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Celebrity fitness trainer Ramona Braganza may be most known for sculpting hot Hollywood bodies, including those of Jessica Alba and Halle Berry, but her love of fitness and quest for excellence has facilitated the transformation of hundreds of bodies and attitudes worldwide.

Recognized as one of the top personal trainers in the world among the
entertainment industry, Ramona has worked as Jessica Alba’s personal trainer for the last 12 years and also trained such female celebrities as Halle Berry, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Biel, Kate Beckinsale, Amanda Seyfried, Ashlee Simpson, Eva Mendez, Jaime King and Dania Ramirez. Male clients she has worked with include, Zac Effron, Ryan Reynolds, Tom Welling, Michael Weatherly, Shiloh Fernandez and Max Irons .

Many of her famous clients were shaped using Ramona’s 3-2-1 Training Method of three cardio segments, two circuit strength training segments and one core segment. Capable of giving her female clients long lean definition she is equally capable of adding size and strength to her male clientele by drawing from her intense weight training and fitness competition background. Ramona has been singled out as
the “go to” trainer if you have six weeks to prepare for your next role or six years to transform from head to toe.

She may look like she is 30 years old, but at 48, Ramona boasts over 25 years in the fitness industry. Due to her expert knowledge, Ramona has made editorial contributions to Shape, Marie Claire, Men’s Health, Allure, Fit Pregnancy, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Woman’s World, Self, Women’s Health and Fitness, Glamour, Cosmo Girl, Japanese Vogue, In Style, People, US Weekly, In Touch and more.

She was the 2007 spokeswoman for the Kraft Foods’ South Beach Diet and is currently a spokesperson for Vitaminwater, Minute Maid Orange Juice, Pirate Brand’s Booty Snacks, Omron’s Go Smart Pedometers and is a Fitness Expert panel member for Golds Gym’s Fitness Institute.
Recently Ramona has been identified as being the woman responsible for getting new moms back into shape with her 3-2-1 Baby Bulge Be Gone program. Developed specifically for clients Halle Berry, Jessica Alba and Ashlee Simpson, her 12 week postpartum program is available on her website www.ramonabraganza.com

Production companies continuously seek her out to train their stars while on location. After years around the world on different movie sets using limited equipment and relying on soft sand, nearby mountains, trees, and rocks to fit in workouts, Ramona designed a custom built 48-ft. mobile fitness trailer that rivals the world’s most exclusive gyms. “Mobile Physique” has been on the sets of Blade 3 where she trained Jessica Biel and Ryan Reynolds, X-Men 3 training Halle Berry and Dania Ramirez, Fantastic Four 2 with Jessica Alba and Chris Evans, Night At The Museum Part 2 with Ben Stiller and the A-Team movie where Ramona trained cast members Liam Neeson, Bradley Cooper, Sharlto Copley and Jessica Biel.

Ramona combines her “321 Method” with her solid nutrition program her “321 Nutrition Plan” Her incredibly contagious and infectious energy will get even the most sluggish of bodies toned and healthy. “You can do a workout anywhere, any time, with very little supplies,” says Ramona, born in Germany to East Indian parents. An international upbringing has not only allowed her to become fluent in English, French and German, but to work with all types of clients from A-list celebrities to stay-at-home moms, and from NFL cheerleaders to corporate executives.

From the age of four, Ramona became involved in sports. A competitive career
in gymnastics in highschool led to dance, which led to a career as a cheerleader
in Los Angeles for the then N.F.L LA Raiders where she won numerous awards
including “Raiderette of the Year.” After a decade of professional cheerleading,
she served as one of the Raiders’ Choreographers and as Dance Director for the
NFL Europe League before competing as a professional fitness athlete. Instantly
recognized for her exceptional physique, Ramona began modeling for top fitness
magazines, including gracing the cover of Muscle and Fitness. She was also a
model and guest host for Pinnacle Sports and Body by Jake, and appeared in
fitness commercials for such brands as Reebok and Champion Sports. Often
called upon as a fitness expert for MTV, VH1, Extra and on E Chanel, she was
the 2009 Body By Glamour featured Celebrity trainer. Recently she put Kate
Beckinsale through the 321 program for her role in Underworld 4 due out this fall.

