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I selected Tommy as my personal trainer so I can get prepared for Army basic training. I have been so impressed thus far with his professionalism, knowledge, and most importantly dedication to genuinely help me achieve my goals. Tommy has gone above and beyond by checking in on days I don't see him (holding me accountable), and guiding me with the resources I need to succeed (at home workouts, calorie tracking are a few examples). I am so grateful for Tommy and his guidance on getting me not only physically but also mentally fit. I would recommend Tommy to anyone and everyone, no matter what your goals are because he is so experienced and as long as you are willing to put in the work he will help you get to where you want to be.

As I'm getting older and more responsibilities my motivation to workout has been shrinking compared to my early / mid 20's. Until I met coach Tommy. Recently I was working with Tommy on finding a house and in conversation he asked about neck pain. He could see I was dealing with a very tight muscle from sleeping wrong. Tommy also asked me how my stress level was and if I worked out. I told him my stress management practices and that I occasionally worked out. He offered to watch my form and help with some corrective exercise with a free to help get some of my muscles to begin moving easier. Of course, I took him up on that. During our workout he showed me where I was not keeping my shoulders down and back through most of my movements, and why my traps were overactive. Wanting to learn more about proper movement and dropping a few pounds I told Tommy I wanted to work with him for a few sessions. There was no sales pitch, only him asking how he could help, which was a relief. We continued to work on proper movement, some power training, and some different breath work. Since then, my motivation is back, Ive purchased a home gym, and am very happy to be working out regularly and continuing stress management practices. I highly recommend coach Tommy and the SoFit SoCal team to anyone looking to improve strength, drop body fat, or drop stress!!

I started seeing Tommy a few months ago with the goal of gaining some lean muscle and weight, and also learning proper weight lifting form. I can already see a huge difference. I went from 145 to 160 lbs and I few so much stronger. I’ve gotten the motivation to continue on my own mostly but Tammy has given me the knowledge and confidence to get there. Great guy too and looks at the whole process holistically, including your mental health. Highly recommend!

Before beginning I was struggling with building muscle and getting my weight up. My goals were to build more lean mass and get to 160lbs. Ive only been working with the SoFit SoCal team and Tommy for about 2 months now but in that short time Ive been able to more than double my lifts, and have already got my weight up to 155lbs. (previously at around 145 lbs!) Whether you want to build muscle, drop body fat, or learn proper form, coach Tommy will get you to your goals!

As someone that has a number of obstacles to overcome (weak ankles, bad knees and anxiety to name a few), working with Coach Tommy has been an amazing experience. He is not only helping work towards reaching my fitness/weight-loss goals, I have noticed an improvement in my mental health as well through his wellness exercises (affirmations, gratitude etc). Tommy is attentive, kind and makes each session a great one. He pushes me towards improvement in just the right amount without seeming overbearing or intimidating. I also appreciate that he takes the time to explain and share sourced articles and other research he has come across to help his client get a better understanding of what might or might not be happening with their bodies. This is something no other trainer I have worked with has done and I found it to be very helpful. As for the environment, I love how personal/uncrowded it is and how the equipment that has been used is cleaned prior to returning making for a safer experience. 💪😁

Coach Tommy is very professional, making a detailed plan for me. Following through with his plan and training with him three times a week, I have lost 9 Kg for only one month. His training is totally scientific and really worth it for the people who want to build muscle, lose weight, or have a healthier life. One thing I really want to emphasize is that I had hypertension before training with him, but, now, since I have lost a lot of weight, my blood pressure has become normal. It is a huge change for me!!!! I can't imagine if I didn't choose him and kept my bad habit of eating a lot of fast foods and sitting for a whole day in front of my laptop, I would have probably had a high risk of heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, or other diseases relating to obesity.  Honestly, he has been changing my life and guiding me to a healthier lifestyle. I know many people might think that they can do some kinds of exercise by themselves such as running, walking, swimming, and so on to lose weight. I thought like this too. However, there is a big chance when we felt a little bit tired, we stopped the training right away. We thought we did enough training already, but actually we were not and we could do more. He is the person playing a role not only  teaching you how to exercise scientifically but also pushing you to be more than you can be. 

1. Price Before workout with Tommy, I had visited other private gyms. Due to his flexibility, I decided to go with him. Workout with a personal trainer can be costly. However, his price is reasonable. He has customized plans for me based on my goals and time. 2. Communication He is a really responsible trainer. He replies emails or text messages quickly. Moreover, he has emailed me meal plans and exercise guides accordingly. He is also really good at encouraging people. While exercising with him, he has given me a positive power to keep building muscles. 3. Goals I’m 5’11’m and my goal was to have a 160 lbs of body weight. In the beginning, I was 148 Ibs. After a few months, I am 172.8 lbs now !!! 4. Professionalism I have had hip pain. He is able to give me alternative exercises to strengthen my hip muscles and achieve my primary goals.

