As your personal trainer in Washington DC
I help you reach your goals with:
- Strength Training
- Bodybuilding
- Senior Fitness
- Posture Correction
- Athletic Competition Preparation Plans
- Injury Prevention/Rehabilitation
- Toning
- Nutrition
- Weight Loss
Personal Trainer in Washington DC
Personal Training for Adults Over 40 and 50
I'm Arkadiy Makarov, a personal trainer with over 20 years of experience. I help adults build strength, lose body fat, and improve posture with individual coaching and nutrition guidance.
Your program is adapted to your experience, goals, and movement limitations, with close attention to exercise technique and steady progress.
I train clients in person at Bench Gym, 1150 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, as an independent trainer. No gym membership is required.
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NO GYM MEMBERSHIP!
"I train clients at Bench Gym as an independent contractor. No membership or long-term commitment required."
About Arkadiy – Personal Trainer
From a childhood fascination with bodybuilding that led me to compete in Russia’s national championships to earning my BA in Sports Science, I’ve spent over 20 years as a personal trainer in DC guiding people to stronger, healthier versions of themselves. My passion is helping clients face real challenges—whether you’re recovering from injury, managing age- or weight-related issues, or simply wanting to feel powerful again. Best of all, it only takes about 2 hours per week to get into your best shape.
That fire started when I helped my mother lose 100 pounds and reverse her high blood pressure through smart nutrition and consistent training. If you’re ready to overcome obstacles and transform, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
If you’re ready to improve your health and make meaningful, lasting changes, we can develop a personalized plan tailored to your goals. Taking the time to explore your options is already an important first step. The next step is putting a structured approach into action—with the right guidance and consistency. Whether your focus is weight loss, strength training, bodybuilding, or overall fitness and wellness, you’ll receive a program designed to deliver real, measurable results. Start your transformation today.
Connect With Arkadiy – Personal Trainer: 571-331-1170
Starting Weight - 182 lb
Body Fat - 32%
7 Months Transformation Weight - 159 lb
Body Fat - 6%
I've known Archie for over 10 years and I can say that his skills and dedication to his work can change your life. His comprehensive fitness and diet program can transform your body beyond expectation and pushes the limits of the impossible and the before and after pictures can prove it. It happened with me and others time and time again.
Well done Archie and thank you so much for the impact you have on many lives.
Starting Weight - 115 lb
Body Fat - 24%
7 Months Transformation Weight - 95 lb
Body Fat - 14%
Archi is so wonderful to train with. His knowledge about nutrition is what has helped me get into the best shape of my life at the age of 35. So many of my friends ask me how I did it. I owe this to Archi's expertise with recommending the right diet and exercise for me. All I had to do was follow his direction and I immediately saw results. I was an instant believer after just a few weeks of meeting him and dropping 10 lbs.
He is very easy to work out with and makes going to the gym fun. I am very small (95 lbs) and he doesn't try to overload me with weights, but keeps it at a difficult, yet workable pace. I appreciate his attention to my form and how he always corrects me if I am doing it incorrectly. Overall, Archi is the best trainer I've had over the past 20 years and I really owe my body development and happiness to him.
Starting Weight - 210 lb
Body Fat - 23%
7 Months Transformation Weight - 161 lb
Body Fat - 4.5%
For over 15 years I've worked with male and female trainers to prepare for triathlons, half marathons, and overall fitness. However, I'm proud to say my greatest results came while training with Archie!!!
In all seriousness, working with Archie from Jan 2017- October 2017 I lost a total of 40 lbs, from 201 lbs to 161 lbs, and got down to 4.5% body fat. In that same span, I completed in my first physique bodybuilding competition and placed 2nd in over 40 and the novice categories.
If your goal is real results and real fitness, trust me, Archie will help you get there!!!
Personal Trainer in Washington DC for Weight Loss, Strength & Body Transformation
Looking for a personal trainer in Washington DC who delivers real results? I provide one-on-one personal training designed to help you lose weight, build strength, and improve your overall fitness.
Programs combine strength training, nutrition guidance, and personalized coaching so you get measurable progress efficiently.
Strength Training
Build muscle and increase strength.
Weight Loss Coaching
Structured fat loss with long-term results.
Bodybuilding Coaching
Physique development and competition prep.
Senior Fitness
Improve mobility and balance.
Posture Correction
Reduce pain and improve movement.
Serving Washington DC & Nearby Areas
I work with clients across Washington DC, including Dupont Circle, Georgetown, Arlington, and Alexandria. If you're searching for a personal trainer near you, I provide a focused, private training experience.
Personal Training Questions
Where do training sessions take place?
Sessions take place at Bench Gym, 1150 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20036. Arkadiy works there as an independent personal trainer.
Do I need a gym membership?
No. You do not need a gym membership to train with Arkadiy at Bench Gym.
Do you train adults over 40 and 50?
Yes. Training is adapted to your goals, experience, and movement limitations, with an emphasis on strength, exercise technique, and consistent progress.
Do you offer strength training programs?
Yes. Strength training is personalized to your experience, goals, and current abilities.
How often should I train?
Most clients train two or three times per week. The schedule depends on your goals and availability.
How much does personal training cost?
The first eight sessions cost $150 per session, the next eight cost $130 per session, and subsequent sessions cost $110 per session. A free initial consultation is available.
Ask about your training goals