They really appreciate you the atmosphere is really nice. The workouts are really hard for me to do but I try my best π #21daychallenge
Pros: You will lose weight with the very strict diet and the intense workoutCons: you will gain the weight back eventually if you go back to eating normal.Trainers do not care if you have achey knees, or bad backPeak fitness trainers will give you a sensible diet and will push you hard within your limits.
If youre looking to get into shape and meet amazing people this is the place for you. All the trainers learn your name so when you walk in you feel very welcomed. Very fast paced 30 minute workouts that shred the fat away, seriously. The 6 week challenged helped me get back into working out and to lose 21lbs of fat.
Always ready to put a smile on your face and some sweat on your body!!!
Love the staff! Plus their support and encouragement from the trainers
Raw is not your average gym. It is a transformation center. It is known for the 6 week challenge. I am a witness to plenty of success stories =) I myself have done the 6 week challenge twice. The first time I lost -22lbs. The second time I lost -19.2lbs I will tell you it is not easy but it is possible. You are on a meal plan, which at no point did I feel like I was starving. The work outs are 30min but are intense. For results you have to give it 100% and FTDP (Follow The Damn Plan) or it will NOT work. One thing I will always say about this awesome place is it helps you get stronger physically and mentally. The entire Raw staff is awesome =) the trainers will challenge you, encourage you, push you, they care...like truly care. Now they tell you straight up it is not a place for slackers, talkers, quitters and excuse makers..and I AGREE. =) I am proud to say I am a Raw addict =)
I went to my first session this morning at 6:05.I have to say that it was not easy β but it felt great! I have not exercised for 5 months!The feedback I received from 4 different individuals that facilitate these sessions was amazing. They were very supportive, encouraging, and best of all, they showed me one on one how to do the exercise.I left exhausted but ready for more on Saturday! Thank you for a great first time experience!elena
Raw is an awesome Gym!Dont listen to negative people. She should have been thanking you for helping her lose 19.8 pounds. There is more value in losing 19.8 pounds then the money she paid. You have to be strict with the 20 pounds because then everyone will want their money back that gets close to 20 but not quite.Love Raw!β€οΈβ€οΈ
It was great!!! Very much needed the workout in person
RAW is RAWSOME!Ive always struggled with losing weight, I would go to the gym and workout but never really get results. It was until I joined the 6 week challenge at RAW that my life changed for good. I was able to lose 21.6 lbs. in six weeks. It was incredible, I felt healthier, more energized and best of all I motivated others who saw my success. RAW is the place to go to for results. The trainers push you, and motivate you to meet your goal, I just feel great being there. RAW is now part of my daily routine, and I encourage anyone who wants results to join and make it a part of their life as well. You wont regret it! Thanks RAW and RAW family! :)
Never ever in my life had I found a gym where I find myself unusually motivated to attend on a daily basis. Most importantly the Raw Firness team is truly caring, helpful and highly motivational. The spirits are high and the gym culture is welcoming and friendly, family type environment. Octavio is dedicated and determined to see ALL his members succeed in all their lifetime, long life fitness goals. He pushes to make his members aware of their full potential and it has definitely worked for me. I am getting many compliments and fell the healthiest in my mid 40s than I have ever felt. My life has changed for the best and I will continue coming to Raw because only Raw has made me feel strong, happy and healthy.
I loved Raw I believe if you are dedicated and put your mind and soul to it raw could be a life changing experience its up to us to maintain the results and or keep going. We are the only ones to blame if results are good or not as for me it was a great experience yes I lost my money didnt make the challenge but loved it. Yes I stopped going other things got in the way but it was my fault no one else to blame. Octavio you have a great team of trainers and even tho I only got to work with Jackie who is a great trainer I know the rest of them are as great as she is. Hope that some day in the near future I get to go back because raw aside from being a gym its a family looking and reaching for the same objective.
My time with Raw fitness was short due to scheduling issues, but the time spent at Raw Fitness definitely pushed me in ways Iβve never done before. Staff is kind and the workout sessions are intense. If you are looking for a better change for yourself and want to push yourself to the limit, this is the place to go.
Raw fitness is like no other gym in El Paso, we are like a huge family that is always there for you. The trainers are the greatest they always push us to give 110% everyday. Ive been going to Raw fitness for over 18 months now and it has completely changed my life. Ive lost 60 lbs, down 4 sizes but most important is that Ive changed my lifestyle. I cant get enough of this gym I love it and I would recommend it to anyone who is determined and motivated to change their life!
I will be forever thankful with RAW fitness and their crew! They changed my life, they saved my life. The best gym in the whole wide world! If you need that motivation you cant seen to find anywhere else, this is the place to start!
The best place to get a workout and lose some unwanted fat! The service here is amazing, you will never be disappointed. Staff is great, services are great, workouts are great, and most important the results obtained are great!
When I first went to an orientation 4 weeks ago, I was asked what my goals were. I said I wanted to become more disciplined with exercise in order to continue losing weight, and to improve my mood/mental health. As hesitant as I was initially, it has been the challenge I needed. I look forward to the workouts, get pushed each time, and leave feeling uplifted. I truly appreciate how the trainers dont let me off the hook and how they support me when I ask for feedback on my form to ensure I dont get injured. This has motivated me to keep improving and continue on my weight loss journey. Overall, I would say it has been a very positive experience. ππ½β¨
I can only say that RAW fitness is truly my second home. Here, I found care, respect and true knowledge on how to become a better me. Owner and trainers are truly dedicated to deliver 100 % every time all the time. I had 15 years struggling to loose weight and at RAW fitness it was possible in only 6 weeks. It has been amuch spectacular year now, and I have been able to maintain my weight. I dont think I will ever go back to any of my previous gym experiences. Truly RAW!!!
RAW Fitness is unlike any other gym, and as such, is sometimes misunderstood. They run things very differently than your typical gym. In my experience, the staff have been incredible, supportive, encouraging, and if you work hard and follow the plan, you WILL be successful. I lost 30 pounds during my first challenge, and while I have struggled from time to time, I have never given up. I have never been as committed or consistent in exercise as I have been since joining RAW, so I know I will continue to find success and transformation. The RAW staff and members are like a family, encouraging success and pushing you to go further. The energy is contagious, the workouts are NEVER dull and boring, and the encouraging smiles and personal welcome you receive everyday help keep you on track, knowing you are not just a number, but a name. Thank you, RAW Fitness.
Raw has been a life changing commitment. No one said it was going to be easy, but definitely worth it. Results dont just happen, they are earned. But thankfully at Raw you are given an amazing opportunity to learn how to treat yourself right. The entire staff gives 100% of their time and efforts into helping anyone willing. Like the old saying goes, you can lead a horse to water but you cant make him drink. Raw has done everything in their power to make opportunities available, now its your turn to take advantage of what they have to offer and make a life style change!
I joined their 6 week challenge and met my goal. The trainers are amazing but you will hate them during those 30 minutes. Haha!The only reason I gave them 4 stars is because it is too expensive to join on a month to month basis.Unfortunately Im better off spending less than $30 at any other gym.Miss going to RAW.
I have been a member at Raw for just over a year. I started at Raw as a participant of one of the free 6 week challenges. I was skeptical that I would be able to lose 20 lbs in 6 weeks, but I was able to lose 23.6 lbs in that time frame. In that year I am down 5 dress sizes and have lost lots of inches. The process works if you give it your all and you follow the meal plan. The trainers actually care about the clients and their success, you are not just a member number the trainers and front office staff know your name and greet you with an enthusiastic smile every time you come in.
The team here is AWESOME!!! I had my doubts about joining ... RAW team is amazing, Ive lost 17lbs YAHOO!!! and still going! Great support in a positive environment
Loving my new workout routine. Working nights has been my excuse for not making time for the gym. Not anymore... this workout is high impact and done in 30 minutes. The staff is great and motivating... leaving you excited for the butt kicking!!!!!
Great workouts, love the results I got in 2 weeks. Worth the 30 minutes a day. I come out of here feeling more energized.
Amazing gym! Great couches! Highly recommend
Enjoy going to Raw. Good people. Awesome trainers. Clean place, helpful and worth it.
Please be careful when starting any exercise regimen. These people are not professionals, they do not understand how a body works or is supposed to work. I have been suffering complication after complication because i followed an exercise regimen from people that i thought knew what they were doing. These are NOT licensed professionals!! They do NOT understand how the body functions or how its supposed to function under the pressure of exercise. Your body is NOT supposed to go from 0 to 100 in terms of exercise. Exercise is supposed to be increased gradually. My drs have confirmed that all my complications have been linked to the exercise regimen i was following here.I was damaging muscles and nerves without even knowing it until 7 months later. Dr has warned me not to go back.
Awesome gym, they highly motivate individuals and push them so they can do their best. This is not for people that whine about not knowing how to do an excercise. The class is only 30 mins long so there is no time to baby sit everybody, if you have a question, make sure to talk to someone BEFORE the class and the staff will gladly help. I did the 6-week challenge and was able to lose 20.4 lbs through very hard work. I would highly recommend this place to anybody.
Saul I wasnt able to post 2 days ago. It was fabulous. Thank you Robert and Thelma!
Great workout !! Intense! And great people to keep you motivated!!! I highly recommended
Its the best gym I have ever gone. Its the first that actually makes me go on a dairy basis. Yeah isnt easy, i did the 6 weeks challenge and the diet is hard but not impossible and you dont starve if you eat enough veggies. And yes I understand the girl who complains about the question thing and the FTDP is kind of annoying, but still the rules are clear since the beginning and if theres who has lost more than 30 pounds in the same six weeks I dont see why we should honor who couldnt accomplish the goal. In my case I lost 21.7 or something like that and I was wearing my tennis so whoever is complaining should be ashamed. You cant complain about whats write in a contract I mean if she would have lost 30 pounds I dont think she would be paying more as gratification.
Awesome workout. Cant wait to see the results.
Raw Fitness can help you reach your goals to lose weight and gain muscle. The staff is wonderful and professional.
I started with a 6 week challenge, I went three sizes down in first 3 weeks. Its been 7 years since I felt good about my self. I been at RawFitness since February 2016 and its June 1, 2016 now from a size 22 to a size 12. It latterly gave me my life back.
The best gift to yourself! Worth every penny! Hard work, no BS= True results!
Great place to motivate you to get in shape!
My experience at Raw has been the most amazing. I dont know where even to begin how Raw gave me life. To start I have thyroid issues and have always been told that I would have issues losing weight and I would have to work 3 to 5 times harder than the ordinary person. I tried the pills, the herbal life, the water diets, slim fast, California diet, Adkins, well you get the picture if it claim the miracle I was on it. They worked for a while until I got tired of it and saw very few results. I spent years crying inside and pretending I was okay. One horrible comment said to me one day made me realized that I was only kidding myself. I prayed to God to send me an answer because I wanted to be healthy, fit and thin. and just like that I saw the success out of my Godson with Raw. I told my husband I wanted to try it. I just had to. I got more info from my godson and believe it or not I was scared out of my mind. But I told myself if this is my answer I will put all I can into it. Well I was ready and I got accepted. I cried into my 2 week but because I had realized how out of shape I was, I couldnt run, or jump, do a push up or hold a squad. But as I fought thru my six weeks challenge I was frustrated because I wanted so much more. Well the day of weight was here and guess what I went down 25.6 pound. I couldnt believe it. I then cried happy tears. I continue to work on my goal and are happy to say that I have dropped 55 pounds went from a size 22w to size 12. I AM ALIVE AGAIN. I can run, I can jump, I can hold my squad with weights. I can do push ups and so much more.OH my and what can I say about the trainers, the staff, other raw family members and the owner. Nothing but the best. They are motivators, cheerleaders, inspirations in so many ways.My 30 minutes of Raw are my joy. You know how I know this because my 45 minute commute to raw and 45 minute back home are no obstacles to me and it doesnt bother me to get up at 4am to get to the 5:30 am class so I can be at work by 8:45. I do this because I am in love with my transformation and getting healthier and stronger every week.to rate RAW 5 stars is not enough for me. I give RAW 5 + + + + + + + + stars.
AWESOME GYM.... ONLY PEOPLE WHO ARE DEDICATED WILL APPRECIATE IT. ..LOVE IT
Great 30 minutes workout you will sweat!
My wife and I entered the 6 week challenge. Let me tell you all something, we were afraid to start and after the 3rd week we didnt meet the 10 lb make. Do we feel like sh.. YES! We do. After analysing the 3 weeks we could run, walk, and even feel great about my our selves. I think that is worth more than 300.00 dollars. I LOVE Raw fitness and its trainers Jackie, Pilar,Lalo, luis, Silva and the others. Octavio you have something great for people that want to work and people that want to change! My wife and I passed out after the workouts in different days but I would not change it for anything and I would do it again.Keep up the hard work Octavio: your gym is RAW for hard work,for hard people!!Thanks for the change in our lifes!!