Without sounding too "sappy" I can honestly say that working with Tommy changed my life. I had three sessions a week with him for a few months and began to get in shape. Then he added a new component to our sessions, Mindfulness We worked on meditation as a way to reduce the stress in my life. It honestly works... immediately! Tommy has a very special gift where he can tell if you need "more." He was able to tell that I was holding onto a twelve year old grudge and actual hatred. Without EVER saying "Tell me about it" or "You need to do this" he was able to encourage me to begin writing in a Gratitude Journal. Without turning this review into a book, I will sun things up ... the hatred that I was holding melted away without me even realizing it. I began to appreciate so many things, big and small, old and new. I was able to let go of my stress through meditation. I even noticed when I needed to meditate! Tommy showed me how to take care of me. Here's the interesting part, without really trying, I lost 30 pounds! Three to four dress sizes! Tommy continues to guide me me through my fitness regimen, refines my journey with meditation and gives me many many reasons to write about in my Gratitude Journal. He is one in a million.

Tommy’s the best trainer I’ve ever worked with! He clearly knows his trade backwards and forwards and gives really great advice on both diet and exercise. He also offers guidance on the mental aspects of fitness such as meditation and gratitude. He is so positive and is such a lovely, friendly person that he makes exercise something to look forward to! Tommy is very, very highly recommended!

Tommy is a very experienced physical trainer. He is very knowledgeable about the body and how it works. Always watching and checking to make sure you don’t hurt yourself. Not only works on your body but, food, meditation techniques, breathing and gratitude lists. With Tommy’s help and guidance I have used muscles like never before and become stronger for it. All training is non- judgmental and tailored to your ability. I highly recommend him!

Tommy is great! Extremely positive and motivating. His attention to detail during workouts is impeccable. Always insuring proper form so that you can get the most out of your workout. He provided me with great routines to practice when not training with him. Would recommended Tommy to anyone looking for a personal trainer!!

Tommy is amazing! Whether you are needing an intense workout or a more therapeutic one he is the absolute best. He is Kind, professional, and always finds ways to keep your muscles guessing with new and interesting workouts.

A few things brought me to the Pasadena. After an 18 month long hiatus from sprint triathlons, a change in career and relocating to Pasadena, my search for a new trainer started. I plugged into Thumbtack and interviewed some candidates, then I found Tommy. What a find!! He's experienced, educated, motivating and understands my ultimate goal in my sport. I came in with a slight injury and his rehabilitative exercises are effective and yet making me stronger and faster. His dedication to what he does exudes through his training. He identifies and encourages me to push. Any athlete could increase their athleticism and talent when working with Tommy. Everything you want to know about your functioning body, nutrition, supplements, etc., he knows it. His patience is endless. I've trialed other trainers, but the rapport was lacking in attentiveness and follow through. 100% present every time. A life investment worth every minute. I feel confident that my goals will be reached working with Tommy Houck.

Tommy...was very informative and listened to my training target goals. Very positive attitude...and his schedule fluctuates with mine. Looking forward to achieving my goal.

Tommy is focused on helping me achieve my goals. My fitness has increased noticeably and I've seen improvements in my ability to complete more sit-ups, lift heavier weights, and generally push myself harder throughout each session. Tommy ensures that my posture is always correct to avoid any injuries. He is extremely reliable and punctual. I would recommend Tommy and his team Sofitsocal to any one looking to improve their fitness and to those who are willing to lose weight. Just seek for Tommy if you are in LA area!

I’ve been working with Tommy for more than two months now and have been really enjoying the experience. Tommy will train you hard but also take the time to get to know you which is huge in my book. While he comes with the standard knowledge of how to build a great workout plan for you, he adds to that with really specific knowledge about muscle movement, which for a analytical guy like me is gold. I see myself sticking with Tommy for a good while.

Tommy works with my sister and me twice a week. He has different exercises to fit each of our fitness needs. He is personable, professional, knowledgeable and ,most of all, likeable! That helps when instructed to do squats and planks.

Really enjoy working with Tommy! He knows what he's doing, very knowledgeable on how each muscle works. I have some old injuries.He asked how I had those injuries, only incorporated exercises that i can train the muscle pain free, and taught me some rehab exercises (exactly same exercises recommended by my physical therapist). Unlike many other personal trainers, Tommy doesn't just care about physical training, and your overall wellness as well. I worked with other trainers before, they only wanted short term result and pushed me to a limit I couldn't handle. That's how I injured myself at the beginning. With Tommy, he knows when and how to push you, and to what extent. Progressive overload? Yes, and pain free! Highly recommend you to try a session with Tommy, you will see how different he is from other trainers.

Coach Tommy is very knowledgeable and resourceful when it comes to training. His training isn’t just for the body but also for the mind. He taught me stress relief tools like breathing and visualization methods that has help me tremendously in my training but also in my daily life. After training with coach Tommy, my body and mind has made a new transformation that could not have been done without his guidance. Thank you so much!

I have been working with Tommy for the past year and half. He is always patient and professional to make a training session go by smoothly. Tommy would focus on fixing specific problem areas I have from time to time such as shoulder, arm, back, etc. He also understand my biggest issue of "lack of flexibility" and I have improved a lot in that area under his direction. Overall, I will say Tommy is the best trainer/coach I ever have since I started workout a few years ago. He deserves more than 5 stars!!!

Overall, incredible experience and results! Tommy is invested in each client, well above and beyond, any other experience (trainer, nutritionist, internal balancer, etc .), I have ever had. I highly recommend Tommy to friends and family, whenever I can....with that said, he even trains my best friend and sister!