Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is all about understanding you—your goals, fitness level, and unique needs. We’ll start with a fitness assessment to evaluate your mobility, strength, endurance, and overall movement patterns. We’ll also discuss your health history, previous injuries, and the specific outcomes you’re looking to achieve.

From there, I’ll create a personalized training plan tailored just for you. Expect a blend of conversation, light movement, and a few introductory exercises to help us build a solid foundation for your fitness journey. The goal is to make sure you feel comfortable, supported, and set up for success from day one.

Most clients see steady progress with 2–3 personal training sessions per week. This allows enough frequency for improvement while giving your body time to recover. If your goal is weight loss or muscle building, adding light activity like walking, stretching, or yoga on non-training days can help accelerate results.

The ideal training frequency depends on your fitness level, goals, and schedule. During your initial consultation, I’ll help you design a plan that fits your lifestyle and sets you up for long-term success.

Anti-aging fitness focuses on helping adults—especially those 50 and up—stay strong, mobile, and independent through every stage of life. Unlike standard programs that prioritize only muscle gain or fat loss, anti-aging training emphasizes:

• Mobility and flexibility to improve joint health and pain-free movement

• Balance and stability drills to reduce the risk of falls and injuries

• Connective tissue care for long-term durability and function

• Hand-eye coordination and reaction time exercises to enhance everyday performance

• Recovery and restoration techniques to promote longevity and reduce fatigue

It’s a holistic, functional approach designed to keep you agile, strong, and vibrant—so you can do more of what you love, for longer.

Yes! I offer personal training programs specifically designed for weight loss that help you burn fat, build lean muscle, and improve your metabolism. Each plan combines strength training, cardio, and nutrition coaching for results that are both effective and sustainable.

You can choose from two structured options based on your goals and timeline:

• 6-Week Fat-Burning Plan – Ideal for fast, focused fat loss before a vacation or event

• 12-Week Sustainable Weight Loss Program – Perfect for long-term, lifestyle-based results

Each program is tailored to your fitness level, schedule, and goals to help you lose weight safely and keep it off for good.

Yes, I offer nutrition coaching and meal prep support to help you build healthy, sustainable habits that support your fitness goals. While I don’t prescribe rigid meal plans, I’ll guide you in creating a personalized system for weight management and balanced nutrition.

You’ll learn how to:

• Plan and prep meals that fit your lifestyle and training needs

• Understand portion control and macronutrient balance

• Make food choices that support fat loss, muscle gain, or energy improvement

This coaching is included with my meal prep services and weight loss programs to help make healthy eating simpler, more consistent, and realistic.

I offer flexible training locations to suit your lifestyle and preferences:

• In-Home Personal Training – I’ll bring the equipment and expertise to your space for a convenient, private experience. Perfect if you prefer to train at home or have a busy schedule.

• Outdoor Training – Enjoy your workouts in the fresh air with functional, high-energy sessions in local San Diego outdoor spaces.

• Ocean Pacific Gym & Wellness – Train at a premium facility located at 4150 Mission Blvd, Suite 242, San Diego, CA 92109. This gym offers top-tier equipment and luxury amenities, including a sauna, steam room, and cold plunges.

Please note: Training at Ocean Pacific Gym requires a separate gym membership in addition to personal training fees.

Not sure what’s best for you? I’ll help you choose the training location that fits your goals, comfort, and convenience.

Results vary based on your fitness goals, starting point, and consistency—but here’s a general timeline for most personal training clients:

• 2–4 Weeks: Many clients notice improved energy levels, better posture, and enhanced mobility.

• 6–8 Weeks: Visible results like strength gains, weight loss, and increased muscle tone begin to show.

• 12+ Weeks: Significant body composition changes and long-term improvements occur with consistent training and proper nutrition.

Everyone’s journey is different, but with a personalized plan and steady effort, you’ll begin to see and feel real progress—inside and out.

