I don't know how to describe Amy better than with the word "kickass". Amy has an amazing energy…read morethat only motivates you to do better. She helps me get back on my program when I slip up, gives me tips on how to eat better and live better, and really kicks my butt into gear. She tells you like it is (both the good and the bad), holding me accountable to myself. You can tell that she genuinely wants to help achieve your fitness goals, which helps you feel not alone in the struggles that you might face to get there. Amy is awesome!

I have been seeing Amy for personal training sessions twice a week for almost 7 years. Prior to…read moreworking with Amy, I tried various group workout classes & gym memberships...never really getting the results I wanted and never getting "into it" enough to commit to exercising regularly for an extended period of time. My friend suggested that I look into a personal trainer, and I'm so glad that I came across Amy. She keeps me honest & holds me accountable to exercising regularly, both during and outside of my time with her. Her positive as well as no nonsense attitude has helped me find my way to a healthier lifestyle that I have been able to sustain over the years. I now know that I personally needed the dedicated attention & guidance of a trainer (which you often don't get from a large group class) to learn how to properly plank, swing a kettle bell, do a push up, etc ... as well as to identify what I need more / less of in my fitness regimen to get my desired results. One size doesn't fit all. The first time we met, Amy had me tell her my goals for training (fat burning, strengthening & toning) and then she came up with a workout plan to help me best achieve them. Amy has a great wholistic approach to training ... and I've always felt that she tries to equip me, via our workouts, to best "do life", wherever life has taken me. Examples: Because I have an office job and spend most of my work hours sitting in front of a computer ... which has led to a lot of lower back pain ... she has always incorporated movements that counteract that in the custom workouts she creates for me. She trained me, a newbie runner, through my first 5k and also trained me through my first pregnancy, so that I was strong and healthy before and after delivery. And even now, as a new mom, she always likes to make sure that I can handle 35-40 pounds like a piece of cake, since I often have to carry my 4 year old, 35 pound daughter. Quite frankly, I'm better able at walking & carrying my daughter than my husband! :) Amy is super knowledgeable and a great person / positive force to just know. You won't regret working with her.

20 years in restaurants and kitchens has left my body pretty creaky and beat up. With the long…read morehours and confined work space, I was starting to get a sense of urgency around my physical health. I knew that the only way to keep working on my feet was to get stronger -- but I had no idea where to start. Being an extreme introvert with limited executive function, just showing up to a gym or public fitness classes on my own volition didn't feel like an option. Thankfully my partner and I were introduced to Alison. With Alison's guidance we've been getting stronger and more confident in our work and daily activities. Consistent weekly appointments help me stay on track with my goals and give me a sense of accountability that I just can't impose on myself. She makes sure we never do the same workout twice which keeps things interesting and never boring. I've never felt stronger or more comfortable in my body. My joints feel lighter and my back is straighter. Working with Alison has been game-changing!

Cannot recommend Alison enough. As someone who spends long days on my feet and does a lot of…read morerepetitive movements and heavy lifting as part of my work, I was always in pain. I feared I'd make things worse by trying to work out with no knowledge of how to approach exercising correctly. And, the motivation to go to a random, not-always-welcoming gym on my own simply wasn't there. Seeing all the great reviews of Alison and Truve, I approached Alison with my concerns, thinking she'd direct my partner and I to a group class or different trainer, but amazingly she agreed to work with us. We are so grateful for how she's made time to train us from scratch, and barely 4 months in, we already feel a huge improvement in our daily lives. Alison not only makes working out approachable, she manages to make it fun and practical.

I highly recommend Anne. Full disclosure, I have not worked with her as a personal trainer, but was…read morea regular at her HIIT fitness classes at the YMCA in downtown Berkeley. I looked forward to her classes every week because of her excitement for helping everyone, not matter their starting fitness level, find a way to be active, engage with the class with a variety of modifications to choose from, her sense of fun, playfulness, and creativity, and the thoughtfulness she put into planning each class. She thought of fun themes for exercises-- like creating a set of exercises that involves going to the beach, surfing, and doing burpees and starfish jumps. I don't know if the story made sense-- but it did make the exercises more fun. Anne has a spark for creativity and making activity and exercise fun. I looked forward to Anne's class every week and can only imagine that her training work is even better!

