InForm Fitness Toluca Lake

I found out about Inform Fitness completely by accident and, shortly after that, my wife and I both joined. I have been lifting weights most of my adult life and I have been fortunate to train with experts. The Inform Fitness slow motion workout is perfect for busy people because the training is intense enough that most people will see great progress with only one short session per week. The machines are super high end, the trainers are very knowledgeable and the entire workout takes about 30 minutes or less. Believe me, you will leave knowing that you did some serious work! This is not a body building workout… It is strength training at its best. The result will be healthy, dense muscles. The studio is intimate, super clean and the staff will become your best friends! This is some of the best one on one training I’ve even seen.

Inform Fitness is a hidden gem! I love to exercise and this place is quite the workout. 30 minutes of intense training once a week and I feel stronger than I ever have. Ann and Sheila are amazing trainers and the vibe in this place is positive, encouraging, and very low key.

Bill is a great trainer: patient, flexible, supportive and professional. He will give you a great workout and put you at ease at the same time!

The ladies @ InForm Fitness are well trained at kicking your butt!
A local destination without the madness of driving to a 24 Hour/​Ballys, etc and have to deal with parking/​waiting turns to get on machines and utilize weights.
Im not a gym rat by any means but a 30 min workout here with direct instruction is sufficient enough that works if you stay with it. The workout also offers a calming environment too without the excessive noise/​sensory overload a super gym has.
If you value time efficiency with results its worth it to try this place
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I am so addicted to this workout! I found myself getting stronger and more fit in just weeks — the progress makes you want to keep going back. In a few months I dropped two jeans sizes — without really losing any weight. Very cool!
Jon is awesome! He really gets me to push myself beyond what I thought possible — while cracking me up! If I can’t have some fun in a workout, I won’t keep going back. He always makes it fun. But he pays such close attention to what’s going on — he really knows his stuff and I know he’s got my back. I have some issues and he always comes up with a workaround so I don’t hurt myself.
Sheila is great! What other place makes you chase after them so you can make a payment? She is so warm and friendly — love her!
I feel like a family member here — sort of like my healthy version of Cheers — where everyone knows my name! Except instead of sitting on a barstool I get to sit on equipment that is going to kick my butt — and love every minute of it. Well, I’ll love it when it’s over… :)

What can I say! Anne really kicks your butt ! This may not look like it’s going to do much but trust me I’m struggling to get out if bed today ! A 30 min session with Anne training you will make you feel like you have just run a marathon, hands down the best work out for us busy professionals who have limited time to go to a gym. Besides who wants to be a gym rat anyways! Very clean and organised gym, lively trainers and awesome atmosphere. Check it out!

I’m starting to fall in love with Inform Fitness! I’m the kind of person who was going to the gym, going on the elliptical for 30 minutes and the entire time, I was wishing it was over. It just wasn’t fun for me and because of that, I had no motivation to go. One day, I decided I needed to get back in shape, lose weight and make sure I was doing exercise and I needed to find some way to do it which I wouldn’t hate.
I’m a groupon junkie and I did a lot of searches for gyms, trainers, etc. I needed some way to be held accountable for my working out. I found Inform Fitness and I was a little skeptical but I did all of my research on the Power of 10 and finally decided to give it a go. I bought a six session groupon and made an appointment for the following week.
My first session/​consultation was with Joe, who continues to be my trainer today. He’s great! He’s very knowledgeable and very adaptable on what you need for success. I’m not the kind of person who needs a trainer with a drill sergeant mentality, so he’s never like that with me, but he knows how to keep pushing me to my full potential. He’ll mention how I did the prior week and because I’m very competitive, that is motivation for me to try to do better this week. He’s also involved in the training himself and has pictures to prove the results — which is also very motivating!
Inform Fitness is by no means «easy.» This method will kick your butt. But after being there for two months, in addition to maintaining good eating practices, I am definitely seeing results in terms of weight loss and having more strength and other people are as well!
The great thing about Inform Fitness is that it’s only one per week and it takes 20 – 30 minutes. As someone who dreaded going to the gym, this is a workout even I can maintain. I hated having to go to the gym 4−5x per week! So now, going only once per week and having to give 200% for 30 minutes really isn’t asking too much! Even I can manage.
I had previously said «I don’t love this, but I definitely don’t hate it!» And that was good enough for me to keep going even after my groupon ended. And now I might slightly be starting to love it!
I’ll admit — it is pricey! It would be cheaper to just get a local gym membership — like I used to have. But I never went, so my health definitely wasn’t winning. It is pricey but it’s definitely worth it — to commit to a training plan you can stick to and can become better and stronger from! I was a little concerned about the price after finishing the groupon but I was able to work out a payment plan with them to make sure I could afford it and keep coming!
I’m not sure if there’s a groupon still but if there is, try it out if you’re unsure! I’m very happy here!

