Elite Fitness Downtown — Local services in Santa Ana

I can honestly say that Elite Fitness has changed my life.

For awhile I'd been experiencing a number of unpleasant and hard-to-diagnose health issues, such as migraines, low energy, brain fog, and high blood pressure. Since joining Elite Fitness a few months ago, all of those issues have drastically improved. I've noticed improvements in my sleep quality, a significant boost in energy levels, and even a reduction in those migraines that used to plague me regularly. Not long ago, waking up early was a near-impossible struggle. This morning I woke up before my alarm, ready to tackle the day.

I wasn't sure how I'd feel about the small group training format, but I've found that it truly does provide a perfect balance of personalized attention and a supportive community atmosphere. I really like the trainers Gus and Felix. They are both not only extremely warm and friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable. They constantly have me trying new workouts I've never done before. I have scoliosis, and they are always very cognizant of tailoring my workouts to avoid discomfort or injury.

One fun aspect of Elite is their innovative use of technology. The heart rate monitoring system adds a fun and competitive element to the workouts, providing real-time feedback on effort and progress. It's a gamified approach that really works to keep me motivated and confident about the effectiveness of each session. They offer monthly tracking of body fat and muscle composition using their special scanner which is a great way to quantify progress. But again, my biggest improvements have largely been intangible.

The whole experience is top notch. They are very flexible with scheduling, which I greatly appreciate as my work schedule is unpredictable and varies every week. I've never had an issue finding an appointment time that works just by shooting them a text.

If you're looking for a gym that not only works with you achieve your fitness goals but also takes your individual needs into account, Elite Fitness is the place to be. The trainers, the atmosphere, the technology - it all comes together to create a truly transformative fitness experience....

Two and a half years ago after a car accident, a slip and fall, years of not stretching after exercising and sitting a lot at work, I began to suffer from intense low back pain that radiated from my low back to my upper back. I went to the Chiropractor and got ultrasound therapy and chiropractic manipulations. I felt relief in the moment, but the pain would come right back. I then went to my doctor and she referred me to physical therapy. I went to physical therapy, but it did not help me much. I went to a massage therapist, but I also did not get relief. After months and months of pain and sleepless nights, I went to a new chiropractor. He asked me to stop working out, recommend doing a few yoga stretches and chiropractic massages and manipulation. This provided me with some relief but when I would workout the pain would come back. About a month ago Joaquin, owner of Elite Fitness, invited me in to try Sports Rehab Therapy at his gym. I was doubtful at first since I had tried everything under the sun for my low back pain and nothing had worked. After the first session I felt great, but I still had pain. It was not until after the 3rd session that I felt no pain for the first time in two and half years. I was amazed and incredibly grateful. I sit a lot for work and had to constantly stand up or change positions to get through my busy day. I recently began working out again and I’m happy to say that I have minimal pain come back. The combination of stretches and deep tissue massages has worked miracles for my back. Joaquin has also shown me different rehab exercises to try at home to continue with my recovery, as well as being aware of my posture to minimize pain. I highly recommend Sports Rehab at Elite Fitness. If you sit a lot at work at work and suffer from chronic back pain this is the place to come. You will feel light and like a brand-new person for days. Furthermore, the gym is extremely clean, the trainers wear mask, and all surfaces are wiped down before...

Changing My “No Gym” Mentality

I decided to go back to school recently, and now I have a ton of homework and no time for anything other than work and school. About a month or so later, my clothes started shrinking. I blamed it on the clothes dryer running hot. My wife affectionally told me that it was “The Freshman 15” caused by lack of exercise. I said to myself, “WTH?! I’ve got to do something, but I’m not joining a gym. Never have, never will.” The last time I considered joining a gym, the pushy representative bothered me for weeks. If I was going to add “exercise time” to my life, I’d have to schedule it in advance, just like any other appointment or meeting.

This is where Elite Fitness comes in. I was reluctant to commit to a gym, but I had to do something. I got out of my comfort zone and started with Elite’s 30-minute Personal Training Sessions. The personal trainer interviewed me briefly to learn about my health and fitness goals. At the age of 57, I just want to be reasonably fit so that I can make it through a challenging work and school week. I started with a boxing workout focused on footwork and hitting the mitts. The trainer pushed me to finish the rounds, but not so hard that I fell over gasping for air. I also learned to throw a few new combinations. It was fun and just the routine that I needed to motivate me. I recently switched to Elite’s 60-minute Group Training Sessions where the trainer leads a small group with perfect variety of exercises. The group sessions gives me 30 more minutes of exercise time per trip to the gym. All the trainers that I have met are very easy to talk to, do a great job monitoring and guiding you through the exercise routines, and provide just the right amount of encouragement to nudge you through your reps. Given the size of the gym, it feels more like a club or martial arts studio with that “team vibe” knowing everyone there is rooting for you, while at the same time, pushing you to meet your...