Focus Fitness

I signed up for Ami's diet/exercise program in February 2008, after being told that my annual glucose test results put me in the diabetic range. Out of shape and not living an active lifestyle, I knew I needed help. With Ami's background (which includes a Master's Thesis on diabetes), motivation style, and (best of all) a home gym (privacy) - I knew she would be able to help me get my glucose down. Pros: Health/Nutrition expertise, motivation style, privacy more

I've been working with Ami now for about 3 months or so, once a week. I've followed Weight Watchers for my diet, but I've taken every advice Ami has given me to heart and they have all paid off. Her constant encouragement and praise have absolutely made this journey fun and rewarding! I'm about 8 pounds from my goal, but I've already exceeded my fitness goal. I can't tell you how amazing I feel and I owe it all to Ami. If you're looking for a trainer who understands individual struggles and needs, who provides support and encouragement, and who knows what she's talking about, Ami is the ideal trainer for you. I've trained with other trainers in the past, and I would never train with anyone else ever again. I recommend her to all of my friends and family Pros: Encouraging, extremely knowledgable, specific to your needs, fun different workouts, the ideal trainer! more

I've been working with Ami for a couple months now. I'm not someone who has ever enjoyed exercise but I need to get in better shape and take off some extra pounds. A mutual friend recommended I try Ami. My goal was to get to the point where I would work out on my own. I'm not there yet, but I really look forward to our twice-weekly sessions. She's doesn't tolerate a lot of whining, pushes me gently but firmly to do more, offers compliments when she sees improvement, varies the exercises so there's always something new, and has such enthusiasm that she makes me want to do the work. After this relatively short time, I am stronger and according to friends I stand a little taller and with a bit more confidence. Her background in physical therapy helps her work around all sorts of injuries and physical limitations, like the tendinitis I had in one wrist. I know I work much harder with Ami than I would without her, and I actually like doing it. Working out with a personal trainer isn't cheap, but I figured it didn't cost much more than buying ever-larger clothes to try to disguise the excess weight. And it is an investment in my health, with the improvement in my appearance as a bonus. I think Ami's terrific! more

I have been going to Ami for a few months now. She is just great - has cured pain in my hips and leg that doctors and physical therapists have not been able to address. I love the workouts - they are challenging but not impossible and I am seeing great results. I needed someone to help me get focussed and motivated again and I would highly recommend Ami to anyone looking for some help with their fitness routine. more

I've had quite a few trainers, all with excellent credentials. None of them come even close to measuring up to Ami at Focus Fitness Personal Training. Every training session with Ami is a new, exciting and very specifically targeted to my needs session. After each session I feel the best I've ever felt after a workout. I have lost inches off my waist, hips and thighs. I continue to gain muscle tone. more

Don't look any further for a personal trainer!! Ami Jampolis is on time, energetic and well-prepared. Her enthusiasm is contagious! She is informative - tells you what you're working, where to feel the exercise, what NOT to do, what to watch out for in terms of your form and execution. She is very observant and easily proposes modifications to exercises when necessary. Ami seems to have a 6th sense - she know when to push us during a training session and when not to. Her innovation and introduction of new sets and circuits keep you challenged; you don't have to worry about your workouts getting boring. She's not just for the gals, either. Ami can challenge even the most fit guys out there, too. Do something good for yourself - call Ami and get started today with your own personalized fitness plan. You'll definitely love the results because what she does WORKS! Pros: You get RESULTS!!! more

Ami is a fun trainer who creates distinctive workouts for each client. She really keeps the challenge alive and moving forward.Ami really listens to understand client limitations and concerns. How many trainers lead field trips to Trader Joe's leading the way to making the best food choices? Ami encourages me to keep my focus and stay on track. I highly recommend her! Pros: Flexible and comes to your home more

