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My husband and I came to Jon looking for someone who was attentive to our specific needs, as I was recovering from baby #2 and my husband was managing his knee trouble. Jon has guided us through a routine that is customized for each of our needs and lets us to work out together. His approach has allowed us to push ourselves safely and he shares his knowledge and training so I’m learning along the way. My back pain is gone and I feel stronger than ever! My husband’s knees feel great and the routine has been so helpful with managing work stress. We never feel intimidated in the gym and we look forward to our workouts!
Two years ago I partially tore my patella tendon playing tennis. I considered surgery but decided to go to Strength in Balance first. My trainer Jon is an athlete and extremely knowledgeable about sports injuries, PT and rehabilitation. He put together a full program of exercises that strengthened areas of weakness and allowed me to get back on the tennis court avoiding the operation and months of recovery. Couldn’t recommend more, plus the gym is small, personal and well equipped.
I originally started working out with Jon to relieve some work stress and clean up my unhealthy lifestyle. But over the last 7 years he’s helped me: relieve chronic back pain, tone up for my wedding, stay sane during pregnancy/postpartum and discover a true love of fitness.
As a woman in my late 30’s, I’ve tried every fitness fad under the sun, but I’ve NEVER seen results the way I do after working out with Jon. We switch up the routine constantly so there’s no monotony and I always feel challenged in the safest, injury-free way. (Weight-training, boxing, ab/plank challenges…you name it.) I’m legitimately excited to work out with Jon every single time- every session is a privilege.
Jon is also a voracious consumer of health, science, rehab and fitness knowledge (well, all knowledge really- I challenge you to find a topic he can’t speak to,) which I deeply appreciate. I always feel confident that he’s steering my husband and I in the right direction re: choices to improve our quality of life in and out of the gym.
With each session I can feel myself getting stronger, healthier and happier and I’m eternally grateful.
Also- the gym has all the equipment I could ever need, great indoor/outdoor space and is really well ventilated. It’s personal and a completely safe, supportive space for anyone who’s nervous about getting back into a fitness routine or just prefers a private and judgement-free environment to work out in.
These guys are the real deal. Not some big box gym where they don’t care for you. These guys take their time to know your goals or make some if you don’t have any. The most professional and detailed service by far in all of LA. They are well trained and knowledgable about physio, food, and PT. Jon & Kevin got me from couch to 5k without me ever thinking I’d run again.
It is strange to write a review for someone who started out as a trainer and over the course of six years has not only become a friend but an instrumental partner in my personal health… but it’s time. Jon has been a constant presence through my best and my worst, through injuries and surgeries, weight loss and weight gain, heavy travel and work stress, 40-something to 50-something and has been able to walk that fine line of challenging me to push myself and listening to what I need (whether because of physical limitation or work/life stress). Because of his background working in a PT clinic he can always explain how the body works in ways that are easy to understand. From all of the long standing clients – of all ages and fitness levels – I see before and after my sessions, I know that I am not alone in appreciating his sincere desire to customize workouts to every person every session. Training is not a side gig, it’s his passion and so he strives to be the best, always learning and adding to his toolbox with different kinds of workouts and combinations. Even though I could go on, the last thing I want to share is that he is caring, funny, empathetic, and down-to-earth person, all of which go a long way with me. One practical note, the gym is super intimate, clean, and well stocked and there is almost always parking.
