I am so happy I worked with Anka! She is an amazing trainer. I started working with her when I was 2 months postpartum with my first child and in possibly the worst shape of my life. I couldn't go up a flight of stairs without gasping for breath, was afraid to take my baby on walks because I didn't think I could make it up the hills with a stroller, and I struggled to even get up off the floor while holding my baby. Anka changed all of that. I'm stronger, more confident, and have so much more mobility and muscle mass. Anka is tough in the best way and won't let you quit on yourself, while also being really thoughtful and attuned to your specific needs. I have a history of eating disorder and she took that into account when we discussed my diet and nutrition. She modified workouts and exercises for me when I was going through IVF and couldn't do certain movements while still making sure I was pushing myself within those limits. She's also just fun to workout with. It feels like hanging out with a friend while also getting a killer workout in and learning so much. I can't recommend working with Anka highly enough! read more

I contacted Anka because I wanted to start a fitness program to get in the best shape of my life for my 50th birthday. I didn't know how to build a monthly workout plan for myself or how to plan a diet around exercise and how to stay on track, so I decided to get help from a professional. During our work, I toned and built muscle throughout my entire body. I now feel stronger and more confident. Lifting weights also helps me to manage and move stress. Another significant benefit is that I feel more connected with my body, which has helped me in my goals of staying connected to my emotional self and helping me stay more grounded and present during the day. Working with Anka has been great. I really enjoyed learning about strength training from the expert and working closely with her to reach my goals. Additionally, Anka can be a lot of fun and has often helped me to lift my spirits. We even talked about relationships, and I appreciated hearing a woman's perspective without any judgment. I recommend Anka because she really knows her stuff, won't judge you, and will make training fun. She will hold you accountable and teach you everything there is to know about building muscle, losing body fat, and living a fit and healthy lifestyle. To anyone considering starting a strength training program with Anka, I say go for it. After three months, you will wonder how you ever lived without it. read more

I've struggled with my weight my whole life and was inconsistent with exercise programs. I was unable to find an approach/lifestyle that supported me getting to and staying at a weight and, more importantly, a size and look that made me feel happy and confident. I didn't want to feel like an overweight, flabby, middle-aged woman anymore. I didn't want to have a hard time walking up the two flights of stairs to my house as I got older or, like my mother, struggle to get out of a chair. I wanted more than that - I wanted to feel strong, optimistic, and confident in my body and myself. I didn't know how to get there and felt discouraged, but I hadn't given up - luckily, I met Anka! My goals were to achieve a good level of fitness and strength, lose weight, and be able to keep the weight off, in a way that is sustainable in the long term. Since working with Anka I have become much stronger than I have been in years, and I've lost almost 20 pounds. I fit into my favorite pants that were patiently waiting at the back of my closet. Even better, I've treated myself to new clothes - pants and tops in a size I haven't been able to wear for so long. Most importantly, I have enjoyed the work and felt a level of satisfaction and accomplishment that has really built my confidence. I feel much happier and more energetic overall, and I have not had to starve myself or work out like a maniac along the way. Unlike diet regimes I've tried in the past, this process has not been stressful. I haven't weighed or measured my food. I haven't counted calories. All of that made me pretty miserable in the past and just wasn't realistic or sustainable. The approach I learned from Anka really works for me. Following her guidance I started by cutting out inflammatory foods like gluten and sugar for one month, and I felt so much better! My chronic headaches were significantly reduced, I suffered from night heat much less, and I had more energy. That's why I continued avoiding these foods for another two months. While I occasionally enjoy these foods now, I only do so on special occasions, like a birthday or holiday, because I feel much better when I am "eating clean". I'm having fun and enjoying the greater energy and vitality I feel. In fact, I bought weights and now use them at home a few times each week, applying what I've been learning in my regular sessions with Anka. I'm really enjoying the consistent progress I'm making. And now others are noticing the changes. Recently I saw a group of colleagues for the first time in four months, and they were amazed at how good I looked. Several asked me how I had gotten to this point, and it was great to tell them that I've been able to do this with a very positive approach. There is so much I enjoy about working with Anka! I appreciate her expertise, forthrightness, support, and sense of humor! Most of all, I'm grateful for how Anka has helped me change my mindset in how I look at myself, exercise, and this process of transforming myself. I don't have to beat myself up, suffer, or starve myself to reach my goals. I can lose weight and inches and get stronger without punishing myself for enjoying a piece of cake on my birthday. Anka holds me accountable for the work - I love that - and she does so with kindness and understanding. Anka is entirely different from anyone I've worked with before. She takes a lot of time to understand how my body and mind work - and she does that while ensuring I'm working hard in every session! She is incredibly supportive and kind and calls me on my stuff, which I appreciate. I highly recommend Anka to anyone who wants to improve their health and fitness and is willing to commit to the work. You will not only see the differences when you do, but you will also enjoy the process. It feels empowering and confidence-boosting to make significant changes, get stronger, lose weight and inches, and have a sustainable program that you can easily continue on your own. read more