I've been working out for a LONG time and have been a member of several gyms in my life. I went to Amy to correct some very specific age-related (I'm 58) issues about posture, balance, definition, strength in my back. I'd hurt my back Jan 1st, 07 and had been to the Chiropracter many times and had been working on strengthening my abs & back muscles on my own, but hadn't solved the problem. I also had forward head/neck syndrome from sitting in front of the computer all those years. My balance was starting to go as well. After only 3 months with Amy, I've seen significant improvement in all these areas! I've become MUCH stronger. I see major improvements in my body and my confidence has improved immensely. I dropped a pants size too! Amy tailors the exercises to work with my specific issues and is constantly changing them to keep things interesting and challenging. She knows how to keep me motivated and makes the time at our sessions go by quickly. She has a great personality and we laugh and tell each other stories while we're working out. Yes, Amy usually works out right beside me or is focused on what I'm doing every second unlike the trainers at every other gym where I've trained (maybe that's why she named her business ""Focus"" Fitness!). I feel like I've not only gained a great trainer but a friend! I was definitely lucky to find Amy and Focus Fitness! Pros: Knowledgeable, motivational, fun, on-time, flexible, committed more

I started training with Ami over 6 months ago and I have discovered how much fun working out can be. Ami is a great trainer! She is enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about good health and fitness. She is knowledgeable about her field and consistently introduces new exercises to keep our sessions interesting. Ami is also dependable; she arrives on time and makes the most of our time together. more

I've worked out with many trainers over the years and after moving to San Francisco four years ago, I've struggled to find anyone REALLY GOOD. I stumbled upon Ami on some website and was sooooo lucky to find her. She really is adaptable to any problems you might have, which is a rarity because most trainers just push you to do what you sometimes shouldn't do. Ami takes what your goals are and designs your workout around them (and to what your body can do). If you are lucky enough to find space in her schedule, sign up! more

Over the years I have been a member of several gyms/clubs. Needless to say I have worked out with dozens of trainers. Ami Jampolis is by far the best trainer I have ever worked with. She is very knowledgeable about the human body. She has a great understanding of nutrition and how it works hand and hand with working out. She constantly takes classes and seminars to keep up on top of her game. She is super motivating and is a true inspiration. Ami is focused and professional with an incredible personality. She truly cares about your results and about you in general. I consider her not only my trainer... but a good friend. For the first time ever, I look forward to my workouts. more

I am a 37 year old ""weekend extreme athelete"" who still thinks he's 18. Well, my body was telling me differently every time I would go out and ride a 100 mile Enduro Moto Cross event or windsurf 15 foot waves and get worked. I had been having a lot of back paIn, an old injured ACL that was incredibly week years after my surgery and very little energy to go home after runing my business to play with my 3 kids. Wow, now that I write this, no wonder was always hurting and always tired. I figured I would finally get off my butt and do what i needed to do and instead of running to the chiropractor every week to fix my pain I thought I might try and prevent it. I started working with Ami only about a month and a half ago and we worked on strengthening my core initially and my knee, then moved on to a pretty full work out. Although Ami totally ""kicks my butt,"" it is exactly what I need so that I don't ""wuss out"" and not get the benefit. I have not been to the chiropractor for a month, I have tons of energy when i get home from work, I just rode three 100 mile Enduro Races over the past 3 weekends in a row, and I was more sore from working out with Ami than I was after the races. Oh, and I have already lost an inch or so in my waist, (nice bonus!) Pros: Brilliant, Fun to work with, incredible expertise Cons: Desired Trainer so not a whole lot of openings more

A few months ago I wrote a review about Focus Fitness and my trainer Ami Jampolis (you can see it below). In the short time I had worked out with Ami I had started to see improvements in my overall health and strength. Pros: experienced focused trainer, great energy, customized workouts more

Due to a couple of injuries, I had been extremely sedentary for the last two years and knew I had to do something to change my life. When I received Ami's email saying she was starting her own training service, I knew with her background I had my answer. I was a bit nervous, as I had never been to a personal trainer before. In addition, being ""older"" (62) and having had a number of significant health issues I needed someone with extensive background (physical therapy) that was capable of working with all ages and body types. I cannot begin to tell you what a difference she has made in my life. She started off slowly and over the past 2-1/2 months has gradually been increasing intensity. I really wanted to just get healthy and strong. Thanks to her encouragement and guidance, I already have muscles that actually show and am losing inches -- a real win/win! With her positive attitude and sensitivity to all my body nuances while I am working out; I am never fearful of hurting myself. She knows exactly how hard to push and when to back off. As I get stronger, I also feel more confident. Best of all, we actually have fun while working out. Her wonderful sense of humor and genuine desire for my success makes anything seem possible. Without question, SHE IS THE BEST!!!!!!! Pros: Positive attitude, encouraging, changes the workout every time, invested in my success more

