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Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Thu Apr 09, 2026 | 1:28pm

Suit Up, Get Zapped: Inside Santa Barbara’s EMS Workout Studio, EMS Body Atelier

A snug suit, a steady current, and a surprisingly taxing 20 minutes at a downtown studio redefining strength training.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Mon Mar 09, 2026 | 4:29pm

Catching up with Santa Barbara fitness veteran Ken Gilbert.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Tue Aug 05, 2025 | 10:56am

The Funk Zone location is now offering paddleboard workout classes.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Thu Jun 05, 2025 | 1:53pm

Our Cardio Confidential columnist tries out country dancing — both Scottish and English style.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Mon Mar 24, 2025 | 3:43pm

Rare Sol Fitness brings the trainer to you.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Fri Feb 14, 2025 | 3:48pm

Downtown Santa Barbara Gold’s returns to roots.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Sun Nov 24, 2024 | 4:48pm

Our Cardio Confidential columnist checks out tai chi in Santa Barbara’s Oak Park.

Cardio Confidential By Amy Ramos | Fri Sep 27, 2024 | 10:03am

Find Pilates and more at Core Sport.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Fri Jun 14, 2024 | 4:27pm

Workouts at Shoreline Park are available with former Arena Football League running back Julian Hayes.

Cardio Confidential By Amy R. Ramos | Tue Apr 30, 2024 | 12:29pm

Our columnist tries hot yoga, sweating it out at Power of Your Om.