Impact Fitness Oakland - Personal Training

Started training with Liam about 9 months ago and have seen amazing results! I have dropped 3 dress sizes and have been overall feeling much better about myself and my health. I've really enjoyed all of the strength and resistance training at this super clean facility. Both Liam and Ed are really helpful and encouraging trainers! Looking forward to future results to come :)

TLDR: Impact fitness is a hidden gem in Oakland and it is the perfect place to start/continue your fitness journey.To preface, this was me at baseline in case others can relate:- I worked out on and off since my 20s, some weights but mostly a cardio bunny. As a result my weight has fluctuated over the years.- Thought personal trainers were a waste of money since I've been "lifting" here and there for over 10 years. Also tried one from a major gym and got the ick.What Impact fitness and coach Liam did for me:The gym:- For the ladies who might feel intimidated, there are no gym bro vibes here. The group classes have people of all body types, fitness level, age, background, etc. To put into perspective, I'm a 5'2" woman and met regular group class attendees who are smaller or older but can lift 20-30lbs more than I do. There are also men and women in these classes that look super experienced but seeing them struggle with everyone is motivating. Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, experienced or not, the group classes feel super welcoming.- Working with a professional trainer made me realize how wrongly I was training before, leading to constant aches and pains. Liam consistently checks in and makes sure you are doing proper techniques and not experiencing pain at any point. It feels reassuring to have him help gauge how far I can safely push myself without worrying about injuries and still enjoying the workout.- The gym facility itself is very clean and well-kept. No nasty, sweat-filled equipments and all the people are trained to be mindful about using the space.- No salesman pitches, both Ed and Liam want to push you to independently train in a safe manner. But if you're the type of person that needs the extra push, these guys can adjust their training styles with the type of coaching you like. They're transparent about what's possible for you and provide constructive feedback.My personal gains :- I have gained and lost weight in all the right places. I'm "skinny fat," mostly due to my weight fluctuations. But check out the progress pic below. I wish I took a before pic but it's nice to see changes in my body that I thought was not possible.- I am still trying to see how far I can transform my body in my 30s. I am not consistent with my workout, no excuses because I'm just not there yet. This is a journey to getting stronger and Impact fitness is definitely the right place to start.

I had multiple gym sessions with Liam and he is by far the best personal trainer in Oakland I've worked with.Facility - clean, safe, well put, modern, and has ton of new equipments. Liam's music playlist during workouts is a big plus!Coaching - I can tell that Liam really cares about safety over everything. For every set that I did, he checks in and ask which muscle do I feel more. He makes sure I'm targeting the correct muscles for each exercise and adjust form if needed.Workouts - Definitely personalized to my lifestyle. I work out on my own time here and then but Liam introduces new different workouts that I've not been exposed to for variety (which makes working out a lot more fun!). Liam also gave great advice regarding nutrition to help my recovery period much faster.Overall, I highly recommend Liam to anyone, especially for people who wants to change their workout routine and gain more knowledge about working out in general. A+!

I’m grateful to have met Liam, this guy has changed my perspective around fitness and showed me a program that’s actually been allowing me to achieve my fitness goals. You’re definitely blessed to have this guy as your personal trainer. Appreciate you man! I’ll see you in Oakland for next sesh, looking forward to it!

As a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience, I can’t recommend Liam and his team of trainers at Impact Fitness Oakland enough ! They are knowledgeable, caring and passionate about delivering the best quality service possibleto their clients . We met at a continuing education course on how to train and exercise pain free - the course was hosted at their gym and I was really impressed with all the trainers there. I have no hesitation in referring my patients to them as I know they’ll train them safely and effectively. I highly recommend you work out and train with this group!

I love it here, trainers make me feel so comfortable and motivated. Liam gets to know all his clients and genuinely cares about our progress. Plus the workouts stay interesting and give results.

I first started taking group classes with Liam in 2020. Unfortunately, covid happened and as the world shut down so did my commitment and consistency to my physical fitness. As things started opening up, I began 1-1 personal training with Liam 2-3x a week for about 6 months before transitioning to small groups and have had an amazing experience. During that first 6 months I lost all of the weight I gained during shelter in place and since then I've become significantly stronger.I’m human and still have my ups and downs but Liam (and Eddie) have consistently been positive, motivating, and provide encouragement when my nutrition habits are slacking or I'm feeling frustrated due to a plateau.If you’re looking for a gym community where folx uplift each other and trainers provide evidence-based programs and the ability to track your progress (we use an app) I highly recommend trying out Impact Fitness 💪🏾😊

Sincere post-workout review!  Here's my background. My previous job caused me chronic injuries. I'd been seeing orthopedists, personal trainers, and physical therapists for two years to strengthen my muscles after injuries. These visits and sessions never gave me what I wanted: a visually and physically healthy body without triggering my injuries. They told me my injuries had a long list of restrictions. I lost muscle mass and experienced pain around my injured areas from simple activities. My annual lab report was also concerning. Saddened by what I'd become, I felt depressed. Then I contacted Liam. Liam's background and knowledge in the fitness field have helped him provide me with proper workout techniques and a nutrition plan that strengthen my entire body while working around my injuries. I'm amazed I can do more than a handful of amazing exercises without pain or discomfort. I'm content, no lie!  It's been a year  with him, not only has my body toned up, but so has my lab report! I love Liam's positive, encouraging attitude as a trainer the most. He supported me every session. I won't regret restarting my workout journey with Liam and will do so as long as he's a coach. 1% BETTER EVERYDAY!

Working with Liam and Ed at Impact Fitness for the past year has been an amazing experience! My wife and I started working out here when we moved to Oakland and I can truly say that everything from the instruction, equipment, music, and general atmosphere of Impact Fitness is exactly what we were looking for in a gym experience.I am primarily a runner, but after dabbling in weight lifting and various forms of cross training for years, I knew it was time to take it more seriously in order to improve. After a few months lifting at Impact Fitness, I ran my fastest times ever from the 5k all the way up to the full marathon and I know that is mostly down to the added focus on lifting and cross training at this gym. If you are on the fence, I can't recommend Impact Fitness highly enough!

I never thought I would ever love fitness or look forward to waking up at 5am in the morning to hit the gym. Coach Liam and Ed are the absolute best. They pay attention to detail and will ensure you get it right. I learnt about the importance of good form and consistency. I only hit 3x a week but each workout was effective and my body transformed in a few months. If you want a comfortable small circle place where you feel supported then this place is for you. For my girlies who wannna build a DUMPY, lose fat while gaining muscle , this is the place. My fave people fr. Am amazing team I will always wanna be a part of. Shoutout to the OGs Liam and Ed 🫶🏿