I?ve been athletic all my life and have many ?old? injuries as well as several current musculoskeletal injuries and issues (car accident). Unfortunately, I am very familiar with chronic pain, arthritis and physical therapy. I first met Ami in 2005 when I was doing physical therapy for a low back disk problem. She was working for the facility I was attending. After a few visits, I decided Ami was the only one I wanted to work with because she was knowledgeable yet gentle. Some time after I?d ?graduated? from physical therapy, I thought about getting a personal trainer. I tried a few at the gym I belong to but they didn?t seem to understand much about chronic pain, and either they weren?t patient enough to understand, or they just weren?t knowledgeable and flexible enough to work with my injuries. Then, by chance, I ran into Ami at the coffee shop, we chatted, and I told her my dilemma. I asked her if she?d ever done, or considered doing, personal training. To my delight she said ?Yes!? So we began working together two to three times a week, on and off, since then. She has been and is wonderful! Ami was able to design a program for me that allowed me to improve my strength and flexibility without worrying that I would hurt myself in the process. I was very amazed that someone would pay such close attention to my needs; no one in the past had ever done that, and I?d had tremendous exposure to physical therapists and fitness ?experts? over the years. As I grew stronger, she changed the workout to fit my needs, and two years later she is still doing that. I have a ways to go yet, but I am determined to get back to my hiking, biking and ?mile-a-day? swimming. I can not say enough about Ami. Her expertise, technical knowledge, flexibility, accommodating programs, up to date equipment, and professionalism are of the highest quality. And her gentleness, patience, motivating spirit and personal integrity are what keep me so focused on my success. Pros: Very Knowledgeable, Patient, Great Personality, Flexible more

I have been going to see Ami for about a little over a month now, and I cannot tell you how amazing I feel! I have gone to gyms and had personal trainers in the past and none of them compare to her knowledge and expertise. The gym is always so crowded and the personal trainers I have had in the past either don't pay as close attention to what I am doing (i.e. watch body form/lifting properly), and they are not motivators in any way. Ami works closely with me, she is attentive, patient, and makes me feel like I am constantly accomplsihing something with every work out. She is also very flexible and will meet me wherever it is convenient for me. Ami also traines my mom who suffers from arthritis and she has all the background knowledge on what the correct exercises are for her. She traines her with the utmost care as if my mom were her mom. I would HIGHLY recommend Ami to anyone! more

I have been working out for a long time, but was really looking to take my workout to the next level. Ami at Focus Fitness really motivated me & helped achieve this goal. I am now in the best shape at 40 years old of my life. Ami incorporates innovative strength training using your body as its own resistance...specifically with the TRX. I'd recommend her training to anyone. Pros: Knowledgeable, professional, motivational more

If you are looking to add a jolt in your life, Focus Fitness is it. Everyone does or should want to look and feel good about themselves. Well, Ami Jampolis at Focus Fitness will definetly accomplish that goal. I have had chronic back pain for the past 5 years. I have been to the chiroparctor, accupuncture and my Dr. and could not find relief. Ami took it upon herself to help me at the gym. She showed me stretches and excercises for my back. I can honestly say that since I have been doing these routines I have been 99% back pain free. Ami also has shown and discussed with me various workout routines. The great thing about these workouts is it gets you away from the metal at the gym. It focuses on the true core and strengthening of the body. Ami is not only knowledgeable with working out she is very knowlegeable about the human body through nutrition. I am a firefighter with over 20 years on the job. Our professional not only deals with strength and fitness but also with a proper diet. One will see after only one session what positive and refreshing results will follow. Good luck with your goals because you will start to achieve them with Focus fitness. more

Ami is phenomenal. She knew when to push me to my limits and knew when to back down so I'd feel like I succeeded in a hard workout. Love her!!!! If you are in need of getting in shape, Ami is the one for you to try. more