I have been with Raw since October 2016! I love it there!
Throughout the last 20 some years I have struggled with my weight. At one point tipping the scales at just under 300lbs. I have tried every shake, pill, diet, exercise video, big box gyms and I never got results. I heard of RAWfitness after seeing a post on one of my friends FB account about one of her friends that had gone to raw. At first I thought it was another hype, another gimmick, another thing I was going to fail at. It was until I walked into RAWfitness one day and looked at all the success stories on the wall, no words, just before and after pictures; and its true what they say a picture paints a thousand words. My problem was that I had failed at every diet, pill, gym, and gimmick before I thought this might be just that, another failure. That was until I met the staff at RAWfitness and the owner Octavio Urias. Right away I knew this gym was serious. I was told I was expecte to make 4-5 classes a week and I had to follow not only the exercise regimen but a strict meal plan, and above it all if I didnt give my 100% they had the right to fire me as a client. Wow! This place was serious. I never had to try out for a gym or told that if my heart and soul werent in it Id be let go. I signed up and without a doubt its the truly the best thing that has happened to me. This is no gimmick, no bs, no excuses kind of gym. The train your mind, body, and teach you how to eat healthy again. I have my life back thanks to Octavio, his trainers, and RAWfitness. Never have I felt more alive or energetic and not only do I no longer need to be reminded to show up now I cant wait to go. Give this gym 2 months and youll stay forever. But I cant explain it all you have to come on down and experience this life changing movement!
RawFitness saved my life. I truly mean that. I had given up hope of ever having any control on my health and weight. I was over 400 lbs and in January 2015 my doctor increased my blood pressure medication from 10 mg to 20 mg because I couldnt get it under control. In May 2015 I went to my daughters college graduation wearing a size 64L suit jacket that barely closed. I had no energy and was severely depressed. I missed family events and vacations because I couldnt do anything but make everyone around me miserable too. Then I went to an orientation at Raw for one of their six week challenges and thats were I learned that I could get control if I really wanted it and was ready to work for it. I remember after orientation going to Octavio Urias and asking to please give me a chance, that this was my last hope cause I tried everything else and failed. When I got the message a few days later that I was accepted I literally cried in my car. I knew this was it, if I failed then I was just going to sit on my couch and wait for the good lord to take me. I remember being scared my first day, thinking What if I cant do this, but I had to try. I went in with this mental picture that the trainers are going to be like drill sergeants just screaming at us. But the first day totally blew me away, because I struggle during the exercises Ill never forget, One of the trainers, Daisy, coming to me and modifying the exercise so that I wouldnt injure myself. The trainer showed that they really cared about each one of us, they encourage us, motivate us, push us with Toughlove but at the same time they make sure that we were safe. Ive been there just over 10 months now and have dropped 112 pounds and counting, since I started. I just bought a suit jacket thats a 48L down from the 64L of less than a year ago, my doctor took me off my blood pressure medication. I have energy, Im stronger, and I feel like Im alive again. So when I see people post things like this place is unreal they dont care, its a scam. It really pisses me off, because I know The truth and that is if youre willing to work for it you can achieve it. Those the talk bad are people that have failed, it wasnt the system that failed them, it was just that they werent mentally strong enough. So now they are trying to blame others for their failure, they need to look in the mirror and see whos really at fault. Does that mean they cant do it, no it doesnt but they have to be willing to work for it. RawFitness is a no a bullshit zone, no excuse zone, youre not going to get coddled here, youre going to get Toughlove. Youre going to learn to push yourself beyond your limits. We are all stronger than we think we are, but you have to push yourself to find out just how true that is. There are thousands of success stories here at RawFitness, that is no BS. Many before me and maybe after me will succeed. So if youre ready to take control, if youre ready to get your life back, if youre ready to live a real life of health, fitness, energy, and a positive mindset, Then you need to come here and check it out. Ive been blessed in so many ways here, that when they asked me to become part of the team I felt honored and grateful. So yes I do work here now, but my feelings would be the same even if I didnt. I want to give back and pay it forward. They did save my life after all!!! Now I want to help those that have given up like I had get their lives back. Its possible, if this 55yr old can do it, then anyone can!
