Business Details
Mobile Personal Trainer in Santa Barbara
Kardio with Karen is a mobile personal training service dedicated to empowering individuals through tailored fitness solutions. With over two decades of experience, our founder Karen Robiscoe holds elite certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), including Corrective Exercise Specialist and Group X Instruction. We specialize in adapting fitness programs for clients with chronic conditions, post-injury recovery, and age-related challenges, combining expertise in musculoskeletal health with dynamic training methodologies.Our fully equipped mobile service delivers personalized workouts using resistance bands, kettlebells, balance boards, and aquatic tools, ensuring accessibility across Santa Barbara County. By prioritizing functional movement, balance, and client communication, we foster long-term wellness while maintaining strict adherence to evidence-based practices and continuous professional development.
Services
Personal Training
Corrective Exercise
Group Fitness
Aquatic Training
Fitness Consultations
Post-Rehabilitation
Functional Movement
Balance Training
Strength Conditioning
Mobility Workshops
Highlights and features
- NASM-certified Corrective Exercise Specialists with expertise in post-rehabilitation training
- Fully equipped mobile service covering Santa Barbara County
- Customized programs for chronic conditions like MS, Parkinson's, and osteoporosis
- Proven track record improving clients' functional mobility and balance
- Dual certification in aquatic and group fitness instruction
Associations and certifications
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
- Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA)
- YMCA Livestrong Cancer Survivors Program
What people say
Enthusiastic expertise
Personalized programs
Improved mobility
Knowledgeable instructor
Enjoyable workouts
Services
Personal Training
Customized fitness programs delivered at client locations using portable equipment. Our NASM-certified trainers develop individualized plans addressing specific health goals, physical limitations, and lifestyle requirements. Sessions combine strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and flexibility work to improve overall functional capacity.
Corrective Exercise
Specialized programs for post-injury recovery and chronic condition management. Utilizing NASM's corrective exercise continuum to address musculoskeletal imbalances, improve joint mobility, and restore proper movement patterns. Techniques include self-myofascial release, static stretching, and neuromuscular re-education tailored to individual medical histories.
Aquatic Training
Certified aquatic exercise programs conducted in client pools or community facilities. Leveraging water resistance for low-impact strength training while utilizing buoyancy principles for joint-friendly cardiovascular conditioning. Particularly effective for clients with arthritis, post-surgical conditions, or mobility limitations.
Group Fitness
Structured group workouts combining high-intensity interval training with functional movements. Classes incorporate battle ropes, kettlebells, and resistance bands to build strength while maintaining cardiovascular benefits. Instructors modify exercises to accommodate varying fitness levels within the same session.
Fitness Consultations
Comprehensive evaluation of current fitness levels, medical history, and personal goals. Includes posture analysis, range-of-motion testing, and discussion of lifestyle factors. Results inform the development of personalized exercise programs with measurable progress milestones and regular performance reassessments.
People
Karen Robiscoe
Owner & Lead Trainer
NASM-certified Corrective Exercise Specialist with 20+ years of experience in adaptive fitness training. Holds additional credentials in aquatic therapy, group fitness instruction, and cancer survivor rehabilitation. Specializes in creating accessible workout programs for clients with chronic conditions and post-surgical needs.
Questions
Do you offer home workout sessions?
Yes, we provide fully equipped mobile training services at client residences across Santa Barbara County.
Can you work with post-surgical clients?
Yes, our NASM-certified Corrective Exercise Specialists design safe, progressive programs for post-surgical recovery.
What equipment do you bring?
We supply resistance bands, kettlebells, balance boards, BOSU balls, and other portable equipment for comprehensive workouts.
Do you offer group classes?
Yes, we conduct group fitness sessions combining strength and cardiovascular training for multiple participants.
Are initial consultations free?
Yes, we provide complimentary fitness assessments to discuss goals and develop personalized training plans.
Reviews (7)
Nancy Schomler
Dec 06, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Karen makes it easy to stick to a routine. She brings all the equipment we need to workout in my backyard. I'm recuperating from a tibia fracture, and she's taught me exercises I can do between sessions, too. She's cheerful and encouraging and I enjoy the variety of things we do.
Karen makes it easy to stick to a routine. She brings all the equipment we need to workout in my backyard. I'm recuperating from a tibia fracture, and she's taught me exercises I can do between sessions, too. She's cheerful and encouraging and I enjoy the variety of things we do.
Shonna Day
Nov 06, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
I have been going to Karen's classes at the COAC now for over six months and have loved the personal attention she gives. She works the class so that everyone's needs are met. She is so friendly. She makes a point of knowing your name and working with the goals you want to achieve.
I have been going to Karen's classes at the COAC now for over six months and have loved the personal attention she gives. She works the class so that everyone's needs are met. She is so friendly. She makes a point of knowing your name and working with the goals you want to achieve.
Michael Hagler
Oct 29, 2021
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Really awesome and fun workouts! Karens workouts are often custom tailored to the groups needs and level. She is super knowledgeable, and able to determine the level and needs of the group and adjust on the fly. Really great at providing a fitness routine that we wouldnt do on our own, with out over-taxing those who might be just starting out with fitness after a hiatus.
Kira Minkova
Oct 27, 2021
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Ive been training with Karon for about 6 months now, and believe she is one of the most experienced & committed trainers around. I started training every other week, as part of a group session, really enjoyed the variety & challenge she put into the sessions! She ensures that my technique is always correct to avoid any injuries. If I felt uncomfortable doing something because of my knee problem she would always come up with some alternative set of exercises. Now I do training twice a week, my fitness has increased noticeably and Ive seen improvements in my ability to complete more sit ups
Anna DiStefano
Oct 24, 2021
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Karen knows what she is doing. Challenging and patient. Individualized coaching. Funny. Smart. Flexible.
Hannah Armer
Oct 22, 2021
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I started personal training with Karen a couple of months ago, and I have fallen back in love with fitness! She iswell-knowledgeable, encouraging, and hilarious. I have a blast working out with her! Whether it's her personality, style, or workout routine, it's never dull. Before our first session, I toldher of my thyroid condition, and she thoroughly researched my specific fitness needs, which was reassuring. She has supported my fitness goals by modifying our sessions based on my physical strengths and challenges. She is well-prepared with fitness plans, equipment, and an inspiriting attitude
Debbie Herwaldt
Sep 24, 2021
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I love working with Karen, she far exceeds other personal trainers that I have worked with in the past. Her personal training sessions addresses your individual fitness goals and challenges. She is always upbeat and goes above and beyond to meet your individual needs.
