After gaining a little weight over the pandemic as well as a pretty ample amount during my second pregnancy, I was ultra-ready to jump back into regular exercise and just getting overall more toned and strong. I'm not old, but I'm not super young either, and I've started to become more prone to injury if I don't workout with the right form or try to ramp up too quickly. Gone are the days of easily waking up at 5am to sprint around my college campus without a care in the world. But, thankfully I found Francesca! I was at first skeptical of having a trainer via Zoom; I was convinced that I needed to have someone see and work with me in person. After a session or two however I realized that this was going to work great - with two kids and being a busy professional, Francesca was able to work with my schedule and meet me virtually where I was at, both fitness-wise and time-wise. I've been working with her for a few months now and feel WAY stronger and more fit than I did going into this - and thankfully, with zero injuries. I had a hip problem due to running for the past year that was not responding well to PT, and within a month of working with her I was able to run again, which was a huge breath of fresh air. I literally cancelled my remaining PT sessions because she was far more helpful than the PT folks who were working with me. Our sessions are focused and intense, with me warming up prior and then jumping into the exercises with her. A big plus is that many of the exercises in her repertoire require few props - at most, a chair or a set of 5-10lb weights. Ultimately, I would recommend her without hesitation for anyone looking to step up their health game! read more

I just finished a 4 month session with Francesca and reached my goal weight. Having someone to make me accountable and make food selection changes was invaluable. I would highly recommend! read more

Francesca really knows her stuff! She understands what you need, and provides great instruction, as well as excellent feedback. Very motivational! Highly recommend! read more

Very Knowledgeable and Top notch trainer. Francesca takes the time to get to know the client and develop a plan that fits their needs. I have been using her as a trainer for years and I have been able to transform my body to perform and function at its highest level. read more

Definitely recommend working with Francesca on your fitness journey! She is passionate about helping her clients achieve their goals and provides thorough nutrition information. The training is virtual, saving you time traveling to the gym while producing the same results as in-person. She helped improve my overall balance, strengthened my knees, and helped me get closer to my ideal weight. I've learned so much during my time working with Francesca! read more

Francesca has been an amazing trainer! I wasn't sure what to expect at first being trained virtually but she has surpassed all my expectations. She takes a personal interest in her clients and tailors the program to suit your specific concerns/needs. She teaches you how to train efficiently and effectively while challenging you at the same time. Would highly recommend her! read more

If you're thinking about getting a personal trainer, Francesca is your go to person. At first, I was skeptical about being trained virtually but Francesca reassured me I would get the same result if I had trained with her in person. Little did I know I actually loved training virtually! Now I always look forward to our weekly workout sessions. Francesca had taught me so much! With her guidance I learned new ways to enjoy food I wouldn't normally buy. I've learned new recipies that I can incorporate into my daily routine. Francesca is extremely knowledgeable about food and nutrition! She helped me lose body fat and I feel less bloated overall. Now I can fit into some of my tighter work pants from pre-covid. Yay!! Throughout my training process, I had multiple breakdowns. Francesca was always there to make sure everything was okay and if something was not going according to plan, she would pivot or alter the plan to fit what works for me better. Francesca not only helped change my body physically but emotionally. As a result, I've grown to love and be patient with my body. She is truly the best personal trainer anyone can ask for. She is so patient and flexible as she helped to accommodate to my schedule changes. I'm beyond grateful and thankful to her as my personal trainer. I would highly recommend her to anyone wanting to improve themselves! read more

Nina has been the best trainer I could ever ask for! She is so sweet and kind and still pushes me to be my best. She is very mindful of doing each exercise the right way and constantly adjusts me... and guess what NO MORE BACK PAIN. With her help I have lost 17 pounds in time for my wedding!! I literally could not have done it without her! read more