I've been working with Anka Urbahn on and off now for about 3 years. I cannot day enough how this facility and Anka have impacted not only my fitness, but my mental health as well. For me, having a strong body is more of a side effect of my training with Anka... she continuously builds up her clients, which are primarily female and helps them reach their full potential both in and out of the gym. Anka puts together a full program for however many days of the week you would like to train and makes them accessible to your particular gym. I remember her telling me she went to one of her clients apartment complex gyms to see what exactly she could write into a program! She also tracks hydration, body fat %, flexibility etc... essentially all those cool details you get into as you progress further and further with your training. I would highly recommend Anka to anyone. read more

I have spent my whole life overweight and too afraid to step into the weight room for fear of looking stupid, I would restrict myself to unhealthy eating habits and only stick to cardio machines and felt desperate as my weight went no where. When I met Anka we just clicked and I knew I wanted to start personal training and I must say it is the best investment I have ever made. In our time together she created a custom nutrition plan for me, the program was so simple and it was everything I was looking for! Every workout was very detailed so I knew exactly what to do, how much weight I should use and what the proper form looked like and the nutrition plan was very simple and precise. I was given a structure for my meals that was really easy to follow which made sticking to the plan super easy and she also made herself available to answer any questions I have about the plan and she was extremely patient, kind and supportive. Through the whole thing I felt like I had a lot structure and support which is what I desperately needed. Seeing progress come from Anka's program and my determination helped me develop this as a way of life rather than a passing diet fad. So far I've lost 9% of my body fat (from 27% to 18%), improved my posture, increased my strength substantially, I sleep better, I feel happier and my self confidence has gone way up. For the first time in my life I have been able to wear a bikini in public and feel great in it! I have found a love for exercise, weight lifting and fitness that I thought I could never have. I have competed in two Spartan Races (one of which Anka and I did together!) and found a love for power lifting and plan on competing in my first meet this year. I would happily stand on a corner with a megaphone and preach this program to the world. I feel like it gave me control of my body and of my life which is something I didn't have much of before. It was so easy and Anka was such an amazing and supportive coach through it all, I really can't thank her enough for all that her program has done for me. The best part is that anyone can do this program. I have a busy schedule with work and family but I was still able stick to the program without any issues. It takes hard work and discipline but if anyone chooses to follow Ankas program, there is no way they wouldn't see amazing results. read more

