Lift West Hollywood

I’m soooooo sad this place closed down. It was my favorite gym in Weho. I could walk here from home and the membership price was fair. The trainers were so nice you really felt a sense of community here. Now that they’ve closed I have no idea where I will be getting my workouts in. All the other gyms are either too corporate or too small. Woe is me. I really really hope another gym opens up in this location and I hope it will still have that sense of community.

WOW! — Rude, curt and just nasty on the phone. If you’re having a bad day you really shouldn’t take it out on potential customers. Guess I can strike that one off my list without even having to waste my time to scope it out. Thanks!

I come to this gym because of Adel. Over the last 5 years, I’ve had several different personal trainers who I’ve met and worked out with, but it was Adel that really changed the way I look, feel, and carry myself in regards to health and fitness. Adel is serious, dedicated, and won’t sugar coat anything until you experience results.

I started to train with Adel Nasirifar 6 months ago. He is very talented and knows the body well. I reached my goal, lost a lot of weight and my body completely changed. I feel amazing in my skin and I’ve never been so strong like now! I highly recommend to train with Adel, if you want to get in shape!
Thank you Adel, see you on Monday :))

I went to Lift West Hollywood Gym to train with Adel.
Adel is one of the most dedicated, advanced and professional trainers who truly cares about people and their well being. And I know what I’m talking about I had several trainers and met a lot before I finally found him! Adel lives, breathes, eats fitness! :)
I absolutely love working-​out with Adel. He will make your goal a reality.
He knows what he is talking about, foods, diet, complements, exercices and also health. which is paramount for him. He will push you knowing your limits, what is good for you. Always there to encourage you and motivate you. He is inspirational and transformational! I never felt healthier and more confident. Adel is a phenomenal trainer and person!
He encourages and supports your journey. After only a couple of sessions, you will
start feeling great, younger, sexier, and notice a greater vibrancy in your overall
health and well being. I reached my goal (two size down for my best friend’s wedding in 6 weeks). He checks on me to make sure I am serious with my diet, celebrates each of my success. He keeps in regular contact through texts, emails too. I totally recommend Adel. Training with him is the best investment you can put on yourself!

I think the best thing about this gym is that most people are nice. If you walk in there, you are bound to find at least a couple kind individuals. The two guys who work the desk are most certainly helpful and great people, especially Fernando.
As an ex-​division-​one athlete, the gym quality is quite good — they have all the machines you need, and it seems like it is built for speed and convenience. This holds true for the restrooms as well because there is only one or two toilets and then one shower. There are only about 10 lockers, which are never all in use since people are typically in a hurry.
The cardio equipment is good, as it has several ellipticals, treadmills, a stairmaster, a and a spin bike. Dumb bells range from 3 lbs to 110 (or 120) lbs, which is very nice. On the second floor is where you will find the restrooms/​locker rooms, and right outside of those is a stretching and aerobic area. Although I have not had any experience with it, there is a chiropractor on the second level.
I would recommend this gym to anyone who likes to be productive and not just go to the gym to get your social fix.

The only reason I gave it 4stars is because nobody believes 5star reviews so in my head it actually is 5star! I love it here.
I’ve never felt the need for a trainer being in naturally good shape, after training for a few sessions with Mario chin
I instantly saw the error of my ways.
He is energetic, supportive and friendly but tough enough to give you the instant gains/​loses you need. He has a gift for sculpting bodies and I’m just gutted he’s so popular as you can’t have him exclusively ha ha the dude is genius and will train me from now on

I’ve been receiving personal training from Mario Chin (
) at this gym for about 6 months, and have made tremendous gains on account of Mario’s dedication to his clients, and our intense work outs which get results!

I have been working with ADEL for the past 9 months. I am the healthiest I have ever been and I feel so good about myself. When I started I could barely run for 2 minutes and I was having chronic back and shoulder pain due to nature of my job. I was about to faint at my first training session. Now I feel so fit and healthy and all my pain is gone. my body and core strength has improved so much. He is very motivating and He always pushes me to my limit and I look forward to going to the gym every time. He is very kind, professional and pleasant to work with. I strongly recommend him to everyone. He is simply awesome.

