" My name is Teasha. I have a very high pace high stress job. For about a year I kept seeing a friend on Facebook talk about her workouts and her trainer. And for years I have been unhappy with the way I felt health wise and the way I looked. So one day I finally asked the friend the question “Who is this trainer and what does she have you doing?” The friend began to explain TRX and Metabolic training to me, and it sounded pretty good. Because here’s the thing, I had gym memberships at some of the nicer gyms in town for many years and could not get a routine to save my life literally! So I go up one morning went to Finally Fit meet one of the nicest people I will ever meet in my life and watched the class. Now at first I wasn’t sure what to think, then I realized it was everything I would tell myself I needed that I was not getting from all my thousands of dollars wasted on big gym memberships. It was structured, educational and fun! Oh yeah and I was working my butt off! And I enjoyed it; I miss it when I go on vacation. I am comfortable in my skin and working on being all that I am suppose to be heath and fit wise for the rest of my life. And Rebecca deserves a big thank you at Finally Fit! " -- Teasha M.
"Training with Rebecca has been amazing. I was in an ugly place in my life with low self-esteem and very little confidence when I found her studio, Finally Fit. From the minute I met Rebecca, I knew something great was in store. Not only was she patient and motivating, but offered me hope.
After a few weeks, my husband joined in on my journey with Rebecca, my brother joined about 3 months later, and now I am training for my RKC in October! I would have laughed in your face if you told me I would find a passion for kettlebells! More importantly, you could have never told me a year ago that I would be stronger (both inside and out). This woman, coach, and now friend has been one of the best things that has "happened" to me and now my family! "
-- Kelli B
After a few weeks, my husband joined in on my journey with Rebecca, my brother joined about 3 months later, and now I am training for my RKC in October! I would have laughed in your face if you told me I would find a passion for kettlebells! More importantly, you could have never told me a year ago that I would be stronger (both inside and out). This woman, coach, and now friend has been one of the best things that has "happened" to me and now my family! "
-- Kelli B
"I came to Rebecca Grijalva at Finally Fit ABQ hoping that I could simply get into shape and workout with my husband following his return from an intensive 6 month boot camp. I didn’t think I had any time to commit to a gym since I work about 9-10 hours a day, and some weekends as well but I made it a point to at least try it out. Little did I know my life would be forever changed in the process and the chore of working out became a love for a new sport. I trained with Becca 4 days out of the week every morning conditioning and running different drills to slowly develop my muscle. When I first started at Finally Fit doing 5 pushups was a daunting task but after a few weeks I added 1 at a time and slowly but surely by the end of my 6 month training I was completing a full workout which included more than 30 pushups in each set. I never thought I could accomplish all that I did in my first 6 months and I thought my fitness endeavors would stop there. Rebecca saw more in me then I could see in myself and pushed me to the next level. She challenged me to compete in my first ever OCB Bikini Competition. I was extremely hesitant, and honestly didn’t ever think I could do it. I declined for almost 3 months until it finally hit me that this was the next step that I could take. I worked out every morning and had my specialized meal plan and diet tailored to my weekly and monthly measurements. When I wanted to give up, Rebecca pushed me to work harder. In the end I traveled to Mesa, Arizona and competed in my first ever OCB competition and placed 3rd in my group. I would have never started this journey if it was not for the efforts, motivation and strength that this gym provided me. I am eternally grateful to Rebecca for the incredible transformation I have made. I have lost 9.94 pounds of fat mass and gained 3.34 pounds of muscle mass and dropped 7.41% body fat. I now look forward to competing in future competitions and challenging myself with new and fun ways to work out. I no longer think of gym time as a chore but a lifestyle. Rebecca motivated me from the moment I stepped in the gym. There was never a question she couldn’t answer about my diet and my exercise plan, and I could not believe the results that I have received. If you ever questioned yourself, wondered if you could get to that fitness or personal goal in your life, then this is the place to accomplish that dream. You will not be disappointed." -- Celina F.
