I founded AP Wellness Training & Consulting to guide and support those interested in developing healthier lifestyles. As a San Francisco personal trainer, I focus on all areas of wellness, including diet, exercise, and emotional health. My custom fitness plans are designed with you and your fitness goals in mind. If you have questions about my services or personal training in general, check out the FAQs below.
It will depend on your fitness goals, budget, and motivation to work out on your own, but it usually takes 3-6 months to see lasting results and develop the habit of regular exercise. If you’re happy with your progress, however, your trainer can help you set new goals you can continue working on together. Check out this blog post for more information on how long to hire a personal trainer.
I recommend looking for four key characteristics in a potential trainer:
The initial consultation for personal training is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and see if we’re a good fit. I’ll ask questions like:
In addition to these questions, I’ll ask you to do a few bodyweight movements, such as squats or lunges, to establish a baseline range of motion. There is absolutely no commitment necessary for a consultation.
I hold CrossFit, NASM, Precision Nutrition, and ProNatal Fitness certifications. For a complete list, read my bio.
At AP Wellness, a personal training session includes a custom one-hour workout designed to help meet your specific fitness goals. I incorporate exercises for strength, conditioning, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Outside of training sessions, I will help educate you on diet and nutrition and am available to answer questions. I also offer guidance on behavioral modification. For more details, visit my in-person training page.
For one month of custom online workouts, my prices range from $300-$600. In-person training costs $140 an hour, with discounts available for purchasing packages. My stand-alone nutrition services cost $150 per month.
I recommend 1-3 personal training sessions per week. You will see the best results with at least 2-3 workouts per week, but some of these can be completed independently.
Personal training will help you make the most of your exercise time by combining nutrition and behavioral guidance with custom workouts targeting your goals. If you have limited time to work out but want to see results, or you’ve tried workout programs before but couldn’t stick with them, personal training can help. Benefits of personal training include:
I specialize in women’s fitness, senior fitness, and athletic training. I hold several CrossFit certifications, as well as a certificate for pre and post-natal exercises. I do also accept male clients.
Nutrition coaching is a service that helps you make healthier and more educated choices about your diet by teaching you principles of nutrition and meal planning. Nutrition coaching helps with overall fitness but should not be used to treat specific health conditions.
Yes, but personal trainers do have limitations on what nutritional services they can provide. For example, I cannot make recommendations regarding specific health conditions. I can educate you about nutrition, behavior modification, and provide a bank of healthy recipes that you can use to build a comprehensive meal plan, however. I’ll also help you calculate macronutrient levels for your specific body type.
Yes, we will discuss pre-existing conditions during your training evaluation, and I will design workouts to accommodate any limitations and prevent re-injury. I can also coordinate with your doctors and other healthcare team members to create the best plan for you.
No, my in-person training services are conducted at a gym where I rent space, but you can complete online personal training at home with whatever you have available. If we work together for an extended period, I may recommend purchasing inexpensive equipment, such as dumbbells or fitness bands, but body weight can also be highly effective.
Still have questions? Contact me directly for a consultation or to schedule services. I also have free resources available on my blog. Best of luck with your fitness journey!
If you’re hitting a plateau with your athletic performance, you may need to mix up your workout routine. Athletes like bodybuilders or runners often focus on training specific movements over and over again. Adding cross-training into your program helps build overall strength and endurance while giving certain muscle groups a much-needed break.
Other ideas for improving performance include checking your nutritional intake and getting enough rest. Working with a personal trainer like AP Wellness Training & Consulting ensures that you’ll receive a science-based plan to help you meet your goals.
I have experience training CrossFit athletes, bodybuilders, powerlifters, and runners, but science-based personal training can help athletes in any sport build strength, speed, and endurance while preventing injury.
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As a San Francisco personal trainer and nutrition coach, I am here to help you achieve and surpass your fitness goals.
