I've been working with Michelle for 3 months now and have seen amazing results in that time with her. I have never felt stronger or healthier. Michelle is passionate about this lifestyle and it shows through the energy and enthusiasm she brings to every session. Her easy going, friendly personality creates a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. She makes each workout challenging, creative and most importantly, fun! She also places a high value on correct form with each exercise. She motivates me to push past my perceived limits to get results. I have incredible energy, my balance and flexibility have improved immensely and I love my body again. she has helped me break my bad eating habits and has taught me about correct nutrition and how to balance my every day diet. If you are serious about changing your life for the better, Michelle will lead you every step of the way. Thank you Michelle, you are the best! read more

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Shoutout to Michelle for being the best coach I could have asked for. During the pandemic I really spiraled and became the heaviest I've ever been. When I decided enough was enough I reached out to her and worked with her and she not only helped me lose fat but also changed my mentality behind exercise, nutrition and everything in between. Worth. Every. Penny. Thanks again Michelle! read more

I was working with Michelle in person in LA for about a year, since she moved we've been doing virtual sessions 3x a week and I've been loving it! Since working with Michelle, I've felt healthier both physically and mentally and have developed a healthier relationship with food. She's also the sweetest person in the world and so easy to talk to, not intimidating at all. I also work in the film industry so my hours are insane, but we always get a session in and she's been very patient with my weird schedule. She genuinely cares about her clients making progress in the most healthy way possible. She's been a huge inspiration in my life and I'm so grateful that I get to work w her! read more

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I found Michelle through Yelp after I inquired at LA fitness about hiring a personal trainer. LA Fitness wanted to charge me an initiation fee (I'm already a member), sign a 6 month contract, and assign me multiple trainers depending on my availability. The deal did not sound appealing to me so I went on yelp to search for trainers in my area. I am so happy I ended up with Michelle! In such a short time I starting to see amazing results because of her knowledge about working out and eating right. I'm astonished when she tweaks my form for certain workouts and I can feel it strengthening a different muscle! There's really no secret to looking AMAZING but to train hard and fueling the body with proper nutrtion. And 2 unplanned cheat meals a week (encouraged by Michelle). What I didn't sign up for - compliments from everyone about how FIT I look. I love sharing the knowledge I've gained through Michelle. I feel more confident and energetic. It's a bittersweet moment when your favorite jeans are too loose! Thank you for everything Michelle! I've never regret any of those 5 AM workouts. read more

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I have not only worked Michelle once but twice and am still working with her. The first time was "gifted" to me by my dad for my wedding. Michelle was amazing and funny and always pushed me in a way that made being at the gym in what could/ was an uncomfortable situation for me into something that was amazing and fun. But after moving I fell off hard, tried other trainers and none of them compared. So I went back to Michelle, and this time around has been even better, if that's even possible!! She not only gives guidance but seeks it for herself. She tries everything before recommending it you others. She holds me accountable in a way that doesn't make me feel bad for falling off and not checking in. More than a trainer Michelle has really become a friend. She genuinely cares and listens to her clients and puts them on the best path for success and does everything to inspire their growth. read more

Michelle was wonderful! She's knowledgeable, realistic, and challenges you in way that feels accountable and supportive. Her guidance was not just about the training, but included nutrition, and mindset. Loved my experience. Feel healthier, significantly slimmer, more toned, and now I'm staying focused based on what she taught me. read more

I am so thankful to be working with Michelle and am loving the journey to my healthiest, strongest body and mind. Michelle has tailor made a fitness program that is effective, simple and targets the areas I have been having the most trouble with. After only 2 weeks I started to see notable changes and felt my confidence growing. She has an incredible way of building a program that fits your specific needs, and arms you with confidence to achieve your goals and handle yourself like a pro in the gym. To top it off, I am working out LESS than I ever have before!! By combining her talents with personal training and her unwavering knowledge on nutrition, I have been able to safely implement healthy eating habits that supplement my workout and support my physical goals. read more

