Dopamine FX

Dopamine FX

DFX offers training, small group classes & personalized nutrition for functional health for life! 🔹

Operating as usual

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 12/18/2024

If you’re still searching for the perfect holiday gifts (or want to treat yourself), Steve has shared a curated list of fitness and health-focused items he personally uses and loves:

1. Brazyn Collapsible Foam Roller
2. TRX Straps
3. LMNT Electrolytes
4. NOBULL Outwork Shoes
5. Stainless Steel Cookware

We hope Steve’s recommendations inspire thoughtful holiday gifting or maybe a few upgrades to your own routine.

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 11/27/2024

The crew putting in the work! 💪 Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 Enjoy your feast, and don’t forget to stay active and move your body! 🦃✨

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 11/13/2024

Veterans Day Challenge in honor of Ben, our veteran. 🇺🇸 We took on a 12k ski relay, with each teammate pushing through exercises during their time off the ski. The goal? Beat 48 minutes—a serious challenge. Proud to say Matt, Ben, and I made it happen!

11/07/2024

Part 2: Simba on duty! He’s all about perfect form. End-of-class savasana? His absolute favorite!

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 10/28/2024

Since 2019, DFX has been dedicated to guiding you toward functional health beyond just gym strength. Our mission? To improve your movement, making you stronger, more resilient, and ready to excel in every aspect of life.

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 10/03/2024

The men’s class working hard with trainer Steve! 👏

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 09/21/2024

At DFX, it’s all about being your best outside the gym. It’s about having fun and living to your fullest. Took that mindset to a race in Mammoth on August 17th, a week before turning 54, and came away with a win in my division! Also snagged 2nd best overall time, just behind a 22-year-old. Not bad for a guy with a little gray hair! 💪

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 09/09/2024

To boost your metabolism, focus on lifestyle choices:
1. Resistance training boosts your metabolic rate.
2. Healthy sleep patterns positively impact your metabolism.
3. A high-protein, low-carb diet can increase your resting metabolic rate.

Learn more from the studies below:
*https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11224660/
*https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4701627/
*https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4701627/
*https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17071844/
*https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3873760/
*https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8630279/

08/26/2024

Crush your fitness goals together at DFX! 💪✨ Join our group classes to experience a supportive community, high-energy workouts, and results you can see and feel.

08/20/2024

Annemarie with the goblet squat! 💪

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 08/05/2024

The women’s class celebrating Nancy’s birthday last month! 💪🎈

07/22/2024

This month, we explored insulin resistance and how muscle mass impacts insulin sensitivity. Subscribe to our newsletter for monthly health insights from experts, delivered straight to your inbox!

For personalized diet and exercise guidance, schedule a session with one of our experts at Dopamine FX. Send us a DM!

07/16/2024

Insulin helps glucose enter cells for energy, stabilizing blood sugar. Overeating sugary foods can lead to insulin resistance, causing stress, inflammation, and higher risks of diabetes and heart disease. Maintain insulin sensitivity with a diet rich in protein, healthy fats, and fiber, and avoid processed foods and excess sugars.

07/09/2024

Muscle mass plays a significant role in maintaining insulin sensitivity and reducing the risk of insulin resistance.

How to build & maintain muscle:
-Resistance training with free weights, bands, or machines 2-3 times a week.
-Consume enough protein, at least 1 gram per pound of bodyweight.

For personalized guidance on diet and exercise, consider scheduling a session with one of our experts at Dopamine FX.

Link to Study: https://academic.oup.com/jcem/article/96/9/2898/2834715?login=false&utm_source=trythis.dhrupurohit.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=try-this-try-this-a-tough-but-worth-it-hack-to-improve-insulin-sensitivity-and-reduce-your-risk-of-diabetes

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 07/02/2024

Couple workout! 👫💪

06/27/2024

DK’s 78th birthday!
Swings - 78 reps
Overhead Tall throw - 78 reps
Slide Board - 78 reps
Bench 78 pounds - 78 reps

06/24/2024

Heyning-Laverty family workout! 💪 3 rounds of an intense EMOM. So much fun!

Photos from Dopamine FX's post 06/18/2024

In case you missed it, we now have a doctor in the house! 🎉 Introducing Dr. Chris Latham. Congratulations, Chris! 👏
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Simba on duty! 🐾
GLOW hour in full swing with the GLOW ladies! 💪🔥 Crushing pull-overs, push presses, and farmer carries.
Steve Shlens - record holder, personal trainer, and coowner of Dopamine FX - has learned firsthand the power of function...
Steve is all about form, and as he says, these are "textbook swings" by Corinne. 💪📚
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Trainer Steve’s favorite addition to workouts: the Verasport Ultraslide! Elevate your leg strength and enhance body prop...
If you seem to get off track, trainer Steve will be there to get you back! 🙌💪🏋️‍♂️

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918 Chapala Street
Santa Barbara, CA
93101

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 7pm
Tuesday 5am - 7pm
Wednesday 5am - 7pm
Thursday 5am - 7pm
Friday 5am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm