The Fit Potato

The Fit Potato is an amazing place that I am proud to be apart of! Before I started to attend classes I used to dread working out and because of the upbeat environment and the awesome support system you get with them working out is now my favorite part of the day. Not only are they helping me loose weight but they made my outlook on life more positive. The Fit Potato is all about forward movement and helps you rise above and be a better you. If you are looking to improve your health and have a good time along the way this is the place for you! Thank you so much Coach Francisco and Coach Juan for all you have done!

Been going to the running class for almost 2 years now. I love the energy, the knowledge and the encouragement. They keep me motivated! My 2kids 10 and 12 are on the kids running class with coach Juan and they love it, they make you feel like you are part of something.
Coach Juan, coach Francisco and coach Zac… Thank you!

I have been attending classes with both coaches Juan and Francisco for 9 months. I’ve never been able to stick to a workout routine until now. Both coaches are enthusiastic about health and motivate their clients to reach their goals. It isn’t just a workout class, they educate you about why each exercise is important and how to improve your form to reach your goal. I’ve dropped weight and gained a lot of strength and have greatly improved my run times. They offer a variety of classes and have recently started doing scavenger runs and hikes. I highly recommend The Fit Potato to anyone at any fitness level and age level as they also teach a kids fitness courses.

The Fit Potato changed my life. I have never lost so much weight at once and kept it off. I remember joining weight-​watchers over and over again. The meetings were insightful, but something was missing. I’d lose about 30lbs and then gain it back 6 months later. I exercised here and there but it was never enough to make a huge impact. I joined The Fit Potato in the middle of December of 2012. I remember it taking me awhile to build up the courage to finally contact them. It was embarrassment, shame, and fear that held me back. I knew that starting in the middle of December was possibly the worst time to make such a huge change. Regardless, at that very moment I was ready to start this journey. It didn’t matter that it was a couple weeks before the holidays. I knew that I couldn’t make any more excuses. My first training session started with a Saturday Boot camp. I was terrified starting my first class I didn’t know what to expect and I didn’t want to let myself down.
After speaking with Coach Gomez that day, I felt ready to start this weight-​loss journey. He made me feel comfortable and I felt like I could count on him for support. I didn’t know what I was getting myself into, I didn’t know if I could handle the tough workouts, but all I knew was that I was finally ready to put my fears aside and put in the hard work. I was sick of being unhealthy and it was time. Contacting The Fit Potato that day was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in life and I truly mean that. I used to think people that said «I’m addicted to working out» were crazy! Now I know exactly how they feel. The best part about this program is that you compete against yourself. Each workout I wanted to improve more and more. I wanted to increase reps, do more sit-​ups, to jog and not walk. When I first started, I remember not being able to jog 2 laps around the baseball field. I quickly built up enough endurance to jog around the baseball field without a problem. I remember Coach telling me, «one day you’re going to ask me to give you more laps because you’ll say that was easy». I was huffing and puffing as he was telling me this and I didn’t know if that day would ever come, but it sure did! The day I was able to run a straight mile without stopping was a milestone for me. I had NEVER been able to do that before. The boot camps quickly became my happy hour. I found them to be lots of fun. I was finally gaining speed and enjoying what I was doing for myself.
I lost a total of 60lbs that I’ve kept off since then! I really don’t know where I would be today without this program, it literally saved my life and I will be forever grateful to the wonderful Coaches for that. They truly care about our well-​being and that is the difference with this program. The Fit Potato ladies were so supportive and encouraging and continue to be. This weight-​loss journey has taught me more than what it takes to live a healthy life-​style, it taught me discipline and that anything you believe in you can achieve.

My overall experience working out with the Fit Potato has been great. The Gomez brothers are great guys. It does not take long to realize how much passion they both have for fitness and helping others. I have only worked out with Juan doing the men’s bootcamps and running at the Dublin High track on track days. His personality makes the workouts more fun and easier to push through. I also can not say enough about the other guys in the group. Everyone is super friendly and having a good time together. I would most definitely recommend The Fit Potato to both men and women, and people of all fitness levels.

I started my free class June of 2012. I came back for another free class on Saturday and since then I have continued to come back of course not for free! Coach has a great attitude and is super positive. I really enjoy his variety of group classes. They are a great non stop workout. I have never received negative criticism from him and it will almost be two years of training with him. He has helped me lose 40 lbs and enjoy running! Something I never thought I liked. I live in Tracy and I drive to Dublin for his bootcamp. I really enjoy the atmosphere provided and every one is very supportive.

Coach Gomez and his staff are very professional and knowledgeable. His positive attitude keeps everyone going through the work out and you can tell that he is very passionate about his work! Highly recommended!

