InstaPhysique

I have no idea why I waited so many years to try Instaphysique! I have a lot of friends who go and was excited to try it so I signed up for the two week unlimited trial for $79. Liz was the instructor for my first class and she introduced herself at the beginning, gave me a few pointers, and mentioned she would help with adjustments throughout the class if that was ok with me.I have done reformer pilates in the past in San Francisco so I had an idea of what I was doing but I didn't remember what any of the moves were. The nice thing...it seems like all the classes have regulars or even other instructors so it's easy just to watch what other people are doing throughout the class. After two classes, I was offered to swap to a 4 class membership for 3 months for the price of 12 months and I decided to move forward with that. If you have a membership you get discounted add on classes as well, but for now the 4 classes a month with maybe 1 add on seems like it will work for me! I've found that the classes at ideal times fill up fairly fast so you need to plan a week in advance! I did get on a waitlist for a class one week and got off the waitlist after just a few hours which was nice.I've now taken classes from Liz, Grace, and Morgan who were all great. At this point I've taken a few classes from Liz and she remembers my name, always checks in, and comes and checks in on form throughout the class.The workout is amazing - it's only 40 minutes but your whole body is burning throughout, it's such a great full body workout! Super excited to continue going!

Took a class yesterday...my first time. It was awesome...got sweaty but there are fans. It was very challenging...I like that there is no jumping, etc..I am in my 50s so I have older joints. Brian was the best coach. I signed up for the 2 week, new client special so I will be going back.Ps. I went to the new midtown location....found street, meter parking.

I am officially obsessed with this workout. Its extremely effective. Erin is the best instructor! She brings a lot of energy and really takes the time to make sure each student has proper alignment and the support they need. Her playlists are fire and she always makes me laugh, which makes a very challenging workout fly by. Highly recommend taking a class with Erin!

The best workout out ever. In 40 minutes you'll get a full body workout that will have you leaving the studio walking a bit funny, you know that you left it all on the Mega. This workout is so good that I fired my personal trainer because all of my fitness results were due to Instaphysique. I can do pushups ON MY TOES!

InstaPhysique checks all my boxes. It's my daily endorphin-boost, my morning meditation, and my dedicated time-out from the noise of life. I'm two years in and this work-out continues to push my mind and my muscles to their limit every time I'm on the Megaformer. Post-kids, a low impact but high intensity workout it crucial and Insta does it ALL! As Coach Anna says - I always walk out of the studio feeling stronger than when I arrived.

This is the best workout! Quick and so fun . All the instructors are very helpful and motivational!

Work it, lady!They work it. No doubt about that. However, for many reasons I could only give them three starts. I'd prefer to do 3.5 stars, but Yelp does not make that possible.For a first timer it only costs $12. Holler. I even called and left a voicemail to see if they had a try free for the first time or any special for bringing two friends with me. But I never received a call back. Not worth their time, I guess. Then you get an email that you MUST have socks with grip and there are no exceptions to this rule. Okay, ladies -- then I'll be sporting my Sky High grip socks I was required to purchase. Win for me. As you could imagine. They have a rotating rack of these to buy when you arrive. Priced from $12+. Varying types too, some missing toes (yes, the likes of homeless style) and different prints and colors. I just cannot fathom spending money on socks that I will probably only use one. I get it, its a huge liability if you slip and fall -- it would hurt! The last studio I went to with a reformer did NOT require this.The Mega Reformers are cool and I got a great workout in. I have nothing against the coach or the workout, but I think the disposable income I have to spend on working out could be put to better use. The regular costs of this is pretty expensive. They have discounts for package bundles and also they offer a Yelp discount too.You sign up on-line for each class, or reserve might be a better description. I don't think there is an option for walk-ins, but I could be wrong. Which also brings me to my next issue. When you arrive, it is a little weird to walk straight in if your class starts in a few minutes. Since it is one large room, you essentially walk into a class and sit in the corner (or go to the bathroom) while they are in class. I didn't know the etiquette, so I waited at the door. Then a lady just sauntered in and so I followed suit.Again the workout is great. Its all about that slow burn. So, like yoga, you really slow the movement down and focus on the burn. The mega reformer has MANY parts, but it's pretty easy to maneuver. Or you can just be a creep a watch your neighbor ;) There are numbers on the carriage (the main part of the machine) which help you navigate the machine. The strength of the springs are color coded for easy adjustment. There are different color cables to use for movements too. And the coach was awesome at being very detailed. If you were struggling, she came over and helped you out. Every movement is timed, the coach continually has a stop watch in her hand. What you do on one side, you do on the other. So everything is super even. What I did notice about my class and the prior one, is the end seems really rushed. Like the time wasn't done exactly to a T and then the end feels like she rushes you out of there. There wasn't a class after ours, but it still felt rushed. No cool down, just do the last exercise and clean your machine.The teacher leaves a wet wipe on your machine and then you clean it when you are done.Like I said, I don't have anything against this place. My personal preference just would be to spend my workout funds on something else. Without crossing a line, I think this places needs a little more diversity. I'll leave it at that. You can take what you want from that statement, but I felt like I should add that in. Maybe it was just my class or the handful that I've seen while eating sorbet next door, but its like the same clientele and I'm not really under that umbrella.Anywho, you sweat and you get sore. Check it out for yourself and create your own opinions!Glad I tried it, but I got my fix in for good.

INSTAPHYSIQUE is the most amazing workout in only 40 minutes! It hits all your major muscle areas and those you didn't even know you had! . Great instructors and they all have fun soundtracks. Nothing else like it in the Sac area - combines Pilates with strength training, cardio and heavy duty core. I'm addicted!

This is an amazing full body workout. The 40 minutes goes by so fast! It is a nice, clean, open workout room.

Love love love this full body and core trainingIt saved me after my broken shattered leg began to healIt strengthened my core and assisted in my balanceI'm a workout maniac... I swim daily for cardio and go to Insta for strengthening and toningAnd the instructors are warm and personableLove itV