Sly King Fitness

Thank you Dave Stanton and Sly King Fitness for the great workout. I’m so inspired and excited to finally be headed in the right physical direction. I’ve always been an active person but now I’m going to the next level. Thank you!

I love coming to training, the gym is always so clean and everyone is so friendly! Working on reaching all of the goals I have with a hilarious and motivating trainer wouldn’t be the same somewhere else! ⁸⁄₈ would recommend Randy if you wanna get In shape and reach your goals!

I had been struggling with getting myself motivated to get back into shape after suffering a major loss of a loved one. I was never the type of person that «needed» to work out with a trainer as I had been an athlete my whole life. That being said, I chose to take the plunge and seek out someone to help me regain my confidence in the gym. I am a very private person so the thought of working with one of the trainers at my gym did not appeal to me. Sly King Fitness affords you the opportunity to have 1:1 training without it being social hour. The trainers are all friendly and professional. I have been working with Randy for the last month and he keeps me on my toes. He «gently» pushes me each session and gradually increases weight and duration. He continues to work with me on correcting my form and helps me maximize my work outs so I am getting the most out of the exercises we do. I can’t say enough wonderful things other than I keep going back and can see the difference.

I started working out at Sly Fitness with Randy about 2 – 3 months ago & I LOVE IT! Everyone is so nice, the gym is always clean, & working out is no longer a chore.
Randy is a ton of fun to work out with and has a ton of knowledge about fitness, health, & wellness!
Not to mention the results!!! I am looking way more toned & my energy levels are much better.

As someone who never enjoyed going to the gym, I put little faith in the prospect of paying a personal trainer to watch me perform the exercises. However, this view immediately changed after my first session with Jane. Every workout has been just as educational as exhausting. Jane has explained each exercise beforehand and also answered (my inner 4-​year old) WHY questions anytime I bring them up. And during the exercise, she helps me to achieve the correct form to ensure that the right muscles are safely getting worked. If and when that little voice in my head tells me to QUIT, she’s right there calling me out and helping me finish.
As of this post I have been going to Sly King for 5 months. I cannot compare my experience to other Jack Bauer hour establishments because this is truly the first time in my life that I have consistently worked out at a gym. However, I can without a doubt confirm that my level of commitment to getting in shape is a direct result of the people that are involved at Sly King Fitness.

Sly King Fitness is the best gym I’ve ever been to. I’ve been working with Dave Stanton there for a little over three months and we’re both amazed at the progress I’ve made. Our workouts are never the same and never boring. You do have to keep an eye on him though; he does «sneaky» things like not telling you how long you’ve been planking, or jumping rope (ugh) until you’re done. It actually feels great to accomplish things that way.
At one point I was having a problem with my hip. We spent almost an entire session doing stretches with him doing the stretching. Whatever the problem was he fixed it and it hasn’t bothered me since. That was AWESOME! In our discussions it’s become clear to me that Dave is super knowledgeable about the human body and how best to develop it.
I really can’t say enough good stuff about Dave or the gym itself. It’s personal training at its best. If you’re serious about getting into shape, stop by Sly King Fitness and talk to them. In addition to excellent trainers, they also can help with your nutrition so everything you need is there.

I have been working out with Jane Rheinhardt for almost a year. She is an excellent, highly proficient trainer, possessing extensive fitness knowledge. I have never been more flexible and strong. Regardless of your age, she assesses your desires, needs, and goals, and tailors a program that is never boring and ever changing. The resulting work-​outs with her are fun but challenging. She works with the whole person mentally, emotionally and physically. Jane is passionate about fitness and it shows through her energy and enthusiasm in every session. My approach to fitness has changed because of Jane. She has my highest recommendation.

My teenage daughter and I (I am mid 50’s) started training 2 times a week with Sly about 3 months ago and we couldn’t be happier. We have seen more results faster than we had expected. (and we have trained with others in the past) What also really impresses me is how listens to what your goals really are and customizes the program for you. I only wanted upper body, she has different goals and neither of us wanted to look like body builders. (not that there is anything wrong with that). I think it’s pretty cool that he is totally committed and sincere in helping regular people like us in addition to all the professional athletes he trains. Add to it we are vegan and he is dedicated to making nutritional plans that work for us. The proverbial cherry on top is how personable he is. A genuinely nice guy. He even puts up with us harassing him about his east coast accent. The other trainers there that we interact with a bit (usually Jane and Dave) are very friendly as well making for a positive environment. Sly is a clean freak so it is always very clean, and parking has never been an issue for us.

I have been working out with Jane at Sly King for about 3 months, and I have nothing but rave reviews! I was super out of shaped and had gained some weight over the past few years, and i was not motivated to eat healthy or workout at all. With Jane, not only do i get a GREAT workout every session (guaranteed to be sore), but she is fun to train with. I can ALMOST say i like to work out now, but I can say I LOVE the results from working out, weight loss and more definition in my arms and legs!
Not only is Jane great to train with, she has also helped educate me on eating healthy, and tailoring my eating around my funny pescatarian diet. She gives me at homes exercises to do between training sessions to keep me in shape.
The gym is also nice because there are not a ton of people watching you as they walk in their treadmills like they do in a typical gym. Everyone there is training with someone, so everyone is in the same boat getting their butt kicked with you!
I would highly recommend Sly King fitneds, and Jane is GREAT!

