
Sarasota’s Most Accredited
PERSONAL TRAINER
Darla O’Brien is a Sarasota Personal Trainer who holds more nationally accredited certifications than any other trainer in Florida. She is a renowned expert who has helped hundreds of clients achieve their individual fitness and health goals.
Your Customized
PERSONAL TRAINING SYSTEM
When you train at Designer Fitness boutique studio you will benefit from the custom “Motion Empowered” System℠ for fitness training. Developed by Darla O’Brien, the ME System will enhance your life well beyond your workout.
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EXPERT FITNESS BLOG

ME Everyday: Setting Your Posture
It is critically important to start any exercise with good posture, as we want to build a solid base to reach our fitness goals. All exercise is simply movement – and moving is something we do all day long. The more aware we are of our posture as we move throughout...
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EXCLUSIVE SAUNA ACCESS
There is nothing like the multi-mode, state-of-the-art HOCATT™ Ozone Steam Sauna. This unique, relaxing sauna experience is exclusively available to Designer Fitness clients.
Training Available For
SEASONAL RESIDENTS
Darla’s Motion Empowered System is something you can take with you when you head north. The ME System keeps working even after you leave the studio!
Fitness With A Difference
5 STAR REVIEWS
I consider myself fortunate to have worked with Darla O’Brien for the last eight years. Darla tailored an exercise program specifically for me. It’s made a real difference in my body posture, sense of balance and overall body strength
-LS of SarasotaI have dealt with trainers and fitness professionals for most of my life: Ms. O’Brien is right at the top of the list of those gifted few who are without peers in her business!
Tim McCarver