About Us

Mint Condition Fitness was started in 2009 with the mission of empowering adults 50+ to take control of their fitness and live the life they envisioned.

At Mint Condition Fitness, we’re on a mission to empower you to take control of your fitness and live the life you envisioned.

If you are like most of our members, you have given your all to your career and family, but your health has suffered. Now, as you try to refocus on YOU again, you are finding that the things you used to do to get fit just don’t work anymore.

And what solutions are offered? Usually, your options are to take medication, have surgery, or just "stop" doing things because of your age.

To us, that is not acceptable.

Not only are you capable of reclaiming your health and fitness, you are at a point in your life where you have a deeper reason for your fitness than ever before.

Whether that is to be a role model for your kids, an active part of your grandchildren’s lives, or to guarantee that you can continue to do those things that bring you the most joy in life, you have a purpose for fitness.

Now you just need someone to show you the correct way to get back on the right track...and that is why we exist.

Founder's Story

When I was young, my grandfather passed away, and I will never forget the emotion I felt knowing that a beloved advocate, role model, and mentor would no longer be with me. As tough as that was, it was not until a month later that something happened to alter the course of my life.

As the dust settled, I was helping get his house in order and was tasked with cleaning and organizing files, papers, and equipment that he had accumulated in the office.

One day, as I was flipping through a random stack of papers, one page caught my attention. As I looked at it more closely, I realized that it was a list of the medications that had been prescribed to him. Each one had a specific dose, to be taken at a specific time, for a specific purpose.

All-in-all, there were 23 different drugs. Twenty-three.

Some were painkillers. Some helped with the constipation caused by the painkillers. Some were to keep him awake during the day - and others to help him sleep at night.

And to top it all off, there were drugs for the nausea and muscle cramps caused by the drug cocktail. As I read this list, I couldn’t stop thinking about what a terrible life this must have been to live.

And I found myself sitting there in tears.

At the time, I didn’t have much knowledge about the human body and brain, or just how destructive “medication” can be - but I knew that this was wrong. It was at this moment, as I sat and reflected on what I was looking at, that I realized two things:

1) The quality of life is what matters. It doesn’t matter how long you live if your mind and body have failed you.

2) Our medical system is great for keeping people alive but seems to have little notion of how to optimize your health and life.

And as I looked at this medication list, and what they were all for, I got sick to my stomach thinking about how awful he must have felt.

It was those two realizations that prompted my journey into the field of health and fitness.

In my mind, the best thing I could do was become a personal trainer.

There really is no other profession that allows you as much opportunity to support, empower, and be a positive influence for change than personal training, simply because of the area of focus AND the frequency of training.

So that is what I did. I became a personal trainer and dedicated myself to learning all that I could about the body and the brain.

And the more people I worked with, the more I realized just how big of an impact this work could have.

I have seen women transform their bodies and look the way they did 10, 20, even 30 years earlier.

I have seen men who had not touched their toes since their 20s, now able to touch the floor at 45 (and, more importantly, not have constant back pain).

I have seen what happens when women realize just how much strength and power they are capable of having, and the change in confidence and personality this produces.

I have seen men change their bodies and minds, and because of this change, finally have the time, energy, and ability to be the fathers and grandfathers they always wanted to be.

And this is why Mint Condition Fitness was born. Since opening in 2009, my mission has been to create a company and a team that cares deeply for our members, their health, and most importantly, quality of life.

Colin Triplett

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Member Success Stories

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   Cheryl Bales 
 24 September 2026
 
 
  I just completed the Thrive-In-5 assessment and training.  They have a great program.  It includes assessment of your current condition, developing a customized routine based on current goals & issues to be addressed, the environment is not intimidating for older adults, they provide clear expectations of goals for each exercise, encouragement is provided when tasks are performed correctly which is appreciated as a novice, they monitor progress and adjust as needed.  I found all the staff I had contact with to be very warm and friendly.  They do a good job presenting what is being offered with their program.  Very high quality service!
  
 
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   Jaideep Tandon 
 21 September 2026
 
 
  I started at Mint Fitness when I turned 50, looking to build real consistency in my workouts — something I'd struggled with for years. Two years in, that's exactly what I've gotten.

Kyle has been a great trainer — he customizes my program around my actual goals rather than a generic template, and his nutrition and cardio guidance has made a real difference. The results have been measurable, and I'm in better shape now than I've been in a long time.
  
 
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   Andy Heninger 
 12 September 2026
 
 
  I have really enjoyed my experience with Mint. I started about six months ago, after being diagnosed with Parkinson's, with the goal of doing what I can to maintain my strength, flexibility and ability to function well.

It's working. I feel stronger, and a lot of every-day things are easier - getting up and down, climbing stairs, getting in and out of cars, and the like.

Working with Barry has been a real pleasure, as we figure out routines and exercises that work for me. The entire staff has been great.
  
 
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   Wendy Ryan 
 9 September 2026
 
 
  Mint Condition has been a positive game changer for me and my overall health and well-being. From day one, I have felt heard and appreciated for both my goals and my unique challenges. The staff is amazing from the front desk to the coaches to the manager. I can’t say enough good things about Mint!
  