"Over the course of 8 months I did many different challenges, gyms etc. Getting results but not really keeping them or understanding what it is I need to do for my long run goals. Finally Fit has been one of the greatest experiences in not only results but in education. I've learned so much from Rebecca on understanding my body and what it needs for nutrition and exercise. I've been able to comfortably go to her with as many questions that I have or even if I come against conflicting information and she's always been happy to get back to me with great feedback. I trust Rebecca impeccably to be honest even if I don't want to hear it! I feel you need to be at a state of mind where criticism and being challenged is not part of your ego if you want to get serious about your health. Keeping a great attitude, being consistent will get you far at Finally Fit and off the "wall of shame" !" -- Veronica Robles
"I started working with Rebecca over a year ago because I wanted to drop weight and build muscle. The training program not only builds muscle but pushes my cardio for an excellent all-around program. I work with her twice a week and there is a wide variety of exercises to keep the program exciting and satisfying. I've dropped over ten pounds and now have better endurance, a stronger core, more energy and I feel great!" -- Paul M.
"I have been training at Finally Fit with Rebecca since November of 2012. At first I was terrified. As someone overweight, the idea of hardcore exercise with fit people was scary! No one wants to feel inferior or judged. I was ready to make a change though! The anxiety quickly subsided when I met Rebecca. I can honestly say she has been one of the best people I've ever met. I had been trying to lose weight by cutting my portion sizes, trying to eat healthier (which I thought meant sugar-free, fat-free, diet food) and walking or using the elliptical at the gym. After I started at Finally Fit it was like a whole new world opened and I had all the tools I needed to successfully lose weight and do it in a healthy way! Rebecca is amazing about motivation. She is encouraging and supportive and I have never once felt judged by her or the members of the gym. Rebecca and the members have made me feel like a part of their family and for the first time ever, I miss going to the gym when I'm not there. I absolutely love Finally Fit, Rebecca, and the message she stands by. I'm almost 50 pounds down from my heaviest weight and I owe it all to Rebecca." -- Kelly T.
"I've enjoyed every drop of sweat, even though I've complained. Thank you for helping me transform my body and for making me a role model for my girls." -- Christi C.
I first met Rebecca in 2009 at one of the local gyms. I was about six weeks out of having had foot surgery, and a two year run of orthopedic problems. Knee surgery in 2007 then a fractured tibia 2008, any way basically I had pretty much spent the time I when I wasn't at work sitting on the couch with my leg up thinking this would help the healing process. I finally decided I needed to start exercising because I was so overweight and actually very weak. One of the managers at the local gym suggested I train with Rebecca because she specialized in working with "older" women such as myself. So the first time I saw Rebecca come into the gym I saw this young very fit woman come in, I thought oh great she's never gonna want to work with me. I just figured trainers are for athletes right? I am so glad I was wrong Rebecca asked me what my goals were. I think at that time they were walk strait without pain.
Rebecca was so helpful and encouraging in every way. She actually worked with me more as a physical therapist, very small steps such as standing from and sitting on a bench, stepping up and down one step, with her literally holding my hands for support. After a few months I stopped going to the local gym, but Rebecca never stopped sending emails on nutrition and tips on getting healthy. Well April of 2011 I again decided I better lose weight and get healthy. I weighed 250 lbs and wobbled with pain from my hips to my feet when I walked. I asked Rebecca if she would train me again, she said absolutely. To this date I have lost 60lbs, miracle of all miracles I get up at 5:30 in the morning twice a week to train with Rebecca and go to her wonderful group summit class on Sunday mornings. I no longer need her to hold my hands to step up and down from one step. Honestly no more pain in my hips. Rebecca never made me feel bad about where I was with my weight and health. She has always been very encouraging and motivating. Rebecca is truly a answer to prayer and a God Send in my life. I am so excited and look forward to continue working with Rebecca so that I can get and remain finally fit.-- Maria S.
