Working out with Joey has been a LIFE-CHANGING experience to me! Joey is FUN, PATIENT,…read moreDETAIL-ORIENTED and most importantly, he genuinely cares about helping me achieve my fitness goals. I am a working mom with a toddler boy. After a day of juggling between child care and work, exercising was the last thing I wanted to do. I was tired, unmotivated and depressed by my postpartum body. Through a good friend's strong recommendation, I started working with Joey 6 months ago, and that was the best decision I've made in 2022! Here is why: 1. Joey's 1:1 fitness sessions are tailored to each client. I look forward to going to his gym every week because Joey never repeats himself. He is like a magician who assembles various workout exercises and makes them fun and challenging. 2. His women's group sessions are full of positive energy. We support each other through tough cardio workouts. Many of Joey's clients became friends after working out at his gym. 3. Joey always makes sure I know the science behind each workout exercise so that not only I know how to do it correctly but also which muscle group(s) he wants me to focus on. 4. Joey knows exactly when to encourage me to challenge myself and when to let me take a break. 5. Joey is super approachable and he has a great sense of humor! Feeling good about myself and motivated to challenge myself to another level, I have already joined Joey's Fitness Challenge in January. If you are looking for a personal trainer, please give Joey a call. It'd be the best New Year gift to yourself because you deserve the best!

I have been training with Joey 4 times a week in both morning group classes and private sessions…read morefor over a year. As you can see from the before and after picture, my body has completely transformed. Not only that, I'm feeling happier and more energetic everyday. I found Joey two years after I gave birth to my second baby. Different from my first postpartum experience, the journey of losing weight the second time was a lot harder than the first time. I guess aging started to take a toll on my body, too. Intending to quickly get in shape, I first resorted to what I was familiar with - dieting, intermittent fasting, moderate exercise (mainly cardo such as jogging and swimming), but I just didn't see my body change much. Around that time, I started doing research and gradually came to conclusion that I probably needed strength training to build muscles, so I can develop a faster metabolism that will benefit me in the long run. I interviewed a few trainers and finally settled with Joey. One year later, I can confidently say I'm in the best shape of my life and I have only Joey to thank for. Here are a few things that really set Joey Speakes Fitness apart from others. First, Joey's integrated approach is sensible, balanced and conducive to his client's long-term health goal. He doesn't sell you a quick fast-loss scheme that's either unrealistic or comes at the expense of your long term goal. He's there to build you as a person from the get go. From the very first session, Joey has emphasized on building a sustainable lifestyle so not only can I lose fat efficiently but also maintain my progress. He has been advising me on the exact calorie intake and macro nutrients percentage. He also emphasizes on a balanced diet which includes healthy carbs and healthy fat. I used to try to cut sugar completely out of my diet and I was MISERABLE. Now I'm eating healthy and also eating what I actually like to eat, never feeling deprived. Though his gentle approach focuses on the big picture and long-term benefits, it still has delivered great results. So far, I've dropped all my baby weight and have become leaner and toner than ever. Also, I've started to develop a curve on my body. I always think I have a cute face but my body is just a typical Asian girl's body, square and straight, with lots of skinny fat, but I guess I was wrong. I could actually have some attractive curves, too. :) Second, Joey actually pays attention to you and gives really clever cues. You may think, duh! Of course a trainer pays attention to his clients. Let me tell you! No no. That's not true at all. At my previous gym, you often see trainers check their phones or pretending watching their client's moves while their mind is somewhere else. Joey is different. He actually cares. He watches your every move closely and makes sure the correct muscle groups are being engaged. He notices when your knees go inward instead of pushing outward. He corrects your back shoulder curve when it's flat. He often asks me "where are you feeling it?" If my answers show that I'm not engaging the right muscles, he would stop me, having me try something different on the spot until I feel the right muscles and then go back to the original exercises. Also, his direction cues are on point. For example, he would ask me to push the soles of my feet down firmly to feel my hamstrings. I think his clear explanations derive from decades of experience in the fitness and sports field. It really shows in the gym. Last but not least, Joey makes working out extremely fun. Training with Joey is like opening a box of chocolate. You never know what kind of exercises you'll get for that day. He mixes cardio with weight training, boxing with jump ropes, disciplines and encouragement. For his group classes, you see sweat, but you also hear laughter, lots of it. Girls are simply having a great time working hard. Before Joey, I used to do the "7 minute workout" series at home but it was always a drag. Time felt passing slowly, too slowly. But the experience with Joey is quite the opposite. Usually, when he tells me "this is your last set", I feel disappointed that the session is almost over. Time really feels like flying when I train with Joey. I know I've written a lot and I'll stop here. :) If there's one thing I want you to walk away with here, it's that the most valuable assets we have in life are our body and our mind. I do lots of meditation for my mind and now I'm investing in my body. Please give Joey Speakes Fitness a try and training with him can be one of the best gifts you can ever give to yourself.F

