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Craig Hayes
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A few months ago we Noticed a flyer in our local bakery for "The Strength Shoppe". We initially dismissed it out of hand but since my wife and I were both dealing with disparate back issues we thought that it might warrant a closer look. We both had been fairly physically active over the years and were frustrated that is spite of that were we falling into a pattern of aches and limitations commensurate with getting older. My wife had spine surgery earlier this year and I had a hip replaced a few years back. We both decided to give it a go and loved the experience at once. For me it was fun to revisit the cathartic pleasures of weight training in a safe proscribed routine that let me give it my all with out any strain and duress on my body. Usually when I lifted weights or did anything strenuous when I was younger, I always expected a 24 hour "wake up call" when my body would racked by aches and pain. There was absolutely none of that and to the contrary I found myself looking forward to my brisk weekly 20min sessions where I felt supported, encouraged and free to let loose. More than my years of chiropractic treatment, physical training, home isometrics and stretching, I by far noticed more robust sustainable improvement by going to "The Strength Shoppe". In a few months time I honestly have felt a real transformation. I had always wanted to give personal training a try and both my wife and myself couldn't be happier with the results.
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Earlier this year I started working out at The Strength Shoppe because I have a family history of osteoporosis and I knew I had to work on building muscle and bone mass before menopause occurs. I was referred here by a friend who knew how busy I was and told me that this was a workout that even I had time to do- just 20 minutes per week! I had no idea that lifting weights would not only help me get stronger, but it also helped get rid of my chronic back pain which I had previously chalked up to simply being in my 40s, or sleeping on a bad mattress (or both!) Turns out that when you strengthen your core and back muscles, the pain from straining your weak back goes away! Also want to shout out to my amazing trainer Karla- Thanks for making me stronger and for always being so encouraging and positive!
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Deborah Jensen
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Practicing strength training with Zorayda and the Strength Shoppe team has helped me improve my bone mass density T-score by one full point over two-plus years. I'm grateful, stronger, and we have fun. Thanks, Strength Shoppe!
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I am older. I have injuries. I mostly want to do things I enjoy. Strength training was not on my list, until now. I look forward to my weekly visits to The Strength Shop. The trainers I have worked with all paid close attention to my alignment, my abilities and are both respectful and kind. The administration and business model are terrific, with almost no turnaround time when a response is required. I truly love this place, an added bonus is the perfectly comfortable and clean .environment
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I have been a Strength Shoppe client for more than 10 years. As a result, even though I have acute osteoporosis, I entered my 60s much much stronger than I entered my 50s, and I continue to make gains. I can spend a day cleaning out a closet or the garage - bending, lifting, climbing, reaching - and be pain free the next day. All of Melinda’s trainers are focused, conscientious professionals and great human beings. I highly recommend The Strength Shoppe.
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The Strength Shoppe provides a calm and positive environment, and well as an individualized experience. Melinda is a wealth of knowledge! I can't wait to come back!
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The workouts at Strength Shoppe are smart, targeted and effective. It feels good to know I'm taking active steps to maintain strength and longevity!
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The Strength Shoppe is life changing. I began coming to the Echo Park location in 2019. At that time, I was recovering from serious illness and musculoskeletal injury. I was so weak and constantly in debilitating pain. The idea of a gym was intimidating in my state. I even considered changing careers as my profession is very arduous. However, I love my career and did not want that; for me, that is worst case scenario. So, I contacted The Strength Shoppe and explained my situation. Owner/trainer Melinda Hughes understood my needs and was confident she could help. After my first session, I knew this was the place for me. I felt safe with the MEDEX equipment and the knowledgeable trainers. Four years later, I still go to this gym and am grateful to have found it. I have moved far beyond recovery and am stronger than ever before. Additionally, I have continued my career pain free. Thank you Melinda and crew!
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I've been with the Strength Shoppe team- Dustin, Gabrielle, Melinda, Alyssa and other wonderful trainers- for over 7 months and I've been very happy with the high efficiency workouts (only 20 min. a week) and my results during this time in gaining overall strength. What I've loved most is that I do not get cramps and sore muscles after the workout. That was what prevented me from taking on strength training as a regular habit. Strength Shoppe is evidence-based training with precise logs of the workouts and progress. I'm very grateful for the personalized and very kind attention I get during the training as well as the flexibility to adapt to any condition such as temporary injury in a certain area. Looking forward to my next session!
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At The Strength Shoppe, our clients are at the heart of everything we do.

Whether you train with us at our Pasadena, Echo Park, or Beverly Grove studios or work with your personal trainer remotely, you’ll experience a level of care and precision that goes beyond typical workouts.

Our commitment to your health and vitality guides every session—each one safe, effective, and tailored uniquely for you.

 

With private, meticulously maintained studios, as well as virtual options via FaceTime or Zoom, we offer the flexibility you need to cultivate true strength.

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With our slow-motion strength training method, your muscles move the weights, not momentum. When you are not using momentum to lift the weights, you work your muscles to a deeper, more thorough level of muscle fatigue for a complete, total body workout in just 20 minutes!

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Evidence-Based

Science shows that lifting weights slowly reduces the force on your joints and connective tissues. Working without momentum ensures you are always in control of the weight, eliminating risk of injury. Your body receives the maximum benefit of exercise when you safely work to muscle exhaustion.

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