Baby Boot Camp

I took this class for 6 sessions. They meet at near the carousel near the children’s playground. I can say that Cecilia really helped me. I had and issue with my abs and she correctly identified it and helped me modify the workout so that I could still participate. Thanks to her, I think my ab issue is much improved now and I’m back to running. I’m really glad that she caught it. I would suggest to anyone thinking about trying this class to go ahead and do it. Some of the participants in the class spend more time chatting then working out, but if you focus on the exercises and attend several times a week, you’ll reap the benefits in as little as a few weeks.

Cecilia is an awesome instructor!!! Try your first class for free, I guarantee you’ll be back for more!!!

Baby Boot Camp with Heather at the Golden Gate Gate Park is awesome. I started going when my daughter was just 6 weeks old and now that she’s almost 10 months old we keep on enjoying the workouts in the park. I run from my house to the park and get warmed up before Heather starts the routine of the day, which keeps you active the entire hour! Heather knows all about exercises during pregnancy as well as postpartum exercises. She’s checking that you are doing the workouts correctly and and helps out taking care of the babies in case they are fussy so you can finish the routine. It’s just great to get out of the house, meet other moms and exercise at the same time. I’ve made some really nice friends there with whom I exchange baby tips all the time. For special holidays, Heather organizes fun activities after the workout, like picnics, valentines day crafts, father’s day cards, etc. It’s super fun and I love going to class. It’s a great way of starting your day. I definitely recommend joining Heather and the rest of us!

Baby boot camp is a great way to get some exercise, meet some fellow moms, and spend time with your baby at the same time. It’s not an intimidating group at all– very welcoming. But be prepared to be super sore the next day!
Michelle is a great and supportive leader!

I really love this baby boot camp! I started going when my son was around 11 weeks old and kept with it pretty consistently (he’s now almost 6 months). I was going stir crazy at home after weeks of recovery from a c section. It felt so great to be out of the house (!) outside in beautiful GG park and it was so nice to connect with other moms! Michelle the instructor is great-​a warm, friendly person who provides us with an excellent workout. She has a good sense of humor and has three small kids so really gets it!
As a new stay at home mom who used to work outside of the house full time, I really appreciate incorporating this boot camp into my new routine. I feel happier and stronger and am a better, more patient mom to my little one thanks to Michelle and this class. I highly recommend trying out a class (the first class is free so you have nothing to lose!)

Michelle’s bootcamp is awesome for so many reasons! One — you get to meet new moms who are in the same place as you. It’s so welcoming to become friends with these women and see them every other day with their babies. Two — we get to workout outside in Golden Gate park. Three — If our babies start to fuss or cry, it’s perfect ok to stop working out to feed or change them. Or even pick them up and do squats with them so you can continue your work out. And if all else fails, Michelle will happily push your stroller around a bit or hold your baby, so you can continue to work out. Which leads me to point number four — Michelle is an awesome and fun instructor. She’s tough, don’t get me wrong. But she makes it fun and she’s always making sure we are working out in good form. She knows her stuff! If you are thinking about doing this bootcamp, just do it!

Baby Boot Camp in Golden Gate Park is AWESOME! You won’t regret it (well, except when you’re huffing and puffing because Michelle works you so hard!) — seriously, it is awesome. The women are incredible and Michelle is a tremendous motivator. Every workout is different and she makes the most of every minute!

I had a severe case of the baby-​blues when I had my baby, six months ago. It was a confusing time, as I was so happy to have my healthy baby boy, but could not pull myself out of a feeling of depression. I read a book about how to deal with depression without medication and it suggested incorporating five aspects into daily life: Social Interaction, Exercise, Sunlight, Sleep, and Omega-​3s. I started eating well (Omega-​3s), napping when my son was napping (sleep) and Baby Boot Camp (the rest!).
It may sound cheesy, but Baby Boot Camp has truly changed my life, since I’ve had my son. I look forward to working out, not only for the exercise, but to see the other women who attend the class, as they have become my friends. We trade tips, stories and smiles, all while getting a workout that provides much-​needed energy. Michelle is great at motivating us to push ourselves and to work toward results. She is more than happy to tend to a fussy baby while counting out reps and paying attention to form. She considers the vibe of the class and customizes each workout accordingly.
I am in a smaller size of jeans than I was before I got pregnant, and I have no doubt that Michelle and her class are to thank! More importantly, I am a better and happier mom because of Baby Boot Camp.

Michelle Pender’s baby boot camp classes are awesome! Through her classes I was able to get back in to shape, get out of my post-​baby funk, meet other cool moms and adorable babies, and get out of the house– all HUGE accomplishments just weeks after having a baby. Especially when I was convinced I may never walk again– let alone work out.
Michelle knows a ton about fitness, is challenging but still accommodating (she has 3 children herself so she knows) to special needs, and she is great with the babies. The times are good for little nappers and every class is different, so you get a total workout. If you are having a baby, this is the best thing you can do for yourself postpartum.