I can not tell you how impressed I am with this gym and Ann. I am not a gym rat nor have I ever felt the need to work out. I have to say that I am a total fan. I love and look forward to my workouts every week! And the best part is I’m most definitely seeing and feeling the results!

Got a groupon for this place and boy am I glad I did! I needed to get back into a routine and Jon (trainer) helped me do that. All the staff here is excellent! Sheila, the owner is so helpful, understanding and quick to respond to any questions or concerns you may have. Inform fitness has an unconventional approach to working out called the «failure technique» be prepared for an INTENSE workout… you’ll only come once a week, but I promise you will see results in the amount you are able to lift during your next session. My groupon allowed 3 personal training sessions (those came and went) and now I have signed on for 6 months. Can’t wait to see even more results after the next 24 sessions :-) Give this place a go!

This place is fantastic and the workout is life changing. I hate most things that cause me to sweat and/​or take me off of my couch and away from Netflix, but this is the exception. The trainers are great and the workout really makes you feel like you have accomplished something.
I recommend this workout and this gym to anyone that will listen.

I have been going to Inform Fitness now for two weeks. I had my initial consultation and just loved it. You are working out in a very private setting, with trainers who truly care about your goals and want to see you succeed. The Power of 10 method gives you the workout you need to build muscle and get in shape with a small commitment of time. I think that we all have crazy schedules in Los Angeles, and finding that time to workout can be difficult. Inform Fitness and the Power of 10 method gives you the tools you need to get results fast. I have only had two sessions and I can already see definition that was not there before. The machines they use are tailored for a workout that is high weights, and lower reps that yields amazing results and is super safe for your body because they adapt to your range of motion. I highly recommend Inform Fitness and my trainers Sheila and Michelle are just awesome!