I have been a member of ‘The Fit Potato’, and had an excellent experience here. Coach Gomez is very understanding and very knowledgeable. I have spondylosis problem, so Coach Gomez paid special attention and made sure that I was exercising right and not putting incorrect pressure on my neck. He explained me how I could do certain exercise and still not put undue pressure on my neck.
The classes are very interesting and well planned. They are planned for all fitness levels. Coach Gomez is very inspiring and motivates each member in the group and pays attention to everyone. It was like getting a personal trainer for a lower price.
I needed to take a break for a week for vacation, so Coach Gomez accommodated my classes in the next week on his own. His main concern was that I stay on my health plan.
They are very proactive in keeping track of your program and keep us posted on schedules and upcoming classes. They have a wide variety of classes too which makes every week interesting.
I also received guidance on nutrition and and how to plan my meals.
Its the best place for people who need constant encouragement, planning and need someone to motivate them through their fitness journey.
My experience has been memorable at «The Fit Potato».

So– I can’t really rate this place since I’ve only tried it out one time, but I will since my experience was one of a kind.
I went to the running camp one night at Dublin High School and checked it out. Nice group of about 6 people. Loved how everyone was doing their own thing– working at their own level. I met Coach Gomez and Coach Francisco, who both seemed to have a great personality, easy going and nice to talk to.
About 2 years ago I had a Brain Hemorrhage and fell into a stroke — I am 33. I wasn’t expecting to go through all of that at such an early age. Although I have recovered fully I am still a little doubtful as to working out. My balance coordination is still a little weak — No one can tell unless you really study the way I walk.
Coach Gomez made me run around the track at my own pace — which was nice — but I was really out of breath and tired after the mile. All I wanted and felt like doing was sitting. After he told me to go up and down the stairs of the bleachers (totally not comfy doing this). I started — pushed myself a little but I realized I had to hold on to the side bar since I couldn’t walk straight up and down.
I actually just stopped and sat out for the rest of the workout.
I think both coaches were thinking I wasn’t serious about losing weight or working out, but I could care less given my past.
THEN…
Coach Francisco came over and started talking to me about just running and stretching and stuff and I was telling him how I do yoga — starting off slowly so I wouldn’t hurt myself. He told me that if I didn’t run or work out, my husband will get curious of other girls. WHAT? ARE YOU KIDDING ME!
I told him, omg I trust my hubby, it’s not even like that. So he topped that of with well its not about trust. He will eventually get interested in other girls that are willing to work as hard as he is.
I left the fit potato feeling uncomfortable, irritated and somewhat disappointed.
Uncomfortable — because who says that really?
Irritated — because seriously who says that?
Disappointed — for trying to force myself into feeling badly that I couldn’t work out to the coaches full potential.
I wouldn’t try the fit potato unless you like to feel bad and work out at other peoples opinions.

I contacted Coach Gomez because I was new to running and wanted to have a running coach to help me lay a good foundation especially in terms of running form. As a stay at home mom, I train almost exclusively on the treadmill and sometime run with the jogging stroller. I do not have any background in the track sports; in fact I had stayed away from running for a long time because of an injured ankle that I acquired from running the mile in junior high P.E. class that would easily reinjure itself just from daily activities like walking every few years. So once I got back into exercising regularly and discovered that I actually enjoy running now as a 30-​something mom, my first priority is to find ways to keep doing it injury free.
I searched for and contacted quite a few trainers around this area and Coach Gomez was not only prompt, highly qualified, but affordable. Most importantly, he was most able to work with me given my weird mommy schedule. I am unable to participate in his group training bootcamps at this point and was looking for some one-​on-​one support that would fit with my schedule. After some back and forth over email, I decided to meet with him for a gait analysis. I will say that it was the best money I have ever spent on running so far. It cost a lot less than a pair of shoes and was a great investment in running injury free. Coach Gomez knows his stuff and I found my time spent with him to be very rewarding already.
Coach Gomez actually came out to me to meet with me, which was something most of the other coaches would not do, at least not affordably. He had me run a few laps as warm up and videotaped my running for a bit, then he helped me stretch out and was able to gather where I am weak and have muscle imbalances. He then showed me how to strengthen the muscles where I am weak and show me what a good gait looks like. After our meeting, he followed up with emails documenting his recommendations on my running form and was definitely available to answer questions and offer guidance. He is available via phone and using the Tango app on the iPhone in addition to email as well.
It was very fortuitous timing that I met with Coach Gomez when I did because I started to experience symptoms of overreaching due to my lack of rest. By evaluating my exercise régime (which is a combination of home DVD and Hal Higdon training schedule downloaded from the web), Coach Gomez was able to tell me where he thinks the problem might be and will work on getting me a more personalized training schedule. I am impressed that Coach Gomez not only knows his stuff but has a real passion for helping people improve athletically, get better performance beyond just looking good. With his guidance I feel I am on my way to improving my fitness in a guided and balanced manner.

Francisco is a truly gifted trainer with incredible skill and even more incredible passion for this work. He gets great results both as a running coach and a fitness trainer! I would recommend him highly! ;)