Personal Training at it's Best. April 25, 2010 | 8:18 am A Great Work Out Find In Los Angeles Posted by Ilana Angel AT YOUR SIDE Private Exercise Every once in a while I come across something that I feel I must spread the word on. This past week I discovered something really great, and want to share. This is a treasure, right here in Los Angeles, so if you’re local, it’s worth taking a look at.

At Your Side Private Exercise is a private gym. While I just discovered it, it was founded by a woman named Lesley Goldberg in 1989. My girlfriend Jyllian and I, went in and did a training session together with Lesley, and it was fabulous.

Lesley was really great. She was friendly and funny, and kept us focused on the workout, without our feeling like we were working out at all. She gave Jyllian and I work out that was adjusted to meet both of our needs, but we were able to do it together, which made it more fun than going alone.

I walk every day, and do yoga, but this was different. When someone shows you exactly what to do, how to do it, and for how long, it changes everything. The next day I was sore, but not in a “never doing that again” way, it was more of an “I can’t wait to do it again” way.

The gym is small, and very clean. The trainers were all kind and friendly. Everyone has their own “specialty” training. For Lesley, she focuses on training people over 40. Lesley is herself over 40, and her body is inspiring, but not intimidating. She made us feel comfortable, and confident.

The clients are all ages, sizes, and fitness levels. The prices are reasonable, and you can go for as many, or as few sessions that you like. There was a woman there who has been training with Lesley for years, was about to turn 60, and looked like she was in her 40’s.

This is a great gym, and a great find. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to work out in a safe and comfortable environment. You get all the benefits of a full service gym, with your own personal trainer, without having to go to a large scale, meat market, work out experience.

Additionally, Lesley is building up her Orthodox Jewish clientele. She will close the gym on certain days, for certain hours, so it is private training for either the ladies with Lesley, or with a male trainer for the gentlemen. I don’t know of any other gym that offers this specialized service.

At Your Side is located at 223 South Robertson Blvd, one block south of Wilshire, at Charleville. They have parking available in the back, and there is a ton of metered street parking. The phone number is 310-275-5635.

Working out is hard. Not always physically hard because you can decide how far to push your body, but mentally challenging, to motivate yourself. At Your Side, makes it a whole lot easier. If you want to get started, and need a little nudge, call Lesley. She will help you keep the faith.…

Who knew Beverly Hills could be so UNpretentious!. Here's the deal-io. I have a gym IN my house and therefore can work out at any time I want... and I STILL drive to Beverly Hills to get trained at At Your Side. Yeah, THAT'S how good my trainer, Charles, is!!! He coaches me on my diet, pushes me as hard as I asked to be pushed and generally is my cup of caffeine in the morning. The atmosphere is very relaxed, the people are friendly and they even have a shower so I can get ready there.…

Private Training in a Private Setting.. Can't beat the no crowd, pleasant atmosphere of this well equipped, wonderfully staffed facility. The people are friendly. The trainers are knowledgeable. The equipment is serviced well. Training in any other facility just won't cut it after working out at this private training gym. If you're looking to socialize and people watch, you can waste your time and your money at Sports Club LA. If you're looking to train with top trainers who get results, you'll want to be training with the trainers at At Your Side.…

This gym rocks!!. Ok if you are looking for a gym where you can get a REAL workout with trainers that actually know what they're doing, then this is the gym for you. I have worked out at many of the major gyms in L.A. and have spent tons of money on useless trainers at all of them. I had over 100 pounds to lose when i first stepped foot in At Your Side and through the encouragement of my amazing trainers (Lesley and James) and the unintimidating atmosphere, I have lost over 40 pounds so far. One on one training at reasonable rates...You cannot beat that! This gym kicks ass...or at least mine!…