My boyfriend and I have both gained a bunch of weight from the stress of school. We've tried a whole bunch of different diets but nothing was sustainable, so we decided we needed help. We found Francesca on Yelp, and in about 4 months we have lost about 30lbs, and it's still going down! With her help, we have since completely changed our diet and lifestyle. Not to mention, she is also extremely understanding, kind and helpful. I highly recommend Francesca to anyone that is starting on their weightloss/healthy lifestyle journey!! Update: after 6 months of hard work, I have reached my goal weight and have now lost almost 20lbs of fat! That's 6.5% body fat! I lost 24.5lbs of weight in total, and 3.25" around my waist. Plus, I can now do 6 knee push ups when I couldn't do a single one before!! Not to mention, she has changed my eating habits forever for the better, which is amazing. I am super happy with my experience with Francesca, and I'm very glad I went to her. :) read more

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Three words to describe Francesa: jovial, knowledgeable and precise. Since working with her my flexibility, mobility and endurance have increased. Francesca is a well of knowledge and her positive demeanor encourages you exceed your limits. read more

Francesca is definitely very knowledgeable and unlike a lot of the other nutritionists I interviewed, she's got a really detailed plan right from the start that gives you a great sense of what the journey will be like. I'm still on that journey and it's had it's ups and downs. But you discover a lot when you try new things. it's important to stick to her plan as much as possible and customize it based on what works and what doesn't after some time. But if you're consistent and you and you apply the knowledge she offers, you'll hit your fitness/physique goals. Francesca is definitely worth the investment of time and resources. read more

Francesca is a top notch trainer, nutritionist, and coach. I came to her when I was 195 pounds; when I left I was at my goal weight of 168, the strongest I've ever been and at an ideal BMI. Most importantly, I know how to maintain it. Franesca's customized gym workouts focused on my fitness goals and improving body mechanics. She supported me around the clock with nutrition analysis and recipes, along with portable, efficient workouts that fit with my busy home and travel life. She did all this while driving to her own fitness goals and competitions, which was so motivating to watch. Francesca still sees my success as her success and has stayed in touch to track my progress many months after. You'll get much more than your money's worth with her...she'll design a workout cadence and price that works for your budget; stick with it and you'll soon be your healthiest self ever! read more

Francesca Fitness - Francesca Fitness got me to my weight, strength, & BMI goals with customized workouts & nutrition...best money I've ever spent! - Trainers Near Me - Pasadena, California

Francesca was my personal trainer for a few intense months. I lost weight and inches, increased lean muscle mass, gained strength, greater endurance, and confidence. Francesca leads by example with setting and achieving nutrition and fitness goals. Francesca pushed me beyond what I thought my capabilities and guided me in trusting the process of consistency and determination in improving my own health and fitness. Thanks Francesca!!! read more

Francesca really knows what she's doing, not everyday you get PT from someone who actually takes fitness serious and competes professionally! Whether your a body builder or just trying get in shape she will work out those muscle you've been neglecting hahaha her warm up had me sweating! Deff will would recommend her! read more

I came to Francesca at the top of 2022 looking to start a new fitness journey. She recommended me to a personal trainer, Nina Michno, that trains at Matador Performance Center in Pasadena. I am super happy with the program that she's put me on. She's really nice and knows when to push you and when to support you. I worked out twice a week, coupled with smart choices at mealtime under Francesca's direction and immediate lost fat, felt stronger, and was sleeping better. I highly recommend both! read more