This time one year ago, I was 40+ pounds overweight and disgusted with myself. I had experienced a lot of hardships including the loss of one of my closest relatives. I was always lean in the past and I kept myself pretty active, but for a period in 2012 — 2013, I didn’t care about my personal health. I ate whatever I wanted and I became a fat ass. I’m a naturally optimistic person and I’m extremely driven, so I knew holing myself up in a misery cave would only be temporary. When I decided to finally step out and face the world again, I started boxing at a gym down the street from me. The trainer there really didn’t care about his job and basically just collected money from poor souls such as myself. He sold me gloves that were too small, he taught me poor fighting techniques, and he would train others during my «one on one» sessions with him.
I would pass by Lift on my morning runs, which were more fulfilling than those lame ass boxing sessions would ever be. One day, I decided to peek inside and see what this gym was all about. I met Fernando Serrano at the front desk, who referred me to Ervin Mahan, when I told him I was seeking a personal trainer. Ervin Mahan looked me up and down and asked me what I wanted to do. I told him, «I want to get fit.» Ervin said, «You have a great physique. When can you start?» I said, «Tomorrow.» And I never went back to that wack aforementioned boxing gym again.
Little did I know, Ervin had a reputation for making some of his clients puke from his intense workouts. Never me, but my first week training with him, I couldn’t sleep at night because my body was so sore and contorted. However, this cat was so amazingly positive, enthusiastic, and motivating– I kept coming back to Lift for more punishment. Eventually, my training sessions with Ervin Mahan became the highlights of my week. Over time, this man turned me into an athlete. He emphasized core strength and constantly shocked all of my muscle groups. I never knew what to expect from my next workout with him. One day we might be running 6.3 miles throughout West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, followed by military style circuit training. Or we might be incorporating a nice mix of free weights and machines, interspersed with plyometric exercises. I simply followed orders and this made me ready for anything. I’m no longer a fat boy, I am now a Super Hero in Training.
I used to think I had no family in LA, but if I could choose a big brother, it would be Ervin Mahan aka «Pookie.» This man has helped change my life and he has superseded the mere title of personal trainer. He has become a dear friend.

This is a very good gym for working with a trainer. It has an easy going but serious vibe. All of the trainers seem friendly and courteous to each other and each other’s clients and they keep it clean. Parking is easy in the lot albeit you have to pay $ 4 each time on top of the cost of the training session.
I wouldn’t and don’t work out here without a trainer. The equipment is not that good nor is it large enough to justify the cost of going here unless you are working with a trainer.

what a dump.
super old inefficient machines. the room is a mess. there is grime on all the machines. half the machines dont have pins. suuuuuuuper old crapy ellipticals.
very small. only like two spray bottles in the place. old ugly lights. people are nice but the place is a dump.
30 bucks a month may be worth it but NO WAY 60. and 30 bucks for the power plate!!! its a regular machine that you plug in and press a button. so lame. ill be moving on after my 3 weeks

I guess mine is one of those typical posts but I truly hated going to the gym. Don’t get me wrong I love sports and have been very active my whole life and even have semi professional experiance with soccer but going to the gym always felt, boring, repetetive and all and all, not for me.
About 9 month ago I decided I’m getting older and I need to have a excersize routin that is controlled and can’t be interrupted each time I get hurt on the pitch (and it is happening more and more as I age.) Plus I wanted to have a better body as well.
I was introduced to Adel at Lift through a friend of mine and he has truly changed my view of the gym experiance. Not only my sessions are not boring, I look forward to them. I recommend him to all those that don’t know how to start. He educates me on every exercise and benefits of it. He is quite knowlegable when it comes to right nutrition and can guide you on a correct diet to reach your goals. I feel healthier since I eat better and can actually see and feel my progress.

There is a difference between working out and training and the Trainers at this facility know it! Adel Nasirifar is an Excellent Trainer! My exercise program with him is combination of weight training and Plyometrics, it is
just the right amount of tough! There is nothing more inspirational when you hire a Trainer that trains hard themselves. Training is Adel’s Profession and it shows… if you are looking to get your body to a new level hire him!

