Do I need equipment?
No. I show up with all the needed equipment. However, if you already have equipment in your home, it can be integrated into your workout.
Can I try a sample workout?
Yes, you may call and schedule a sample workout to see if this is something that you can do. I will warn you that 100% of the people who do become clients. Your health is a great investment! Most people would rather pay now than later.
Can I speak with some of your current clients?
You sure can! Just send us an email or call (801) 815-7725 and I will give you a list of references that you can speak to.
How often should I train?
Your training frequency will vary depending upon your goals. Most clients will train somewhere between two and five times per week. I do have clients who train once every 2 weeks and use one of our customized programs for the workouts in-between.
What does the workout consist of?
Workouts can consist of core, balance, strength training, boxing, plyometrics, Pilates, Yoga, assisted stretching, and whatever else I need to help you accomplish your goal.
What if I can’t find time to workout?
We all lead very busy lifestyles. The key is making time for it. We always make time for what is important to us. Some of our hardest working and most consistent clients have been the ones with the busiest schedules.
How long will it take to see results?
This depends upon a number of factors including your current level of fitness, how often you train, your genetic make-up, and how consistent you are at following a good nutrition plan. Depending upon these things and your goals you could be looking at anywhere from two to six months.
Will lifting weights make me big?
If you are a female this is not very likely. Weight training is effective because it burns calories; helps tone and shape your body. Cardio and diet alone won’t achieve this. Building a little lean muscle creates a hotter burning metabolism. Hotter metabolism equals more calories burned and less stored as excess body fat.
I hate going on diets. What should I do?
Good. Diets don’t work because they are temporary. What you need to do is change your overall lifestyle. Being in better shape isn’t about starving yourself. It’s about making smarter nutritional choices such as cutting out processed foods and increasing your intake of fruits, vegetables, and lean meats. I will work with you to create the best nutrition program for you and your body.
- 1. What Takes Place in My First Training Session?
Your first training session will consist of fitness testing followed by a brief workout.
I have each client fill out a health history questionnaire/activity history, so that I am aware of any limiting conditions and can create a safe and effective routine (in some cases a doctor’s release is required to start an exercise program).
This is followed by fitness testing, consisting of:
• Taking your blood pressure and resting heart rate
• Bodyfat testing
• Treadmill test to determine aerobic conditioning and capacity
• Height, weight, and body measurements
Fitness testing provides a starting point for your program, as well as a way to measure progress toward your goals. Following the workout, I give each client a meal diary to fill out for 3-4 days. This will help in ensuring that your nutritional intake will support your efforts in the gym or your home.
- 2. Why Should I Engage In Regular Exercise? What Are The Benefits?
That’s an easy one:
• Lower your blood pressure and resting heart rate
• Increase lean muscle mass and lose bodyfat
• Improve flexibility, posture, balance and coordination
• Reduce and relieve stress and symptoms of depression and anxiety
• Increase strength, energy and endurance
• Increase bone density
• Improve physical appearance and self-esteem
• Improve athletic performance
• Helps Type II diabetes, back pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, and high cholesterol
• Help prevent injury
• Boost metabolism
• Improved overall health!
- 3. Why Should I Use A Trainer? What Sets You Apart From Other Trainers?
Having a trainer takes the guesswork out of exercise and diet and ensures that you will reach your goals safely and effectively in the shortest possible time. Constant monitoring and adjusting of your program, as well as providing supervision and motivation, leads to attaining your goals much more quickly.
Having said that, a good trainer does not:
• Talk on his/her cell phone during your appointment
• Arrive late for sessions
• Show up unprepared
• Cancel sessions at the last minute
• Fail to keep good records and measure progress
I pride myself on giving my clients superior service and support, and my constant undivided attention. I attend many seminars, classes and conferences each year in order to stay on top of the latest research and training methods. With over 15 years of experience and a real passion to help others realize their potential, my clients get measurable results!
- 4. How Do You Stay In Shape?
My personal program consists of 3-4 days of strength training with cardio work, and a weekly session of power yoga or Pilates for flexibility and stress relief. I recommend that all my clients try a Pilates or yoga class – I incorporate elements of both in my client’s programs. It does wonders for your core, flexibility, and general well-being.
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I receive many questions and inquiries through this website. Although I can’t answer each question individually, this page will be updated from time to time with answers to those most commonly asked.
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