Stadium Fitness

I love it! The classes have been great and I really enjoy the workout it get. When I moved to the area, I searched all over for a decent place to workout. I had no intentions of going to a gym, mostly because you’re stuck inside. why do that to yourself in SoCal?!
David has been great! He creates a very friendly atmosphere and has a very keen eye to the attendees limits. These past 2 workouts have been the best of any class I’ve ever attended, its awesome!

Challenging! Fun! AWESOME! SF offers a great outdoor group fitness experience for all fitness levels. The setting at the historic Rose Bowl never gets old. Stairs=the great equalizer! Give it a try, you won’t regret it!

I started coming to Stadium Fitness about a year and a half ago, and quickly became a convert. It’s a great challenging workout that has helped my fitness level improve dramatically. The people who go are friendly, supportive and have become a group of friends I look forward to seeing and working out with. David and Jodie, who run the program are excellent and will tailor a workout program to your goals and abilities. And you get to do it in one of the most awesome settings you can imagine! I have never stuck with a single workout program this long in my life, much less looked forward to it three times a week. I plan to keep coming for as long as I am able. Thanks, David and Jodie!

I used to belong to a gym, and would find myself leaving after about 30 minutes from sheer boredom and lack of motivation. This has never been the case with Stadium Fitness.
From my very first day I was welcomed with open arms. The owners/​coaches, Jodie and David, who also workout with us, are simply amazing people. They, along with the other coaches make the hour long class fun to come to, even though I know I’m going to get a butt whooping. I was never a runner before starting Stadium Fitness, but I could slay the stairmaster at the gym. Well, the workout at SF both humbled and motivated me. It’s an exercise at your own pace class, and it isn’t a competition between the other students who have varying levels of fitness, so that was a huge relief, since I could barely run. Now with the help of Stadium Fitness, I can run races. I regularly run 5K and 10K’s, and am working towards a half marathon. I would have never dreamed I could have attained this level of fitness.
I have never had the same workout. Since our area we exercise in is inside the Rose Bowl, (which is a spectacular place to be) we are able to utilize so much of the stadium. Some days we are out on the field, which is incredible experience, and some days in the bleachers. The variety of weight and strength training coupled with cardio, abs, and of course running the stairs makes it challenging and fun.
One of the many benefits I have received from attending Stadium Fitness is making such awesome friends. Working out at the gym was such a lonely experience for me, and it has been just the opposite here. It’s a family-​type atmosphere, and I know I have life long friends.
Thank you Jodie, David, AB, Peter, Nikki, plus all of the other students for making this the best workout and fitness experience ever!

OK. So, I am not an athlete. I like to workout for the sole reason that I know that I should, and I feel good afterwards. I am not a gym rat, so I came across Stadium Fitness through Class Pass. In an effort to get more cardio, I decided to give this «boot camp» type workout a try. When I got there, I was immediately greeted by Peter who took time to introduce himself and get to know me. I met AB shortly after and he brought the group into the stadium and we went right into a lap around the stadium. I didn’t think I was going to make it all the way around, but keeping up with the other people in my group helped push me not to slow down. Then we ran stairs. I stayed with the «littles» group, which I still found challenging enough and I have no idea how long it will take me to work up to the hardcore group. Anyway, the trainers continually checked in with each of us and were very encouraging throughout the entire workout. I felt so invigorated and accomplished after the class that I immediately booked my next class with them. Jodie was also really great and made sure to check in before the class to ask what my fitness level was and checked in after the class to see how I liked it. Definitely the most personalized workout experience and one of the best cardio workouts I have ever (ever ever ever) done. Highly recommend trying it out no matter what your fitness level. A challenge, but worth it!

I went to my first class at Stadium Fitness this week and had a great time. I was met at the gate of the Rose Bowl and directed to class. It really seems like a little community there and everyone was pretty friendly.
As for the workout, we did some drills on the field with and without weights and then conquered the stairs. After chatting with a few people I was told that the workouts tend to be a little different every session. What I really liked was that the exercises seemed like they could be modified to various fitness levels.
I will definitely be back to Stadium Fitness and would recommend anyone to try it out.