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Words can't express how legitimate Anka is in training others to succeed! Originally, when I started this journey I solely wanted to focus on losing weight. I recall telling Anka "I don't look the way I feel on the inside," and she invested her time, energy, and patience in my journey. Fast forward eight months and my life is completely transformed! I started out at 227lbs, 45% body fat! Now, I weigh 177lbs and 28% body fat. So far I have lost 50lbs working with Anka. I did it the healthy way! I eat five-six meals a day. I enjoy carbs, protein, fats, etc on a daily basis. Every 4-6 weeks Anka changes my fitness program to continue my physical transformation. It's incredibly the things she can do. Most importantly, she did one thing that will forever stay with me, she believed in me. She's aware of what you're capable of and she will bring it out of you as long YOU'RE willing to put in the effort. Never in a million years did I think I could squat over 100lbs! Never in a million years did I think I could run a mile under 10 minutes. Never in a million years did I think I could be this healthy and fit. This is the smallest I've been ever in my life. I literally stare in the mirror and can't believe the person I'm looking at because she didn't exist until I met Anka. This journey is beyond losing weight now, I'm completely in love with my new lifestyle. I'm embarking on this journey of happiness that's insanely beautiful. It's all because of her. She's a gem and I love her to pieces! I'm looking forward to the ass we're going to kick in 2017 because she isn't getting rid of me, easily. I'll stop working out with Anka when she literally says "Raven, you don't need me anymore." However, I'm not looking forward to that day ANYTIME SOON! She's worth every dollar and penny. She has forever changed my life and I'm grateful that I found her. read more

I have been with Anka for about 9 months. I was looking for someone who can help me develop muscle tone and ended up getting much more. Anka emphasizes proper form and technique; she watches closely and makes adjustment throughout the entire session. She'll explain using simple analogies that help me understand and remember. Under her training, I have become more efficient and I am learning to maximize my workouts. I am seeing results in the way my body has change. I value Anka's deep knowledge and appreciate her willingness to readily share all that she knows. I love that Anka is in amazing shape herself. When she demonstrates an exercise for me, I can see clearly the muscles that are/should be working and I am inspired to do the same. I love that she is direct and no nonsense, yet have the biggest heart and so very supportive. I am grateful to have found her. read more

Having struggled on and off with anxiety and depression, I decided I wanted to get more physically active and stronger in my body, in part to interrupt my old patterns of overwork, worrying, and getting stuck in my head. I used to be much more active, but stopped after an ankle injury that had also left my body lopsided from compensating for the weakened ankle. I was feeling frustrated that I wasn't more active and not very strong, and this colored my overall confidence in myself and in my life. It was time to make changes so I googled "body positive personal trainer for women" and found Anka! Anka balances supportiveness and discipline in a helpful way. She's no-nonsense and I know that she does this work because she genuinely cares about her clients and wants them to be happy, healthy, and thriving. She pushes me to work hard, and I also know that she has my back and is rooting for me. I feel stronger and more balanced in my body, and I've definitely gotten some complements recently on my fitness level! I would recommend Anka to anyone who feels like they have an inner badass that has been waiting in the wings for their chance to shine! read more

I have been working with Anka for almost one year. After training for over 25 years, some of that time with other trainers, I thought I knew everything there was to know about fitness and my body. Wow was I totally wrong! After training with Anka, not only did I learn a variety of new and innovated exercises, I learned how to redo all the old exercises I thought I knew but turned out I was doing them completely wrong. Anka had a bold suggestion - hit the reset button! She suggested I start from scratch to undo all the poor form and body posture - this time train with proper warm up, stretching and perfect form. I'll admit, at first I was a little frustrated as I felt like I was going backwards. However, Anka had a plan, and after several months the light bulb went off and I realized why she did what she did. Not only did I get back to where I was physically, I surpassed my expectations and saw my body change in ways I never thought possible. Plus, all the pain I experienced from training on my own were now gone as now I was training with safe form. When you work with Anka, you have her full attention, not only during your training session, but anytime you have questions in between. She gets to know your body and your mind, which enables her to come up with a realistic plan that you will not give up on. Finally, Anka knows as much about nutrition (eating properly and timing for your meals) as she does about training. She offered amazing meal plan tips that further peaked my performance and supported my physical goals. Anka can adapt to any level of experience and any level of goal. I would strongly recommend her to any of my family, friends and acquaintances! read more

