This review is over due. I met Sophia over a month ago (July 2018) and she has changed my life. After two kids, over 10 years in the service and 5 years of civilian life; Sophia has not only instilled a good nutrition for an everyday life, but she's established confidence that neither I or anyone around me has ever seen in me. Sophia's enthusiasm for a better life is contagious. She pushes every boundary and reminds you why you contacted her in the first place. read more

Called to schedule with her, she's no longer here but quickly referred to another local trainer. Thanks for the help!!

I can't say enough wonderful things about Sophia. She's completely changed my view on fitness but also myself and my body. She's the ultimate hype woman without being annoying. Sophia is just authentic in everything that she does. I have back problems and feel so safe with her. It was one of the reasons I sought her out in the first place, I know her impressive resume includes training people of all ages and with injuries. Sophia is the only trainer I've had that actually makes working out fun - to be clear I am not a workout person! She'll tailor workouts to how you're doing that day, any soreness or pain. I've also legit had mornings where I've said "hey, I'm in a funk fyi" and she just rolls with it. She's made me understand the importance of and fall in love with weight training. I love my progress and how strong I have become as well as leaner. Sophia cares, so insanely much, about all her clients and I couldn't feel more blessed to have found her and that I get to see her every week. read more

We tried a number of different diets and Sophia's produced the best results! The key was a simple grocery list and meal plan that you can stick to. Also, her attention to your progress was amazing. Highly recommend Sophia! read more

I trained with Sophia during my entire pregnancy and she is the reason why my labor and delivery was so easy and painless. Right after I delivered, my body quickly went back to normal. She is not only a knowledgable trainer, she is also an amazing friend and listener. She always checked up on me everyday and made sure I was doing okay and DRINKING LOTS OF WATER!!! I can't wait to train with Sophia again!! read more

Finding Sophia has changed my life and she will change yours too!! Sophia is personally invested in the progress of each of her clients and you will see results! I have been working out with Sophia for almost three months and have already lost 20 lbs! She is incredibly motivating and keeps you accountable to your goals. During each session weight, inches, and BMI is measured so you can track of your progress. The workouts are personalized towards your goals and are incredible challenging. She will push you to limits you didn't know you had! What is incredibly valuable is her commitment to helping you maintain your progress outside of the sessions. She will give you nutritional advice based on your goals, and be available by phone anytime to answer any questions. This is not a see you next week relationship, she will be there for you to get the results you want! She is incredible professional, reliable, and clearly communicates information about scheduling. She's also just and incredible person and a pleasure to know and be around!! read more

Where do I even begin?!?! I don't know if words are good enough to explain how motivating, knowledgeable and inspiring Sophia is. She has been mentoring me and put me on an amazing eating plan and a work out that has truly changed my life. Every time I am tired or having a weak moment, Sophia is there (via text at times) to pick me up, encourage me and remind me of my goal. I have never met someone that leads so much by example. Her personal weight loss and fitness are reason enough to STRONGLY recommend her, rather INSIST other people use Sophia!! Be warned however, only go to Sophia if you are ready to see results!! read more

Sophia has literally changed my life. I am 26 year old workoholic who has tried for years to balance my work and physical/exercise life. Exercise has always taken a back seat for me. I travel on business, work late and have a hard enough time fitting in room for my personal life. I've had a gym membership for years, but couldn't stand going, never knew what to do with weights, barely saw results and was too exhausted to go after work. I needed a change and someone to who could really help, motivate and somewhat moniter my lifestyle. Sophia is incredible and everything i needed AND more!!! I NEVER thought i would be that person to wake up early and work out (I used to say that the people who do that were crazy) but i literally look forward to it. Sophia picks new places to go all over Santa Moncia, texts me where to meet her and always has different workouts prepped. Whether I am meeting her at the Santa Monica stairs, kickboxing on the beach, Monkey bars at Clover Park, or hill work at the Brentwood golf course-she is constantly changing it up. Once in a while we will work out at her private gym to get some weights in, and i have actually started to not despise the gym that much anymore. Sophia also has an AMAZING Body Shock Bootcamp (only $20 per class) that I now go to. The workouts are hard, but she makes them really fun! Just an example of how much effort Sophia puts into her classes, for the week of Easter-Sophia placed easter eggs all of the baseball field/pathway at Clover Park. She ran ahead of the group blasting fantastic workout music while we spotted/found and opened the eggs along the way. Each egg was filled out with a specific and different workout (there were about 15 eggs) such as sprints/pushups, starburst jumps, lunges etc. that the entire group needs to do. I have been with Sophia for three months and I can honestly say I have never felt better! I lost 23 inches, toned my entire body and am now running a 7:18 mile (haven't ran that fast since high school). I have so much energy and just feel like I finally have control of my life. I think it is really important to actually like your trainer but I LOVE her! She texts me daily encouraging me, always available if you need her input on a food option, will give you work out routines/courses to run on your own, ALWAYS available. I feel so lucky to have found Sophia and don't think I can imagine my life without her. My health is a priority now and she is worth every peny! My quality of life is better becuase I am so active and she is the reason. read more

