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Personal Training Program


Personal Training is one of the most successful aspects of the health and fitness industry today, as clients are experiencing results they never anticipated! Personal Trainers provide motivation, education, support, and guidance to their clients, pushing them to be accountable and dedicated to making positive fitness changes!

Still don’t know if Personal Training is for you? Maybe these frequently asked questions and their answers will help encourage you to sign up!

What happens in a typical Personal Training session?

Generally, the first few sessions are spent working out the kinks in the workout- establishing weights and time limits. But don’t let this discourage you! It’s just the way Personal Training operates, to ensure that you get the results you are aiming for. It takes time to understand your capabilities and limitations.
Each session and each workout will build upon your first few sessions. However, you should still wear comfortable workout apparel, as you will be definitely be exercising. Keep in mind if you are already very fit and don’t struggle with motivation, we’ll push those muscles right away!

What happens in my initial consultation?
Your first session with a trainer is crucial to setting you up for success. Many people begin an exercise program with high hopes but discontinue their program after only a couple months. This is usually because their exercise program is not right for their goals, fitness needs, or lifestyle. That’s why your COMPLIMENTARY initial consultation is so important! The majority of your initial consultation will be spent discussing your exercise and health history and outlining your fitness goals. This helps our trainers to determine which type of program will be best for your body- and your motivation! We’ll also establish baseline values by collecting measurements, including body composition, blood pressure, height, weight, and circumference measurements. It’s not scary or negative. It’s the best way to track your progress and help you to feel successful!

How do I get started?
Go to the “Trainer Availability” or “Meet Our Trainers” tabs and find the trainer that’s right for your goals and your schedule! Call or e-mail your preferred trainer directly to schedule your initial consultation.

What if I need to reschedule a session?
If you need to reschedule any of your training sessions, you’ll need to contact your trainer a minimum of two hours prior to your scheduled session. If your trainer does not receive at least two hours notice of your cancellation, you will be charged for that session.
Our trainers are busy and their time is important, as is yours. Therefore, we extend the same courtesy of a two hour reschedule notice to you! That way none of us are wasting our time. After all, things come up that are not always planned and we understand that better than anyone!



Personal training is one-on-one, one-on-two, or one-on-three instruction that utilizes health history and pre-exercise screening, goal-setting, and comprehensive health education and information.

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