Personal Training

Overview

As your personal health and fitness training coach, I will establish a program which will be suitable to your current fitness level. We establish goals and visions to support your fitness desires and intentions. A long term, customized cardio/resistance/flexibility and global nutrition program will be designed and implemented gradually with your future goals in mind.

During our personal training session I will create a cardiovascular program that you can do on your own to burn fat and increase your metabolic rate, as well as, design a weight training/resistance program that we will do together to enhance the esthetic changes to your physique. The cardio portion of your program is performed on equipment such as a Stairmaster, a stationary bicycle, a treadmill or an elliptical machine or you can just bring it outdoors and do a walking/running program. If you are interested I can also train you for that 5K, 10K, ½ or whole marathon.

Your resistance program will/can include weights, bands, tubing, bosu, physioball, medicine ball, kettle bell, Pilate’s rings and foams. Basically we will have a very large variety of choices. Besides shaping the muscles, weight training has many other benefits including elevated fat metabolism, increased bone density, improved endurance and motor performance, strengthening of soft connective tissues (ligaments and tendons), lowered risk of injury and better overall functional ability.

Finally, I will incorporate a flexibility program with the basic asana (postures) and pranayama (breathing) of Hatha yoga being an option. I have a global nutrition background and I have been trained in the use of food as a fuel source but I am not a registered nutritionist and I do not write nutrition programs. I do have a nutrition counselor on staff if we find you may need assistance with your nutrition.

All aspects of my personal training philosophy are aimed towards better physical, mental and hence, emotional health. When these three elements of living are congruently well life seems to take on a different flavor. Regular physical activity can and will reduce weight, relieve stress and fatigue, and increase emotional stability. So… be good to you, give your body, mind and conscience a break and let me help. Hope to hear from you soon.

Training disciplines include but are not limited to: Strength, power and endurance, resistance training (periodized programming), cardio-conditioning (including running/biking and race preparation), sport specific training, core, flexibility (including Yoga), post-rehabilitation.

Exercise Testing: Testing begins at the first session and you are tested at appropriate intervals. Includes:

Inactive Testing: height, weight, resting heart rate, blood pressure, body mass index, waist to hip ratio, circumference and body fat percentage.

Active testing includes: cardiovascular VO2 test, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility.

Q & A ABOUT PT

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/activity questionnaire, 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, body fat 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. I will also suggest that you to start a food diary. This way I can be sure that you are eating the necessary foods to support your new fitness program and, if necessary help you to eliminate those foods that are totally useless and harmful to your health.

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 body fat, 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. Exercise helps Type II diabetes, back pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, high cholesterol, etc. Exercise also helps prevent injuries, boosts metabolism, and improves 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.

I pride myself on giving my clients superior service, 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 25 years of experience and a real passion to help others realize their potential, my clients experience measurable results!

4. How Do Stay In Shape?
My personal program consists what I do for a living on a daily basis. I teach and participate in 16 -20 weekly sessions, 2 yoga-pilates fusion, 3 radiant strength, 5 spins, and 6 Intensati classes. I treat food as fuel but I don’t deprive myself of anything. The more I love myself the more I want good, wholesome nutrition. I recommend that all my clients try treating there fitness the way they would expect someone they love to. Eventually this behavior becomes a habit and the one you love is you!

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 the most commonly asked questions. Regardless, please don't hesitate to send me

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