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The first step is a free intro call. We'll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and determine whether we're a good fit.
If we decide to work together, we'll choose the coaching option that best fits your needs and schedule. I'll then send you a short questionnaire so I can learn more about you before we meet.
Your first session will be a little longer than usual, giving us time to talk in more detail, establish a starting point, and get straight into training.
The intro/consultation call is a chance for us to get to know each other before moving forward.
We'll discuss your goals, exercise history, current challenges, and what you're hoping to achieve. It also gives you the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about my coaching approach.
This conversation helps ensure that my services are the right fit for your needs before investing in ongoing coaching or a Fitness Strategy Session.
I primarily work with adults in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond who want to get stronger, move well, and make their training more effective.
Some of my clients are returning to exercise after time away, while others are already active and want experienced guidance, a more personalized approach, or help getting better results from the time they spend training.
This is a one-off, 75-minute session for people who prefer to exercise independently but would like some professional input on what they're doing.
We'll look at your goals, current training, available equipment, and anything you're unsure about or would like to improve. We can work through exercises together, look at technique where useful, and identify ways to make your training more effective and efficient.
The goal is for you to leave with a clearer idea of what to focus on and how to move forward with your training.
There's no requirement to sign up for ongoing coaching afterwards.
Not at all! Many of my clients are returning to exercise after months or years away and are looking for guidance on how to get started safely.
In many cases, yes. My background in nursing and specialty fitness certifications allows me to work with many individuals managing chronic conditions. We will discuss your health history during our initial conversation to determine whether coaching is appropriate. Sometimes medical clearance or a discharge note from PT is needed first. It is rare that a condition comes with a prohibition on exercise. The right kind of exercise has been shown to help all sorts of chronic conditions and arthritis.
Sessions are about 60 minutes long. This gives adequate time for a check-in, warm-up, workout with appropriate rest periods, and cool-down.
That depends on your goals, schedule, and fitness level. During your consultation, we'll discuss the option that makes the most sense for you.
Sessions take place in your home, outdoors, or at another agreed-upon location.
I bring the necessary equipment for sessions. If you have your own equipment, I’m happy to incorporate it. Having your own exercise/yoga mat is helpful for hygiene reasons. I always bring antibacterial wipes for the equipment anyway.
A small clear area is enough. Garages, basements, living rooms, patios, and driveways all work well. The area should be free of obstacles and should have an approximate radius of 1.5 x your height.
Yes. Couples training may be available depending on goals, schedules, and training needs.
I’m happy to offer general guidance and support healthy habits as part of the overall coaching process.
Consistency is important, but I understand that life doesn't always go according to plan.
Please provide at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. Whenever possible, I'll work with you to find an alternative time.
If you're traveling or away for an extended period, we can discuss options to help you maintain momentum until we resume our regular schedule.
For safety, pets and small children should not be in the workout space during sessions. This allows us to train effectively and avoid injuries.
Yes. If you prefer to train independently but would like some professional guidance, I offer a one-off In-Home Fitness Strategy Session.
During this 75-minute session, we can look at your current training, goals and equipment, work through exercises together, and identify ways to make your training more effective and efficient.
There’s no ongoing coaching commitment. All new in-person clients begin with a free intro call to make sure the service is a good fit.
No. However, most clients achieve their best results with a minimum three-month commitment. Most clients stay with me many months and sometimes years, depending on their needs and budget.
Some clients start with 1 session per week for the first month, then they increase to 2 sessions a week for 2-4 months, then they reduce back to maintenance at 1 session per week for as long as they want.
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