I've worked out with at least a dozen trainers over the last 10 years and can say with confidence that Sophia is one of the best, really! I have a lot of old injuries but Sophia knew exactly how to work around them without dumbing-down the work out. She knew how hard to push me to get results, and how to keep the training interesting and motivating...that's something not many trainers know how to do. In addition to her training and nutritional expertise, she exudes a positive energy that is absolutely contagious, so, whether your looking to get in shape or you're an old pro who has hit a plateau in your work outs & need some extra motivation, CALL SOPHIA! She's not only a fantastic trainer, but she's a kind and caring person too. What more could you ask for? read more

I train my clients out of The Gym LA and Sophia is the busiest and head independent trainer there. She is an athlete, fitness competitor and a highly experience veteran trainer. Her clients all see great results. She puts get clients to work but makes it fun and engaging! read more

Not only is Sophia a person of remarkable integrity, generosity and thoughtfulness, she is an EXCEPTIONAL trainer! I have worked with several trainers in the past. Sophia excels in providing clients with positive support. Her persistently upbeat mood and seemingly boundless energy are inspirational and really help to maintain client motivation and commitment. I love working out with her - my abs get an amazing dual workout: 1) from the exercise routine she skillfully crafts, & 2) from all the laughter (Sophia is really funny!). I started working out with Sophia when I learned I was pregnant. I was interested in working out in a safe and effective way throughout my pregnancy. Sophia's professional training and experience in working with diverse clients, including pregnant women, immediately appealed to me. She tailored the workouts to accommodate the different stages of pregnancy so as to ensure safety first. I was able to stay fit (& trim!) for the entire 9mos and I felt great! What makes Sophia distinctive, and what makes her stand out among peers, is that she provides a wonderful and remarkable combination of both physical training and motivational/emotional support. These features combined ensure success: a feeling of pride, accomplishment and true joy. Sophia is supportive, motivational, radiant. Working with her is a privilege! read more

Honestly, Sophia is the best!! Sophia gave me my body back. I came to her with years of injury after racing, no current routine, and never having strength trained. Sophia really took my health/injury history and nutrition into account and created a 3 month plan that resulted in a 7min mile and no relapse in injury (which hasn't happened in 2 years). Sophia is more than a trainer, she is an incredible human being with a huge heart and a lot of knowledge to offer. This is rare combination to find- and to find it in your trainer is a huuge bonus! She offers support via email, text, and phone as well as in the gym and it proved to be invaluable. I can not recommend Sophia enough. The money I spent on training with Sophia has been the best investment I have made in years- her time is invaluable. Whether it's her bootcamp, personal training, or specific event training.. Just do it! read more

Sophia is the real deal! Don't hesitate to contact her - she's great! You'll get results fast and you couldn't find a nicer person. She makes it fun by mixing it up and she takes good care of you. I'm so happy I stopped procrastinating and went with a real pro. You deserve working out with Sophia plus she treats the whole person - food, warm up and down. Do yourself a favor. See you there! read more

My husband and I were looking for a trainer to help keep us motivated and work out but also eat right and loose a few pounds. Sophia did that, but she also did much more. Over the time we worked together, she became more than just the best trainer we've ever worked with. She made us meal plans for different phases to keep the wait coming off and kept us in check daily asking us to send photos of our meals (which totally helped with accountability), she made the workouts fun and we looked forward to going every time! She even stretched us at the end better than any trainer I've had- that prevented shin splints and all the other muscle pains I usually get with other trainers. We lost weight, got stronger, learned a lot and made a new friend! I could go on and on! Don't look any further - it doesn't get better than Sophia! read more