I signed up for the 6 week weight loss challenge. Now this challenge works for a lot of people. Theyre able to lose 20+ pounds in those 6 weeks. Its grueling work and you learn to admire everyone whos gone through the program to get to where they are.You put down a $300 dollar deposit and once you sign that paper to do that, there is no going back (even if you change your mind before starting). If you are able to lose the 20lbs you receive your deposit back and are encouraged to return to the gym for another 20lbs.The challenge involves going to their gym a minimum of 4 times a week and a meal plan. You also have two required weigh-ins (Mondays and Thursdays). If at the 3 week mark you havent lost at least 10lbs, you are disqualified. You can still attend the gym, but you lose the deposit.Thats the good part.Heres the honest part.Whats not fair is that they dont disclose everything about their program. Sure they say the diet is hard, but they fail to explain just how limiting it is. To give you an idea its a modified paleo diet that restricts you to about 1200 or less calories a day. This includes a 3 day cleanse where you are only allowed to eat vegetables, fruit, and a handful of nuts (did I mention you have to attend work out on at least one of those days). Id be lying if I told you that I felt at all energized or good during those days. Id also be lying if I told you that I wasnt highly irritable the rest of the days on the diet.The diet is the diet, you can choose not to do it, but you probably wont get the exaggerated results everyone else gets. Another thing to dislike is you are discouraged from asking questions about their diet. Why cant I eat salt? Follow the Damn Plan. Is there a reason we use papaya or grapefruit for the cleanse? Follow the Damn Plan. You will learn to hate those words if youre someone who asks questions.As for the workouts, theyre only 30 minutes. Doesnt sound too bad right? Well it wouldnt be if you learned the proper techniques. You are taught how to do a proper squat, and a proper push-up. You are shown how to do certain exercises during the workout, but not really. Then again its hard to learn the proper technique in class of a about 30-40 people. I can tell you that during their workout I tore my rotator cuff because I wasnt doing one of their exercises properly. They need to take time out of their program to properly show you the exercises, but they dont. They throw you into the deep end and very rarely make concessions if youre not at that level. For example, they want you to a bicycle without teaching you how to do a proper V-sit. They want you to go fast and hard even if youve never done the exercise or have any knowledge of it. They DO NOT help you build up from beginning. They expect you to do their exercises their way no exceptions.But perhaps the worse of it all was the lack of support from the Owner and his receptionist. My first weigh-in I lost one pound. One pound for a week of hunger and hard work. You know the first thing I heard, Youre not doing the plan. I can tell you the anger I felt surpassed the disappointment. Every weigh-in was one pound lost. And hey, for me, it was enough, but for them it wasnt. The only advice I was given was Do the diet. I never got anything more than that. I had to hear from a fellow work-out buddy that I should do extra cardio since the exercises were more strength-based.I did not complete the challenge. I lost 5lbs, but it wasnt enough. I tore my rotator cuff and my doctor advised me to not to return. My self esteem took a blow that it shouldnt have. I lost 5lbs and Im pretty proud of that fact. If you go to Raw fitness, be prepared to hear that your best is not enough.
Badass place place with people who truly care about you. When youre at RAW, youre family.
Hands down the best Fitness Facility and family to be a part of
Absolutely love this place
Great place to work out!
You need to be careful about choosing this place....the workouts are not for beginners or people that havent exercised in a while...they start hard and they dont slow down...is up to you to listen to your body and slow down other wise...youll end up with an injury.
Excellent place... AAA+++++
If you support a company that physically threatens employees go here.
Everyone is motivated!
Awesome
What is the cost?
Today I want to share my experience in Raw fitness, for many years I was trying to lose weight in different ways without achieving it, when I heard the favorable experience that my daughter, Alicia Alcarado had and motivated by another of my daughters, Alondra Burciaga, I agreed to register for the The challenge that Raw was offering, still incredulous but with a lot of faith, I registered and I was accepted and so with the motivation of my coaches and my attitude I achieved it I lost 26.3 lbs in six weeks, which for years I did not achieve I did in 6 weeks, Thanks Octavio, still after this it offers me the opportunity to continue with this family of six month car promo, it is fabulous it is a wonderful experience where all you lose is fat, kilos of weight, a motivating family! And Octavio with that desire to change the lifestyle of people in El Paso, I think you are doing it! Congratulations Octavio for that great opportunity you are offering us! (Emma Sanchez)
An environment full of energy and enthusiasm
Very good and efficient instructors, its worth the cost!
Highly recommended classes. Didactics and explosives