I was seeking a personal coach to hold me accountable, help me reach my fitness goals, teach me the correct foundation for exercises and help me with my nutrition. I can say that within the 3 months that I had Francesca coach me, I've reached all of my goals. Things I loved about my time with Francesca. 1. Accountability. I'm a type of person that needs to be pushed. If no one is watching me, I will cheat and not do the exercises correctly. But Francesca always stood beside me during the whole session and she made sure I was doing everything correctly. She would always correct my form and push me to my limit. There were also days i did not want to go to the gym but because I already had scheduled time, so I was force to go! This helped me keep accountable for my time at the gym. 2. Flexibility. I travel a lot for work and Francesca was very patient with my schedule and catered to my busy schedule. I really appreciated it. 3. Goal oriented. Francesca really took the time to learn about my fitness goals, understand my lifestyle and helped me adjust so that I was able to reach all my goals within a short period of time. She is educated in this fitness and nutrition. 4. Efficient. All of our work outs were efficient. When i look around the gym a lot of trainers would talk with their clients and be at the gym for hours. But Francesca got me in and out. We really focused on working out, which i appreciate considering my schedule. Overall if you're looking for a trainer, look no further! I'm sad that I won't be able to work with Francesca anymore since she is relocating. It'll be tough to find anyone better than her. Highly highly recommend if you want to reach your fitness goals! read more

I have been working with Francesca for a couple months now and have already seen great results. I am losing weight and learning how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Francesca is super knowledgeable in the fitness methods and techniques as well as health and nutrition. She is very understanding and supportive to what you want to achieve and the inconveniences life may through your way. Francesca is very thorough and attentive in her total approach to your goals. I have been extremely satisfied with the progress we have made and I am excited to keep working with her. 10/10 highly recommend!! read more

Thanks to Francesca, I have a new appreciation for wellness and staying physically active. A plus is that she also has a nutrition background which is helpful if you are determined to shed those extra pounds more quickly. The first 15-20 minutes are spent warming up on your own - generally stretching and cardio. The next 25-35 minutes are actual one on one sessions with Francesca. She's a big proponent of HIIT exercises, so be prepared to get feel the burn! Thank you for our time together, Francesca ! read more

With Francesca's guidance and working out, I was able to lose 41 pounds in 5 months. My body is more toned and feels stronger than when I started. Thank you for helping me feel better about my body. read more

Fortunately, I ran into Francesca today & WoW.. in just under an hour she was able to give me tons of tips and examples of foods I can replace (from my current diet )to begin my fitness journey . She was very detailed in explaining why and what these changes would do to my body. Definitely going to get started and get to work! I would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking for a nutritionist or trainer! Hopefully I can review this later on with a before and after .. read more

Francesca is a really dedicated and knowledgeable personal trainer! I was struggling with consistency in my diet but she has a vast knowledge on what I should eat without restricting myself. She provided me with essential foods that will help me lose weight and it really got me out of my plateau. The work outs are also really helpful! Really high intensity work outs but she's also good with modifying the exercises that fits to your skill level. If you need someone that can help you with exercise AND nutrition, Francesca is the one! read more

I've been training with Francesca for about two months, and have lost about 8 pounds so far with her help. Overall, I feel stronger and have learned a lot about nutrition along the way thanks to her detailed plan. Session lengths are usually between 30-45 minutes, and she's very accommodating to any requested schedule changes. I'd recommend Francesca to anyone who is looking to meet their goals and/or change up their fitness routine. read more

Review I've been with Francesca about a month and I can confidently say that she exceeded all of my expectations. After our first conversation, I knew she was the right fit. On top of being super knowledgeable, patient, and fit, she's also so kind. She pushes you in the right way. I leave our sessions feeling SORE, but I feel good after. It's a natural high. The workouts are different each time, and I feel like I've learned enough to try most of the workouts on my own. I've worked out on my own for a few years but I wanted to take my fitness to the next level so I took a chance on Francesca, and it's been 110% worth it. I've always felt some weak points when I'd squat or do tricep workouts, and she pointed out that my ligaments were weak. She's helped me learn corrective exercises to strengthen certain ligaments and other overlooked muscles. She has a background in physical therapy which was a huge plus for me. If you're reading this and on the fence about booking a session with Francesca, take this as your sign to book a session!! read more

Do it first leader! Not only does she train others she trains herself. No excuses is how she pursues anything. From body building to personal training. You will get results with Francesca. She takes the time to make sure form is good. Workouts are always different. And nutrition are guidelines to move you toward a permanent lifestyle change. Flexibility and understanding is huge working with her. But communication is vastly important. read more

