• Achieving progress in the gym relies heavily on your commitment, consistency, and adherence to a well-balanced nutrition and exercise plan. Consistent effort and mindful eating play integral roles in maximizing the benefits of your workouts. Particularly for newcomers to resistance training, noticeable changes may occur more prominently in the early stages compared to individuals with extensive training experience.

  • Sessions are 1 hour long. Each session includes a warmup with dynamic stretching and muscle activation, followed by a compound exercise, and then accessory movements targeting smaller muscle groups. Some periods of training may vary depending on your goals and needs.

  • Personal training offers personalized workouts and attention, tailoring exercises to an individual's goals and fitness level. This uniqueness enables clients to make more progress, distinguishing personal training from group fitness classes, which involve a larger group following a standardized routine led by an instructor.

  • The cost of personal training encompasses the trainer's expertise, ongoing education, research, experience, and the time invested in designing customized programs for clients, as well as the time spent during actual training sessions.

  • Building muscle is crucial for various reasons, including increased metabolism, enhanced strength, better joint support, and improved overall body composition. Additionally, it contributes to better functional movement and can positively impact long-term health and well-being.

  • Both lifting weights and cardio are essential components for good health and improving body composition. Weightlifting builds strength and muscle, while cardio enhances cardiovascular health and contributes to overall fitness. A balanced approach incorporating both yields optimal health benefits.

  • Progress in the gym can be measured through various indicators, including increased strength, improved endurance, enhanced flexibility, changes in body composition, and achieving fitness milestones. Consistent tracking of performance and setting specific goals helps gauge and celebrate your progress. A great trainer will keep notes about your progress so you can reference during sessions!

  • Nutrition coaching is distinct from personal training due to the detailed attention it demands from both the client and coach. Maximizing the benefits of both services requires a focused approach, recognizing the unique considerations and complexities involved in both training and nutrition.

  • Personal training is beneficial for a diverse range of individuals, spanning from those who are untrained and seeking guidance to well-trained individuals aiming to optimize their workouts. It caters to teens, athletes, men, women, and the elderly, providing tailored programs to meet unique fitness goals and requirements across various ages and fitness levels.

  • For optimal results, engaging in personal training sessions 2-3 times per week is a recommended and effective frequency. This allows for consistent progress while allowing your body proper time for recovery between sessions.

  • Yes — and we strongly believe seniors should be strength training. We offer personalized training for seniors focused on building strength, improving mobility and balance, and increasing confidence in daily movement. All programs are fully customized, with an emphasis on safety, smart progression, and long-term health and independence.

  • During peri and post menopause, the body becomes more prone to muscle loss, fat gain, and bone density decline. Strength training directly combats these changes by preserving muscle, supporting bone health, improving insulin sensitivity, and keeping the body strong, capable, and resilient.

  • Yes. You do not need prior experience to begin strength training. Programs are designed to meet you where you’re at, with an emphasis on learning proper form, building a strong foundation, and progressing safely over time.

  • Pilates is excellent for core strength, posture, and body awareness. Strength training is designed to build muscle, increase bone density, and improve full-body strength through progressive loading. They serve different purposes, and one does not replace the other.

  • Clients often say they feel stronger — physically and mentally. Beyond visible changes, they experience improved energy, better sleep, fewer nagging pains, and a shift in how they view their body and their capabilities.

  • Yes. In-home personal training is available depending on your distance from our Burlington facility and trainer availability. Please contact us to confirm whether in-home sessions are an option for your location.

  • Yes — strength training can support weight loss, but its main benefit is building muscle, which increases metabolism and helps your body use energy more efficiently. Combined with proper nutrition, strength training can help reduce body fat while preserving lean muscle.

  • In-person personal training provides hands-on guidance, expert feedback on form, and a program tailored specifically to your goals, abilities, and limitations. It ensures you progress safely, efficiently, and consistently while keeping you accountable.