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Michelle is THE BEST! I am a runner and my chiropractor recommended for me to get more strengthening exercises to supplement my running and training calendar for the 2019 Chicago Marathon. At that time, I have been experiencing bad shin splints and was told that it was because I have weak hips. My shins were compensating for my weak core. And so I research around my area and found Michelle through Yelp. I am very glad I did! Ever since I've trained with her, I feel stronger than I've ever been and shin splints are gone! I also finished my marathon & beat my personal best. Thanks to Michelle, training with her was a truly great addition to my marathon training. She's very knowledgable and knows to focus on your goals... and it's been definitely a great ride for me. It's a plus that she's very friendly which makes working out with her so much more fun! read more

Michelle continues encourages and pushes me to be my best self both physically and mentally! I have never been more confident in my mind and body! read more

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After seeing photos of myself that I wasn't pleased with, I turned to Yelp to research trainers nearby. Michelle popped up and after being really impressed by her own fitness, I made an appointment for an initial session with her. I've used trainers in the past and have struggled to find one that I felt was worth the investment in. From the jump, Michelle impressed me with her extensive kinesiology knowledge and attention to the minutiae of my body. She was obviously not some poorly prepared commercial gym trainer and actually cared about how my body was responding to the workouts. She also immediately provided food coaching as well and has spent a lot of time working on my dietary accountability. The results she's been able to pull from me within 8 weeks have exceeded my expectations, and she's managed to free me from my intense fear of working out. I'm doing things I never thought possible and in a manageable yet goal oriented environment. Michelle understands the gut check it takes to make a change for your overall health and knows how to coach people to new levels! If you are looking to change not only your body but your lifestyle, Michelle is your girl. read more

Michelle is such an amazing personal trainer who works with you closely and will see results! Her workout and nutrition routine caters to my schedule and I cannot complain. She is patient, understanding, and pushes you in small increments to hit your goals. I was able to lose inches with her routine. As long as you stick with her simple program, you will see results and good habits in the long term. I highly recommend her..even if she does it online, she is worth the investment if you have the financial funds to do it! Love Michelle! read more

Michelle is an excellent trainer. She is encouraging, positive and has helped me significantly in changing my mindset when it comes to viewing fitness and health. Before, I was very lazy and did not take care of myself. Now, I'm way more conscious of the steps i'm taking to take care of my body and because of michelle, I was able to realize that being healthy isn't just about "being skinny"'or "eating only salad and chicken", it's about loving yourself, working hard to reach your goals and never forgetting to give yourself a treat here and there. An important part of my progress with michelle for me has been the mentality behind my health and how i treat my body. Quite honestly, I've never been overweight or underweight, I was always within my "weight" for my height/age/etc..the main thing was that while my metabolism was able to keep up with it, I was not eating healthy(i would eat in excess and would use food in a negative way), I would NEVER work out and overall was just extremely harsh on myself. Because of michelle, Ive realized that being fit/working out is actually fun and that there are ways to be healthy and still enjoy myself! She has encouraged me to feel good about myself and i'm finally in a place where I'm happy with who I am physically and mentally. Michelle is an incredible trainer and I'm very happy with my progress. I appreciate that she is always so friendly and enjoys to hear about my life/what's going on in school etc while making sure we are getting shit done! Thank you michelle!!!! read more

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I'm so thankful for Michelle's expertise, support and wellness advise. She's been my nutrition coach for the past 6 months and I couldn't be more grateful. I hit a point in my life where I needed to tone down the intensity of my workouts and focus on more gentle exercises. This worried me because I'm not the kind of person who can keep the weight off easily. So I contacted Michelle about my unique situation and she welcomed me with such support. She monitored my eating habits and exercise and made weekly adjustments to help me with my goals. And whenever I thought I wasn't making any progress, she reminded me of my goals and shows me my before and afters, which showed me how far I've come. If you're on the path to wellness and need a tailored approach, I highly recommend Michelle. read more

