Frequently Asked & Anticipated Questions

A - Physiologists with a specific interest in the physiology of exercise are called exercise physiologists. Responsibilities may include monitoring and assessing cardiovascular and metabolic effects and mechanisms of exercise, replenishment of fluids during exercise, and exercise for cardiac and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. They may be employed in extremely diverse settings, such as being self employment or working for community organizations, or in commercial/industrial facilities, health clubs, recreation centers; and educational institutions. Exercise physiologists may also work in clinical settings prescribing exercise for cardiac, pulmonary, or other types of patients referred by a physician.

A - Thanks Ronnie!

A Certified LifeStyle Counselor ® (C.L.C.) is a health care professional who is uniquely trained to help clients/patients modify their lifestyle to reduce the risks of preventable diseases and improve their overall quality of life. LifeStyle Counselors focus on the entire fabric of an individual's lifestyle: Mental, Behavioral and Physical.

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A - Personal training is a service that provides support and guidance in relationship to a planned intervention that targets physical activity and nutrition. It's main purpose is to improve your fitness and physical & psychological well-being through exercise and eating well.

Lifestyle coaching is a service designed for the individual that is looking for more. It not only targets the objectives of personal training but it also dives into such areas as relationships, overall well being (body, mind, spirit), career, improving communication skill sets, organizational skills, increase personal confidence and self-awareness. And most of all finding comprehensive balance & control in your life. Lifestyle Coaching combines personal training plus other methods of lifestyle intervention.

A - I have been working professionally in the field of sports, wellness, fitness, health care and rehabilitation since 1986.

A - Below are some of the more common populations or areas of focus I have engaged:

Weight control, athletic training, post physical therapy, cancer patients post treatment, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, arthritis/osteoporosis, multiple sclerosis, youth fitness, active older adults, cognitively/mood impaired, healthy adults, expecting mothers & after birth fitness. I run groups for weight control, stress management, smoking cessation, low back health.

There are more but listed above are the most common.

A - My area of specialty is lifestyle change to impact the needs of each person I work with.

Weight control, stress reduction & mood management, diabetes management, disease prevention, improving fitness and well-being are all areas of special interest.

A - Yes. With your consent I can send reports, coordinate care and communicate with your doctor in other ways related to your services provided.

In some cases it may be best for you to see your doctor before starting a program of structured exercise. I use a number of methods to determine what may be best for you to provide a safe and effective experience.

A - I accept personal checks or online payments via PayPal or Google Checkout, both subscription and pay as you go.

A - I understand that sometimes “stuff happens”, so I will try to accommodate your needs.

Generally speaking, if you cancel a reservation more than 48 hours before the time of your appointment, you get a 100% credit toward the appointment. However, because of issues with last minute cancellations a $20.00 fee is charged if you cancel between 48 and 24 hours before your appointment. If you cancel within 24 hours of your appointment you are charged for the session.

You must cancel by phone or email only.

A - Group programs are custom, meaning they are designed for organizations or groups of individuals on an as needed basis. To start a group simply contact me and we can arrange an assessment of your needs for a group program.

As I do not offer "open" groups you can't simply "join" a group at this time.

A - You must have a minimum of 5 persons to start a group. This is great for friends, people in offices, churches, service groups, etc. that would like to do a program together with people they know!

Contact me to find out more!

A - If you have a group that wishes to start a program but have no location, I can make arrangements to secure space. However, the cost of this space would be added to the fee.

A - You can look at these options which meet the needs of individuals giving them a similar experience as the group but in a one to one or couples setting.

• Weight Control
• Smoking Cessation
• Stress Management

A - Yes I do!

Please read the page on fees for personal training and see what is offered. We also offer discounts for "fitness fans" which you can check out on the loyalty page.

You can also subscribe to the LifeWay newsletter and get subscriber only specials.

A - I primarily serve Albany, Schenectady & parts of Schoharie Counties. However, arrangements can be made for me to travel to other counties but extra charges may apply.

Contact me to find out what is available.

A - Each individual is different.

There is no universal diet that will help every person lose weight. The idea of "going on a diet" to lose weight implies that eventually, you will "go off" the diet and return to your old eating habits. This could lead to up and down weight loss and gain, which is bad for your health. The best way to lose weight and keep it off is to make lifestyle changes that include healthy eating and exercise habits.

A- It is my goal that your experience be a great one. This includes client confidentiality and your right to privacy. Personally, I would not ask a client to "use their body" for my advertising gain. I do include letters from clients and professionals as testimonial and my experience and education speaks for itself.

Many people want to "look good", and that's okay! However, it is not what brings true happiness and is not a necessity for being well and when used in advertising, quite frankly, can be misleading. Showing "buff or cut" bodies like those that are posted on many trainers Web sites is a form of advertising I do not wish to engage in or perpetuate.