 times, and the one thing I can tell you is, she is the real deal. Someone who never gives up in a quest to improve herself and clients no matter the physical challenges presented. Whether is be gaining muscle to be more toned, losing excess body fat, increasing mobility and flexibility Samantha knows how to get the job done. If your looking for someone to work with on a regular basis or even get a short term goal reached, you have now found what you were seeking!

Robin is fantastic! Bottom line: 1. I feel better, healthier…read moreand stronger 2. She works with my schedule and location 3. It's always fresh and different Working out with Robin has been better than I could imagine. It's a full body workout that hits all the right parts. But the best part is how easy it is to integrate into busy lives and schedules. We are working parents with two very young kids and I have to be in the office a majority of the time. Robin works with my schedule and comes to us to workout. She is flexible if it's just me or both of us. No need to block 2 plus hours to travel to and from the gym and workout, it's just pop into the backyard, driveway or whatever. She also creates bespoke workouts based on our level and speed each time. It's been great!

Robin's style is warm and personable. She challenges you to achieve your fitness goals with a…read morebalanced approach, both pushing you to succeed, yet patient with the process. She listens well to your needs and is both educational and supportive. Since starting her program, my muscles have taken shape, my self-esteem is higher and I've never felt better physically than I do now. I believe that Robin's training programs have changed my life completely for the best!

I participate in Kristina's Tuesday morning workouts in and around Fairfax and San Anselmo and love…read morethem! Each week we hike in a new local area, carrying weights and stopping to do different exercises. The combination of being outside, with warm and friendly folks and a trainer who knows what they are doing, seems to be a great mix of things!! I highly recommend!

Kristina truly is the best! I have done 1:1 training with her, attended her classes in the park and…read morejoined some group hikes over the past few years. I love how much Kristina switches up her training techniques to keep it fun. She has gotten me to try new things that are out of my comfort zone, but she also brings it back to basics. Kristina is so positive and motivating and you really cannot ask for more in a personal trainer! Highly recommend getting to her class!

I first started going to Xavier abut 20 years ago. I had lapsed on my fitness and my arms and legs…read moreshowed it. They were so flabby and my formerly flat stomach was long gone. He's the only trainer that has managed to make me get up and workout at 6am. It was amazing how quickly I popped into shape by just working out with him 2 days/week and doing my assigned cardio. I looked and felt great. And we became close friends..he is like my baby brother. Fast forward to COVID. Life had moved on, I had stopped working out with Xavier but we still stayed very close. One day we were talking and he picked up something in my voice that concerned him. He didn't like it and insisted I come work out with him...outside. I didn't realize it, but guess I had a bout of depression due to the isolation and recent loss of my Mom. I was heavier than I'd ever been..194 pounds! We began working out 3 days/week and I did power walks 2x/week. In one year, I lost 20 pounds, a host of inches around my waist and arms and got my body tone back. I am now 160 pounds. That's what Xav does. He sees the real person underneath, and helps you envision and realize your true potential. All from a place of caring discipline and true joy. He loves what he does and, somehow, makes you love it too. All while achieving your end game. He is truly one of a kind..and the best!!

My experience with Thomas as my trainer has been great these past 6 months. It was well worth it…read moreand I'm glad I signed up. The training has helped me so much in improving my physical conditioning and strength for upcoming baseball season. Thomas is a superb trainer and I highly recommend him.

I recently participated in another clean and cleanse group, led by Amber, and I'm so happy with the…read moreresults. Five years after my first experience with nutritional guidance, I needed the support to change my mindset and reestablish healthy habits. The group meetings, meditation and discussion helped me to slow down and pay attention to what is good for my body. Amber's guidance in nutrition as well as in her yoga classes, create a strong, confident foundation.

Amber is such a ray of light! The clean and clear cleanse was exactly what I needed to recenter my…read morebody and mind and come back into balance with eating habits. Amber does amazing work holding space and organizing our journey with care from start to finish. Now I have some new recipes to enjoy as well. Thank you Amber!

Erika's devotion to the Gyrotonic exercise method is definitely something she radiates when she…read moreteaches.. Her attention to detail, calm presence and years of study through other teachers and learning what her own body has to teach her makes her a wonderful, accomplished teacher. I owned a Pilates & Gyrotonic studio in San Anselmo for 7 years and Erika would often sub for me. All my clients loved her and only had positive things to say about her. I highly recommend her! :-)

First and foremost Erika has a wonderful presence. She clearly understands the Gyrotonic system and…read moreshe listened to me before jumping into our session which I appreciated. As a health and wellness professional, I have had numerous Gyrotonic sessions over the years from talented instructors. What I think set my experience with Erika apart from my previous experiences with Gyrotonic was the pace of her instruction. She patiently had me move through spinal articulations to enhance my body awareness before we began using the resistance equipment. This allowed me to stay connected throughout the challenging exercises. We progressed rapidly through different movements and finished with some lying long-lever circumductions I had never seen before, which I loved! I signed up for two follow up sessions. An absolutely great experience in a comfortable setting with a caring professional. Highly recommended.

Elisa keeps the sessions fun, using a seemingly endless variety of strengthening movements, with…read moresome stretching. Her workouts are challenging but do-able - perfect for a 60 something older woman. Never dull, never straining/stressful, always interesting. It feel so good to be stronger, more resilient. My main issue is osteoporosis and Elisa is very skilled and knowledgeable about this, and able to tailor to my needs. Great personality, positive, encouraging but not underestimating what I can go for. Bonus: Struppe the sweet doggy who tags along!

Elisa creates an environment where movement feels easy and enjoyable. I love that my dog is always…read morewelcome and naturally included. Her appreciation for nature, along with her reliability and punctuality, adds a sense of trust and calm. I value her balanced, European-inspired perspective on well-being and movement. Elisa is caring, attentive, and a great listener. I highly recommend her for Personal Training.