Still the best trainer; still improving my fitness and feeling & looking great…read more Njoying every workout - always the best time of the day. Thx for keeping the pump up!!!

Daniel Cunha is an excellent trainer. He accesses the full body and personalizes a program that is…read moreeffective and efficient, while keeping it exciting and empowering for the mind and spirit. I came to Daniel unmotivated and in a state of lethargy - immediately he gave me a boost of confidence that came with a workout and diet plan: short term and long term. He emphasizes the "LIFE STYLE CHANGE" and teaches how to reprogram our choices and eliminate those bad habits with replacing them with healthy substitutions. In the gym, we focus on full body strengthening with a concentration on the core - and for my trouble zone, hips and gluts! Followed by an amazing lesson on stretching those computer muscles using a form roller. Daniel will switch it up and bring the next session out on the beautiful Marina Greens and teach how to utilize the public Outdoor Fitness Court!!! - Body weight exercises: pull-ups, push-ups, dips, rows, trx and finish off the last 10 mins (right when you think you can't do it anymore) with an energizing kick boxing session. In the kitchen -- yes! he will not neglect this important step -- he will raid your frig and pantry and show you what combos of veggies and protein that are delicious and nutritious. He's great in NOT making one feel ashamed for the non-food items that are there, but gave me the motivation to make those choices on my own.

I've been training with Chris for a little over a year and a half, and the results have been…read morefantastic. He's great at creating routines that work for everyone - whether you're a beginner like I was (like, never has lifted weight) or if you're someone more experienced. His approach to training is super personalized and grounded in functional fitness. Because of that, I feel the strongest I've ever been. Choosing to train with Chris has seriously been a game changer for me. I can't recommend Chris enough!

Awesome functional personal training. I am a runner and it worked great for me, I absolutely…read morerecommend Chris.

Before Gardie I had only had a personal trainer once years ago back in Boston. I'd learned some…read morebasic techniques that have stuck through the years but never once did I actually have fun during or after those sessions...Since I started with Gardie last year however I've thoroughly enjoyed our trainings, mostly because he makes them fun, you feel amazing after each one, and you see results both mentally and physically. Gardie understands the need for a comprehensive yet balanced work-out...He's up on the latest weight training moves but also TRX and other exercises you can do on your own...He really mixes up the routine each week - including subsitution exerices for the same muscle groups, say if you're sore one week- yet at the same time he consistently works your core. After a few sessions at most you can see and feel results and go home feel great after each hour of training. I actually look forward to our trainings even though I never expected to enjoy them! What's more, we not only talk about physical fitness but diet and other topics ranging from sports to sushi:) And his sweet pup Kenya only enhances the package. She's part of Team Gardie! In sum, training with Gardie has truly enhanced my life from the outside in...I feel better, I look better, and I don't look forward to the day I move on from Team Gardie on Front St, San Francisco! Yes I sound like a cheerleader but my life is better and fitter thanks to him.

While there are many "qualified" trainers, there is only one Gardie! He is not only knowledgable,…read morehe is truly a gifted trainer who can raise you to your next level -- one you never thought possible -- by the sheer force of his personality, enthusiasm and genuine excitement to see you succeed and keep going with a smile on your face. He lights up when you improve, and convinces you anything is possible! Whatever your fitness goals, he will listen and design each workout just for you. If you are going on vacation and want to continue working out, he will customize homework for your time away. You leave each training session looking forward to the next one -- time with Gardie is the highlight of your day, and he leaves you feeling GREAT inside and out! Truly, one of a kind! Thanks for all you do for all your clients!

I always had trouble keeping up with being healthy. I have achilles tendinitis and bilateral facet…read morearthropathy that also required me to undergo physical therapy (I did it for 3years and didn't really help a lot). I went to the gym but didn't get motivated enough. Had 2 or 3 different trainers from 2020-2023 and had minor impact. So, I took a year break from the workouts. But I noticed that I was getting weaker and experiencing more pain. I did a lot of research and decided to get back on getting a trainer and if it doesn't workout, then I'm done getting help for good since it's making me a bit frustrated. I found Route Fitness and decided to give it a try. I met with Eric for the first time and he's very welcoming and nice. It was like meeting an old close friend. I was surprised! Not the usual serious scary trainer that I often encounter haa! He listens to everything that I've been going through with my health journey and provides helpful advice to keep me focused on my goal- which of course I'm very thankful for! Getting healthy is really hard especially I love eating and never really fond of working out. Getting the right person to help you with your journey and keep you motivated is even harder to find. But Eric makes it all easy and I'm so proud of what I have achieved so far that kept me going stronger, healthier and happier!

