Evolve Fitness & Coaching, Lafayette

5/13/13

WOWSERS! WHATTA WORKOUT!

Evolve Fitness & Coaching should have a parenthetical "aka" following it: (aka Kick Yo' A$$ Fitness & Coaching). I don't want to intimidate anyone but working out with Jennifer will really KYA! To be fair, husband and I aren't regulars at the gym (though, we're trying to start a regular fitness program) and we have only recently stepped up our level of activity.

That's how we met Jennifer: in our effort to become more fit. Sports Basement in Walnut Creek has free fitness classes from time to time (see their online schedule) and Jennifer has hosted a Basement Bootcamp class there that we've attended twice. Both times were incredible workouts. We were really excited to return and see the same instructor. The best part of the class is her encouragement. It's been a small group number when we've attended and she's really there right next to you, helping you not give up.

When you're trying to do push-up after squats and jumping jacks and your arms are screaming "NO!!!", Jennifer is right there doing push-ups next to you, telling you "YES. You can do it, Amy. Keep going." Don't try to hide in the back of the class (Casey P.!) cuz she will find you!

Her workouts are intense and require dedication and focus. We leave there feeling like we just did something awesome, and we're proud of ourselves for doing it. It's a great feeling. She's mentioned that she does outdoor classes at Lafayette Reservoir. I imagine those are just wonderful - what a great place to get in shape!