How often do I need to work out to see results?

Depends on what you want to see! The answer also depends on several other factors: your starting health, the intensity you put into your workouts, your age and genetics, how you fuel your body, the quantity and quality of your sleep. I am happy to discuss your particular circumstances.

However, the American College of Sports Medicine (1) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2) recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise (or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity) per week and 2 or more days per week of resistance training. Such physical activity can help prevent and treat common chronic conditions like high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and depression.

For most people, I will encourage 2-3 training sessions per week combined with 10-15 minutes of daily movement.

Can I still eat what I want as long as I exercise a lot?

Fueling your body to change your life will not always match your cravings. We will work together to gradually change your habits so they align with your goals. This will include indulging in occasional play foods!

Is personal training by video call as effective as in-person?

It can be. Some people better commit to exercise when the workouts are at a scheduled time in a group setting with other community members around for encouragement. Other people can work just as effectively by themselves on their own schedules. Regardless of which training environment works best for you, working with me will give you personalized workouts and nutrition plans designed with your goals in mind. The most successful clients also receive mindset and lifestyle coaching.

How soon will I see results?

If you put in the work, you will start to see yourself as a new person in 6-9 weeks. But ideally that will be just the beginning of a lifelong commitment to healthy daily habits.

Is personal training worth the cost? Can’t I achieve the same results if I follow a workout program by myself?

There’s no better investment than investing yourself. Say it out loud: “There’s no better investment than myself.” Your best results will come working with a qualified trainer who’s a great fit for you. If you could achieve the same results on your own, then you’d already have the body of your dreams and a life that you love.