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Empower Fitness & Wellness

Empower Fitness & Wellness

The most effective form of fitness training.

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Empower Fitness, Santee, CA personal trainer reviews

Testimonials

What makes Empower Fitness’ programs so effective is that your program is completely customized to you, and your unique body type.

From Rock Bottom to Real Strength: How Support, Not Perfection, Changed Everything For Me

I reached out to Kari at rock bottom. I was 5 years postpartum, with 3 herniated discs, terrified of moving my body and with the… [ Read more ] “From Rock Bottom to Real Strength: How Support, Not Perfection, Changed Everything For Me”

Rachel W., Rockstar Mom and CEO of the Household

Personalized Training & Real Results 100% Recommend!

I was searching for a small, welcoming gym to restart my personal training journey when I found Empower Fitness. After seeing all the amazing reviews… [ Read more ] “Personalized Training & Real Results 100% Recommend!”

Teresa S., Retired

Knowledgeable, Reliable, and Results-Driven!

Kari is an amazing trainer! I’ve been working with her for a year now, and I couldn’t be happier with my progress. She’s incredibly knowledgeable,… [ Read more ] “Knowledgeable, Reliable, and Results-Driven!”

Heather L., Ultrasound Technician

40 Pounds Down, Stronger Than Ever Thanks to Kari!

Pretty sure I’m the most difficult client ever 🤣, but that didn’t stop Kari from helping me drop 40 pounds and completely turn my health… [ Read more ] “40 Pounds Down, Stronger Than Ever Thanks to Kari!”

Julie B., Business Owner

Online Coaching with Real Accountability & Results

Kari is an incredibly knowledgeable and encouraging trainer who truly cares about her clients. Through online fitness coaching, she customizes workouts to fit your schedule… [ Read more ] “Online Coaching with Real Accountability & Results”

Annie C., Scientist at Johnson & Johsnon

14 Years, 3 Life Stages, 1 Coach Who Delivers Results

I’ve been training with Kari for 14 years, and she’s been with me through it all, pregnancy, postpartum, and injuries, always adapting my workouts to… [ Read more ] “14 Years, 3 Life Stages, 1 Coach Who Delivers Results”

Lisa B., Precision Medicine Associate Director for Companion Diagnostic Strategy Lead

She listens to me and coaches me as a unique individual

She listens to me and coaches me as a unique individual with my unique struggles. I’ve been working with Kari for over a year and… [ Read more ] “She listens to me and coaches me as a unique individual”

Karine S., Project Management Professional

I needed to modify my workout to accommodate my pregnancy

I needed a guidance on how to modify workouts to accommodate my pregnancy I sought out this company because I wanted pre and post natal… [ Read more ] “I needed to modify my workout to accommodate my pregnancy”

Erica N.

I never felt overwhelmed

I participate in Empower Fitness’ Online Coaching and Kari is an extraordinary coach. From the first session you realize her awesome commitment to you and… [ Read more ] “I never felt overwhelmed”

Lori O., Speech Therapist

She has patiently helped me find myself again

A year ago this month, I started working with a personal trainer. I was not nice to myself during the thick of the pandemic. Like… [ Read more ] “She has patiently helped me find myself again”

Kristie J.

Best investment in MYSELF

The experience I’ve had with Kari is one I will forever be grateful for and is the best investment in MYSELF. How does Empower Fitness… [ Read more ] “Best investment in MYSELF”

Edith S, Compliance

Kari makes you want to achieve your goals

Kari embodies something special that makes you want to work hard to achieve your goals. Kari is a gift. It’s really hard to put into… [ Read more ] “Kari makes you want to achieve your goals”

Brienne D., PhD

More Stamina for Activities I Enjoy

With much apprehension I met with Kari almost 2 years ago. At the age of 60 I had never exercised in my life. I was… [ Read more ] “More Stamina for Activities I Enjoy”

Kathe T., Retired

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9740 Cuyamaca Street, Suite K
Santee, CA 92071
Phone: 619-708-7705

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