Vera Fitness

I have never seen tangible results from just working out, but after only 8 weeks of going to sessions at Vera I've lost 2% of my body fat and 4.25 inches all around. I'm telling you - after having a baby and struggling with that post-partum body image - you just can't put a price on the feeling of achievement. I owe that to the awesome trainers at Vera who look at your whole picture ? not just your weight and fitness level. They?re right there by your side during the sessions to make sure every single movement is done correctly for maximum effectiveness. Plus, they have the right combination of encouragement, enthusiasm and toughness to push you along ? making the sessions hard and actually fun. I?ve gone to the big gyms before, but they never really got me hooked the way this place has, never got me amazing results like this and never left me each time with a cool feeling of empowerment. This is hands-down, the best thing I've done for myself in a long time. more

I've been going to Vera Fitness for about 3 months and I love it. I've lost ~3 inches off my waist and am inspired to excercise regularly outside the sessions. I've travelled a lot this summer and the trainers I've worked with showed me exercises I could do with some easily packable equipment that I've used in hotels and at home. The kinesis machines strengthen your whole body and are challenging but set to your fitness level. The targeted heart-rate approach to cardio has kept me going outside of the gym as well...I'm getting much more out of a 30-minute walk around my neighborhood than I used to! The staff are warm and encouraging, and the atmosphere is very inviting...stylishly sweaty :) And you can book appointments, track your fitness progress, and even keep a food diary that tracks calories and nutrients online. I've been to many gyms before, and can even have a free membership at the posh Pro Club through work, but will keep going to Vera. Pros: The workout, the staff, the online tools, the non-cheesy girl-power vibe Cons: Parking on a sunny afternoon more

Vera Fitness, nestled into the Green Lake neighborhood, fills a hole in the women's fitness community in Seattle. The women who operate Vera make you feel welcome and special as soon as you walk in the door. The Kinesis workouts are challenging and satisfying, and particularly effective, reaching muscles you've never dreamed you had! The music is always spot-on, there's Aveda products in the bathrooms/showers, and they give you your own iPod to work out with!! Given the undivided attention of the trainers, the unique challenge of the Kinesis Wall, and the spa-like atmosphere of Vera, I know this is the place I'll be coming back to for years. Pros: Encouraging and friendly staff, challenging workouts, spa-like environment more

I wanted to try something different and Vera opened up down the road from my job, so I went in to try it out. I got one of the best workouts I have ever had with a trainer. The Kensis machines are awesome and the trainers are fantastic. The setting is very clean and relaxing and it feels fresh. I like the trainers there because they really give you a one on one approach and they are positive and full of energy. At $40 dollars a session for personal training, it can seem like a lot, but actually you're getting more than you think. I really like it and have recommended Vera to my friends. Pros: Kensis machines Cons: seems pricey, but you get a great workout more

If you are looking for a completely different experience, check out Vera Fitness, it is not your typical gym. In fact, Vera is not a gym. Vera Fitness is a Wellness Studio designed for women. \r \r When you walk in you will experience a unique ambiance that comes with smiles from familiar faces. Each person on the Vera Fitness team is dedicated to helping other women achieve their dream of Wellness. Whatever that dream may be, the workouts will be customized for you. The workouts include strength training on Kinesis and Cardiovascular exercise too. The cardio equipment features built in TV's and all has I Pod Compatibility. How cool is that?\r \r In addition, the Vera Fitness team knows that it is not easy to achieve many physical goals without proper nutrition. Therefore, they have an online nutrition tool designed to help you. \r \r Come check out Vera Fitness - Hello Vera, Goodbye Gym!\r more