I'm been working with Anne for a few months and she is absolutely incredible. I was a complete…read morebeginner and very nervous to start working out at first and she made me feel super comfortable and excited for my work out journey. I have seen progress and it's only been about three months. She is always on time and very professional. She's also very flexible on finding a schedule that works for you. I would highly recommend Anne and I'm excited to keep working with her! I wake up every morning that I work out with her excited compared to in the past I would dread having to work out. This has definitely helped my confidence and mental health in addition to getting stronger and more fit physically.

My husband and I had agreed long ago that I was a lemon. Given a chance for injury or…read morecomplication, my body would jump at the opportunity from falls to always being in the 5% when a procedure has a 95% success rate. It was getting to the point that my husband and I were afraid someone was going to report him for abuse. After another computing/typing related flare sent me to a neurologist, she suggested physical therapy, but also to start Pilates. An active person who avidly walks and cycles daily, I'd always considered PIlates a luxury exercise, but Reform Your Body Pilates was close, soI thought I would give it a shot. It may have been the single best decision I have made for my health. In the individual assessment Sornam listened attentively to my historical laundry list of maladies (repetitive stress injuries, broken foot, ankle, wrist, breast reduction complications, back/neck problems, pelvic floor collapse, etc.). Where few others had, she saw a bigger picture emerge and began devising a treatment plan. She gently introduced me to the exercises, the equipment, and her approach in a manner that made it accessible to someone who always hated group activities or use of equipment due to lack of coordination. When I began sessions with two other clients, she was and has always been careful to modify exercises for each of us according to our bodies' requirements. Remarkably, with her guidance both in class and outside of class, many of my symptoms across various ailments began to dissipate. I grew stronger and surprisingly to me, less clumsy. In the subsequent years, I went from once a week to twice a week sessions because Sornam has kept me in motion. When I experienced another unrelated series of surgical complications, Sornam nursed me back to a state where I could resume bicycling daily. When I developed a autoimmune disorder that results in chronic pain, (I mentioned I was a lemon, right?), I began running to manage my emotions and avoid opiates. Given the sheer number of potential injuries associated with running, Sornam could never counsel someone like me to pick it up, but when I insisted, she helped me through the repeated beginner's injuries. Twice in five years, when out of town, I have dropped into a different Pilates class. These other instructors took no care to accommodate, nor to recognize the exercises that could easily cause injury even to a healthy body. I could not finish either class. They reminded me of how incredibly fortunate I am to have Sornam. Sornam is an essential part of my continued health plan. I recommend her for any lemon, as well as any other kind of fruit in the bowl. She is in a word, marvelous.

I was suffering from a debilitating back issue when I sought out Pilates. Sornam came up as one of…read morethe highest rated Pilates instructors in the area and I would soon learn why. She helped me become better aware of my posture, my core, and to carefully strengthen my body to better support itself. Working in a small trio class, I received closer attention and Sornam could correct me if needed. Highly recommend her studio if you are serious about working with a warm, knowledgeable and capable instructor, getting leaner and stronger in a safe way without injuring yourself, &/or if you would just like to maintain a conditioned and flexible body overall. Time/location restrictions (on my part) have prevented me from further sessions with her, but it was one of the best investments I've ever made. She is generous with her knowledge and I am so much better for it. Thank you Sornam!