What is the «Power of 10»? It is slow motion, high-​intensity exercise which is an incredibly efficient and safe method of weight training that you do once a week, for just twenty minutes.
Yes, that’s right. ONCE A WEEK FOR TWENTY MINUTES!
Cardio is great, but when it comes down to it, muscle is key to discriminate fat loss and building a stronger, healthier body. What makes InForm Fitness different? The facilities trainers are ALL Power of 10 certified and their machines are top notch! These MedX and Nautilus machines are the «Rolls Royce» of exercise equipment… they provide smooth movements with no friction, giving you a maximum workout. Before finding InForm Fitness, my friend Joseph Altamirano used to train me using the Power of 10 method at traditional gyms (meaning 24 Hour Fitness in which half the time I’m waiting for subpar machines that need maintenance) and there is no comparison here! Let’s put it this way: It’s hard to go back to regular cuts of steak after having Filet Mignon!!!
I am a believer!!! At first I was skeptical about a workout that you only have to do for twenty minutes once a week and getting the same results as going to the gym five days a weeks for hours at a time. Luckily for me, Joseph kept telling me about it. Finally, one day I said let me try it and I was instantly hooked! After one session I was amazed that my body felt like it worked out for a week at a «traditional» gym with a «traditional» workout. By session three I saw my muscles becoming more defined. I was excited because building muscle means burning more fat!!! Since I’ve been doing slow motion training, aka The Power of 10, I’ve lost weight, have bought smaller jeans, and have a more sculpted butt… BONUS!!! I’m the kind of girl that judges my weight loss success by the way my clothes fit and not by the scale.
I’m all about health because I’m an RN and know the importance of health and building muscle. I started this workout not necessarily aiming to lose weight, but more so to strengthen my lower back because back injuries are an occupational hazard of the nursing profession. I transfer, lift, and move patients all the time, which takes a huge toll on my back. Since starting the Power of 10, my back has been feeling stronger and less painful. There have been a few times I’ve skipped a workout, and when I do, I feel the difference. I feel more flabby and my back starts to bother me. But after an intense workout, I feel stronger with little to no back pain!
I love the fact that I only do this once a week! Don’t get me wrong, I’m not against working out, but who has the time or energy to be at the gym five to ten hours a week?! I’d rather spend that time with my loved ones and doing what I enjoy. One of my nursing friends suggested I try «CrossFit», but I said my workout is more time efficient with maximum results and much safer… why would I want to injure myself doing «CrossFit»? I think we all know at least one person who suffered some injury from doing that kind of workout.
Don’t schedule your life around the gym. Schedule gym into your life which is what this workout and gym exactly does! This really works, if it didn’t I wouldn’t be driving from Pomona to Toluca Lake! This is my longest Unilocal review ever because I cannot say enough good things about the Power of 10 and InForm Fitness Toluca Lake, so come try it yourself and become a believer too! If you’re still not sure, here is a list of Pros and Cons to help you decide:
PROS
–Time efficient (once a week for twenty minutes)
–Safer method of weight training (you won’t hurt yourself like with other programs such as «CrossFit»).
–All training sessions are customized and molded to fit your needs and concerns.
–Fast results in a short amount of time.
–More muscle added to the body means a higher resting metabolic rate (burning more fat, even at rest).
–The staff are all certified, knowledgeable, and friendly.
–Top notch exercise machinery.
–Once I start my workout I’ve never had to wait for a machine.
–Gives you extra time to do what you want to do. Live your lives, people.
CONS
–Wish it was closer BUT as you can see the Pros totally outweigh the Cons.

I had my first Power of 10 session here yesterday. Their equipment is top notch! And the trainers really cares about your safety. I felt comfortable and ready before I started working out. I was about 3 machines in, and I started to panic because I wasn’t use to working out at all. But the trainer reassured me that I was ok and that I can do it. After I was done I was offered a snack, I sat down and we chatted about how muscles work, and how my muscles felt. Definitely glad I started coming here!

I have been working out at Inform Fitness for 3 months now and I’ve seen incredible results using their Power of 10 workout. I’ve never worked out before. I’ve been intimidated by gyms and I didn’t have the time or motivation to workout on my own. As I have reached deeper into my 40’s, it has become apparent to me that I need help and I needed to make a commitment to getting stronger otherwise I would start to feel comfortable with my soft and weak body. I read the Power of 10 book and I thought even I can commit to 30 minutes a week. My trainer is Ann Kirkland and she has been great. She took me through each exercise and described the movements and benefits to me thoroughly. She continues to make sure I am working out with the proper form. Shes calm and comforting while encouraging me even further than I thought I could go. With each week I’ve noticed changes in my body. My body is more toned than its ever been. I have visible definition in my arms and legs. My core feels solid and I have gained strength. My clothes are fitting differently and friends have commented on my changing appearance. I’ve been so pleased with my results that I am continuing with my workouts with Ann at Inform and I can’t wait to see what the next 3 months brings me.

I’m delighted with my first few weeks at Inform Fitness. Trainer is Sheila. For me, she’s ideal: low key yet «let’s get to work and DO this thing!» There’s no stupid music, thank god. I feel totally confident that I will never hurt myself. The vibe in the studio is peaceful. The lighting is great. I HAD to give it 5 stars; I have no complaints and no suggestions to improve the place.