I could wax lyrical about my training experience with Michelle for hours. While showering her with typical YELP hyperbole such as being the "best trainer ever" would be technically accurate, doing so would actually be a disservice to her skill set. I am a Type A business executive in my mid 40s that is short on time, shorter on patience, and am extremely results driven. Had I not seen major changes and consistent improvements, I wouldn't have trained with Michelle for more than a month. The fact I trained with her four days a week for more than three years speaks volumes to her knowledge, competency, and the effectiveness of her overall training regimen. The results I have realized have been nothing short of spectacular, particularly given my age. Unfortunately, posting before and after pictures on a public forum such as YELP, is not my style. That said, I offer my Inbody readings (https://inbodyusa.com) as evidence of the results that Michelle has helped me achieve. At first blush, the fact I only lost 2.6 lbs over three years, is not very impressive. One of the tenets of Michelle's coaching however is that weight loss is not an accurate indicator of fitness gains. The empirical data provided through Inbody speaks to that point and further proves that Michelle's program, if closely and consistently followed, will result in a complete body composition change. To wit, since I started working out with Michelle, I have added over 5 lbs of skeletal muscle mass, to go along with 9 lbs of lean body mass. In that same period of time I lost 11.5 lbs of Body Fat thereby dropping my body fat percentage 6 points (down nearly 25% overall). My strength, energy levels, sleep patterns, and physical appearance have all drastically improved. The same can be said of my self-confidence, drive, and commitment to physical fitness. Michelle recently moved to Los Angeles, ending our three-year run together. Were it not for her move, I'm confident we would have continued to train together for the next three years. I cannot give her a higher endorsement or greater seal of approval. If I could give her a sixth star or espouse a more enthusiastic and sincere recommendation of her training program I would. When I met Michelle, I had a dad bod. She gave me the knowledge, motivation and coaching to transform it into a father figure. I will forever be in her debt for the changes she brought about in my life. If you give her the opportunity, I'm confident she will do the same for you. read more

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First off I wanna say Michelle is the absolute best. I hated lifting and everything that had to do with it but now I can't get enough. I originally came to Michelle to help me gain a little weight and to get my body back into decent shape after having knee surgery. Not only did she help me exceed my expectations but she help put the competitive drive back in my life. I used to run track at a high level and after my surgery I lost my drive and desire to workout. Now I feel better than ever and ready to bounce back because of her patience and kindness towards me. She truly takes her time with everyone to make sure they are doing everything efficiently and effectively. Not only that but she's extremely down to earth and will not only just be your trainer but will become a friend :) Thank you Michelle for giving me my confidence back! read more

I've been training with Michelle since October and it's been my savior from working so much and trying to balance fitness into my extremely busy schedule! She's very structured, which I love. I started off with once a week and have been doing twice a week for some months now and notice a huge difference. She pushes me to lift weights that I thought I would never be capable of and made me realize I'm a lot stronger than I thought I was! I have a physically demanding job and she's helped me so much as far as doing the proper stretches for all my aches and pains! I highly recommend Michelle if you're looking for a coach! read more

Michelle has helped me to develop consistency with my workout routine. I use to struggle with finding time in my busy schedule to keep up with a weekly routine and would fall off the wagon. She creates quick and easy exercises that allow you to accomplish more in less time every workout. She also keeps you accountable in a supportive and encouraging way. I have some previous injuries and she was able to take those into account and make adjustments that work for me. She's not just focused on helping you meet your fitness goals but also your overall health including nutrition and lifestyle changes that enhance your overall well being. Her recommendations for food and supplements have all been very effective. If you are looking for someone who's going to be invested in your well being beyond just fitness then look no further! read more

i started training with michelle in 2018 in preparation for a pageant i was competing in and she was so great i continued working with her after it had ended. in just 3 months my transformation was incredible, i was the healthiest i had ever been physically and mentally! she cares so much about your journey and listens to what changes make in both your physical and mental health. my lifestyle has completely changed for the better because of michelle, i feel stronger, more confident, happier, and i couldn't have done it without her help! read more