Mind~Body~Soul says it all!…read more Finding a gym or a trainer that gets you the results you want is good but why settle for good when you can have GREAT! Better Body for many of us has created a healthy, fun, inspiring community of friends and support. From smoothie challenges to bbq's and hikes, I'm in the best shape I have ever been in. Never settling and always striving to be better. Lisa is a very intelligent woman and is fully dedicated to doing whatever it takes to get you to your overall optimal health with your commitment as well. She will help you get there while still being able to live your life without guilt, crazy diets or unhealthy pills. Being healthy is more then being skinning or getting built in a gym. Lisa has for sure created a formula that works for all different types of people. Lisa also provides awesome recipes and nutrition tips. Better Body bootcamp is my FAVORITE way to start the day!! Go BB

Why Better Body is a good fit for me:…read more Lisa is a dedicated and hardworking trainer. She brings out the 'beast' in you every time, she motivates and makes you stay committed. The benefit for me is the results I see everyday, I keep getting stronger, leaner and finer ( even if I say so myself). The totally unexpected benefit is the crop of beautiful, intelligent and strong women that have become my cheerleaders and friends. Would I go anywhere else??? Heck No!!! I just found my home here and I am in great company.

Tamar is very hospitable and welcoming. She really cares about the proper placement of things, with…read moreintegrity and much consideration. If she doesn't get it right the first time, she corrects herself. She cares about doing things right without putting anyone at risk. A tough love coach and motivator, she inspires a hard earned respect as she looks out for others, not sacrificing alignment for gains, or putting others in unsafe positions. Her work is no simple favor, she offers dependable guidance and reliable acknowledgement reminding you how much your personal goals really matter. -Cherie

Tamar is exceptional. I have worked with several trainers in my life and there is a unique gift…read morethat Tamar brings to the table, which is meeting her clients where they are. Whether you're looking to go from fit to elite or if you're just starting out for the first time, she is the perfect fit. You can see that her background in yoga, competitive sports, general fitness, and nutrition combine to offer a holistic approach to her clients that few others can match. I wholeheartedly recommend anyone considering an improvement in their fitness and lifestyle to schedule some time with her. You won't regret it.

I have worked with Joss for several years and she is incredible! I've worked with many other…read morepilates instructors and Joss just has such an amazing knowledge of the human body and can really pinpoint ways to work with you to improve all areas of your anatomy. She has a great sense of humor and is a joy to work with. Her studio is very well equipped, bright and super clean. I've used props there I've never seen in other studios. She also has an amazing virtual class she does every week and then you have full access to all the recorded videos. You will love working with her! https://root-and-limb.com/evergreen-membership/

I started working with Josselyn nearly two years ago. I was nervous to try Pilates - all those hard…read morebodies going in and out of the studio. And, I didn't know if I'd be strong enough for the Pilates moves I'd seen on youtube. I told her my fears up front and she was so kind and understanding. She reassured me I could do Pilates and we'd go at a pace that worked for me. Ever since our first sessions, I've been hooked! I have some old injuries she help me with to lessen pain and increase strength/mobility. At nearly 50 I am far stronger than I ever could have imagined I'd be! (Thanks Joss!) Not only is Joss a fantastic instructor, she is such a lovely person! Funny, kind, super smart and her knowledge of anatomy is impressive. I'm a huge fan!

Joanna is so knowledgeable! I've had the pleasure of attending her reformer classes and just now…read morehad my first private lesson with her and she was able to hear my issues/concerns and quickly create a set of very effective exercises to address my weakness. She has a great sense of humor, is warm and inviting. I never regret attending one of her classes and my body has never felt better (and there is a long way to go yet for me!)

A very long overdue review!! I started going to Joanna's classes about 2 years ago. I was new to…read morePilates and intimidated by the reformer and the practice. Thankfully I was able to learn from the best!! Joanna is not only an amazing Pilates instructor, she is incredibly patient, funny and personable - which is so important when learning. After nearly 2 year of practice, I had some 1:1 sessions. She was able to help me identify some areas to work on and give me the edge I needed to improved my practice, form, confidence, and strength. Going to class with her is the highlight of my week. She not only gives me a great workout but also makes me laugh. I am so grateful to have found her and would recommend her 100%.