Ramona is honest in her approach. She is renowned for teaching her clients to
have perfect technique while working out, to take care of their bodies through
proper nutrition, proper rest, moderation and above all, keeping things fun while
maintaining excellence. “For me being fit must become a lifestyle its not just
about doing it for a Hollywood body , Do it for you!”

For 2012 Ramona is focusing her energy on her 321 Fit Retreats, global retreats
designed to emphasize not only Fitness for the Body but also Wellness for the
mind, and Peace for the spirit. A total wellness concept she hopes will leave
clients feeling empowered and excited about feeling healthy both inside and out.

Blog Entries by Ramona Braganza

Lessons From the Red Carpet: How to Look as Good as the Stars

(0) Comments | Posted February 28, 2013 | 3:47 PM

This past Sunday, along with a few girlfriends and several million worldwide viewers, I watched the 85th Annual Academy Awards. The evening began with the traditional red carpet parade featuring several of my former clients.

Amanda Seyfried, who I trained on Red Riding Hood, and Halle Berry, who I helped...

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3-2-1 Countdown to 2013 and Your Fitness Goals

(0) Comments | Posted December 28, 2012 | 10:45 AM

As the countdown to a new year begins, excitement in the air grows! To many of us, a new year signals a time for new beginnings, a time for a fresh start. At this time of year, I'm often asked to give some tips on setting and keeping fitness goals....

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Sweat Outdoors This Summer

(0) Comments | Posted July 6, 2012 | 5:51 PM

Summer's here! If you need another reason to get out and get moving, here it is: Working out outdoors is not only healthy for the body, but studies say it can also improve well-being. So between the weather and the benefits, there is no excuse to stay indoors!...

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Spring Forward to a Healthier, Happier You

(0) Comments | Posted May 9, 2012 | 8:00 PM

It's spring time! As you come out of hibernation, you may find that you've packed on a few pounds. You spent winter months exercising in your living room and you know the key to a healthy, active lifestyle is a balanced diet, so what gives?

Well, you might be making...

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Lose the Last 10 Pounds by Memorial Day Weekend

(0) Comments | Posted April 23, 2012 | 2:59 PM

If you are like most people when it comes to getting your bikini body ready for summer, you may be waiting until "crunch time." Maybe you have been too busy or not felt like getting started. Well with Memorial Day weekend being less than five weeks away, I'm here to...

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Look Your Best for Holiday Parties

(3) Comments | Posted December 5, 2011 | 11:50 AM

Some people have been preparing for months to dazzle at this season's holiday parties. Others are just realizing that December is here, which means it's that time of year again to fit into your holiday best. Regardless of how prepared you are, it's never too late to incorporate some last-minute...

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Eating Happy: Why You Don't Have to Shun Your Favorite Foods and Drinks

(1) Comments | Posted October 25, 2011 | 2:51 PM

Last night, I sat down to treat myself to a delicious bowl of penne arrabiata and a glass of Merlot. And the week before, I ate an incredible Indian meal complemented with Naan bread and a soft drink. But I must admit, before I learned the importance of balance and...

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Getting In Shape On A Budget

(2) Comments | Posted October 11, 2011 | 9:46 PM

Though I'm a celebrity trainer with A-list clients such as Jessica Alba, Halle Berry and Zac Efron and and a panel member of Gold's Gym Institute, one thing I can promise is that you don't need to have a lot of money -- or be a celebrity -- to get...

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Why You Shouldn't Aim For A 'Hollywood Body'

(18) Comments | Posted July 31, 2011 | 10:38 PM

As an L.A.-based celebrity trainer, with A-list clients such as Jessica Alba and Halle Berry, choosing "don't do it for a 'Hollywood body'" as a topic for my first blog may sound like a contradiction.

Having trained talented and beautiful actresses known for their celebrated "bikini bodies," shouldn't I...

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