This review is way overdue. Part of my delay was a hope that I would continue with the program and therefore wait, but I just haven’t been able to make it back. From my initial email with the owners about the program, I could tell I was going to love this program. David and Jodi are the most caring and invested trainers in ANY fitness program I’ve ever been apart of (and I’ve been around that block). I initially signed up with my mom and they were sensitive to our pre-​existing health issues. I never felt uncomfortable being honest about a pain or discomfort if a particular move wasn’t working for me. The best thing about this entire program is that it really is customizable to you. No matter how big or small the group is for a particular class, the trainers will make sure your workout works for you, even if it means giving you different things to do than the rest of the group. Yes, it can be embarrassing sometimes to the other people working out because it’s obvious you can’t keep up, but the trainers do a perfect job of reminding you that you are working just as hard.
The schedule they have is also very accommodating and flexible. They have different times in the morning and then a slot at night, so there really is a class that works for the majority of people’s schedules. I loved being able to go to a night class if I didn’t make it that morning and vice versa. Even with different trainers at different times/​classes, you always got a great, consistent work out.
The most important thing I’m sure you’re wondering is whether I saw results. HELL YA I did! I think I did Stadium for about a year (with some off periods in between) and within the first month, I saw great results. My entire body got toned quickly and I lost a lot of inches. At the end, I went down 2 clothes sizes and have been able to maintain my size (not so much my tightness!). As a law student with a lot of responsibilities, I can say this was the best constant in my life that helped me manage my stress. The only reason I discontinued the program was because I had chronic back problems way before I started Stadium and because of how much I was sitting down from studying and work, my back was out of whack. I didn’t want to make it worse by working out and my doctors ordered me to take a break. Unfortunately, that break turned out to be indefinite.
Another small detail that makes this program so unique is having exclusive access to the Rose Bowl! As a native to LA, the Rose Bowl is such a wonderful place to work out in. We even get to go on the grass sometimes which I think is so awesome! I’ve met a lot of great people at Stadium, from so many different levels of fitness too. Being able to have this program in common with them was an honor. I feel so lucky and grateful for the opportunity to experience the most effective and inspiring workout regimen. Yes, this program was pricey for a student like me, but I pinched pennies wherever I could to afford it because it was worth every cent. Thank you Stadium Fitness for all the positive you’ve done for me! I hope to return one day :)

Don’t know what happened to my body in my middle 20’s! All of a sudden I started gaining weight swiftly! I started searching for resources to manage my weight and health. Luckily, I found this place on Groupon, and I thought it would be awesome get to exercise inside the Rose Bowl! So I showed up on the first day. Jodi, one of the trainers greeted me at the gate. She recognized me right away and asked me what my goals are and about my workout experiences.
The first day, I was terrified because of the intensity. I thought it would be easy climbing up and down stairs since I have been jogging here and there, but that was a big mistake. It was tough, but trainers David, Jodi, and other employees helped me to adjust to this intense program.
The great thing about this fitness program is we don’t climb stairs throughout the entire exercise time. David always comes up with a great variety of arm, leg, butt, abs, and core exercises. So, during an hour exercise, we get a great mix of cardio and muscle work out. Time goes by fast because people are chatting and laughing. David discusses funny topics but is not silly. He always brings up interesting conversation so people forget about tiredness. He is really good at timing. When he talks while people are doing light weights, he times us for 20 seconds. I thought he would forget the time, but never! He knows what he is doing and does it well. Jodi is very petite, but fast. She always runs in the front to lead the group and is a great role-​model. I wonder if she ever gets tired. Her energetic attitude cheers people up and motivates them.
I have been participating three times a week. In two months, I lost about 8 lbs and toned up so much. Now I have been doing this for more than half a year. I feel happier and healthier than ever.
The best thing about working out at Fitness Stadium is that you get to enjoy beautiful mountain scenery every morning with lovely sunshine. Great people and great exercise!