I started my fitness journey with Francesca mid March of of this year. I was in my last semester of nursing school and had gained a tremendous amount of weight due to stress and poor eating habits. I was frustrated because i had such a hard time losing the weight i gained in nursing school and everyone around me saw it as well. I decided enough was enough. I went on yelp in search for a private trainer to get me back on track and reach my weight loss goal. I can across Francesca's page and decided to check her gym out and see what all the fuss was about. The moment i went in I knew she was going to be the one to help reach my goal. So i signed up for a 6 month training program and man did her workouts kick my butt! When I first started,I was at 129.5 lbs with 34.2% body fat. On my last day of training, I reached my goal of 115 lbs with 26.1% body fat. I lost a total of 14.3 lbs of fat in 8 months. It was challenging in the beginning because my diet was not entirely on point, but once I had that down the weight came off more easily. I'm also proud to say that I beat my husband in doing push-ups haha. Thank you Francesca for everything! If you're looking to get stronger and lose body fat, please check out Francesca out! read more

I spent two weeks training with Francesca before the pandemic hit. Francesca was generous enough to give me better rates since I lost my job due to Covid. She offers a complete program that not only focuses on exercise but also nutrition. With regard to nutrition, Francesca will ask you to track all of your food on my fitness pal. I was provided with nutrient goals and ideas for meals and snacks. There is no strict diet regiment. If you eat it you track it. With Francesca the focus is learning to make healthy eating decisions. This will not happen overnight and it's not always easy. I've gone from eating fast food almost daily to preparing healthy meals ahead of time for my workweek. I've learned how to properly use weights and exercise equipment and how to improvise if something I need isn't available. Each session lasts around 20-30 minutes. My only wish is we could work out longer each session since I always came home doing more workout on my own lol. Overall, I enjoyed my time training with Francesca- she's hard working, sweet and most importantly...she has a huge heart for animals and she has plant based diet. Thank you Francesca. read more

Francesca has been great from the start! If you're looking for someone who will motivate you from beginning to end, this is your girl. Her "no excuse" approach is just what I needed. She's very knowledgeable and always listens to me when I tell her I'm uncomfortable with a movement, all while pushing me to do my best! Even during our Zoom workouts...I'm always feeling accomplished and sweating like I just got out of a sauna, she's incredible!! read more

Working with Francesca has been a great experience. She is extremely knowledgable and motivating. She has done a great job at tailoring my food and workout routine in order to help me reach my fitness goals. BTW- Her food hacks are genius. She gets five stars and two thumbs up from me read more

When I found Francesca I was at a point in my life where I was very unhappy with how I felt both mentally and physically. Within the 5 months we trained together I was able to take back control of my life and lose over 30 lbs thanks to her effort as well as mine. Her method of training is all about efficiency and she really doesn't waste time. She's very knowledgeable about fitness and nutrition. You can't go wrong with Francesca. I can't thank her enough for her training! Definitely recommend. read more