I could probably write a two page review on Sophia! She is awesome! I actually found her on yelp, and called her based on all these awesome reviews. Well, they are well deserved!!!! I really think that all personal trainers should have her passion and love of fitness! She is so encouraging and genuinely wants you to succeed! So so happy I have met her! She is not only a GREAT trainer, but a wonderful and sincere person! read more

This women changed my life. I went through so many not great trainers before finding her, not even realizing one like her existed. She IS the bar. I trained with Sophia for about two years and she was the Michelangelo and I her David. She helped motivate and sculpt me to basically 120% lean muscle in each arm, legs, and abs. I have never been the petite dainty type despite growing up believing that's what I wanted. Instead I learned to embrace and love what I have and worked instead to define and sculpt my curves. At some point, I was having people ask me how they could tone their legs like mine! She made me strong physically and feel so mentally as well. I avoided the gym for years before her, never comfortable with it or myself until I decided to try training and found her and inner strength I never knew I had. She'll push you, probably with a smile on her face, and maybe a slightly evil laugh too, but she knows what she is doing. Seriously. She knows. Having met her, I gained a trainer, a life coach, a role model, and a friend. We would all be so lucky to have the kind of strength, motivation, and will power that Sophia inspires. read more

I only worked with a couple trainers in the past. I didn't stick with it. I trained with Sophia and through her passion and dedication I learned I could achieve the results I had always wanted. It was a lot of work and dedication, but Sophia made it fun and kept me energized throughout the work out. I had to come on here and say thank you for helping me get in the best shape of my life! Your an amazing trainer!! read more

I had to write an update because it's been a while and now Sophia has a bootcamp! Its so awesome. She's the best! Lets face it, Its 6:30 am and I'd rather be asleep but afterward you feel so amazing and energized for the rest of the day. The park has lots of other bootcamps going around the same time and I do not wish I had some of those other trainers! I don't need to be mocked or ridiculed for falling behind the pack that early in the morning. With Sophia, you actually want to go back. You actually feel good about yourself. If someone was screaming at me, you better believe I'd stay home the next time. You're out there trying to be proactive and positive. I want a challenge for my body, not my self esteem! haha BodyShoX bootcamp is number 1 read more

Sophia is really as good as it gets. She is not only a great trainer, but she is also a great person! Shortly after starting to work out with her (which were some of the hardest workouts I've ever put my body through - in a good way), I found out that I was expecting. Being a mom herself, as well as an athlete, Sophia knows a lot about prenatal workouts too so you can be confident that you won't hurt yourself or your baby. I expect several months from now she will be whipping me into serious shape with her postnatal workouts and helping me lose any baby weight. She is very encouraging, pushes you hard, but also knows when to make you dial it back. She obviously loves what she does and it shows! read more

Sophia is the only person who ever has successfully made me love coming to the gym and exercising. She is positive and leaves me sore in a good way, and I enjoy the variety of methods she uses and how they're tailored to me. She focused on the goals that I identified, then helped me develop more goals and figure out how to get there. read more

Sophia is hands down the best personal trainer I have ever had. She is hands down the most motivating and caring person I know. She is what every trainer should strive to be. She is NOT your going thru the motions trainer where they are always looking at their watch and not paying attention to you. Not only does she pay attention but she has a way of getting you thru a intense workout feeling like you are Rocky!!!! With Sophia I have lost over 100lbs and could not done it with out her!! Her dedication to me weather it is our sessions together or her texting me thru out the day making sure I an eating good or coming up with a new recipe for me at midnight is priceless!!! People Magazine here I come !!!!!!!!! read more

By Far Sophia is one of the most exceptional trainers in the field today. She's focused & driven on her client's goals, she also focuses on maintaining a safe & environment around her clients for a functional workout & making sure her clients maintain form to avoid injury. read more

Sophia helped me get back into shape after I had my first baby. Thanks to Sophia, I was able to lose weight, feel better, and drop my cholesterol in less than 3 months. She's a great person with a great attitude and I'm so glad I found her! read more