FANTASTIC BANG FOR YOUR BUCK!
When you’re thinking about spending money on getting fit (e.g. A fitness club, Weight Watchers, a personal trainer, etc.) the most important thing to consider is what you really expect the result will be for what you pay for. If you’re like most people, last month you spent $ 60 – 70 at a fitness club, you went a few times times and you probably didn’t get a lot out of it. And that’s fine. But everyone has to decide what they really want for what they spend.
You’re going to spend a little more money with Stadium Fitness – around $ 120 a month (but only $ 90/​month if you commit for a year). But what you get is a great, strong workout every time you go. You’ll get results. You’ll find great camaraderie with the other class members. You’ll have people cheering for you and encouraging you on. You’ll know people will notice if you’re not there (a great motivator to show up when you don’t feel like it!). You’ll be outside enjoying the weather, etc. None of which (if you’re like most people) you will get for your $ 70 at LA Fitness. So, $ 70 at LA Fitness probably getting no results, which will more than likely turn into $ 420 over six months with no results, or $ 120 at Stadium Fitness getting results, encouragement, friends and fresh air. Seems like a no-​brainer to me. :)
David and Jodie and the other trainers are top-​notch. Super encouraging and great at tailoring each session for each participant’s specific needs and fitness level. I’m a marathoner and adventure racer whose goals are increased strength and explosiveness and they pushed me very hard (for me). I’d say a third to a half of the class members were people who are at a pretty beginner fitness level, working on losing weight and getting fit, and David and Jodie did a really excellent job with them as well.
I was just in town for a week, and only did three classes, but I wish I could take Stadium Fitness home with me. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in Pasadena again in the fall, and every time I’m back in the area!

Amazing workout in world class facility with professional trainers. What is not to like? it is in Rose Bowl with beautiful San Gabriel mountains in background. I have been doing it for 2 years and I am in the best shape of my life. The workouts are different every time which keeps it interesting. The friendships you make in this class is added bonus and all age groups participate from teens to 59 year olds. I wont mention who the older guy is in the class. David «are you burning» Liston runs the program and is energetic and works with people of all fitness levels. Jody Liston is always high energy and has a smile and hug for everyone. Nikki, the drill sergeant, will challenge you like no other trainer. Jill, the energetic bunny, will run you until you drop but she wont be remotely tired. These trainers are fantastic and you will love them all. You got to take this class if you want to be fit and have all your skinny clothes fit perfect. So quit your gym and join stadium fitness today.

My mantra for 2013 is… High and Tight. Given that, I decided that walking alone was not going to help me hold true to my mantra. I wanted to do something outdoors, and not a solo type of excercise. So, I embarked on a quest to find something… different. Came across Stadium Fitness. Committed to taking just one session to see if I liked it. Dragged my mom (70, but slender and sorta fit) with me. We had so much fun… it was challenging, yet we were instructed to go at our own pace. I had an excellent workout. Mom did really well also. I was sore after the workout for a few days, but it was a «hurts so good» type feeling that really made me proud of myself. So far, no two sessions have been the same.
Weeeelllllll, I signed up for 6 months. I have now taken 3 sessions, and each time I push myself a little harder and am enjoying how I feel. The staff are very encouraging and work with you, all of the other participants are really nice and even though some are true exercise rock stars, there is a nice demographic mixture of persons with varying degrees of fitness. I was made to feel totally comfortable, welcomed, inspired, and encouraged. I’m SOLD.

