On the corner of Santa Monica Blvd and Westbourne, in the heart of West Hollywood - is Firm Body Evolution - my most favorite place to work out, detox, and feel great!
First of all, the staff is great - always greeting you with a smile and asking about your day. They make a point to really connect with the members and clients so that everyone feels welcome in this holistic paradise.
When I was being guided through my tour, I knew that I had to join! They have Whole-Body Vibration Machines with the side-to-side vibration (not up-and-down like Power Plates) - so FBE's version gives you a more effective workout! I know these machines have been controversial, but research shows that the side-to-side vibration is much more safe, effective, and your muscles contract, stretch, increase blood flow and circulation. You almost feel ""itchy"" while on the machine for the first time - but that's your circulation moving - that's how you know it's working! I wear my heart rate monitor while working out and can burn 500 calories in 20 minutes on that machine utilizing hand weights. I know that I get a great workout because I FEEL it the next day! The best part is, anyone can use this machine - young or old, seasoned athlete or beginner. You will get a benefit from it nonetheless.
On to another perk of FBE - the Pneumatic Massage! This one is my favorite - it uses air compression therapy to massage your muscles and help to drain your lymphatic system. It's a machine that you zip up in, giving you an entire full body massage, while you can determine the pressure and speed you prefer. I love relaxing in that room for half an hour of bliss, feeling much better than when I had first come in.
Last but not least in my ""order"" of holistic health at FBE - the Infrared Jade Saunas! You HAVE to see these things...pod-shaped, almost futuristic-like, you have a singular sauna to yourself with jade stones on the bottom and infrared rays radiating from the top. You enclose yourself for 30-40 minutes and come out a more detoxed, refreshed person. The sauna is a great way to ""work out"" for people who cannot do cardio as well because the infrared rays heat your body from the inside out and elevate your heart rate for a more increased calorie burn. Who knew? Infrared also has many other benefits such as anti-aging properties, PMS symptom decrease, helps reduce sunburn, and reduces any pain or swelling along with sweating all the toxins out of your body.
So that's what I do at Firm Body Evolution, but they also have a PhD Nutritionist, a Facialist who does natural organic skincare, and more.
They are on the 3rd floor of 8704 Santa Monica and have free parking in the back (turn South on Westbourne, it's the second right, with a black gate). Don't hesitate to come in and try out FBE - it's definitely worth it because your HEALTH and vitality depends on it :)
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