I started training with Dave Stanton a few months ago and this review definitely deserves more stars than what the app allows. I have worked with a trainer before, and he didn’t come close to the knowledge and expertise that Dave has. Though it’s only been a few months, I have seen significant changes in my body and energy level. Once you do your initial free assessment, Dave goes over your goals, measurements and works out a realistic course of action to get you to where you want to be. I would recommend him to anyone, regardless of whether your goal is to lose weight or just tone and build muscle… he has the knowledge to get you there! If you’re considering personal training, call Dave and schedule a free assessment! You won’t be sorry. :)

Sly King fitness has changed my lifestyle immensely! My fitness and energy levels have increased tremendously! They are very professional and everything was custom-​made for me and my goals. I ordered my custom made meals designed for Weight loss and paired these up with my workouts. Overall the workouts are intense, the meals are delicious, and the experience was awesome! I definitely would recommend them for any and all personal training needs.

My fiancé and I wanted to get fit for our upcoming wedding. As of this review, we’ve been going to Sly for 3 months (2−3/week) and we’re seeing great results. Sly is very attentive and has catered to our needs. He has pushed us hard to perform in every workout and continues to challenge us. We are feeling better, looking better, and performing better! We are able to do exercises that we could not have done when we started and this is all thanks to Sly and his training. Be ready to put in work, he’s no joke, he will challenge you!

If you’re on the fence about getting a personal trainer I would advise you to DO IT! However, not all personal trainers are created equal. Sly and his team are the gold standard. I had a «free» session with a trainer at my local gym but it didn’t seem they really cared about my goals and just went through the motions. I was not inspired nor did I feel motivated. Sly actually listens to you. He genuinely cares about your goals and pushes you during the exercises. My workouts have never been the same routine. every day is a new way to workout a muscle you never knew you had. I am constantly physically sore, but it feels so good mentally. I currently drive 20 miles, twice a week, for the sessions with Sly. I wouldn’t make that drive if I didn’t think he was the best at what he does. I personally have not worked out with the other trainers but have seen them with their clients. It seems they all have built great relationships with their clients and really understand what personal training is all about. Its a great environment for you to hit your fitness goals.

Set up consult for sister. I was going to pay for her to get training due to a recent injury. Picked a trainer for their specific credentials. Went to consult. Could not get a call back to purchase sessions. Was always told it will be just one hour to get a call back. Never happened. I tried a few times.

I have been working out with Zoarel for the past six months — she always has a smile on her face as she pushes you to work hard! the workouts vary and I am very happy with the results. Plan on working hard and getting results.

I’ve been training with «Sly King Fitness» for over 3 years now and I love it! I found Sly to be very professional and knowledgeable. Prior to working out with Sly, I tore my ACL twice and MCL once on the same knee from recreational sports. I discussed my injuries with Sly and due to my background was able to take him into a surgery to observe a «Reconstructive ACL» case. Needless to say, Sly shocked me when he was able to converse with the surgeon as if he was a doctor himself by understanding the anatomy and its function down to rehabilitation! Sly has tremendously helped me strengthen my knee, on top of the added benefit of becoming healthier and looking better! Thank you Sly King Fitness!!!

I really think Sly is one of the best trainers around. He doesn’t use a cookie cutter approach; he designs my program just for me. I’ve lost weight (yay!) and even tho I often think that I don’t want to work out I keep going back as he makes it fun to sweat! Well done Sly!

I’ve been a client of Sly King Fitness for over years now. I’ve never been more pleased with my body. I’m leaner, yet stronger than I’ve ever been in my 36 years of life. Prior to training with Sly, I was struggling to lose weight despite working out often. I was actually bulking up in my arms with my own workouts (not an attractive thing for a female). My workouts with Sly have helped my arms to become lean and toned — I never think twice about wearing a sleeveless, spaghetti strap, or even strapless top! I’m a stronger runner now thanks to the overall conditioning Sly has helped me with. I believe he is able to adapt to every clients wishes, goals, and timelines. My workouts are always challenging but enjoyable thanks to Sly’s great personality, creativity, and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and exercise. I have and will continue to recommend him as a trainer to all of my family and closest friends.

Whether you are just starting out or are a professional athlete, Sly has the know-​how to make sure anyone succeeds. Not only is he a top notch personal trainer, he puts the emphasize on personal. He is genuinely interested in you as a person and your goals. I would be hard pressed to find another trainer as good as Sly.