Eric is a committed, motivating, and highly skilled trainer. Furthermore, he's an incredibly…read morepositive and honest person. He pushes you in a fun and informative way. Eric will motivate and transform your ability and knowledge of fitness with the intention of having a long lasting, stronger life going forward. I have always been an active person but quickly discovered with Eric's help how I could train and get stronger with very little equipment and much better technique. He helped me gain and build muscle by teaching me the full spectrum of what fitness is: nutrition, consistency, and good form. I'm so grateful to work with him!

Evan is a great trainer. He brings my energy up and motivates me to train and think positive. He's…read morealso fun to train with and I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get in shape- no matter where you are starting from.

Evan is an amazing personal trainer. These reviews are old but I think he's had a few spots open…read moreup! Get in there while you can! He's well rounded and works with all types of bodies. Evan makes it fun and the hour goes by quickly. I hate to workout but Evan makes me look forward to it. He's inspiring and he knows his stuff. He's excited about his work and it shows. I know he occasionally has openings in his busy schedule. I can't recommend him more.

Rich Thurman is AMAZING…read more I started doing personal training sessions with Rich a few months ago and it has been a fantastic experience. Training begins with a free trial session where Rich discusses your personal fitness goals with you and sees what fitness level you're at. He then tailors your sessions to fit your goals and to improve your fitness level, but mixes it up a lot so you definitely do not get bored. Every time I do a session with Rich, I feel like I've had the best workout of my life and learned something new. He has given me a whole new outlook on fitness. Rich himself is a great person- a San Francisco native (yes, we exist!) who is dedicated to improving lives and is personally invested in this fine city.

Yoga with Yana I…read moremet Yana during bootcamp. She teaches yoga at Mission Creek Park for free after Sat bootcamps. I've been going to her free yoga classes regularly for couple months now. I like it so much I got together some people to pay for regular classes at my condo. As for the bootcamp, I tried it out with the free 1 week trail and I'm glad I did it! Rich and his wife Yana are a good team, and definitely helps me work out different muscles. I exercise regularly myself~3 times a week, but the bootcamp pushes me harder than I would normally when I work out by myself. It helps that the bootcamp meets right in front of my condo building, too. It's such a convenient location. The 6am M-W-F classes are too early for an evening shift nurse, but I like going to the Sat 9am classes. Rich is trying to have more bootcamp class times later in the day, so I'm glad I can start going to those!

I've been working with Fady on a regular basis for over a year and have seen amazing results in my…read morestrength and fitness level. Fady goes above and beyond for his clients, listening to their needs and designing a program that fits the condition and fitness level they are at. He increases intensity and continues to challenge when you hit a plateau, helping you achieve a new level of fitness. All the while with a supportive and friendly attitude, never judgmental or demanding like other trainers I've seen. Fady always changes it up, so your work out is never boring. He also continues to learn new things and techniques which now include stretching. AMAZING! Highly recommend Fady!

I highly recommend Fady at Physical Life. I would give him 6 stars if I could! One 60 min session…read moremade an immediate difference. I have tried so many different things to help with the tightness in my shoulders, neck, and hamstrings including StretchLab, yoga, deep tissue massage, thai massage, Hypervolt... the list goes on. All of these have helped, but the kind of techniques that Fady uses are helping me take it to the next level! He has also taught me a number of stretches and exercises that I can do on my own which are different than anything I have seen or learned before. I am grateful to have found him.

I have been working out with Simon for about 6 months and have really enjoyed it. I changed gyms…read moreafter my previous trainer moved out of town. My main focus had been strength training and mobility, but I had mentioned to him I was curious about calisthenics. He does a really great job at planning workouts that incorporate movements that include broad categories of muscle groups along with movements that target specific accessory muscles to improve support and stability, like emphasizing knee and foot strength. This makes workouts interesting and breaks up the monotany. I have the most fun working on doing pullups and feel like I'm getting closer to being able to do them unassisted! I've also noticed major progress in my core strength which is helping me make progress in my big lifts. He has a very holistic approach to his training. He often includes tips regarding nutrition during our sessions. He also has provided me with resources to help improve sleep and recovery. He checks in frequently to see how I'm feeling, which I appreciate.

As a healthcare professional, I was very impressed with Simon! I started seeing him for corrective…read moreexercises, as I could tell my body was compensating. I was having hip pain and right sided body tightness. Through a work out routine, he really helped balance my body. He is professional, kind, and is eager to learn what is best for my body. I recommend my clients to him also!