I've been a dancer for 16 years, training in a north Indian classical dance style called Kathak. It's a highly rhythmical dance full of rapid-fire footwork and swift turns as well as grace and beauty. So I was pretty fit and flexible when I met Anka. But I needed help to get in even better shape. I was about to perform my first full-length solo dance performance -- a 90-min tour-de-force of dance and live music with 7 pounds of bells around my ankles. It's an intense cardio workout with an audience watching! So you can imagine why I needed an extra push to improve my core strength and flexibility. Working with Anka has been a total blast! She is a transformative coach and I could feel my body changing on a weekly basis. As a dancer, my body is my instrument. I feel like Anka's super-focused work is helping me to further tune my body and my mind. My core strength and flexibility have improved dramatically. My dance movements are cleaner, crisper, and much faster. And I'm more mindful of what I eat. Anka designed a custom nutrition plan for me that really understood my needs as a dancer. My energy levels have gone through the roof! Anka is amazing, and I recommend her to anyone who wants to transform themselves and have a kick ass body. She's a force and you'll sweat like a demon, but if you're willing to do the work you will definitely see the results. I was just a dancer before working with Anka. Now I am an athlete! read more

Like many women, I spent years trying to lose weight with inconsistent results. I tried eating differently, doing tons of yoga and cardio, lifting weights--stuff that took a lot of planning and research but didn't always pay off (and I was never really sure why it worked when it did). I didn't stick to one program for more than a few months, and right before I met Anka, I stopped feeling motivated to work out altogether. I'd finished a half marathon the year before, which turned me off cardio completely. I thought about powerlifting, but there wasn't a proper squat rack at my gym, and I definitely didn't know how to do it correctly. I was pretty confused when it came to getting in shape. My eating schedule was also way off. Most of the time, I'd skip breakfast, eat lunch, not have a healthy snack ready to banish those mid-afternoon hunger pangs, then eat a HUGE dinner. Unsurprisingly, I had wildly inconsistent energy levels during the day. Everything just collapsed into this feeling of low-energy and dissatisfaction. I felt stuck and lacked confidence, both with dealing with work and getting in shape. Then I found Anka, and everything just fell into place! In the past, I hated how inefficient and time-wasting it all was, but with Anka, I could see and feel clear results almost straightaway. There were so many things I didn't know how to do (deadlifts, Turkish get ups) that come so naturally to me now, and I LOVE that Anka challenged me with new things like handstands and hang cleans that I'd never have attempted on my own. My favorite part is that Anka switches up the program every few weeks so my body keeps improving, and I never get bored. Before seeing Anka, it would've taken me hours to figure out a new routine, when ironically, I could've spent those hours in the gym. As for the results... - I've gotten a lot stronger and more in tune with my body. Before, I'd do yoga because I just assumed I should, but now I can actually feel the parts of my body that benefit. - My friends, boyfriend, and family have noticed the difference in my musculature, which is cool - I feel much more confident, not just about my body but in general. I switched jobs a few months after I started working with Anka and previously, I would've used this stress as an excuse to stop working out. With Anka, the opposite happened. I feel more energized at work and more comfortable juggling a lot of projects at once. I'm also doing art again! I'm hanging out with my friends more! I take better care of myself! - This is a big one for me: I'm more relaxed about eating. Before, I'd fluctuate between opposite ends of the eating extremes, either over-restricting my diet or stopping caring entirely, which was stressful and demoralizing either way. I'd visit my parents for a weekend and eat all the food they piled on me, and then feel terrible the rest of the week. Now, I'm okay with indulging every once in a while because I have my kitchen stocked with healthy meals and snacks for the rest of the week (and a whole workout plan ready). That's super helpful, especially since I eat out regularly with my friends and boyfriend. If you're reading this and need motivation to keep to a fitness program; if you don't want to waste time or mental energy to put your own plan together; if you get bored easily; or if you just want to stop stressing and be better all around--with your body, your mental well-being, your career, your relationships--I definitely recommend Anka! Working with her will give you a long-term fitness plan that's actually sustainable, workouts that change often so you never get bored, and a huge mental shift in how you think about your body and eating. For me, the greatest benefit is feeling much less stressed about working out and eating better. I can feel myself caring less about weight loss and more about what I can actually do with my body. This has given me so much more energy to focus on things like building up my career and growing my other skills and hobbies. Anka is the best! I honestly couldn't have done it without her. read more

