Portland Personal Training & Weight Loss

Absolutely! PPT offers a wide variety of tools to track a clients progress, whether its fitness journals to write every workout down, or personalized files to measure weight, body fat, personal records (PR's). Body measurements and body fat calculations is typically on a case by case basis, the tools we use will be determined by what's BEST for the CLIENT!

We can definitely work with people who have different injuries, disabilites, medical issues, or other challenges but we are only Personal Trainers. We do not diagnose or treat serious medical issues, illnesses, or injuries. If a client has exercise (or other health related goals) that they have been given by a medical professional then we can certainly help execute those goals and keep the client accountable. We have had many clients that were really frustrated. They felt there was nothing they could do for exercise or activity due to pain or injuries. It can be really rewarding for us to help them figure out what they can do for exercise despite those challenges. Often times their pain and energy can improve just with the increased activity.

A typical Personal Training Session is 30 or 60 minutes long. The Trainer and the Client set up pre-scheduled times to workout and we try to keep the scheduling convenient and consistent for our clients. Sticking with a program is hard enough already, we try to make it as easy as possible. Most clients warm up before their session. The Personal Trainer will have a workout set up for them before they arrive but will check in with the client to see if they have any differing goals or issues for the workout. We try to make the workouts fun and they are always based on your current fitness level and goals. We use our time during the workouts efficiently to talk about our clients off-day exercise and eating plans and we make sure they know what to do 7 days a week to accomplish their goals. We confirm all appointments and check in with our clients via text throughout the week to whatever level helps them most. Everything is focused on helping our clients achieve the results they want.

We have Trainers that cover times from 5 in the morning to 8 or 9pm Mon-Saturdays (Most Trainers take Sundays off). Workout times need to be convenient for the client otherwise they won't stick with it. We try to make it as easy for you as possible. Having multiple male and female Personal Trainers makes it easier to manage lots of different availabilities.

We get that question a lot. And the answer is......YES! Access to the facilities is included in all Personal Training Packages. If clients would like unlimited access (workout anytime at the locations) a discounted rate with zero joinging fees and no monthly commitment is available.

The sky's the limit Mark! Many of our clients have lost significant amounts of weight (up to over 100 pounds!). It all depends on how closely they follow a recommended program. Clients that exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet can expect to lose 1-3 pounds of bodyfat per week! That may seem kind of slow to new clients but look at it this way, If you lost 12-36 pounds of bodyfat over the next 3 months you would be happy right? You will also get so much more than just weight loss..... It's also important to understand that you will feel better right away from a good program (even before the weight loss starts). You will have increased energy and self image, aches and pains subside, you'll sleep better, and you will feel better about yourself right away. Weight loss is great and we definitely focus on helping clients achieve their desired results, but sometimes the uninteded consequences of working out and eating healthy can be just as powerful as the weight loss:)

Great question Kay! Congratulations on your weight loss, Very impressive! At this stage it is critical that you add a STRENGTH TRAINING routine to your exercise program. We call it strength training rather than weight lifting because there are many different ways you can go about it. You can work with weights, do bodyweight exercises, use bands/dumbells/freeweights, or machines. You can do water aerobics, yoga, or take a group class. The important thing is that you build it into your life. All of us should do some form of strength training at least 2-3 days per week. It doesn't have to take long. The benefits are endless! It will help you mainitain your independence as you age, continue to be active and mobile, fight off injuries and arthritis, lubricate joints, heel achy knees/shoulders and backs, and help maintain and builld bone density to avoid breaks. One of the main reasons is to maintain an increased metabolic rate (keep your metabolism cranking!). Let us know if we can help

That's the big question! A lot of people assume that they cannot afford Personal Training. We pride ourselves on making Personal Training affordable for the everyday person. We have a lot of options (in order to fit all different kinds of budgets and clients needs) and it can get a little confusing. That's why we always offer a FREE SESSION PERSONAL TRAINING so people can check everything out in writing with absolutley no pressure. We offer One on One Personal Training starting at $39 per session (half hour sessions) and Small Group Personal Training (it is Personal Training, not a class) for as low as $10 per session. We have monthly options for unlimited training, combination programs, and per session rates. Our goal will be to put together a program that fits for you! For your life, your schedule, your goals, and your budget! If it fits in your life then you will have the greatest chance of success.......and isn't that the most important factor:)

Personal Training helps people see significant results through effective workouts and accountability, Most people start with our Free Session. You can sign up for it on our website. We schedule a convenient time at the nearest location for you to meet with one of our Personal Trainers. We will sit down with you to get an idea about your goals, lifestyle, any injuries/challenges and your desired timeframe. Then we will put you through a light workout to gauge your current fitness level (no need to be nervous, it will be light unless you do not want it to be:) After that we will show you all your pricing and scheduling options to work with a Personal Trainer. We never pressure anyone to get involved. We are super nice and try to answer all your questions and help you out as much as we can with our time together. Most clients meet with a Personal Trainer 1-3x per week and are matched with an appropriate Trainer for their goals and schedule.

We can definitely help you with that Shelly! The biggest thing we will do is help you get measurable results right away. If we can get you feeling better and accomplishing your goals then motivation gets a lot easier. Fill out the on-line form on our website for a FREE SESSION and we'll get you back on track. The hardest part is starting back up but you've already taken the first step! Good Job!

Oh, great question! That's one of the hardest things to do. The absolute best way to keep a client motivated is to get them real/measurable results. Most people will stick with a program if it is working. I think another key to keeping a long term client motivated is to continue to learn what is important to the client and why it is important to them. After that we and try to make their workouts fun and inspiring rather than something to dread. Is a client motivated by health or appearance? Do they have short term goals in addition to their long term goals? Do they like to talk during their workouts or not? The more we learn about our clients, the more we can cater our style to meet their needs. Every client is different, but if you truly care about your clients success, a great Trainer will adjust their style to help the client succeed. Thanks for the opportunity to explain:)

We can definitely help with Deadlifts! It's one of our favorites! Of course power lifting isn't for everyone, but if it's right for you, we can make sure you are doing it right:) Sign up for a FREE SESSION PERSONAL TRAINING on our website and we will get you all set up.