Sophia is an energetic, caring, thoughtful, and professional trainer! She is not just a trainer but also a caring person who helps people to change their life. I started working with her about 3 months ago and that's the best decision I got in the past year. I went through lots of difficulties in my life in the past year and I thought I need an energetic fitness trainer to get in shape and to become a healthier person. I found Sophia through her good reviews in Yelp and every review about her is true. She changed my lifestyle by giving me advice on diet and pushing me to reach my maximum strength and it made me a new person with a toned lean muscle! That was what I wanted all these times. I lost 10% of body fat and 1 inch in my waist with a toned upper body muscle in just 2 months! First, I had a free consultation session with her that was amazing! Then, I purchased her packages for 1X/week including diet plans that were very helpful. She measures you and gives you feedback by texting you a couple of times during a day as well as reminding you about drinking water and fiber. I am so happy to have her in my life! She changed my life and I still continue my training with her. I decided to get my fitness certificate and Sophia was supportive and helpful! I was amazed by her caring personality who is not just a trainer but a caring friend! I 100% recommend people who had unsuccessful experience with the other trainers or losing weight to get a consultation session with her and I am confident that she will be very helpful to them! Best of luck Sophia! read more

Where do you start when it comes to describing the beauty of Sophia! I'm that girl who has tried everything and was finally at a point where I was ready to throw my last hope into personal training. I like you, researched and found Sophia. After reading the reviews and contacting her, I just knew she was going to be the answer to getting healthy and in better shape. After our first session, I knew I had made the right decision and was excited to see my body transform. She pushed me hard and talked me through life's trials and tribulations. I am truly blessed to have her in my life and hands down the best thing I have done for myself in a long time! She is an amazing woman that keeps you focused, laughing and on track to getting that dream body. Currently Sophia is preparing to move to another state. Even though we haven't been training, she still constantly reaches out to check-in and give her support. She even sent me flowers and an encouraging sweet note! I honestly could write a book about her, but just rest assure she is one of the few people you will meet that you can't thank enough for being a positive loving force dedicated to helping you be the best version of yourself!!!! read more

I was training with Sophia when I was living in LA and my body has never been the same! She worked with exactly what I was looking for custom for me. I have worked with other trainers that all say the same thing almost putting you in a category and Sophia does not do that which is why I cannot find anyone like her in the Bay Area. I unfortunately had to move up North for a job but am consulting with her via email and phone to keep up what I need to to maintain what I have gotten with her. Sophia is amazing and I would suggest anyone and everyone, regardless of your weight loss goals to work with her! I mean look at her body. That is inspiring in itself! read more

This woman changed my life. She is incredibly good at what she does and caters to each client individually. She's made me actually want to work out for the first time in my life, and inspired me to take care of myself. Thanks Sophia!! read more

With Sophia's dedication to my training and meal plans, I was able to drop 10 lbs. within 4 days. Her job doesn't just end at the end of the training session; it continues 24/7 when you need motivation and advice, she'll be there for you. I am so grateful to not only call her my personal trainer, but a great friend. read more

Sophia has the experience, much knowledge, and a huge passion to whip you into shape!!! So I dare you to take the Sophia challenge, you won't be disappointed! read more

Sophia is amazing! I am someone who never went to the gym and barely knew how to operate the treadmill. I trained with Sophia for about 4 months, and it was seriously life changing!! I learned so many new workouts, lost about 15 pounds and inches off my body (and actually gained muscle for the first time in my life). Sophia was incredibly encouraging and motivating and I could never have achieved the results that I did without her. I stopped training with her only because I moved out of LA, but I still do the workouts now that she taught me! Thank you!!! read more

Sophia ia great fun trainer who has a heart of gold.