Michelle is fantastic! I work out with her virtually (I'm based on the East Coast) and I'm so impressed by the home workouts she crafts. They are efficient, tough, and convenient to do at home. My best friend recommended her to me and she was so right!! I was really struggling with my fitness in the quarantine life and I've felt such an immediate turn around. As soon as I started working out with her I started to feel stronger, fewer aches and pains, and overall healthier. She is such a natural trainer! Not to mention Michelle is so much fun and makes the time FLY by. Highly recommend!!! read more

I have been with Michelle for sometime now. And it is so much more than what you would expect from a trainer. My body has gotten stronger, but my whole health is overall better. My habits have changed. Michelle is super supportive, kind and knowledgeable. Looking for the right trainer is a challenge, and Michelle customizes everything to your goals and body. I also love her energy. She's just the best :) read more

I'm so glad I met Michelle because she has helped me change physically and mentally. Been struggling with weight loss for almost my entire life and she's helped me feel the most confident I've ever felt. I'm the kind of person that needs to be walked through everything and I never felt abandoned. Such a great coach and motivator. Thank you for customizing & listening to my needs, but also for pushing me to strive for more. Forever grateful! read more

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Michelle is the greatest trainer ever!!! She really works with you individually in all areas from sleep to training to food to mindset. She has a gift of truly helping people empower themselves and she coaches with encouragement and humor! She has helped me so much in my health journey and I actually enjoy exercise now. She is extremely educated on nutrition and helps you understand what works for you!! I had back surgery in 2014 and didn't think I would ever be able to exercise regularly but thanks to her knowledge and training I am able to and 15 lbs down! More importantly than the weight loss my mindset towards myself and my goals has completely transformed. Michelle is worth the investment! YOU are worth the investment!! read more

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Michelle has been an amazing trainer for many reasons. I have been training with her a few times a week and have seen great results. She is very in tune to my specific needs and tailors the workouts accordingly. My workouts are never the same and she targets all parts of my body which I have noticed a big change in my muscle tone. I have been so appreciative because she does not only help me with training, she works with my on nutrition and other wellness practices. She is very helpful for the best ways to eat to help heal and also meditation along with other mental health practices. I am so happy that I found her and have already referred her to a few friends looking for a trainer. read more

I've been working with Michelle for over a year now with one session per week. My goal was to be more toned and hopefully reduce stress, lower back pain, and shoulder sores from work. Now a year later, not only I reached my original goals, but also feel more energetic and positive. Most importantly, I am more motivated to workout compare to before, which helps reach a long term health goal - 80 years old grandma who can weight lift. Michelle is very responsible, knowledgably, and fun to work with, which make her training sessions exciting and inspirational. I became more motivated to workout not only because it could benefit me in long term, but also because it's fun to customize my own definition of "healthy" lifestyle. Things that worked for others might not work for me because each individual are different, and Michelle totally recognizes that. While I very much enjoy seeing Michelle in-person at the gym, I also took the benefit of doing virtual sessions with her due to pandemic. It became even more fun because you get to use weights in creative ways, making workout even more accessible for people who prefer to workout from home. After all, I think Michelle and her training sessions has made my life better overall! read more

Absolutely the best trainer and nutritionist I've ever had. Michelle cares so much about your journey in becoming a better you. Your not just another client. Reachable at anytime. I'm in the best shape I've ever been because of her. read more

Michelle was my trainer when she was in OC, she help me improve on all the aspects of physical conditioning and dieting, she was patient but made me accountable, and she was very accommodating to my constant business trips, and always willing to figure out an schedule for the week. I've learned a lot from her and I highly recommend her, not only I got in better shape, I learned good habits that I've kept since then. Thank you Michelle! read more