When The "Safer At Home" directive was issued to the city of Los Angeles to stop the spread of the…read morecoronavirus, I had just left my former gym and needed a new place to exercise. I was fortunate to have won a 90 day membership to 1A Fitness. Although all gyms in the city where ordered to close for in-person workouts, 1A Fitness was offering an at-home fitness challenge. The gym owner, Kevin was very proactive and adaptive to all the changes taking place during the quarantine. He instituted an online program that provided multiple classes to be taken via Zoom. Regardless of your home gym equipment, one could take part in the workouts. Kevin along with his fellow coaches divided up the 1A Fitness members and made sure to check in weekly on our progress. Kevin, Monica, & Justin made sure to see to it that we were all exercising daily, eating properly, hydrating, and getting enough sleep. As the pandemic wore on into the spring and summer, Kevin slowly re-opened the gym to accommodate up to four members in the gym at a time for one hour classes. Each member was given their own space & equipment to exercise with. As conditions improved, Kevin opened the parking lot for outdoor workouts with the same standard of each member having their own workout space and equipment. At all times, I always felt safe and confident in the environment that Kevin fostered. He made sure all members had properly cleaned equipment to work with and that the gym was kept clean too. I especially appreciated the fact that Kevin took the time to get to know me and my goals. I always felt confident in his instruction and the workouts he programmed. Although I was only a member for 3 months, I very much felt a part of the 1A Fitness community and look forward to when I can rejoin the gym again.

I recently joined 1A Fitness for their 6-week challenge and have had my ass kicked every single…read moreday. The coaches, Kevin, Justin, and Monica are all amazing. They really make sure that they don't just overload you with weight. They want to make sure that your form is correct and will size you up with their recommended weight. A typical workout at their gym will include a warm-up (that'll make you feel like it's already a workout...lol), a strength portion, and a metcon (metabolic conditioning). Classes will run about an hour. Another great thing to mention is that their classes have no more than 8 students per hour. They have classes at 6am, 7am, 8:30am, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, and 7pm. Location is also great as it's located right in the heart of Downtown Arcadia! If you're looking for a gym in the area, definitely give this place a try!

Mark is fun, funny, kind, motivating, skillful and super solid in his fitness knowledge and…read morecoaching experience - exactly what I want and need from a trainer. I've never liked gyms but I love his sweet canyon vibe and 1:1 focused training that is customized for my age, body and goals. He reminds me that I'm stronger than I think and pushes me to do hard things. I feel and look better as a result.

Mark is a great coach and can help anyone on there fitness journey by focusing on you and you're…read moreneeds.

I trained with Jordan for about six months, and he really helped me get back into the grind. I was…read morepreviously an athlete but hadn't consistently trained in almost four years, so getting back into a routine definitely wasn't easy. Jordan was patient and understanding of where I was starting, while still knowing when to push me past my limits. He challenged me and helped me realize I was capable of more than I thought--especially with those step-ups . Those could be absolutely brutal, but he always got me through them! What I appreciated most about Jordan is that he works with what you need rather than giving everyone the same type of workout. He's open to all kinds of training and keeps things challenging and different. Whether it was strength, conditioning, or trying something new, he always found a way to help me get the job done. If you're looking for a trainer who is understanding but will still push you and hold you accountable, I definitely recommend Jordan. I'm grateful for the six months I trained with him and for helping me find my way back into training again!