AMAZING! That's all I can say. I have had my share of personal trainers (I'm a former athlete nearing middle age - so trust me, I've had my share). She is beyond the best. After having my first child, the weight loss experience and muscle development provided by Sophia was unparalleled. I'm also a trial lawyer, so appearance is important. Trust me, not being able to fit into your expensive suits post-pregnancy is beyond depressing. Guess what? She got me back, in record time, and is making me look even better than I did before I was pregnant. She'll work with your budget, your experience, and create meal plans and exercise regimens tailored to you so you can get the guarantee she promises. If you can commit - she'll get you where you want to be, whether you like it or not! read more

Sophia is by far one of the best human beings I have had the pleasure of knowing. I was fortunate enough to have met Sophia as a teammate on our college track team many years ago and have since worked with her in a number of different capacities from being a client of hers to running a donation based bootcamp together. She is accountable, knowledgeable, passionate and hard working. She has an incredible ability to motivate people to do more than what they think they can do. Best of all, Sophia has a very compassionate heart and is so selfless, always thinking about the health and well being of others. She will kick your butt in the gym and then text you to make sure you're drinking enough water throughout the day! Great trainer, but better all around human! read more

As far as trainers go, Sophia is top notch. She has such great energy, and is a lovely person to boot. She keeps you motivated during the work out, and picks up your spirit post session through the 'good job!' texts she always sends. Not for the faint of heart, be ready to sweat and do the work - but know you WILL get results with Sophia! read more

I have been training with Sophia for a couple years now and the results are fantastic. I used to be a soccer player and was in great shape and then decided to take some time off. When I got back in the game I was so out of shape that I contacted Sophia through word of mouth and did a training session with her and she made me feel like I could do and accomplish anything. She is very motivational and u can tell she enjoys what she does immensely. As for one of the comments, Sophia does in fact look like the pictures and if you train with her U will also see positive results. read more

I have been training with Sophia now for about six months and to be completely honest she has changed my life!!! Not only is she an amazing trainer but she also becomes such a great friend to all of her clients. She is more than worth what she charges. She goes out of her way to text me almost every day checking up on me and making sure I'm sticking to the diet plan she has devised for me. She cares so much about her clients and is just all around a great person. Anyone would be crazy not to train with her. On another note, she got me to drop almost eight percent body fat on less than two months. She's absolutely amazing and when I'm not with her I miss her :) read more

SOPHIA IS EVERYTHING. She has changed my life and has been the largest force in my life health-wise in my 28 years. I've always been naturally thin up until about 5 years ago, when my diet went down hill. I have NEVER worked with a trainer and I had never wanted to- I hate gyms and I hate working out. Well I did, until Sophia :) She's as sweet and upbeat as everyone says. She really is proof that you don't need to be a terrifying drill sergeant in order to get results from your clients. She couldn't be more supportive and motivating. I began with the following numbers: January 2014 Weight: 132 Body Fat: 27.40 2 Months later Weight: 124 Body Fat: 24 I lost 3 inches in my waist, 2 inches in my hips, 2 inches in my arms, 1 inch in my thighs, 1 inch in my calves - within 2 months. This is with having 2 sessions per week for 2 months (I also live in Downtown LA and trekked to Santa Monica twice a week just for her...so worth it). I followed her diet (which she helps you modify if you don't care for something in particular) which made the biggest difference. She REALLY helped me change my lifestyle and has been such a positive force for me (even after my sessions with her have ended!) I have continued to eat (most of the time ;) ) according to her meal plan guidelines and I have continued workout based on what I've learned from Sophia, since my 2 months with her has ended. 3 months since my last session with Sophia, I'm now 115 lb. (I have a naturally small frame) and I'm feeling healthier than ever. I love that her training continues to affect me positively, even months after our last session. I 1,000,000,000% plan on training with Sophia again as soon as funds allow. It's the best thing I've ever done for myself, she's my trainer for life. If you have ANY question in your mind about whether or not she is right for you, take her up on the complimentary session - it's TOUGH but will prove that training with her will do nothing but affect your life positively. Thank you for everything Sophia!!! read more