I have spent most of my adult life avoiding sweat. Then Groupon posted a deal for Stadium Fitness that even I couldn’t pass up. I’m a later-​in-​life college student whose lifestyle has been horribly inactive due to class loads and schedule changes every semester, so I was a bit nervous about starting to workout at Stadium Fitness. Every bit of apprehension was alleviated the minute David met me and another newbie at the gate on that first evening. After discussing our fitness levels (on a scale of 1 – 10, my level was in the negative numbers), David stressed how we should always do what we felt comfortable doing and not push ourselves further than our capabilities. I was absolutely amazed at the constant encouragement given out by David and Nikki and my fellow fitness companions. Also, the success stories that I met are inspiring!
My Groupon month has evolved into a membership, and I’ve been faithfully attending classes for nearly 3 months. Slowly but steadily, my endurance and abilities are increasing, I’m noticing changes in how my clothes fit, and best of all, my daughter, a health and fitness buff, totally digs how my vocabulary is changing to include exercise terms.
Stadium Fitness workouts are challenging and sweat-​inducing, but I can’t even imagine them not being part of my life, now.

I found Stadium Fitness through a Groupon. Right after purchasing it, I injured my knee and had to have surgery. After months of rehab I was finally cleared for exercise and contacted Jodie at SF. I told her about my knee and she said not to worry because the trainers would be able to work around it. The great thing is, they did! The classes were still challenging and very effective. After only a month my fitness level has improved to the point that I can now do the regular workouts.
Additionally, the trainers and other workout-​ers (??) are fun people to be around which makes the time fly by. Before you know it, you’ll have been running the stadium stairs for 30 minutes straight. If you’re looking for a class that will kick your butt without turning you into one of those crossfit junkies who go around telling anyone and everyone about their «new personal records», try Stadium Fitness.

AMAZING! The people, the venue, and the fitness all exceeded my expectations! The workout is challenging and different every time. I have always considered myself an athlete doing everything from mud runs to half marathons but this is what I really have been looking for for the past 12 years! It is always a different mix of pounding out the stairs in the Rose Bowl and weights and abs in the locker room. No matter what your fitness level, you will find it challenging and rewarding! All the trainers have the most positive and encouraging personalities with enough high fives to go around! David, Jodie, Nikki, and AB will always push you to achieve your personal best while working within your limits. I have been an avid runner, spinner, gym goer, what ever you name over the past 12 years and I have finally found my workout heaven at Stadium Fitness! I am hooked and will be a client for life! If you’re considering it, go for it… you will not regret it! There’s nothing like getting your sweat on the day before game day at the Rose Bowl as they stripe the field. Beyond compare, excellent, exceptional, unmatched… I can’t say enough great things about Stadium Fitness and all the amazing trainers!

If I can describe Stadium Fitness workouts in one word, it would be:
EFFECTIVE
Before I took my first class, the thought of running stadium stair sounded like a nightmare. As someone with PCOS, losing weight has been close to impossible. When I was diagnosed with PCOS last year, I cut out a lot of my favorite foods and upped the exercise. While I felt great by staying active and eating healthy, I wasn’t losing weight.
But. after 7 weeks of these high intensity workouts, I dropped 2 dress sizes! The stairs don’t lie. No matter what shape you are in before starting these workouts, you will be challenged. And the stronger you get, the more you can do and the better you feel. Its WIN-​WIN!
And the best part is that you have the moral support of the group and amazing trainers that encourage and push you every step of the way. If you have an injury, they always work around it. And did I mention no 2 workouts are the same?! Your mind and body will never be bored.
Whether you are looking to lose weight, get in shape, cross train, or add something different into your workout, come out to the bowl and give it a try!

This workout is AWESOME! Not only is it challenging, but it’s fun! The coaches are great and make you feel like family from Day 1. You’ll feel great both during the workout and afterwards. I started working out with them and what were the results? Weight loss, better sleep, more energy, better self-​esteem, a bigger smile, less stress, and meeting wonderful people. On top of the workouts, they host gatherings and events to hang out — very very fun!
And then, shortly after I started Stadium Fitness, I found out I was pregnant. The coaches were just absolutely wonderful by tailoring the workouts to make sure the baby is safe and healthy. And this is the case if you have injuries or pretty much anything. They will make it work for you and they will make it fun for you at the same time! These workouts have helped with preventing swelling/​bloating during the pregnancy. I also know I will drop the weight right after delivering because it’s prevented me from gaining any maternal fat! On top of that, it’s put me in such a good mood! When I stopped skipping workouts, I am just the happiest pregnant lady out there! Not sleeping through the night — gone! Back pains — gone! Tiredness — gone! Bad moods — gone! I’m not emotional or anything! Then I hear these horror stories of women taking 12+ hours for delivery, and my Ob/​Gyn says these workouts will shortenen the pushing time and post-​delivery recovery time significantly. Who doesn’t want that?
Not only did they tailor my workouts, but they became fantastic resources too! I found my Ob/​Gyn through them, a place for daycare, general advice, and just so much. They’re not only your coach… they’re your family! Feel like you need someone to just vent to? Stadium Fitness will be your friend too by listening and just making you feel better!
I love going to Stadium Fitness! I highly recommend to anyone!

