Meet Our Owner and Head Trainer Gabriela Canedo

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Fitness entrepreneur and personal trainer Gabriela Canedo loves helping clients change their lives and reach their goals toward fitness with full-body dynamic workouts.

Hello, my name is Gabriela Canedo, owner of the Fit Factory. Born and raised in Palm Desert, CA, I have been in the fitness industry for five years, helping, educating, and impacting the many people I come in contact with in their fitness journey.

What sparked my fire in fitness and wanting to become a fitness coach is my own struggles with body dysmorphia and an eating disorder. Before fitness, I was scared of food, ate low-calorie meals, cut carbs out completely, did cardio every day, and was scared to pass the 117lb weight mark. I was intimidated by weight training, but most importantly, I was NEVER happy with my own body.

Gabriela Canedo

Gabriela Canedo

I realized I couldn’t be the only person who feels the way I do, so I decided to make the change to learn the healthy lifestyle. I decided to get out of my comfort zone, learned about nutrition, weight training, and the healthy way of living for my life! Today I am no longer scared of eating food. I have no guilt if I have a burger. I weigh 130 lbs., and I am happy with my body! I learned my healthy lifestyle, which is now the driving force behind Fit Factory. The studio is here to provide a workout and show and educate you to learn your healthy lifestyle for your life – and put it into practice.

The journey of being an athlete started when my parents placed me in karate at the age of 10 years old. I’ve done karate, jiujitsu, and boxing and absolutely love the sports!

I love being challenged and learning in sports and activities that I’m unaware of to enhance growth in the fitness industry! When I first started lifting weights, I decided to sign up for a bikini competition to force me to advance my knowledge of nutrition and strength training. That was probably the most challenging part of my life with fitness, but I wouldn’t change any part of it because it created me to what I am today!

Meet Our Owner and Head Trainer Marques Prior

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I have been in the health and wellness industry for over 3 years However, my journey did not start then. It started as a youth playing multiple sports growing up. After 4 years of Varsity Football and an outstanding career I played one year of college football at St John's University (MN).

In the off-season running college track I tore my hamstring and would never be able to fully recover to make a return. In the process of trying to be the best athlete I could possibly be I have personally gone through the process of Weight Loss, Weight Gain, and Rehabbing Injuries. This is what allows me to relate to anyone who walks through this door and create the best program possible for them.

My favorite thing to do when I am not in the gym is to go home and take care of my four French Bulldogs. Also, I still spend time on the football field giving back to the youth. I currently coach at Rancho Mirage High School and run an off-season training program for my athletes.

Marques Prior

Marques Prior

Meet Our Personal Trainer Floricella Gonzalez

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From overcoming personal challenges to becoming a beacon of motivation, Floricella Gonzalez's story is one of true transformation. Born in Palm Beach, Florida, and raised in Guatemala by her uncle, she knows what it's like to confront and conquer life's obstacles.

Floricella's fitness journey began against a backdrop of self-reflection and the desire to change. Wrestling with weight issues from a young age, she looked in the mirror and knew she was destined for more. Despite early struggles with dieting and self-image, her perseverance shone through.

After relocating to LA post-graduation, Floricella's life took a pivotal turn. It was here she learned that food could be an ally, and exercise a joy rather than a chore. Her husband introduced her to the world of hiking, and together, they embarked on a journey towards health and happiness.

Joining a gym was a monumental step for Floricella. Initially hesitant to lift weights, fearing she would become too muscular, she soon discovered the empowering truth about women's strength training. Guided by images of strong, empowered women, she began to embrace the weight room.

Now a fervent advocate for healthy living, Floricella dedicates an hour daily to the treadmill and has incorporated weights and machines into her regimen. Her transformation is a testament to the power of incremental change and the strength of the human spirit.

At Fit Factory, Floricella brings her compassionate understanding and evidence-based techniques to clients, helping them navigate their fitness paths with confidence and joy. Whether you're just starting or looking to level up, she's here to guide you through each step of your journey.

Marques Prior

Floricella Gonzalez

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    75153 Merle Dr., Suite 1 Palm Desert, CA 92211