I found Sophia through Yelp, so big thanks to fellow Yelpers for steering me in the exact right direction. I was at my wit's end when it came to both exercise and daily lifestyle and mentality. As a recent transplant to L.A., I had found that the active life I was expecting to have was in actuality replaced with extended hours of work, longer commutes, and an always tired body and mind that made me just want to curl up on my couch and each chocolates while watching TV at the end of a long day. I didn't know how to get out of this rut and didn't think I had time to do anything about it, but I decided to try. I reached out to Sophia via email and knew I had made the right choice. She was quick to respond, reasonably priced, located in a great area, and seemed enthusiastic and professional. She offered a free trial session and I accepted. Sophia trains in a gym called Elio's Fitness for Success at Wilshire & S. Centinela. (This should be another review but here are the basics: Free parking. Small but has everything you need. It's the exact right environment to train in because it's not full of gym rats but rather ordinary people seeking to be in better shape. It has a a low-key vibe that makes it un-intimidating to work out in). From the first session, I knew I had struck gold. Sophia listened and responded to my needs, creating a boredom-free hourlong session that had me huffing and puffing and sore in all the right places. She was fun, friendly, encouraging, and although she has an amazing body, she makes you feel as if hard work and dedication can get you to an incredible body yourself. (Her: "Who's your celeb body ideal?" Me: "Uh, I don't know...." "Her: "Hm, I think Jennifer Aniston for you." Me: "Ha! Seems impossible, but sure, sign me up!!") It's been a couple of months now and after training regularly when my schedule allows, I feel leaps and bounds better emotionally and physically. I remember writing that first check for prepaid sessions and gulping at the cost. I would write it again in a heartbeat because Sophia has been worth every single penny and more. About three times a week, I meet with her for weight training, kickboxing, ab workouts, a little treadmill, etc. It's different every time, always a challenge but somehow I make it through. I throw tantrums sometimes because it seems like she is asking the impossible. But Sophia is magical - somehow she knows what I can and cannot do, and there are times I force myself to listen to her to just "try" and all of a sudden something that I never thought possible is happening and I am pushing a strong weight, or doing 20 pushups. (It was tough for me to do ONE pushup beforehand!) She takes the last 5 or 10 minutes of each session to roll you out and stretch you to prevent injuries. I have never been an athlete or in organized sports so this experience has been a true life changer for me. I feel much better about myself and find that working out with her has made my life in L.A. much easier. Beside her boundless energy and encouragement, Sophia works with my sporadic schedule and doesn't mind scheduling sessions last minute, which is awesome. Sophia also got two nearly impossible things to happen - she convinced me to drag my boyfriend in with the lure of a free session. Now, my boyfriend is a former college athlete who has since let the spare tire grow due to stress and work demands as well. He did NOT want a trainer, and was saying things like "I'm sure she's great for you, but it's just not my thing. I know what to do, and I like to workout alone." Somehow we got him in, and after an hour with Sophia, he was exhausted and yet challenged. He started working out with me (yes, she trains us together), and it has been awesome for both of us. Although he's much bigger than me, she tailors each workout to our individual needs. He has lost about thirty pounds and gained a great deal of muscle. The other feat is that she convinced me to give up chocolate/sugar on the days she trains me (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). This is from a dessert addict - I used to eat chocolate every single day. I did not think I could ever give this up & I think the sugar-free days have really helped with my waistline as well as with my mentality. Sophia is there for you as much or as little as you need - you can email her your food choices every day, or just show up and work your butt off without disclosing the pasta dinner you had the night before. I could never in a million years work out for an hour by myself at the level she keeps me going - I would just quit halfway through or workout half-heartedly, so having Sophia there to keep me moving and challenge me is the difference between stagnancy and real physical change. In short, if you are at all thinking about making a lifestyle change, call Sophia. She is the difference between feeling crappy and going through life with a renewed sense of energy and self-worth. read more

I can't tell you what a difference Sophia made in my life! I needed guidance and to really focus on effective training. I work out a ton, but I love cardio and was in need of focused strength training. Sophia is amazing. She's so inspirational, and always got me to give my best. I walked away from every workout feeling like I gave my best - and the results were obvious quickly. Sophia is a complete pleasure to work with and she goes far above and beyond to ensure you are living the life that leads to the results you want. read more

I found Sophia through Yelp and within 3 weeks or maybe less, I lost 6 pounds. I'm not done yet but she is truly amazing. I had lost 10 pounds on my own about 8 months ago and then I plateau'd . I could not get past the 136 pounds for 3-4 months. It was so frustrating....I was working out 3-4 times a week but could not lose any more weight. Once I started with Sophia she help me break the plateau and I lost an additional 5-6 pounds. She's also really funny and silly but in a great way. She's just someone that's enjoyable to be around with. Also, I love what a great mom she is as well and I really look up to her as a person. She is not only a trainer but she's a nutritionist and helps you get on track and get healthy. Sophia will always be my go to person when I need a trainer. She will be around now, when I get pregnant one day, and afterwards as well. Thanks Sophia :) read more