DC Fit 10

«The workouts designed by Fitness Trainer Deanna Cordova are a series of well thought out and varied exercises designed for you to achieve your goals.»
As an editor, I sit at a computer all day — every day. It had taken its toll on my posture, bones, and even my walk. But working out several times a week with Deanna Cordova, who has an advanced degree in kinesiology, has not only helped build up my muscles, it has freed me from the pain caused by a sedentary work style. Deanna designed workouts for me that focused on movement and those specific muscles needed to tolerate the rigors of editing so that at the end of the day my back and hips would not hurt. A very big plus is that she documents my progress with mini-​videos, to which she gives feedback, so that we can see what needs improvement or change and work to make that happen. Welcome to the digital age of personal training.
I am not a person who can be enticed by challenges and slogans. I just want a workout that works and I want to enjoy it. I exercise to increase my stamina, strength, and improve my posture. For instance, about 15 to 20 different exercises per hour with thick resistance bands and mat work punctuated by side-​stepping exercises and walking with weights increased my stamina and corrected my posture. I found that the very best and most fun, yes fun, exercise for back muscles is being tethered with a very long resistance harness to Deanna while trudging across Stead Park in the early morning hours. She even gave me an exercise for editor’s eyes: «Look out the window and to the horizon, then down at your desk, then back to the horizon, and then down again. Repeat.» It works like a mini-​massage for your eyes.
If you want a full and comprehensive workout, whether you are 23 or 63 years old, get to DCFit 10, with Deanna Cordova. Your body will thank you every day.
— Maggie, Personal Training Client — Training with Coach Cordova since 2010

Deanna Cordova, who runs DC Fit 10, is an exceptionally talented trainer and motivator. She works harder than any trainer I’ve ever seen to develop targeted workouts that are never the same twice. She is so enthusiastic and dedicated to the client’s improvement that you can’t help but work your hardest. D is very well educated — she B.S. and M.S. degrees in Kinesiology and has been a lifelong athlete. She is dedicated to being the best at her profession, and is constantly learning more. She makes a special point of learning about her clients special needs and conditions. You will notice that she trains both men and women, and people from their 20’s through at least 70. I should also mention that D has developed a fantastic group of people around her, including both other trainers and the participants in her small group workouts daily at 7 and Saturdays at 8:30. Her clients have become a group of friends who encourage and cheer one another on. I highly recommend DC Fit 10!

I’m a Lifer
Deanna and her team at DCFit10 are not only committed to health and well being, they have a contagious passion for life.
I’ve worked with a lot of other trainers who typically make up a work out on the fly. She and her team take their profession very seriously and carefully plan each workout well in advance. I workout in the morning boot camp 5 times a week and no session is ever the same; D is careful to target specific muscle groups to ensure rest between workouts.
If you take a look at the pictures, you will notice that her clients come in ALL shapes, sizes, and age groups. Deanna offers great advice and modifications to ensure that everyone is consistently engaged and working at their max.
BONUS — Deanna keeps in regular contact via social media, email, or texts between session to continually encourage and keep us motivated.
All in all, Deanna is an inspiration and DCFit10 is the best part of my day. Who looks forward to 7 am workouts, this girl — even think I know how hard they will be!

Deanna (D) and her DC Fit 10 crew are among the best trainers I’ve ever come across and I’ve had a lot over the years. As I forge through my weight loss — fitness goals –ups & downs — and just life in general, D and her crew have become a common denominator who help steer me in the right direction, bring me back down to earth, or just make me laugh. The workouts are challenging and D really knows what she’s doing. The workouts are always different — a mix of cardio, strength, HIIT — a true total body workout. D is extremely knowledgable and is always willing to answer my questions and explain why we’re doing what we’re doing. She is constantly learning about the latest happenings in her field and does the workouts herself to try them out. She gives me just the right amount of «tough love» to get me through a workout and can adjust in the moment to your needs — I have some knee and wrist issues that D always makes sure to ask about and we modify as needed. I’ve always been told by D and her crew that they won’t make us do something that they wouldn’t do themselves or that they didn’t think we could truly accomplish. This mantra is hard to come by in trainers and I really appreciate how honest and open the DC Fit 10 crew is. Whether the session is one-​on-​one or small group training, I always feel like D is attentive and making sure my form is correct. Everyone that works out with DC Fit 10 is great. When you join a group for a workout everyone is super friendly, inclusive, encouraging, and supportive!
To be honest this is probably the best I’ve felt in a long time. I have a lot of energy — I look forward to working out in the mornings (most days ;)). I feel strong and confident that I’m working towards being the best me I can be. A few weeks ago I went to what people kept telling me was the hardest class at another gym and I totally held my own in the class and felt pretty awesome afterward. D and her crew have a lot to do with this and I’m very happy to be a part of the DC Fit 10 Family.
Space and Logistics: It’s in a very convenient location on Conn Ave in Dupont, in between two red line stops with a bus stop across the street. The studio where the workouts are is great. D has all sorts of fitness equipment that keep me on my toes! As far as the logistics of DC Fit 10 — the MindBody App and online version are super easy to use. I use the app to schedule out my small group training sessions. Once I sign up it populates my google calendar and sends me reminders. I haven’t had a problem finding a time that works with my schedule — DC Fit 10 is very flexible and accommodating.
I highly recommend DC Fit 10! I would have given more stars if allowed.

Aging may inevitably bring injuries and illness along the way, but «doing nothing» is NO longer an option, now that I have started working out with Deanna («D») Cordova. Though an early beneficiary of Title IX, and coached by some of the most dedicated coaches on earth (many were generous volunteers), I only had one coach, at the collegiate level, who had any real expertise in conditioning. Once I got out of school and stopped playing sports, I was lost, and busy, and most days I just defaulted to running to stay in shape (and sane!). Eventually – injuries and life caught up, and after turning 50, I seemed to face one injury after another – mostly from overuse of my knees and joints. I was slowly becoming resigned to spending the rest of my life indoors, on an elliptical, but, thankfully, a running coach I was working with recommended I start working out with D. From the beginning, I was impressed and assured by her expertise, creativity and dedication. And within a couple sessions, D and her workouts totally convinced me that with her holistic, smart approach to conditioning, I could not only continue to run, but would become even more fit and more healthy along the way. And I have! And I have NEVER had more fun working out! Sign up TODAY to work out with D – it will be the best money you have ever spent on yourself!

If you wonder what the difference is between training yourself and training with a highly educated, enthusiastic, motivating trainer… give Deanna Cordova a try. within a month of starting training with her, you will start to notice you are in the best shape you’ve been in for years, maybe ever. I work out with a small group with Deanna, twice a week. She individualizes the workout for all of us, based on our goals, our strengths, any injuries, and anything else. Her flexibility and responsiveness is great. And she sticks with you to help you get to those goals. Equally important, you are so engaged and having so much fun that the training time flies by. Do not delay! Try training with DC FIT10. you won’t regret it.