 
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   Joseph Di Salvo 
 26 June 2026
 
 
  Mint Condition Fitness of Los Gatos has been integral to my physical and mental strength after a six month illness accompanied by significant weight loss.  I am delighted with the quality of personal trainers I have been privileged to work with two days per week. Chante designs my personal routine with attention to my posture, balance and strength.  Both Chante and Michelle offer encouragement and attention to detail every fitness minute.  In addition, the management and reception staff produce a healthy family-like atmosphere each and every training session. How lucky am I!  Thank you Mint, Chante, Michelle, Hannah, Matt et. al. you are helping me create a “better” me.
  
 
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   AMiller 
 16 June 2026
 
 
  I joined this gym recently with a very specific goal in mind: I’m 52 (almost 53), and it finally dawned on me that daily walking and dance cardio alone might not be enough to carry me gracefully (and strongly!) into the next few decades.

Walking in for the first time, I’ll admit I was a little intimidated. It had been a long time since I’d lifted heavy weights. But what I found instead was an incredibly welcoming, supportive, and knowledgeable environment. No egos, no judgment - just coaches who actually know how to meet you where you are and help you get stronger safely (and without making you feel like you’ve made a terrible life choice mid-squat).

I’ve been working with my trainer, Kyle, and he has been fantastic. He’s supportive, encouraging, and somehow manages to push me just the right amount (even when I’m silently questioning my life choices during a pull-up set). He creates a new workout for me every six sessions, which keeps things interesting and he ensures I’m always progressing. He also does monthly body composition assessments, which means we’re tracking real data.

And here’s the amazing part: in just five weeks, my muscle mass has increased and my body fat has decreased. Actual results! At 52! I honestly didn’t expect things to change this quickly, but it’s incredibly motivating - and maybe a little addictive.

What I appreciate most is the thoughtful, personal programming and attention to form. I feel challenged, but also confident I’m doing things correctly. If you’re someone who’s been active but knows it’s time to add strength training - especially as you get older - I can’t recommend this place enough. It’s empowering, it’s effective, and it turns out you’re capable of a lot more than you think… even if you occasionally need a pep talk between sets.
  
 
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   Elizabeth Shen 
 15 June 2026
 
 
  I was never an athlete, nor inclined towards sports or physical activity of any type.  In fact I didn't go to exercise classes voluntarily until I retired.  Because of my Parkinson's diagnosis, exercise is now essential to keep my movement disorder symptoms at bay. My daughter researched local facilities that offer good exercise programs for us locally and landed at Mint Condition Fitness.  I'm so glad she did!  It's a welcoming, clean, and fully equipped facility, well managed by Max Ferrero. Most importantly, I have been partnered with an exceptional Personal Trainer, Chante Sims Derose.

Chante helps me set performance goals regularly, defining ever increasingly difficult exercise programs to push me, strengthen my body and increase my stamina. He demonstrates each activity in my program for me, watches me like a hawk as I work on each activity, and is quick to provide both corrective and positive feedback throughout each exercise session.  He'd adapt activities to what will stretch but not overwhelm me and is always encouraging. He has now extended his coaching to what I eat, when... it's looking like he's moving me towards a lifestyle change!

Having worked with Chante about 7 months now, I feel very fortunate to have him as my personal trainer, not only because he's such a pro at what he does, but also because he genuinely wants me to and will do his best to help me achieve my goals. In fact, I know that Mint's program, with Chante as my personal trainer, is working for me because my movement disorder physical therapist declared my progress is, "same or better in every category" during my annual assessment! He added, "you don't need physical therapy, keep doing what you're doing!"  That is validation, indeed!
  
 
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   Patricia Baker 
 11 June 2026
 
 
  I joined the Mint after Max gave a compelling presentation at the LGSRecration Center on maintaining fitness as one ages. The Mint is where I met Barry who became my trainer- I was having difficulties with balance, stamina and strength. Barry coaches me through exercises specifically designed to work on my problem areas as well as overall strength. When I have difficulty with a routine, he patiently explains why it is in the program and which muscles are involved- if those muscles are not doing exactly what is required Barry works with me to make adjustments until the desired result is achieved. I am very appreciative of his patience and knowledge.
  
 
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   Mary Atwell 
 5 June 2026
 
 
  I didn't need to lose weight - I needed to gain strength. After 14 years I continue to depend on Mint Condition and the trainers to maintain and increase my stamina and strength. If you're thinking about beginning to improve your health, this is a great place to start!
  
 
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   Carol Bower 
 3 June 2026
 
 
  Great coaching staff to build skill and strength!
  
 
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   Nancy Boitano 
 1 June 2026
 
 
  Mint Condition has been great for me! I have been a member for 3 months and have been working  out 2 times a week with Kari. She customizes all my workouts and is so encouraging. I have gotten stronger, have better posture and feel so much better functionally- whether it is just getting up off the floor, going up and down stairs, playing softball with my granddaughter or putting a suitcase in the airplane overhead.
I look forward to going to the gym and working out with Kari!! All the staff is great. I highly recommend Mint Fitness!
  
 
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   David Mendoza 
 30 May 2026
 
 
  I’ve been working with Mint for a while now and I can’t recommend them enough. They bring great energy to every session, keep me accountable, and actually make working out something I look forward to. They pay attention to what I need and push me just the right amount. If you’re looking for a trainer who genuinely cares about your progress, look no further.