Trainers in Pasadena

“Simply put - LIFE CHANGING.

My background - I've never lifted weights, I've never been one to exercise. But this little shop of miracles - they changed all that.

They took a terrified beginner (or even lower than beginner if such a term exists), and helped him fall in love with the exercise, with the workouts, with the process, with the philosophy.

I'm not kidding when I say that my first day - I was just worried my leg would go shooting across the room on my first machine. But the staff was patient, detailed, and thorough. They made sure I knew exactly what I was doing, and they were watching everything cautiously to make sure I was safe and my form was ok.

That was a year ago, this week.

One year later - I can't believe how far I've come.

When I started, I just had a simple goal - I'd like to be able to do one squat. Now I can do a half dozen without even focusing on it.

A myriad of little changes to my life, my health, my lifestyle - all these little improvements that make everything so much better than it's ever been. I'm emotional just thinking of the process...

And truly - it just comes down to the trainers, the staff - they're my guides, my scouts, my mentors in this journey. They never tire of my asking question after question about how to better my form, how to improve my technique, and I owe them so much for that.

I'm a full convert now. Full stop. As long as I'm physically and financially able to - I can't imagine ever stopping this process.

THANK YOU to every one at the Strength Shoppe (Jazzy, Adal, Anwar, Derek, EVERYONE) for helping this one man find a path in his life he didn't even know he needed, and never would have thought he could love so much.“

“I was referred to Haig for his reputation as a great chiropractor, and I discovered he also has extensive knowledge of fitness and training. His approach is highly intuitive--he can pinpoint exactly where my pain originates and then teaches me how to prevent it from returning. Working with him has made me much more aware of my muscles and movement. Now, I can feel my muscles working during workouts without experiencing pain afterward. Haig is exactly who I needed to take my workouts to the next level while effectively managing pain before it becomes a bigger issue.“

“LOOKING to get into Strength Sports but don't know Where to start?! WELL Flawless Fitness is a Great Starting point for your Strongman, Armlifting, or even MAS Wrestling journey.“

“I highly recommend Pilates Pasadena. I came in seek of pain relief after a bad car accident. Severe pain in my back running down my leg. I thank Kathy , today I have no pain after some fascia sessions. She also works on pets. Parking available on the street.“

“Angela Faissal was terrific. Very knowledgeable and explained the why and how of what she was recommending. I highly recommend this facility for all physical and chiropractic therapy.“

“Dr. Braun is an amazing chiropractor and physical therapist. His treatments are specifically designed for each patient and not just a one size fits all approach to your condition. Adjustments are targeted and leave me better able to exercise with an improved range of motion and duration. Highest recommendation.“

“Unfortunately, I got injured and per my doctor had to get physical therapy to help recover. Edwin was a great trainer and has definitely helped me improve in getting back to normal after my injury. Definitely recommend them. He was a very active listener, observant, and focused on my needs to help the recovery process. Thank you!“

“May son has been working out with Dan for 14 years now. He started when he was still in high school and Dan been his constant since then. Not only has Dan helped my son physically, but also with his mental support as well. Dan is understanding and patient. His encouragement and positive approach is a demonstration of how much Dan cares about his client. He is definitely one of a kind! I would recommend Elite Fitness as a 5 star place to train and work out.“

“I've had experience with several physical therapists over the years (don't ask), but Catz and especially my therapist Sang Won Lee have been the best, most professional i have been treated by.“

“This Center is amazing!!! The doctor, staff, and all parties are very welcoming and Knowledgeable and I'm excited to start my journey“

“I love this gym! I've been attending small group classes here for 10 months and I can tell I've gotten much stronger. The instructors are great. They are attentive and helpful, and they prioritize safety and doing movements correctly. The classes are a great size, and are fun and never get boring. I was new to strength training when I joined, and I've learned so much from Lucy and all of the trainers. I highly recommend Peachy Strong for women all ages and abilities!“

“I worked with Jason for about two months with the goal of learning how to lift properly, feel comfortable in a gym setting, and build strength safely through progressive overload.

I now feel much more confident going to the gym on my own and actually knowing what I’m doing. Highly recommend if you’re looking to build a solid foundation.“

“I was diagnosed with a shoulder labrum tear after a weightlifting accident. The doctor recommended trying physical therapy and I ended up going to 1 PT. After several weeks of guidance and therapy from Andrea, I'm now back lifting even heavier than prior to the accident. Andrea is knowledgeable, professional, encouraging, engaging, and has a great sense of humor. The therapy sessions are challenging and fun. The staff at 1 PT are friendly, courteous, and kind. I highly recommend them.“

“I have been going to Carina’s for 3 years now. My session is an hour and starts with 10 minutes of cardio, followed by core, then arms/legs etc. A few people come in every half hour and so there ends up being around 3-6 people working out at any given time. But she prescribes different exercises for each person based on your individual strength and needs. I started going here toward the end of the pandemic because she diligently wipes down all the machine after each person uses it. One of the best things about Carina’s is she creates a very friendly and social environment. It’s the reason I have been so consistent about my two times per week! Everyone enjoys talking to each other and I look forward to catching up with my new friends all the time! She offers sessions Mon/Wed evenings and most mornings.“

“Erik is one of the best instructors at Barry’s! He brings so much energy to the class, makes it feel like a small group, he’s hands on to help with form, he encourages us to show up for ourselves, and then he wraps the class with thoughtful wisdom to walk away with as we cool down. Always a 11/10 class!“

“As professional dancers, we rely on Jeremy to keep us performing at our peak. His sessions provide both immediate and lasting relief every time. I truly appreciate the care, attention, and personalized approach he brings, along with the valuable education that empowers us to take better care of our own bodies.“

“Long overdue review. I went to see Johnny several years ago after suffering with tennis elbow for about a year. Johnny fixed it. Permanently. It's been about 8 years now, and it hasn't come back. He also took me and my wife through a solid foundation of stretching and strength foundational excercises. The dude is super knowledgeable, super nice, and really good at what he does. Thinking of going in soon for a back tune-up, after months quarantine sitting.“