Personal Training
(by appointment only)
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An intro session is designed for the two of us to get aquainted. I'll ask you some questions about your exercising history, whether you've ever had any injuries, and things of that nature. We'll run some tests on you to get an idea of your (a) flexibility (b) strength and (c) endurance. Then we'll talk about your goals. Perhaps you want to lose weight, or are training for an event, or just want to be slimmer for the summer time. Whatever your fitness goals, we'll put together a plan and help you realize your goals.
Q: How quickly will I see results?
This depends on a lot of factors of course, age & exercise history being
two big ones. Also motivation and consistency are key. Once I've had a
chance to work with you, I'll provide better feedback on this important
question. I'll also encourage you to keep a fitness journal, where you
can record your workouts & diet and then measure and see changes over time.
Q: Why Sean over trainers at the franchise gyms?
Training and health are big passions of mine. What's more I've always
enjoyed the challenge of finding creative ways to exercise without it
becoming boring. Do you have a shortage of time or a shortage of space?
We'll find a way to get you fit within whatever parameters. What's more
I've shifted from the work-a-day grind to fitness, so I can relate to a
lot of the challenges of living and working in Manhattan, the strengths
and weaknesses you may have, and how to overcome them.
Q: What if I have not trained in a long time?
Trust me I've been there. About seven years ago I was totally out of shape,
and had the challenge of turning things around. At thirty I had to make
a decision. I hope I can share some of these challenges with you, and
motivate you back on track to a healthier, more energetic life.
Q: I just wanna be hot and sexy for summer, how do I do it?
Truth hurts, but sure that's why many of us workout. Here's the key -
not only hard work, but smart work! A combination of flexibility,
a little bit of strength training, and cardiovascular endurance training
will increase your body composition (muscle density not bulk), and at
the same time raise your metabolism. Muscle burns calories even while
you're resting, and cardio builds your lungs and heart to be stronger and
more efficient. All these things combine to burn fat, and trim your
waistline. What's even better is that all of this improves your
circulation making your skin happier and healthier too. There are also
plenty of benefits of exercise on ones mental wellbeing.
Q: What's this about life change and transformation?
A: A good friend of mine and I were recently talking. I asked her
why she enjoys these fashion transformation television shows where
the woman goes from average to hot hot. She explained how clothing
and makeup can dramatically affect your self-image. "I love seeing
how much brighter their smiles are and how happy they are after."
She said that watching this transformation reminds her what is so
inspiring to her about fashion. I realized this is exactly what I
find exciting about good nutrition and fitness. Sure you can workout
to get buff, or to get that six-pack. But for many of us it is
really about having more energy, more vitality & more youthfulness.
It can also be meditative, providing a way of decompressing from our
stressful work lives. Less stress, more energy, weightloss, a bit
more muscle mass, and a stronger heart, all these things make us more
youthful, and transform us to be hotter and healthier!
Q: What is bodyweight training?
A: The term bodyweight refers to excercises which use gravity, and
only the weight of the body to get you fit. Although weight training
can be beneficial, my preference has been towards bodyweight training
because it is more "functional" that is, it builds on strength that
you can use everyday. Doing specific barbell exercises make you
stronger at that one very specific thing. Conversely bodyweight
exercises activate the core muscle groups, and many smaller co-
contractor muscles which provide stability and balance. By
activating these muscle groups, you get stronger without getting
bulky. Examples include pushups, situps, pullups, handstands,
headstands, various types of balancing poses, and all the many forms
of yoga. Weight bearing exercises also build up bone density,
preventing osteoperosis and other degenerative diseases in older age.
Q: How do I get insider training?
A: If you're training at one of the franchise gyms most likely you
can't choose your own trainer. And chances are good you'll get
assigned a third-tier trainer who is a little green behind the ears.
By going with an independent trainer, you are choosing someone you
like and want to work with, and who will work harder to keep you as a
client.
Q: How do I get exceptional results?
A: By using unconventional training methods, and keeping your sites
on flexibility, strength, cardiovascular endurance, and nutrition.
All four are key.
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