It's simple. Anka is the BEST. My goal was to welcome my next decade into my 50's as strong as ever and to finally rock that mini! Anka gave me so much more than that..yes, I was on my way to achieving my goals when life happens...I was rear-ended which forced me to temporarily abandon my workout plan. I wholeheartedly credit our training regiment for not only helping me to manage life's hiccups but for also having the physical and mental strength to weather my whiplash injury. During our time together, Anka helped to make me strong...I could feel it and I could see my body changing (in the right direction!) and, I had more energy, I slept well, I just felt better..all thanks to Anka. Don't expect to call it in, you will work and you will change your diet (if nothing else, just remember, protein is your friend) but, I promise, at some point you will have that 'aha' moment and realize how attainable and worth it, it all is..and, more importantly, that you have someone that cares and wants to see you progress and reach your goals. I'll be back. read more

I have had an amazing experience training with Anka. She is motivating, thorough, and works hard at helping you work hard. Background: I travel constantly as part of my job and often do not have access to a real gym. I was looking for a personal trainer who could help me with my situation, to create a program and learn exercises that might only require dumbbells and/or bodyweight. I am an ex-competitive dancer so I was already relatively healthy and was familiar with physical fitness. I met Anka through Diakadi and she has helped me to not only create a custom program with new and innovative exercises that uses dumbbells, body weight, and aerobics, but also work on my flexibility (my personal weakness that has hindered my progress in competitive dancing) as well. Results: After 8 weeks with Anka, I could feel a difference in my posture, stability, and confidence. I am 10 times more productive in my workouts even in a limited environment such as a hotel gym. Anka showed me proper form for all the exercises and made sure I did them correctly. What also impressed me was the variety of exercises and workouts that she is able to put together which helped to keep me engaged and excited every time I went for a workout. My flexibility has also improved because Anka has helped me identify particular stretches that I can do consistently to get better. I have also returned to competitive dancing, and have noticed how much my strength, stability, and flexibility have improved. read more

I have never been a dependent woman, and yet there was a period not long ago when I became dependent due to a serious injury. An injury that left me separated from my independent, strong identity and struggling to ask for help. I needed to not only recover physically, but to restore my confidence in my physical ability. I was not looking for a typical "gym"; those can be found anywhere. I didn't want an environment that was intimidating or focused on socializing and preening, but one that was inspiring and dedicated to fitness, and needed a personal trainer to help me on my journey. Anka is a perfect match for me. She is extremely knowledgeable, educates me (how to do exercises correctly and in proper form, always proper form!), and continuously challenges me (kicks my ass and keeps pushing my ability). She is empathetic to life's stresses, but is also no nonsense. She's a tough cookie, but has a big heart. I sit up straighter, I walk taller, I feel my physicality like never before. My goal was to feel stronger, have more energy, and be more fit. Thanks to Anka I am strong again! read more

Anka had changed my life. I first came to her through the typical avenue - I was a bridesmaid in a wedding and I wanted to loose 20lbs in 2 months. I was surprised by how approachable she was. When I walked her through my daily routine, she explained to me that 20 lbs is doable but that A) its extreme and not the healthiest route to go and B) The overall idea of a trainer is to build a healthy lifestyle, to where you find yourself doing the routines on your own. In working with her, I found both to be very true. I lost the 20 lbs with Anka's help and so I kept working with her, even after she moved on to another Gym. Diakadi is a bit of a trek for me but she's worth it. I specifically make the trek because I walk into our sessions stressed and tense and I leave with a smile and feeling a plethora of energy. It's now been 7 months, I've lost 40 lbs and it's all been with Anka's direction, not just through exercise but nutritionally as well - I NEEDED HELP! If I have questions she answers within an hour. If I have an idea, she helps me explore it with her knowledge and she's definitely a no nonsense type of trainer where she will push you to push yourself and will expects you to be accountable because she herself holds herself accountable to provide you with the best service. I would recommend her to anyone who is truly serious about making a lifestyle change. She makes it fun, SO FUN, and doesn't make it feel like exercise - this is actually what keeps me coming back! read more

