After struggling with a shoulder labrum tear, I spent 6 weeks in physical therapy and honestly did…read morenot see much progress. I was frustrated, still dealing with pain, weakness, and limited mobility, and felt like I wasn't getting the attention or guidance I needed for real recovery. So I reached out to Ryan and within one session, I felt a tremendous difference in my shoulder mobility, pain and strength. He took the time to actually understand my injury, explain the recovery process, and gave me workouts and movements that helped strengthen my shoulder safely and effectively. It's been a week and my shoulder feels so good I am able to move shoulder almost at full range! I have known Ryan for almost about 20 years. The first time I had gone to Ryan I had gone to him about knee pain. I used to wear knee braces because my knees would lock and he helped me strengthen my legs so that I no longer use knee braces and after training with him I have never used knee braces again he showed me the fundamentals of working out and great form and ever since my form is great and it helped me shaped my athletic abilities. I highly recommend Ryan to anyone recovering from an injury, from shoulder to knee issue, someone looking to perform better in their athletic sports or simple as weight loss journey. Ryan's knowledgeable and patient approach made a huge difference in my recovery journey.

I've been training with Ryan for a year now. What I appreciate about training with Ryan is that he…read morealways has a personalized approach to our workouts. For example, if I didn't get enough sleep (perimenopause is not fun!), then he will adjust my workout to focus on other things. Same If I'm sore in one part of my body, he will have exercises that helps to work through that. He has a great attitude, pushes me when I need to be pushed, and I consider him a friend as he's seen me on my good days and not so good days. I've learned a lot from him and how to generalize my skills learned from our sessions to other exercises outside of our sessions. I highly recommend trying out a session with Ryan; you won't regret it.

Kat is awesome she knows her stuff and cares deeply. Its more than a job for her it is a complete…read morelifestyle! Highly recommend her!

Hi Yelp! First off let me start by saying I have lost a total of 36 pounds in 4 months. I feel…read morestronger and more energized than ever before and it's all because of Kate! I originally called Kate to help me lose weight for my wedding in September but I plan to keep this going for as long as possible! I love how much stronger and stronger I feel every week. KATE is very knowledgeable about all aspects of working out, she guides you through every step and makes sure you are doing the movements correctly so you don't hurt yourself. She provides a full guide specifically tailored to your fitness needs (in my case weight loss), the program helps with what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat, and there are also specific workouts for your level of fitness you do on your own. Out first meeting was more like a consultation where she gets a feel for what level of fitness you are at, and I was level beginner :) And from there she builds that plan for you. I work out with Kate 2 days a week tue & thurs and then 1 day by myself usually Saturday morning plus cardio every other few days. I had a gym membership in the past but I only ever did cardio at the gym so I am a beginner when it comes to working out/weightlifting. Let me give you an idea of how far I have come. When I first started with Kate, I could barely do 1 push-up on my knees and now I can do 5 solid regular push-ups. And that's huge for me. I was so out of breath after 1 burpee and it was so awkward for me, but now I can do 10 still winded but nothing like before! We have done all this from the comfort of my own home in my garage, with 2 yoga Matts and a couple of dumbbells. Call Kate, it's the best decision you can make for yourself! My fiancé is so happy with my results, everyone in my life has been complimenting me saying that I look the best I have ever looked. I have totally gained more muscle and it shows, I am thinner but more importantly more Toned and I could not have done any of this without Kate. If I can do it anyone can do it. HIRE KATE! She will not disappoint. She is an amazing personal trainer!

Fantastic! Marc is a positive and down to earth personal trainer. His social media content is…read moresuper helpful for individuals that need that extra push to stay motivated during their fitness journey. Give him a follow and if you're in the San Diego area, DM him to get on the schedule. Thanks! IG @body_by_barron_sd

This is my first official Yelp review so here you go! I've…read morebeen training with Marc on and off since 2015. It was definitely a struggle to workout when I wasn't training with Marc. He always keeps me accountable even though with my busy work schedule, he has always given me the flexibility to switch my gym days. One of my favorite parts of training with him is being able to have semi private training. I've made some good friends here and I'm sure these friendships will continue outside of the gym. I try my best to train with Marc 2x a week and I have noticed a difference in my energy levels! Even though I may not agree with some of the exercise *cough cough* bear crawls, I've noticed an overall difference in arm definition as well as my booty gains! Squats squats and more squats! He always makes the workouts fun and never boring. He has helped me to incorporate some of these workouts on my non gym days. Thanks Marc!

Walter is hands down the BEST trainer I've ever had! Requested a consultation & got a quick…read moreresponse. Met up for 1 session to see if we were a good fit together & stuck with him for years! He helped me lose the weight to my goal. He pushed me to never give up. He adjusted my work outs and my meals according to my likes, dislikes & limits. I've had many other trainers before but none as fitting as him. His personality is super chill to get along with. Get ready to change your life with a coach who really cares. I trust him whole heartedly and I would very highly recommend him to the world! He won't let you give up! Thank you for your amazing work Walter.