I found this place on a Groupon and thought it would be awesome to work out inside the Rose Bowl! As much as I was anticipating the experience I procrastinated and waited until the Groupon was set to expire before activating it. I thought I would not be able to use it since I waited until the last minute, which I am ok with, but I was pleasantly surprised by the quick and excited response from Jodee. Not only did she tell me it was no big deal, she also followed up with me the day of my first scheduled class and told me who I should talk to once I arrive. When I arrived at the Rose Bowl I had someone who was waiting for me to show me around and introduce me to the trainers, it was awesome.
The moment you step inside the Rose Bowl you get the cool factor. I figured the classes would be small since the customer service was so outstanding, I was wrong, the classes are huge, usually 15 people minimum per session. The trainers blurt out commands but then they take the time to make sure you are doing everything correctly and will answer questions if you have them. They like to kick your ass with a blitz of stairs, core exercises, some light weights and a lot of natural body weight moves. The trainers are fantastic and personable, David in particular is very welcoming to any and all. They lay out a routine that will have you dripping sweat but it is all dependent on how hard you want to work, they aren’t pushers… I like to get pushed so I try and bang out each routine and when I do they say… OOOhhhh you’re already done… then you can do an extra lap… GO!
If you are looking for a cardio and core workout then this is definitely the place. I am a runner so I see Stadium Fitness as an opportunity to work in sprints and tons (and tons) of stairs… I love it.

What a great workout! Imagine working out inside one of the most famous stadiums in the country? Running the stairs in the fresh air and lifting weights in the locker rooms are special highlights you get to experience with these workouts. Not to mention that trainer/​owner, David is especially talented at supportively challenging you to push yourself to get an effective workout in. This is so fun… it’s takes the ‘work’ out of workout!

I highly recommend Stadium Fitness if you are looking for a fun, challenging and unique workout. No matter what your fitness level is the trainers will push you to achieve maximum results while also letting you workout at a pace that is comfortable for you. In every class there are people of all fitness levels so there is always someone you can match your pace with.
I have been going to Stadium Fitness for about a year and I absolutely love it! Each workout is a mix of cardio, weights and abs so by the of the hour I always feel like I got a good mix of everything I needed. My favorite part of Stadium Fitness are the trainers. They are motivational, caring and so much fun! Second favorite part — running the stairs and the field: two things you can’t get in the gym.
Bottom line: if you are looking for a fun, challenging exercise routine give Stadium Fitness a try. You won’t be disappointed!

Stadium Fitness is a great (tough but do-​able) workout in an awesome location. Some folks are super fit and some, like me, are very novice, but all of us get a great workout. There’s just something about all those stadium steps and tunnels that makes it perfect for all types. I couldn’t make it to the Stadium top (77^th step!) when I first started, now I get upset if I don’t make it up at least 5 times a workout. This isn’t just running up and down steps, there is cardio work, weight workouts, butt-​burners, and my dread-​killer abs workout. David is an awesome trainer that somehow gets each of us to add an extra tunnel or two to our workout without yelling or forcing us. But, this isn’t an easy workout at all. Far as I can tell, all of us get a maximum workout and challenge every single time. Give it a try and you’ll find yourself strangely wanting to come back!