I never thought I would say this about a gym or fitness program but really really like this place. I have had very little success with most other fitness activities but I believe I may finally have found the right fit… pun intended. For those who don’t feel like reading the whole review, here are some the highlights.
–No pushy or aggressive sales pitch.
–High quality equipment
–Experience and educated trainers
–One-​on-​one program
–Fast and intense 20 minute workout
–Workout done just once a week
–Clean and well maintained facility
–Extremely safe
–Friendly and supportive staff
–I noticed results within the first 4 weeks.
I started working with Sheila Melody about a month and a half ago and to be completely honest, I went in expecting to hate it. Instead, I pretty much liked it from the start. There was no aggressive sales pitch or trainers with an abundance of misplaced enthusiasm. Before the first workout, I spent a little time filling out minor paperwork about my medical background and talked about my goals. I explained to Sheila that I hate group exercise and resent the participation in an activity for the sole purpose of exercise. And when it comes to exercise, I don’t really want to talk about it… I just want to get it over with. To this she replied «Perfect!».
When she took me into the gym, I immediately knew this wasn’t the type I was used to. The equipment appeared more sophisticated and of very high quality. It looks more like what you might see at physical therapy. There are about 15 pieces of large weight-​bearing equipment that each target a different group of muscles. She explained the method uses very slow, controlled, weight bearing exercises. Each exercise is done continuously for about 2 minutes until the muscle is completely exhausted. The whole workout lasts about 20 minutes and is done only once a week… awesome!
At my first session, Sheila spent a great deal of time getting everything just right. The position of the seat, the starting weight, my form, etc… all needed to be precise. She explained that safety is the largest principle in the method and that the program is one-​on-​one for this very reason. I was reminded that nothing will knock you out of good exercise habits faster than an injury… good point.
There were a couple of things I noticed about how Sheila worked that I really liked. She never yelled or raised her voice, always speaking with clear and soft certainty, and helping me to stay focussed on the movements. There was no ‘rah-​rah, c’mon you can do it’ business. Just basic instructions.
There are a bunch of YouTube videos about their method (Power of 10) so I won’t bore you with the specifics. What I will tell you is that the workout is intese. After the 20 minute workout I felt like not-​quite-​cooled jello.
am seeing results, feeling stronger and notice tone and definition in places that didn’t have it before. It’s definitely worth checking out.

My friend started working with Linda Cole and right before my eyes I saw a transformation that was amazing!!! She is a light weight, slightly timid woman and in a very short time she became so strong and was radiating self confidence! Well. I wanted that, too!
I am at the age where I have been loosing strength and it was determined that I have osteoporosis, so I had to get busy and turn things around. I have dedicated 30 minutes a week to my work out with Linda and after just 3 – 4 weeks the results were very apparent. I look much better and I can carry heavy things that were becoming difficult… that is liberating!
I love it, I will always be able to schedule 30 minutes a week into my life to make the difference that is so important to the overall quality of my life.
Thanks. Linda! Thanks, Inform Fitness!

I was referred to Linda Cole because I had a strong therapeutic need for weight lifting, but at the same time was a good candidate for injury in a traditional gym setting. I have now been doing high intensity very slow weight training for nearly a year with her.
Linda is meticulous in her approach, continually supervising my form and insuring I don’t get hurt. And I haven’t gotten hurt, not once.
Now that we’ve moved to this great new facility, InForm Fitness, there’s even more machines, which Linda takes advantage of, creating multiple routines that we alternate out week to week.
The results for me, a sedentary middle aged man, have been very gratifying. It’s so encouraging to know that at my age I’ve been able to make my physique pleasingly better. And yes by only going just once a week.
Recommended.

I have been training with Bill Culhane of Inform Fitness for over a year and it has been a refreshingly pleasurable experience. The Power of 10 was an entirely new concept to me, and since I am a working professional I have limited time to dedicate to physical fitness. I have lost a lot of weight and felt intimidated by even the thought of personal training. After meeting Bill all of my reservations faded away. Bill has an easy going, non-​judgmental, yet professional style of coaching. I was skeptical that a half hour workout once a week would deliver results. Within the first couple of sessions I noticed a marked difference, particularly in the muscle tone in my arms. I would encourage anyone to train at Inform Fitness with Bill Culhane.

I have been working with Bill Culhane for about two months now on the slow motion power of 10 once a week workout. It only takes a half an hour a week and the results have actually been better than when I was going to the gym three to four times a week. Bill is a great coach and trainer and I would recommend him and this program to anyone with time issues who wanted to get a great workout and to build strength. It is definitely worth it.