Sly is the best personal trainer in San Diego. He truly cares for his clients. Not only does he provide you with great workouts but he also provides you with information regarding nutrition. He is very knowledgeable, hard working, and dedicated. I’ve been training with Sly for two years now and it’s been the best investment I’ve made. He has helped train me to run half marathons and to live a more healthy and fit lifestyle. His workouts are always changing which makes them exciting. I look forward to my workouts with him each week. He has helped me be in the best shape. I feel strong and fit thanks to his awesome personal training. He personalizes your workouts according to your goals. I highly recommend Sly King Fitness!!!

I started training with David Stanton a few short months before ToughMudder SoCal 2013. I had signed up for the event without much thought to how tough it was going to be. After watching a few video, I signed up to train with David. He mixed up the workouts so I was hitting the right muscles but didn’t get bored. The day of the event, I had no doubt that I was going to finish all 12 miles and 20 obstacles. All thanks to Dave!

Great trainer, I definitely would recommend him for someone looking to achieve results from personal training /​fitness. He puts in a lot of work to help me achieve my personal goals and I think very highly of him as a person and a trainer.

I wanted to dislike him. I wanted to prove that ‘yet again’ some random guy thinks he is a trainer of some kind.
This as WRONG as can be about SLY KING and his fitness.
I have gone to so many bad and non-​caring trainers
.SLY is the first fitness trainer to really care. He pays attention to me throughout the session. I have never felt stressed or fearful about any of the exercises he creates for me. SLY is challenging and always has a smile when we have completed our session. I am looking and feeling great these days. My self esteem is just soaring.
I am most pleased with his personal program and it is about time this city had a legitimate training facility. Finally!

I had thought about getting a personal trainer for many years. In fact, I had «dabbled» or better word is that I had actually hired a several personal trainers over the past 4 – 5 years. I was continually disappointed in the trainers I had met to date mostly in their professionalism and their money hungry tact. I am not saying all personal trainers are out for the almighty dollar but one large gymnasium/​company that is open «around the clock» has some really aggressive package deal training pusher type salesmen. I had talked to the trainers at the aforementioned gymnasium company and the «trainers» there were gung-​ho to sell me a multi-​thousand dollar training package. When I inquired to what times were available with my soon-​to-​be trainer I found said training package was limited to when the trainer was at the specific gymnasium I purchased the training. Not to mention the overly aggressive push to buy large quantities of supplements, stress tests and diet plans!
I stumbled upon Sly King Fitness in University/​Normal Heights while looking for my partner a bicycle literally next door to Sly’s facility. In my hesitancy to go through the whole trainer debacle again (see above), I noted his number from the store front, checked out his reviews on Unilocal and decided to give him a call.
Sly called me back very quickly and we did the usual chit-​chat about my goals but when I told him my main goal was to look good and be in better shape for my daughter’s wedding, he said you’re on buddy! LOL! I can’t explain in words how what you see, hear and experience with Sly is the real thing.
Sly has a very unique way of making you the center of everything and in the time you spend with him there is no BS. What I mean by BS is he has tailored your workout to your wants and needs. Sly quickly becomes tuned to your medical and health issues and gets involved in your path to your goals. As I mentioned above my goal was to look good at my daughter’s wedding. I failed to mention I had fallen out of shape over the course of a couple years to my breathing issues. Sly worked my butt off and was constantly in-​tune with my asthma related breathing issues.
I hated the person I saw in the mirror at home and even worse the big mirror Sly has on his wall. I know I sound like a broken record but you must know I couldn’t do a single push up or a pull up when I first started working with Sly. He never hesitated to answer my questions and even when I traveled for work or missed sessions because of being sick etc, he came back at me with an adjusted workout to get me up over those speed bumps to keep me on track.
I have to admit there were days when I didn’t want to work out and Sly kept me going. My sessions with Sly became more of a counseling session at times and I can honestly tell you he listens, he wants to help with whatever it is that is holding you up and impeding your progress toward your fitness goal.
As you can probably tell I am very skeptical when it comes to claims of results. I started working out with Sly in May 2012. I was soft, flabby, no chest, I weighed 203lbs and couldn’t bench press 100 pounds. I worked out with Sly for 5 months and in late October 2012 I looked amazing! That isn’t an exaggeration! Sly had worked me into amazing shape and my core was SOLID. I started at 26.8% body fat and after five months I had dropped to 18.5% (lost 8.3% body fat). I also gained over 10 pounds of muscle. I was not on some crazy diet, just took Sly’s advice on diet (what to eat and what not) and I drank A LOT OF WATER! I cannot stress how much being hydrated helped!
As I mentioned above I have breathing problems and was being treated for asthma. After my daughter’s wedding I had a lung biopsy and was diagnosed with emphysema. Sly was super supportive and post surgery he called and talked with my pulmonologist and designed a workout with my doctor’s input to get my recovery on track. I don’t know ANYONE who would go out of their way and to help out like that! Sly texted me daily during surgery and recovery and encouraged me to stick it out and together we would get me back to where I was and needed to be.

Sly will challenge you in every work out always mixing it up and keeping things interesting. He is smart about technique and can help you identify and achieve all if your fitness goals.