Since working with Francesca since last year around October, I have gained valuable knowledge in the proper way to workout and how to have a balanced diet. One of the main reasons I chose Francesca as my trainer is because she has a 90-95% plant based diet. As someone who also eats vegan most of the time, I really wanted to learn the nutrition behind it, and how I can sustain it and make sure I'm getting everything my body needs. Over the course of our training I learned so much, and now know how to take care of my nutrition while eating good food! I also have really enjoyed the HIIT and have definitely learned that I don't need to spend forever in the gym to get great results. After only 30 minutes I'm sweating and feel accomplished. I love how she pushes me when I need it, but also modifies the workout depending on what I need that day. (For example, after starting my new job, we spent time on learning short burst workout that I can do between sitting at my desk). Francesca is great and the sweetest! She goes above and beyond and I'm SO going to miss working together. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Great experience! Smart woman! I feel great! So worth it guys. I went to Fran for an intensive short-term fitness and diet improvement. It's a investment, yes, but the last 3 weeks were personalized and jump-started my fall fitness goals. Fran and I exercised 3x a week and I sent her my food diary every three days. In 3 weeks, I lost 4 pounds and toned up my waist, arms, and legs! :) Fran is a wonderful human. She is a calming badass cheerleader for your fitness hopes and dreams. Incredibly passionate about fitness, healthy eating, and the environment, she has been an amazing trainer and role model these past couple weeks. I hope some of her knowledge of the body and food rubbed off on me, that woman knows her stuff!!! Overall, I really loved working out with Fran and I would definitely do it again. Unlike other times where I exercised/ dieted I know this isn't just water weight that will come back in a couple days...those four pounds are gone! Yay! Feelin' good, going to go eat cup of spinach cause I enjoy greens now read more

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Francesca is a very challenging trainer. She really gives it her all and is very passionate about helping others.

Francesca was highly recommended by a friend and when I met her the first time I knew that she would be the perfect personal trainer for me. Certified nutritionist, competitive trainer and a coach. I signed up for 6 months training the day I met her, and very happy with my training. Very high intensity training and she's such a great coach. She always explains each exercise. Especially I am "double jointed" that she is great at reminding me about proper formation and to really concentrate with each and every set I would do. Francesca is a great trainer, nutritionist and I highly recommend her if you want a great one on one trainer. Very caring, supportive, yet she can be tough to push you through to get the best workout. I really enjoyed my high intensity workout since your in and out of the gym in less than an hour. And every workout is non repetitive so you never know what to expect so it keeps you motivated and excited at the time. read more

Francesca is amazing. I have been working with her for more than two years and I have definitely seen a change in my body composition. She is gentle and tough at the same time. She trains me at my pace and makes sure that I get a good work out. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to transform their body into a stronger and more confident self. read more

First and foremost i wanted to say Francesca is so great and very friendly! I have hypremesis gravidarum. I was so depressed, i threw up all the food i take and i am losing weight despite the prescribed medications. A friend recommended Francesca and I found her to be extremely knowledgeable about nutrition and anything to do with health. She made her own approach combined with personal assessment in my case. I am impressed that after two weeks in her program I was able to eat and gain weight. I learned how to read food labels that encourage a healthier lifestyle and living. She is one-of-a-kind! read more

I did a fitness consultation and just finished my intro trial with Francesca and she's really awesome! She's super knowledgeable as both a certified nutritionist and trainer, and really knows what she's doing. For example, she was able to pinpoint exactly what area of my body that I need to work on just by looking at my lunges, taught me a lot about form and alternative ways for some traditional workouts, and told me why my lower back hurt so much during planks. Francesca is also very communicative, and gave me a lot of great tips on how to actually eat healthy. (I kinda overdid it for a week, and ended up getting hungry super fast & not getting enough energy b/c I'm a hard core carnivore LOL.) However, I decided to go with a different trainer and/or go back to taking barre and lagree pilates classes. I still want to leave a review for her because Francesca is actually GREAT and I mean it. Unfortunately, just like dating, her workout flow and style doesn't quite fit mine. I guess I personally enjoy being in a group fitness class a bit more, just because seeing older people more fit than me work hard is super motivating. The other thing is that, with a personal trainer, I wouldn't really be able to get the instructor to "yell" motivating things at me loudly. Either way, I still really recommend Francesca to people who are looking for a trainer. read more

Francesca is a nice, motivating trainer who wants to help you be your best version! She is particular about doing exercises and lifting right and keeps a close eye on your form. I've only been seeing her for a couple months so far but I'm feeling stronger and we're working on diet and exercise tools I can carry with me long after. She's super nice and easy to work with and I appreciate that she stays focused on me and our workout the whole time. read more