Blue Ribbon Fitness is AMAZING! The personal training is challenging, motivating, and tailored to…read moreYOU. Jordan truly cares about your progress and pushes you to be stronger, healthier, and more confident. I highly recommend Blue Ribbon Fitness

Sealey Strength is a gym and fitness club whose goals are to inspire, motivate and elevate gym…read moregoers. It's massive indoor facility, equipments and friendly coaches are great. This is the best gym in the area. Overall, I think it's a great fitness club with friendly environment.

Sealey Strength has been my home gym since 2018. I now live 45 minutes away (with traffic) and I…read moremake that commute happily. I feel safe, confident, and have made lifelong friends here. Aaron and his team has gotten me through tough times - paused my membership during Covid and when finances were hard, but also celebrate my wins. I've been to two national meets with the weightlifting program and have added tons and tons of personal and sport PRs. If you're looking for a weightlifting program that is challenging, but welcoming to any new weightlifter- it's here. Come say hi!

I have been coming here for a year with the best trainer Emma!! I became a mom of two a couple…read moreyears ago and was seriously out of shape. I really wanted more energy to be there for my kids and to just feel better about myself. The second pregnancy did a number on my body and I was looking for someone who could help me restore my body and help me get strong. Enter Emma! She is patient and caring and I have never felt better. She is encouraging without being overly pushy and she understands your limitations. It helps that she has an excellent sense of humor and is fun to be around. Seriously Emma changed my life!! I also really like this gym. It's friendly and inclusive. It's a neat little community with all types of people of all ages and sizes working out. Seriously. Go train with Emma!! You won't regret it!!

I turned 71 last year and decided to make an investment in my future health. I've had some low back…read morepain for 10 years and had never gone to a gym or worked out with a trainer. I found the perfect gym to begin working out with a personal trainer Brian. The goal was to increase my core muscles, maintain flexibility and protect my back from future injury. Brian has been great to work with, always observing and correcting my form. I feel stronger over the past year and my back feels better. When I'm there for my twice weekly workouts, there are usually a handful of trainers working with their clients. All the trainers work together in sharing the space and equipment. It's a comfortable and motivating environment to train in.

10/10 Coach Gibbs has been an inspiration throughout my…read morefitness journey. He has been there with his knowledge and dedication to helping people achieve their goals. He is someone who will be there when it gets tough and inspires you to succeed. Not only is he supportive but he is passionate about his craft, that is rare these days. Truly can say one of the best personal trainers I have met.

I've been training with Christian for over two years, first when I joined a commercial gym and then…read morewhen he launched his own personal training business. Before training with Chris, I was never into the gym scene and had no idea how to "work out." Thanks to him, I've learned to love working out and have gained significant strength. I went from being unable to lift even 5 lbs to confidently bench pressing and doing barbell squats! Chris has been an incredible trainer, always upbeat, encouraging, and helping me push myself further. If you're looking to lose weight, get fit, or just make some serious gains, I highly recommend training with Chris!

I really can't say enough great things about this gym! It's got such a friendly/family vibe and i…read morereally gained so much knowledge by going here. All the coaches go above and beyond to help.I went in not knowing anything about lifting and they were all so patient with me. It's honestly by far the best workout/gym I've ever been too! You won't regret signing up here

Best gym ever and I don't say that lightly!!! I've been to numerous gyms and studios and there's…read morenothing like it. It is extremely customizable, personalized, and tailored to your needs. The coaches work very hard to make sure you're challenged but don't push you beyond your ability level. They are super kind and supportive-thank you: Hank, Jason, Lili, Lisa, Peter, Ryan, Sean, and Sonia (in alphabetical order)!!! The cost is very reasonable for the level of services you receive (there are several options to choose from). Classes are small which means you get a lot of attention. The workouts change daily and the coaches will modify them to keep you safe. I remember my first day, it looked so intimidating but that feeling quickly disappeared. Everyone has your back-there's a strong sense of community. I can't recommend it enough!!! Challenge yourself, this gym will very likely change your perceptions about fitness. Thank you Everlong for giving me the opportunity to do things I never thought I could do.