Walter was my personal trainer for approximately a year . If you truly want to lose weight , gain…read moremuscle, or both follow his instructions . In my book , he is the best . He is not for everyone , if you want things, sugar coated with excuses , he's not your trainer . If you want results , this is your trainer !!

Hello beautiful people! Today, I want to share with you an amazing experience…read more I came to San Diego Strength and Wellness at a dire time in my life. I had received the news that I might need knee surgery due to a tear on my ACL and Meniscus. That evening I spoke to my dear friend Ben and he asked me the following " do you want to wait and see what the doctors say? Or do you want to give your knee a fighting chance at recovery through proper physical training? The thought of getting in better shape, not going under the knife and giving my body a chance to heal was too tempting to pass. I said "YES". I then asked " what do I need to do?" and he just said "just trust me Sal". We immediately set up our workout schedule and he asked me to send him photos of everything I was eating throughout my day. Twice a week I did 60 minute personal training sessions and sent him daily photos of my meals until I refined my eating habits. I can honestly say I am not dieting. I eat what I want, when I want. I just crave healthy stuff and that is what I had been chasing for a long time; sustainable healthy eating habits. With this said I want to thank you Ben! First of all, your work ethic is contagious and the foundation to your success. Your gym is clean, not crowded, it has great energy and the team you have created is 2nd to none. Your whole team has eagerness to help and develop the talent that goes in seeking help/guidance on improving both mentally and physically. I can now say that after 3 months of hardwork in and outside the gym, that I am stronger body and mind, healthier, and the fittest I've ever been. Oh and did I mention, NO SURGERY NEEDED!! Started 2022 at 173lbs, got to San Diego Strength and Wellness at 163lbs and after 3 months got down to 148lbs. Slowly losing fat and gaining muscle. Being healthy is not easy and/or quick; it takes time, dedication, persistence, and above all, resilience to adhere to your objective. Thank you all for the support in this journey and for your continued support in my next journey!

Getting a personal trainer at SDSW was a great investment and one of my best decisions I ever made…read more The facility itself is always clean, has lots of great equipment that emphasizes more on functional strength, and great trainers that are legit and knowledgable. I joined because I wanted to prepare for my College Volleyball Season by increasing my athleticism and strength. My trainer Julia really pushed me. Being a former collegiate athlete herself, she knew what it takes to be successful at the next level. Despite only meeting with her twice a week, I have gotten a lot stronger and gained 8lbs of muscle going from 143lbs to 151lbs. She taught me lots of different exercises that help me strengthen my entire body, especially my hips, legs, core, and at the same time increasing my overall flexibility and mobility all of which have translated on the volleyball court. I don't think I ever been pushed more physically and mentally any where else. Look no further this is the best gym in SD. Highly recommend.

Este gimnasio es lo máximo! Me encanta que está pensado especialmente para la comunidad latina. La…read moremúsica, el ambiente y hasta las rutinas están increíbles. Los entrenadores realmente entienden las necesidades de mujeres y hombres por separado, con programas diseñados para sacar lo mejor de cada uno. Aquí no solo se trata de ejercitarse, también de motivarse, aprender y sentirse acompañado.

As someone who is a athlete I applied for a couple of classes, I liked it but the coach Alberto is…read morea total pervert who kept staring at my chest and ass as I was working out. A zero out of five.

I signed up with EC with the mere simple mind set of re-learning how to have a healthier…read morerelationship with food and exercise. For the first two months, to get the hang of the things, I took two personal training sessions a week along with macro planning. I then signed up for the online program. Weekly check ins are a must and really helped both of us understand how to adjust numbers if needed. I do have to say it took a few weeks to learn how to fit my favorite foods into my macros. But once I learned and started seeing results I was able to push myself towards accomplishing more than I thought possible. Jon was there whenever I had a question about food. He was Receptive, understanding, and encouraging.

I started working with Jon and Elite Conditioning in January of 2018. I have been an athlete most…read moreof life and lifted weights for about 8 years now. I have had a goal to compete in NPC bikini for a few years but put it off while I was finishing school. Then, in 2017 I was in a car accident that left me with ligament damage in neck. I spent a few months rehabbing my neck and then decided it was time to get serious about competing, so I started looking for a coach. When I first met with Jon for a consultation, he went over my training history, my goals, and his background/expertise and how he could help me reach my goals. I decided a few days later to hire Jon and he created a custom plan that would help me get my strength back and build muscle so that I could reach my goal of competing. Every week we check-in and he adjusts my plan for me based on performance and results, and also checks in to see how I feel and if I need help with anything. He's always been available to answer any questions when I text or email him, and he answers my questions in depth. 9 months later I am still working with Jon and Elite Conditioning, and I am 4 weeks out from my first NPC competition. I couldn't have done it with his guidance and expertise and I know that I will be working with Elite Conditioning for a long time to come. #TEAMEC