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November 2023 by Lindsay Camp
I have trained with Denise at Fit Monkeys for about a year. She is extremely professional, attentive, knowledgeable, and cool. I had some body pain and she went above and beyond to help me get it sorted. She did research, modified our workouts, and gave me practical homework. I’m no longer in pain and when it flares up momentarily I use it as a reminder to do the moves Denise taught me. My goals were strength, stability, overall health. I believe I am in the best shape of my life because of my work with Denise. I have worked with several trainers and have never gotten this level of knowledgable support. I cannot recommend this studio enough!! If you’re looking to get out of pain, get in shape, move your body in a mindful way this is the place!!
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August 2023 by Kelli Griffis
I used Fit Monkeys for a short-term personal training course over the summer and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trainer in Carlsbad village! They were super friendly and professional, and they listened and responded carefully to my specific needs and goals. The studio is immaculate and welcoming. Even though I was only buying a four-week term, I felt they were giving me as much care and individual attention as if I had been going there for months. Great service!!
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August 2023 by Kelli G.
I used Fit Monkeys for a short-term personal training course over the summer and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trainer in Carlsbad village! They were super friendly and professional, and they listened and responded carefully to my specific needs and goals. The studio is immaculate and welcoming. Even though I was only buying a four-week term, I felt they were giving me as much care and individual attention as if I had been going there for months. Great service!!
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July 2022 by Jim Lytle
I found this place accidentally when I was getting a key made downstairs and just happen to be looking for a place to work out. Due to the fact that I am older and have several injuries I wanted some one on one specialized training. Then I found out, one of my daughters used to train with For Monkeys when she lived in Oceanside. Then my masseuse and now my wife and I both do! Small world! What I really like is the one on one personal training so as to avoid injury. It is not always easy at my age, but I have found it is more than worth it for this type of top notch training. Highly recommend!
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July 2022 by Joyce R.
I just loved working with Denise. She was so very caring and attentive ensuring that I understood which muscle groups I should be feeling, how to engage muscles and how to ensure I had proper form. She also helped me with my posture (too much sitting in front of a desk) and with various other ailments. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to get fit!!!
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October 2021 by Carole B.
Denise has basically saved my life. I went to the studio to address severe hip pain. She was able to stabilize the issue but eventually I had to have hip surgery. She prepared me so I would recover as quickly as possible with strength conditioning. I had both hips replaced with 7 weeks of each other. I got rid of my walker 9 days after the first surgery, and 11 days after the other. I have not felt this healthy in almost 20 years, and I am almost 60 years old. Denise has done nothing short of saving my life and giving me the opportunity and determination to live a better, healthier and happy life. It's been almost two years and I'll be at this beautiful and safe studio forever!! Thank you Denise and Kelly!!
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September 2021 by Julianne Adamik
I was 68, overweight and very out of shape and starting to feel like "an old lady." I was so delighted to find Fit Monkeys! As soon as I saw on their web site that they are certified in providing training for senior citizens I signed up! In just a short time I began to feel better, have more energy, flexibility, balance AND the pounds started to melt away. Denise is so perfect for me. Her knowledge of physiology and how all your muscles work is astounding! I've learned so much from her. I go 3 times a week and look forward to every session! Highly recommend Fit Monkeys!!
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September 2019 by Glenn Brown
I had an excellent experience with Kelly creating a great program to help with strengthening my core and more. Thanks Fit Monkeys.
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April 2018 by Ed Kruger
Thank you Fit Monkeys for making me feel great again. I have been working with Both Kelly and Denise for about 2 years now and I have seen a huge improvement in my energy levels, strength and flexibility. They have helped my posture tremendously, I suffered from a lot of pain before I started my personal training with them and they have helped with eliminating my neck and lower back pain. It's really been a great transformation for me to feel comfortable and pain free in my daily activities.
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April 2018 by Brianna Sha
Fit Monkeys is an awesome studio duo with Kelly and Denise! They are extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and understand the fundamentals and how to work with each individual and their needs. I'm so glad I found them! My core and posture have greatly improved since I started training with them.
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April 2018 by Caroline M Sinai
I have been training with Denise at Fit Monkey for about 6 months and notice an incredible change in muscle tone and overall strength. Denise incorporates Pilates, Yoga, Cardio and Resistance Training into my one-on-one sessions. I highly recommend Fit Monkey to anyone who is looking to take their training to the next level.
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April 2018 by Toby Kaiser-Arnett
When my Mom started with Kelly she was 77 years old. 77! She was depressed from the loss of my father and was at the point where she was unable to get around without a walker. Her back was curved from osteoporosis and lack of muscles. She was in a lot of pain. She was unable to go grocery shopping for herself and housekeeping was difficult. Her primary doctor recommended back surgery. The back surgeon said 'no', the bones were to weak. She was in a pickle. She didn't like where her life was, and there was not a medical solution. I suggested she try Kelly. Kelly had done great things for me several years prior. My mom had never exercised before. She started seeing Kelly twice a week. They started off slowly. My Mom is now 80. She lives her sessions with Kelly, and how much stronger and able bodied she is!! She no longer needs a walker, can get out of the car without assistance, and can stand up much straighter. But most importantly to her, she can go grocery shopping once again. She is now happily able to continue living in her house without assistance! Kelly is a miracle worker! She gave me back my Mom. She not only helped her regrain her strength, but lifted the depression, as well. I have now returned to training with Kelly ... working through recovery from breast cancer, but that's for another post! I highly recommend Fit Monkeys!!! Kelly is an awesome trainer!!
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April 2018 by Pamela Heidrich
Kelly, at Fit Monkey, is the absolute best! Every time I visit Carlsbad I must have some private sessions with Kelly and hopefully get a yoga class in! I feel renewed and inspired to get back into my work out routine when I get back my 'regular' life in Phoenix. I would love to workout at Fit Monkey 3 or 4 times a week, every week! With Kelly's personal assistance and friendly encouragement I get so much more out of my workout than any other program I have done. Thank you Kelly for helping me to be a Fit MonkeyðŸµ
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March 2018 by Arsenio T.
Kelly and Denise are absolutely incredible. My wife Kiki had a Hemi-Pelvectomy (hip removal surgery) and has been coming to Fit Monkeys ever since she completed her initial physical therapy. They've been able to increase her strength, mobility and endurance through an individually curated recovery and workout plan. Their services continuously go above and beyond what we could've ever expected and we appreciate the time, effort and care they put into every session we have with them. We have been working with them for a full year and see them 2-3 times a week. They are incredible and we cannot recommend them highly enough.
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November 2017 by D Lynch
Fit Monkeys is true "personal training". It is one on one so you get all of the attention. This is so beneficial because you give and receive immediate feedback on the exercise you are doing. I've been training with Denise for about nine months. She has an amazing knowledge of the body and how it works. Love, Love, Love Fit Monkey!
