Frequently Asked Questions
With over 20 years of experience and hundreds of client transformations, these are the most common questions I get from people starting their fitness journey.
Most clients begin feeling stronger and more energized within the first few weeks. Visible changes in muscle tone and fat loss typically appear within 6–12 weeks, depending on consistency, nutrition, and training frequency.
With the right program, it’s absolutely possible to build muscle and lose fat at the same time.
No. I operate at a private gym that is used solely for personal training sessions. Other than the fee for my training sessions, there are no additional fees, membership, or commitments of any kind. The gym has every piece of equipment you'll ever need as well as showers, towels, and hygiene products.
No. We don’t work out during the consultation. We first make an assessment of your body composition, and discuss your diet and fitness goals. We then create a nutritional plan, discuss a workout plan, and put together a timeline for you to get in the desired shape. On average, a consultation takes about an hour.
I understand that things can come up unexpectedly, so I don’t demand 24-hours notice. I ask for 4-hours notice for a cancellation, which may enable me to use that slot for other clients.
I recommend that we start with 2 sessions per week. If you haven’t trained regularly and properly before, you will be sore after a workout and your body will need sufficient time to recover. Otherwise, you risk overloading your joints, which could lead to injuries such as tendonitis. I can tell you from personal experience that even elite athletes typically train in the gym only 4-5 hours per week. The difference is in doing the right exercises for your body, doing them with the correct form, and doing them at the proper intensity.
Our workouts will not involve what most people consider “cardio,” though they will get you breathing hard and improve your cardiovascular health. If you do strength training program 2-4 times a week and stick to a low-calorie eating plan, you will see fast results without doing any additional cardio. If you like to do intense cardio because it helps relax you, then you should continue.
But if your primary goal is to lose body fat, I would suggest starting with low-intensity cardio, like a long walk in the morning before any meal or after working out, when your body is low on glycogen and will burn your body fat as energy. For more intense cardio, I suggest high intensity interval training, such as sprints for 20 seconds followed by a 1–2 minute walk. You can do 10 to 12 intervals without wearing yourself out and pounding your joints the way long-distance running does.
But if your primary goal is to lose body fat, I would suggest starting with low-intensity cardio, like a long walk in the morning before any meal or after working out, when your body is low on glycogen and will burn your body fat as energy. For more intense cardio, I suggest high intensity interval training, such as sprints for 20 seconds followed by a 1–2 minute walk. You can do 10 to 12 intervals without wearing yourself out and pounding your joints the way long-distance running does.
Absolutely. Every program is customized based on your current fitness level, age, and any injuries. Many of my clients are beginners or over 40, and they achieve excellent results safely and consistently.
Pricing depends on your training frequency and program length. Most clients train 2 times per week for optimal results.
Contact me for a free consultation and a personalized plan.