COMMON QUERIES

Need to Know

HOW ARE YOU DIFFERENT FROM A REGULAR GYM TRAINER?

I meet clients where they are at. Your training should reflect both your current ability levels and what goals you want to pursue. I value open communication above all to make sure my clients are a part of the decision making process. Ultimately, my hope is that my clients feel empowered to take their training into their own hands with me becoming a supportive figure down the road!

DO YOU CHARGE EXTRA FOR NUTRITIONAL GUIDANCE?

As I am not a nutritionist, nutrition coach, and certainly not a registered dietitian, I do not offer meal plans or prescribe diets. However, I am happy to compliment any services these professionals may offer by explaining the science and helping with accountability. I love collaborating with and learning from other professionals in our industry as I believe this helps us all improve the client experience as a whole!

WHAT TYPES OF HOME FITNESS EQUIPMENT DO YOU RECOMMEND?

While a full home gym is not feasible for everyone, a few recommendations that will help maximize the possibilities for home training are both long and short loop bands, yoga blocks, balls of varying weights/diameters/densities, and free weights in the form of adjustable dummbells. Bonuses if space/budget allows may include a bench (flat or adjustable), kettlebells, dowels, and a pull up or suspension trainer station. Happy to help provide specific product recommendations upon request!

WHAT DO YOUR CERTIFICATIONS ACTUALLY MEAN FOR ME?

I’ve got a mix of strength, mobility, and rehab-focused training through National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), Functional Range Systems (FRCms), Prague School of Rehabilitation (DNS-ST2), and Camp 4 Human Performance (C4HP L1).

What that actually means for you: your program isn’t random. It’s built to get you stronger and more conditioned, while also making sure your joints move well, your body feels stable, and you’re not constantly dealing with nagging pain.

A lot of my approach blends traditional strength training with joint work, movement quality, and (when relevant) climbing-based performance ideas—so you’re not just working hard, you’re actually moving and performing better over time.