Hiring Anka to be my personal trainer was one of the best decisions I've made in my work-out journey! Before I trained with her, I've worked out on my own for so many years. But, due to the stresses and pressures of work and life, I've let things slip and had lost sight of my fitness goals. I didn't work out regularly anymore and did not pay attention to things I ate...I simply couldn't stand the lifestyle I was living anymore. I then realized working out on my own didn't get me the results any more and something had to change. I found Anka through DIAKADI. My gut told me I've found the trainer for me when I first met with her, who is serious about being a trainer and who would motivate me and push me to achieve my goals. Fast forward ten months and my life is completely transformed. I started out at 135 labs and 30% body fat! Now I weight 112 labs and 21% body fat!! Not only that, with Anka's help, I've developed a balanced and easy-to-maintain meal plan. I consistently eat better (a lot less sugar, more protein). I felt I've become a new person. Training with Anka at DIAKADI, I've learned a lot about doing exercises correctly and effectively - things I wasn't able to do on my own. I now know how to train properly. Anka also taught me how to eat better, which is a key aspect of me. I've always have been a foodie. I don't have to give that up but just learn to eat better. Anka encouraged me to track my food intake regularly and kept talking to me about what to do better. She kept me motivated and held me accountable. I think Anka really has some magic power that she could bing it out of your best capability as long as you are willing to put in the effort. She believed in me and encouraged me to believe in myself too. Achieving that sense of self-belief was the coolest thing about working with Anka. Thanks to Anka, I feel stronger, leaner and lighter than ever before. I've changed my life style. My goal for 2017 is to continue this new improved lifestyle and continue to work out regularly and eat better consistently. I'd highly recommend Anka as a personal trainer. she's worth every dollar and penny. I am grateful that I found her. read more

I trained with Anka for 2 months last year. I have practiced yoga since 2000 and was not comfortable or knowledgeable in a gym. She was able to help me condition for snowboarding and work on strengthening muscles to alleviate back & hip pain. I also tracked my food, sugar & alcohol intake and was surprised by it. I've permanently cut drinking OJ in the morning and still do the resistance bands for strengthening my glutes. Anka is inspiring to work with and makes it fun. Diakadi is a great place to work out. read more

I've grown up living a pretty active live being a professional dancer for almost 20 years and then making the transition into running several years ago. I moved to the Bay just over 4 years ago and found it was hard to maintain the dedicated fitness/ gym routine (hello elliptical! ha) I had going in Chicago. I went from training for a marathon, to practicing yoga daily, but still didn't find something I was passionate about and wanted a change that would challenge me physically and mentally and be one I wouldn't get bored with. I've never struggled with weight but knew my body was capable of so much more and I wanted to take a more proactive role in improving it by building strength and being aware of what I put in my body and how it affected me. That's when I found Anka - I was not only impressed by her appearance (so buff!) but really appreciated how direct and supportive she was, even in our initial conversation. She holds you accountable for the change you want to see and she really knows how to use tough love effectively - and that's exactly what I needed. Anka is extremely knowledgeable in how a female's body works and how it responds to strength training and nutrition. She has been over communicative in telling me the changes I should expect and the feelings that come along with those. And she's never been wrong. She is motivating, shows you exactly how a movement should be done - and empowers you to do it on your own the next time around. I've gained more confidence in my knowledge around strength training and my body and I really value that. My body has definitely changed with Anka and it's the FIRST time I've ever felt changes in my body in such a major way. I've been working with Anka for about 8 months and my arms, back, chest, butt (!!) have noticeably changed and just last week, I was in a bikini in Vegas and my sister goes, "Whoa Erin, you have abs now!" and that's 100% due to Anka's program and nutrition guidance. I don't think my body is perfect and probably never will but I can honestly say that this is the first time in my life that I've ever felt close to that feeling. Getting fit and maintaining consistent eating is not easy but with Anka's expertise and guidance, real change is possible. I didn't have weight to lose, I really just wanted to look more fit and lean and I've definitely achieved that by working with her and can't wait to continue to. read more