Michelle also teaches boot camp at Upper Noe Rec Center (MWF 4 – 5 pm). She’s very good at tailoring the program so we each get a really great workout — despite our various aches and pains… In the last 6 months, I’ve lost 15 lbs and 2 sizes and gained great muscle tone. I’m lousy at motivating myself so I just show up and she makes sure I get the job done.

This is such a great idea. Being on Maternity Leave can make you feel very couped up. This is a great way to get out of the house, enjoy the park and not feel bad about abandoning your baby for an hour to do something for yourself. Plus its a great way to connect with other Moms. Its a win-​win for your and your baby! :) I absolutely loved Michelle as an instructor, she challenges you and keeps the class interesting so the hour flies by.

Best way to shed the baby weight, get outside and meet other moms!
I have been going to baby bootcamp since I was eight weeks postpartum. It has been about two months now that I go 1−2x/week. I highly recommend it, here’s why:
— great total workout! It has helped me shed all of my baby weight and then some!
— great way to get outdoors and enjoy SF
— great socializing with other moms
— Michelle is amazing! She’s a great trainer (helps you protect your body, motivates you, targets the spots you want/​need to address), is a total sweetheart, and a mom herself so she gets it.
There is no stress to show up exactly on time (everyone understands it is hard to be on time with baby) or for your baby to behave a certain way. Michelle helps you out if your baby is crying whether that is customizing moves for you if you need to hold the baby or rocking your stroller while you work out (or just being supportive of you attending to baby).
I just can’t say enough about Michelle and this great program! Check it out!

I started going to Michelle’s boot camp when my son was 8 weeks old (when getting out of the house itself was a huge ordeal!) In addition to being such a motivating workout coach, she is also a mom of three kids so is very supportive to the stressors of being a new mom. She is willing to do whatever it takes to make sure you get a good workout (including singing to your child to make them stop crying while you are doing squats!!) I cannot recommend this enough to any mom who is looking to get fit in a fun way!

Michelle truly loves what she does. Even if you are not an athlete by nature, I guarantee you will enjoy this class. One of the best parts is the comfortable environment that allows you to sweat and get back into shape after pregnancy, while also tending to your baby/​toddler. Not only do I love the class, but my daughter also enjoys watching me and the other moms work out.
Each class is different, which I enjoy so that it challenges me every time. Michelle pushes you, but also helps you alter any exercises so that you are comfortable and working out at your own fitness level. I would highly recommend her class to anyone who wants to get back into shape and spend quality time with your child as well as other moms while doing so.

I started coming to Michelle Pender’s baby boot camp when my baby was 4 ½ months old. She is friendly, outgoing, and very knowledgable about fitness. After every class I can really feel that I got a great workout! My husband is jealous of the arm muscles I am developing as a result of Michelle’s class. I am now almost at my prepregnancy weight, but definitely stronger (my baby is now 6 ½ months old).
In addition to being a great workout, Michelle creates a real community atmosphere. It is great to meet new moms and their babies. It really helps with that lonely feeling of being a new parent.
I highly recommend Baby Boot Camp!

Excellent way to get fit after having a baby. I started bootcamp with Michelle when my baby was about 6 weeks and had amazing results. By the time my baby was 4 months, I was weighed less than when I got pregnant and felt great. Also, it was great to meet other mothers and share stories and experiences. Now I am back at work, I really miss Michelle’s bootcamp but highly recommend it to everyone who I know who is having a baby.

If any mommies need a push out the door after having a baby, I highly recommend Baby Boot Camp. I started going to Baby Boot Camp when my baby was almost four months old. I’ve attended an average of 2 – 3 classes per week and love it. I only wish I found it sooner. Michelle, the instructor, is great. She caters to your needs, so if you have any injuries, post-​pregnancy bladder control issues, or just a screaming baby, she can work around it. She’s also a personal trainer and sometimes bring her own three kids. She welcomes babies of all ages, little newborns to any older kid willing to come with their mom. So far, I’ve seen results in my arms, and I would probably see results in my abs were it not for my love of sugar. The class is one hour four days a week and we do anything from jogging, «fire fighter runs,» jump squats, push ups, etc. Then we use the elastic bands and get killer arm workouts, followed by abs. It’s a tough workout for some, but she makes it a lot of fun. I’ve actually met several great people here who all have the same goal — getting fit after pregnancy. She also offers weekend classes for those mommies who are already back to work. This has probably been the best thing I’ve done for myself since having my baby.