S T R E N G T H - Monterey, California

Laura W. K.

I love that Strength started offering small group classes in addition to personal training! I’ve been going regularly to both morning and evening classes and have to say that Diego and Val are both really great trainers! You basically get the attention of a personal trainer at a studio price. It doesn’t hurt that the studio itself is beautiful, the equipment new, and the staff friendly. You won’t only start to feel stronger, you’ll love the process too!

Christine P.

Diego is the best! Post medical rehab, I went to Diego to further my shoulder rehab and help me get back general strength and mobility. He was able to customize my workout plan, add modifications where needed, that all resulted in me being far more strong and flexible! Thanks for supporting me so well during my recovery and giving me the boost I needed!

Annette D.

I have been doing strength training with Diego for 5 weeks twice weekly for newly diagnosed Parkinson’s Disease. I am so appreciative of the progress I’ve made. Diego works you hard and knows exactly what he is doing. I have made an incredible amount of progress and my mobility and confidence. My strength has improved dramatically. This facility is the best as is Diego.

mary M.

I am so thankful to have Val in my life! With her amazing energy, professionalism, and attitude she has helped me through The journey of a full shoulder replacement with excellent results. Her background in physical therapy and extensive knowledge in strength training were incredibly supportive in working my way back to a strong and fully functioning body. I’m so happy to work out with her in her very own studio— STRENGTH is a safe haven for body, mind and spirit!

Najia G. D.

I have been working with Val for a few months now. She is the BEST trainer I have ever worked with. She is extremely knowledgeable, patient, kind and encouraging. I loved how she organized my training sessions to get the maximum benefit from my workouts. I am gaining strength and confidence at the gym that I never had.

Jeff E.

Val offers a rare opportunity to heal and exercise in a warm and welcoming environment.

At STRENGTH, you can’t avoid noticing the exceptional energy in the space.

Val helped me get back on my feet after a severe “trauma “ that changed my life. I arrived in significant pain and with her healing, in less than 2 months, my pain is drastically reduced.

In addition to Val’s knowledge in a very wide range of physical therapy modalities, together, we took 31 pounds off in just over 30 days with her knowledge of nutrition and metabolic enhancement techniques.

Without a doubt, STRENGTH offers the most advanced and inviting environment to train and heal your mind, body, and spirit!

The best healer I ever met!!

Jeff E

L J.

I have had many years of experience with personal trainers and Val is definitely the best. I was referred to her by a physical therapist because of her own PT background in order to rehab from an injury. She has been vital in my road to recovery. I will continue to see her for her expertise and also for the pure enjoyment of working with her.

William P.

Val is the most knowledgeable trainer I have ever met. She recognizes issues before I am even aware. She will see me compensating during a workout, point it out, and then adjust the exercise to prevent injury. She knows the human body so well that she can describe specific tendons and their attachment points—probably from all her education. Nutrition, exercise, motivation—she knows it all. Val is just the best.