I have struggled with toning my mid section & legs for as long as I can remember. Michelle helped me understand & reprogram my lifestyle of nutrition, the right exercise combos, and the desired amount of rest for my body. She took a slender/skinny-Fat body shape into a healthy happy & whole off duty super model! I am eternally grateful for your knowledge you have bestowed upon me!!! & I know many many of my friends that work with Michelle can say this and more. Confidence comes from strength and meeting challenge & fear head on that starts with the knowledge on how to and that is Michelle as your personal trainer! read more

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I've been working with Michelle for close to two years now. Honestly, she is one of the best personal trainers out there. I came to her as a super insecure, shy teenager who felt uncomfortable with my body. She helped me understand how health is so much more than vanity. I noticed a change in my demeanor with her constant support; My confidence grew and I felt so good being in my skin. Don't get me wrong, I noticed huge improvements in my body and felt so much stronger thanks to her kick-butt workouts, but the confidence boost and change in mentality that Michelle instilled in me is something I'll treasure forever. I was scared of the gym. I was scared of lifting weights. I was terrified of personal trainers and being so vulnerable about my health with someone other than my doctor. But one session with Michelle and I knew, this was something worthwhile. Her bubbly and warm personality make it easy to feel comfortable with her. I highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for a personal trainer or someone to guide them in overall well-being. Starting training with Michelle was one of my best decisions! read more

I had been wanting to get personal training sessions for a while now. I found Michelle on Yelp and contacted her through her website. She was having some issues with the site so she wasn't able to respond right away but when she did she apologized and offered an initial assessment. I went to the first assessment and had a great workout! Michelle had a great, friendly personality and I could tell right off the bat she was going to work me hard but provide a lot of knowledge. After the one hour workout I was really wiped but already felt I was off to a better start. So far we have been working together for about a little over a month and it has been great. She really focuses on good form and exercises that are right for you and your goals. I've been having ongoing problems with my posture and backaches, but she has given me some great tools on how to remedy them. The facility she trains at (Pasadena location) is really nice and clean. There is plenty of parking whenever I have gone. The only thing is, I wish there was a bathroom with showers! read more

Michelle helped ease my back and neck pain. She guided me with a solid workout regimen. She's friendly and patient with positive attitude. I like that she listened to my concerns unlike other trainers I had experienced. The individual attention she gives is truly impressive. read more

By the time I sought out help from Michelle, I thought to myself if this doesn't work, there's no hope for me. I was so uncomfortable in my body, youtube videos weren't working, and i couldn't bare another cardio exercises. That's when I allowed Michelle and her training philosophy into my life. I was uneasy about weight training as I felt my body was already too bulky. I was unsure about the amount of meals she wanted me to consume as it was all about not consuming and dieting before. Despite all my doubts going into the program, she proved me wrong as I'm sure she did for so many of her clients. Even with weights, I slimmed down, i feel more confident in my body, and walking at least 20 minutes is just part of my life now. I still struggle with eating the amount she wants me to eat, but it is improving. With Michelle's endless suggestions, I am striving to eat more, to have more energy for the workouts she plans for me. If you are at your wit's end, and you just don't know how to get the body you want, I hope this review helps you give Michelle and her training philosophy a chance. read more

Michelle is honestly the best trainer in Pasadena!! Because of her, I've lost 17 lbs in 6 weeks & my body has changed so much. I've never felt stronger or more confident. She not only motivates you, but designs workouts according to your body type & strength level. Besides being personable & caring, Michelle also checks in on you on days when you're not training with her & emails you exercises you can do at home, work, or at the gym. She has easily become not just my trainer, but my friend. I can't recommend her enough, you will feel so much better after each workout & you will definitely see results after just a few sessions with her. I always look forward to working out with her as this is the best investment I have made training with Michelle. read more

Before i started working out I was super intimidated. I didn't know what to expect and I was a little overwhelmed. Michelle eased me into training and eating better to where it was almost easy! She helped me every step of the way and I still use what she has taught me to this day! read more