Rebecca was so helpful and encouraging in every way. She actually worked with me more as a physical therapist, very small steps such as standing from and sitting on a bench, stepping up and down one step, with her literally holding my hands for support. After a few months I stopped going to the local gym, but Rebecca never stopped sending emails on nutrition and tips on getting healthy. Well April of 2011 I again decided I better lose weight and get healthy. I weighed 250 lbs and wobbled with pain from my hips to my feet when I walked. I asked Rebecca if she would train me again, she said absolutely. To this date I have lost 60lbs, miracle of all miracles I get up at 5:30 in the morning twice a week to train with Rebecca and go to her wonderful group summit class on Sunday mornings. I no longer need her to hold my hands to step up and down from one step. Honestly no more pain in my hips. Rebecca never made me feel bad about where I was with my weight and health. She has always been very encouraging and motivating. Rebecca is truly a answer to prayer and a God Send in my life. I am so excited and look forward to continue working with Rebecca so that I can get and remain finally fit.-- Maria S.
"I am a 50 something corporate VP who travels globally for a job. For many years every time I traveled I would come home with an aching back, neck and/or hips. Every time I tried to get into shape I would work with trainers that only knew 1 way to work with me - every time I ended hurting myself and I would give up on working out. I have been working with Becca for the last 1.5 years and I am stronger than I have ever been. When I travel I don't hurt myself. She tweaks the planned routines if my body has different needs. She has given me routines that I can use while traveling, in my hotel room, requiring minimal equipment that I can easily pack in my suitcase. She works with me to design eating plans that fit my lifestyle and help me continue to work on achieving my goal weight WITH NO GUILT. I highly recommend Becca as a trainer if you want to achieve your fitness and weight loss goals and have fun while you are doing it!" -- Paula G.
"I really look forward to my workout sessions with Rebecca! Even though I've always enjoyed exercising, Rebecca is a dedicated trainer who pushes me get a much better workout than I would get on my own. Since working with Rebecca, I've gone down a pant size and have increased my muscle tone. Rebecca keeps up with the latest issues regarding nutrition and passes on her knowledge in an encouraging way to help her clients get the most out of a healthy balance of proper nutrition and exercise." -- Audrey M.
"In 2008 I decided I wanted to get into shape so I joined a local gym, and part of the deal in joining this new gym was getting a free session with a trainer. This is how it all began. I have been working out with Becca ever since!
I have always been athletic and capable of doing physical activities, but working out with her is rewarding both to my physique as well as my confidence. Her ability to get to know my limits and keep expanding them through the years has been great! I never thought I could do the things I am capable of doing now!
In working out with Becca over the last 4 years I have lost and kept off 20 pounds, I am able to participate on several teams for several sports, have taken up new physically demanding hobbies like snowboarding, and just this past fall I was able to participate and complete my first Nike Urban-atholan in Chicago! Her ability to create a workout plan for me to do when we see each other, as well as her "take home workout plans" were a HUGE part of my success in the race.
Workout sessions are challenging and at times grueling, but every time I leave feeling stronger. I have never left the gym feeling like it was a waste of my time, or feeling over worked. She has done a great job helping re-build my body, but most importantly helped me re-think the way I go about my eating habits! She has been able to teach me the importance of eating clean and it has been incredibly noticeable in how I feel everyday.
I have referred her to many friends and family who have also started working with her, and still see her today!" -- Amy G.
I have always been athletic and capable of doing physical activities, but working out with her is rewarding both to my physique as well as my confidence. Her ability to get to know my limits and keep expanding them through the years has been great! I never thought I could do the things I am capable of doing now!
In working out with Becca over the last 4 years I have lost and kept off 20 pounds, I am able to participate on several teams for several sports, have taken up new physically demanding hobbies like snowboarding, and just this past fall I was able to participate and complete my first Nike Urban-atholan in Chicago! Her ability to create a workout plan for me to do when we see each other, as well as her "take home workout plans" were a HUGE part of my success in the race.
Workout sessions are challenging and at times grueling, but every time I leave feeling stronger. I have never left the gym feeling like it was a waste of my time, or feeling over worked. She has done a great job helping re-build my body, but most importantly helped me re-think the way I go about my eating habits! She has been able to teach me the importance of eating clean and it has been incredibly noticeable in how I feel everyday.
I have referred her to many friends and family who have also started working with her, and still see her today!" -- Amy G.
Thank you for taking a look at our Transformations! Most of the ones below were completed in our 6 week Drop 2 Sizes program.