Anka is amazing. She is inspiring and very knowledgeable about fitness, nutrition, but most importantly for me body mechanics. I started working with her about 1 year ago after working with another trainer who I worked with for many years but retired. Anka has made me aware of various issues with my movement, etc. that are result of inherited skeletal issues but there are ways to correct them to avoid problems. She is the first person to bring this up and it was confirmed by the specialist foot orthopedist at Stanford which I consulted after years of getting bad advice from two podiatrists. We have worked hard on correcting the body mechanics and also on my weight lifting form and general strength. One result of the inherited skeletal issues and many years of playing tennis was a very severe bunion. Anka and I knew that surgery was going to have to happen sooner or later so she also helped strengthen areas and work on balancing on my left foot since I would need those during many weeks of crutches. Surgery was yesterday and the ease of using crutches and an iWalk (which requires a fair amount of balance and core strength) as well as being able to move my right leg out of the way with the pins touching the floor if I need to get up from the floor like a Turkish get up has been a god send. I owe the peace of mind of having better mobility to Anka. I know that in a few weeks once I can start working my upper body and core that Anka will have a plan to ease my rehab too. I have also witnessed what she has done with other clients regarding weight loss, confidence gaining and general body image. You get what you pay for so if you want a holistic trainer that will help you not only with health and fitness but with your confidence and make you a happier and better person, I highly recommend that you hire Anka. The money you pay her for her expertise will pay dividends in the quality of your life. read more

When I first moved to San Francisco, I had been living and working in Beijing for 3 years. I saw the move as a chance to renew my commitment to wellness, both inside and out, and to turn around what 3 years of hectic work schedules and a polluted environment could do to one's body. While I had always been fitness and health conscious, I really wanted to do it right this time--few things are more important than investing in something that I hoped would have long-term impact on my wellness, both mentally and physically. After some research I found Anka--I saw her profile (she both looked and sounded BADASS!) and I knew immediately that she was the trainer that I wanted to meet first. I wanted someone who was going to be just as dedicated and passionate as I would be. I've now been working with Anka for over a year, and it shows! Physically, I've not only lost body fat and gained muscle, but I am also eating better, sleeping better, and feeling better. I've learned to listen to my body, to respect it, and to treat it well! Mentally, working with Anka has really taught me to be patient with myself, but still demand that I push myself as hard as I can and still have fun doing it. Most importantly, she's helped me gain a new sense of confidence and empowerment. On a session to session basis, I almost always walk away from each session having learned something new (I've even been able to teach my ex-professional athlete boyfriend a thing or too!) Without a doubt, being able to train with her is often the highlight of my week! read more

I went into my first session pretty much with no expectations but quite nervous; I always thought personal trainers are just for badass workout people. But Anka was awesome and super approachable. During our first session she took the time to find out what level I was and then she motivated me to consistently but safely push my limits. Anka put together a great training program for me, took photos and videos during our sessions so I could learn from them and see how I progressed, and she helped me with my nutrition and informed me about supplements. With Anka's help I improved quickly, I started to feel and look better and I became comfortable and confident in the gym and was no longer afraid to work out next to others. And her cheerful nature made working out a lot of fun. I always loved coming to the gym to see her. I probably would still be working with her if I had not moved away. I would immediately recommend her to everyone I know. read more