I started working with Francesca end of February. She has paid close attention to my goals and my requests in my journey back to wellness. Most of my victories have been non-scale victories such as feeling better about myself, getting stronger, dropping sizes in clothes. I'm grateful for her approach and knowledgeable nutrition advice. She has accommodated my countless last minute changes in schedule requests because of my school, busy mom of 4, and life. We've been meeting via zoom and it's so convenient. No need to waste time in traffic to and from the gym. She is creative with whatever you have at home. read more

There are many reviews here that can tell you Francesca will help you get the results you commit yourself to, but there is much more to her than results. I chose Francesca after a lengthy search for trainers, knowing I have neither the motivation nor the knowledge to commit to a workout if I simply bought a gym membership. I met trainers who seemed to know their stuff well enough and had clients who could vouch for results. I met trainers who made tempting promises, promises I knew they couldn't keep if they weren't able to motivate me to show up to their sessions. And that was the trick: I already knew it would take someone who was able to quickly earn my respect. On top of that, I do suffer from depression and I am LOATHE to leave my computer and go out, especially to a gym, so I needed someone who can get me out of my computer chair. These are not low starting expectations whatsoever, so let me elaborate on what sets Francesca apart... I didn't know the first thing about going to the gym or working out, so any trainer I could meet will for certain have more know-how than me and be able to guide me. However, I was taken by the depth of Francesca's knowledge; she knows in detail which muscles should and should not be targeted by each exercise, and will often come up with variations, either to accommodate your specific individual needs or simply to make sure all the muscle groups get some attention. Not only does it feel more fulfilling to complete exercises when I know their purpose, the knowledge helps me use correct form, use the correct parts of my body, and minimize needless pain. Just like how I can tell a professor who genuinely knows their course material forward and backward from one who simply copies from a textbook, I can tell that Francesca's information is solid from the ground up. Similarly, the best teachers are always learning, and this is true for trainers. Francesca is constantly training herself and studying on newer, better techniques. She already knows so much and is so creative with her vast knowledge that it would be easy to become complacent, but she is actively committed to constant personal learning and improvement. Fitness is a personal passion for her, and as her trainee you will reap the benefits of her dedication. Honestly, I am not making the most out of her impressive knowledge base because I have not committed to some of her nutritional advice, but she is extremely accommodating and realistic, and she will make the most out of what you DO commit. Notably, since she backs up all her advice with the purpose and reasoning behind them, her knowledge about health and nutrition can be applied to improve your lifestyle far beyond the training session. All of this makes me greatly respect her, but the last piece of the puzzle is simply that she makes each session enjoyable. As I said, I am basically shackled to my computer, which is worsened by barely-managed depression. I'm ashamed to say I've skipped class and canceled appointments on occasion, but there was never a day I wanted to cancel on Francesca. She is very personable and perceptive; I enjoy talking to her, which is more of a compliment than you think, but she is not pushy if she senses I'm not feeling sociable that day. I feel that she is genuinely invested in my well-being and success. I've been fortunate to be able to chat a little after sessions sometimes, and while I don't want to go into too much detail here, she's quite an amazing person that I look up to in both body and spirit. No matter my disposition before or how tired I am afterwards, I always leave feeling better than I did when I arrived, and that is the highest compliment I can give to any mentor of any field. read more

Francesca has been the most Amazing. Sweetest, caring, dedicated person i have ment since I've been to California. I am sooo greatful for her to be able to work with me on this journey. She not only became a trainer but she became a friend. If you want to get to your weight loss goal or your body sculpting goal. She is where you need to be. She is kind, and she cares about her clients. Every time we meet up, you can just feel the love and passion she has for you and her gift. She has been a blessing to me these pass couple of months. She puts the Beast in Beast. Like this women is Amazing. What are yall waiting for stop reading this post and make a booking with her. Love ya Francesca and May God Bless you with Everything you ever dreamt. You deserve it All love Shalanda read more