This is a review of a particular trainer– ADEL N. — at LIFT. And a GOOD ONE !
Ive been working out at LIFT for many years– on and off. Its strictly a place thats for people who prefer to train with a trainer ONE TO ONE.
They have an excellent core group of trainers. The staff is helpful, and friendly. The equipment is abit old– but it works. This is the place to go if you want to change your body.
I was working with a trainer for about a year. He was good for me. He had to move, gave me advanced notice and we both discussed who I may switch to. Thats the good thing about this place. The trainers are real professionals and theres someone who will help you.
Adel started off with me TOUGH.
This is what you want to change your body.
I didn’t know at the time but I believe he was simply testing me and my core strength.
At times I was going to give up. It was like boot camp with him. Again, if you want to change your body you cannot expect to do so easily. I do not think he’s gotten softer-​IVE GOTTEN MUCH STRONGER, HARDER. :)
I started in mid November– (2 – 3 times a week) and while Ive changed some habits– eating etc etc– simply these two days a week over 8 weeks Ive dropped easily 2 – 3 pounds of pure fat– noticeably bigger and more cut up.
Adel is unusual. He is in top shape– and knows how to get YOU there.
He is very intuitive. He is a NATURAL TEACHER. That is key. He will not give up on you in assuring he has taught you what to do properly. And you do it properly.
He’s also extremely professional and kind.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE.
Joe

Close and convenient, great membership options and they have nearly everything you would need for a basic work out.
This is quite a no frills place and most of the people there are with personal trainers, hence the name, but it is also cheap, easy and well setup.

First off I love this facility! The people are so friendly and the energy is positive.
I train with Adel here, and he has completely changed my life. Not only have I gained balance and strength, but he is so well educated that he helps me with my diet, has given me personal exercised to help my posture (I sit for 8 hours a day for my job– bye bye back pain). Adel is one of the best things to ever happen to me. I didn’t just hire a trainer, I gained a friend.

Last year one day, I realized that the definition of insanity applies to my fitness life goals and I need to stop whatever I’m doing and find another source to take it up a notch. I cancelled my $ 180 monthly membership at Equinox of Beverly Hills and decided to look around for a trainer. This time I was serious and wanted to create a change in my life and fitness goals. I found Adel Nasirifar of Be fit with ADEL through a great source/​referral. I hired him and decided to challenge my mind and make things happen differently this time. He introduced me to Train.
I love train. I started going here right after I moved to West Hollywood. Today, 9 months after I have a body that I love. This is just getting better everyday. The location is convenient and staff are super friendly. They open early if I need to work out at 6 am. Most ppl are with trainers there so it’s like a giant class. I highly recommend it if you are ready for a change. Simply hire a trainer, mine is great yet every trainer there works hard and the are all amazing.
Good luck guys…
As Nike says: «Just do it»

This review is for the facilities only and not the independent personal trainers or sessions here.
They have a decent amount of treadmills, however they have only one recumbent bike (which is always in use) and one eliptical with the swinging arms (which is also always in use). They have a good amount of weights here, but some things are very dirty. Sometimes the bathroom is out of toilet paper /​paper towels and they need to refill the soaps more often. Also I noticed the mats they have are very very very filthy (i.e. BLACK and falling apart) so it would get another star if they replaced all of those out.
It gets hot here sometimes and they close pretty early on Sats. Having said all that, I think the $ they charge for gym usage per month is a bit steep. I would pay $ 30 per month to come here, but not $ 60.

I absolutely LOVE my Power Plate workout with Rachael!
The workout is only 30 minutes, but after you are done you feel like you exercised for at least an hour. You do the entire workout on a vibrating plate, which helps with balance and also makes your muscles contract. I can really feel the difference. It’s a full body workout and Rachael is the sweetest… but don’t let that fool you, she will work your butt-​off!
The class is small (only 4 people per session) so she really tailors the workout to the people in the class. It is also nice because if you go at the same time every week, you can really get to know the people in your class.
She also takes the time to make sure you have proper form for everything so you get the most out of each set – I can finally do a proper push-​up! I’m not sure how she does it in such a fast paced class, but somehow it just works.
I drive all the way from Westwood (which is a hike at rush-​hour) just for my morning workout with Rachael. I could go to a place closer, but it is so worth the trip for these results and such an awesome class. I have been working out twice a week with her for about a month now, and already fit into my skinny jeans again! I have never done anything like it before, but now I am totally hooked.
As for the gym itself, I don’t use a lot of the equipment (way too tired after my Power Plate class), but I can tell you that every single person there is incredibly friendly. There are a ton of trainers and I have talked to a few of them, they go out of their way to say hello. They are all very nice and the people at the desk are super helpful (they helped me sign up for my PP classes online, which is nice and convenient).