Michelle has made getting back into shape fun and rewarding! It's clear that she's incredibly knowledgeable and loves her craft, and that shows when she's working with her clients. I started working with Michelle because I was feeling really run down and didn't know how to get back on track fitness wise. Easily within a couple weeks of working with Michelle, I had more energy and felt stronger. I'm still working with Michelle and don't plan to stop anytime soon! :) read more

Totally love Michelle! She's encouraging and really takes into account personal eating behaviors when diet counseling. She's helping me to strengthen my body but best of all she's helping me to trust my body for the first time in my life! I'm loving how much my bodys changing and how strong I'm getting!! If you're looking for some actual results and awesome personal training, Michelle is the one!!! read more

I have been trying Michelle's program for 2 months and it is an amazing experience. Following her guidance I saw changes to my body. I loose 5cm on waist in 1.5 month! And I definitely feel healthier and stronger! She also changed my mindset of how to dealing with my body weight and bad emotions. She is always supportive to me! read more

I've tried many methods of training along with working with a variety of different trainers. When I met Michelle I was literally of the mind that this will either work or I'm done trying. Michelle presented a training method that I had never tried. My results with her guideness were not over night but with time I saw a change. I remember taking my first before photos and almost crying at seeing where I was and where I had made it too. She didn't make it complicated and she actually gave a dam. It wasn't just a physical change that she helped me get to it was a mental and emotional change she brought out in me. She gave me what I thought was gone. HOPE. If anyone is looking for an educated and experienced coach let me tell you she's what you have been looking for and what you need. Michelle I can say is a close friend now and will for as long as she can will be my trainer. read more

Michelle is great! She is an amazing trainer and has helped me not only become much more fit, but also raised my confidence significantly! She makes me motivated to make healthier lifestyles changes and excited about working out in such a supportive environment. Michelle has also helped guide me in my nutrition choices, while still promoting a healthy relationship with food!! She is truly amazing! read more

I trained with Michelle for about 2 years until she moved away from me... not gonna lie, I had never stuck with a trainer that long! But she made training something to look forward to. She helped me transform my body and my way of thinking about nutrition and exercise. Not to mention, while she trained me, just getting to talk with her was good for the soul! She's so knowledge and super funny and relatable. She's a 10/10 but Yelp doesn't go that high! Thank you Michelle! read more

I have spent my entire life on this planet crash dieting and exercising (incorrectly) trying to lose weight or look better. I would drop 50 lbs, keep it off for a few years only to gain 60. And do it all over again years after years. My wedding is coming up and after a year of crash dieting again and being absolutely miserable with the BS food I was consuming and being told I can't work out by that program because I need to lose weight first, I decided to find a real trainer and throw away that awful diet. I thank the stars that my search led me to Michelle. She is the most amazing human being and is so fun to work with! And she has something that a lot of other people I've spoken with over the years don't: conviction and undying loyalty to what she knows is right, best and HEALTHY. When I've had small freak outs thinking- I don't care if I compromise my health, I just need to lose 20 more lbs by next week- she has matched my insanity with a firm stance that she can't support that followed by continually exuding patience and reminding me numbers on a scale aren't the end all be all of what to look at when trying to get in shape and change your life. I am so wired to believe unhealthy habits, low calories, no carbs and being totally wrecked by a trainer until I injure myself is what equates to doing the right thing but Michelle is slowly but surely rewiring my beliefs and habits and reminding me to trust the process and her and I absolutely do now. I'm feeling better and more accomplished than I ever have, I feel and look tighter, my energy is so so much better and as someone who never woke up before 9:30 am her entire 45 years on this planet, I now spring out of bed at 7:00 am happy to go outside in the sunshine and walk the pup and continue moving all day! I truly can't say enough about Michelle! If you need a trainer who is a rock star and bonus: understands women's bodies and the many aspects of healthy choices and habits needed to feel and look good- don't walk, run to her! read more