Body Basics Fitness

The fitness assessment lays the foundation of the work that follows. In addition to a physical movement screen, I gather information about the client's past experiences and medical history. Together we sit down and establish clear and realistic goals.

With a degree in Secondary Education, I taught high school which gave me a foundational understanding of how to convey information in the form of lessons.  I use this approach to help people grow from their current state to their desired state of health. I believe that a great trainer teaches their clients what they need to know so that they can take over and manage their health and fitness on their own.

My initial program is three months in duration. Clients can sign up for two or three days per week. There is a slight price reduction per session for training more frequently.  After the three months is up, clients can stay on as month-to-month members. We do not offer any long term contracts. Payment is made with a credit card that we hold securely in an encrypted format.

I went through a mini life-crisis and found myself in failing health. I decided that I no longer wanted to be or feel this way and once and for all took full responsibility for my bad habits. The outcome surprised even me, and I set out to help other people do the same. I have a powerful message that comes out of my own mess!

Over the last twenty years, all types. But the best fit for me now is Gen Xers and Baby Boomers.  I can relate to them, their lives, and how challenging it can be to make the time for living a healthy life. Where do you start? It can be quite overwhelming.

I helped a 75-year-old client who had not played gold in over five years get back on the golf course and enjoy this game he loves so much. It took six months of diligence to get his body to be more mobile and stable. We also worked on flexibility, balance, and strength. I didn't know he went to play golf until he came into my studio on a Monday morning and hugged me. He thanked me over and over again and said, Larry, you changed my life."  I was pretty overwhelmed too. All I could say was, " Thank you, but you have changed my life too!”

Ask a lot of questions! Find out what their specialty is and ask to speak to a couple of their clients, especially those who have had similar challenges. Don't get roped into a long term contract! Life can turn on a dime and you want to make sure you have an exit strategy if needed.  Don't work with a personal trainer unless you are 100% committed to changing your health. No one is going to take you by the hand and do the work for you. You have to show up in your own life every day, so make every day great.

Am I committed to seeing this through?

Do I have a budget for personal training?

Who can help me with support and encouragement?