I work with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels—from complete beginners to experienced athletes. However, I specialize in:

• Weight loss and fat-burning training

• Functional fitness for real-life strength and movement

• Anti-aging and longevity-focused training for adults 50+

My approach is tailored to each client’s needs, whether you’re looking to build strength, improve mobility, recover from injury, or maintain independence as you age. No matter where you’re starting, I’ll meet you there and help you move forward—safely and effectively.

Functional fitness is a style of training that focuses on improving your ability to perform real-life movements—like lifting, bending, twisting, reaching, or balancing—with greater strength and control. These exercises use multiple muscle groups and joints at once, making your body stronger and more capable in everyday life.

Benefits of functional fitness include:

• Better balance, coordination, and posture

• Improved core stability and joint mobility

• Reduced risk of injuries during daily activities

• Increased overall strength and physical resilience

By training your body to move the way it’s naturally designed, functional fitness enhances long-term health, performance, and quality of life—especially for adults focused on aging well and staying independent.

Absolutely! All of my services are designed to be flexible and customizable. You can combine personal training with meal prep coaching, nutrition guidance, or even injury prevention support to create a well-rounded plan that fits your goals.

Many clients choose to integrate fitness and nutrition to accelerate results and build healthier habits more efficiently. During your free consultation, we’ll discuss your needs and design a personalized plan that blends the right services for you.

If you’re dealing with an injury or medical condition, I’ll create a personalized training plan that safely works around your limitations while supporting your recovery and goals. I have extensive experience with rehabilitation-focused training, including clients recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or living with restricted mobility.

Your program will focus on:

• Improving strength and stability without aggravating injuries

• Restoring joint mobility and movement confidence

• Minimizing risk of reinjury through proper technique and progression

Your safety and well-being are always the top priority. We’ll work together to ensure you feel supported, informed, and empowered throughout your training journey.

No experience is necessary. Whether you’re new to fitness or returning after a break, I’ll meet you where you are and build from there safely and effectively.

I bring everything needed for your session, including resistance bands, dumbbells, balance tools, and mats. If we’re training in a gym, I’ll use available equipment there.

Most clients see strong results training 2–3 times per week, combining strength, mobility, and recovery work for maximum long-term benefit.

Absolutely. Regular strength training and mobility work improve circulation, sleep, mitochondrial function, and mood — all linked to increased energy and sharper focus.

Yes, I offer fully mobile personal training throughout San Diego. We can meet at your home, Mission Bay Park, or other local areas you prefer.

While aging is natural, this program helps slow and often reverse many physical effects — including loss of strength, mobility decline, and fatigue — leading to a more youthful, energized body.

Yes. I’ll send your customized meal plan, macro breakdown, and a list of easy recipe ideas directly to your email, whether you are a personal training client or signed up for meal prep coaching only.

Typically, we prep enough for 3–5 meals (3–5 servings each), depending on your goals, schedule, and the size of your household.

No fancy kitchen gadgets are required. I’ll recommend basic, affordable tools like a few glass containers, a sheet pan, and a slow cooker if needed.

Absolutely. Meal Prep Coaching is customized to match your training goals and nutritional needs — whether that’s losing body fat, building muscle, supporting heart health, or boosting energy.

Yes. I can show you how to scale your meal prep to feed multiple people while still aligning with your fitness or health goals.

No special equipment is needed. We’ll use bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, and free weights. If training virtually, I can recommend minimal equipment.

Each session is about 60 minutes long. Ideally, we train twice per week, but scheduling is flexible.

This program focuses on safe, functional movement. I will modify exercises to work around any past injuries while strengthening weak areas.

You can continue with another custom plan or transition into a program that fits your next goal, whether it’s fat loss, strength, or longevity training.

No extreme diets! I provide simple, sustainable nutrition strategies to boost fat loss without feeling deprived.

Yes, but they are adjusted to your fitness level. We use strength training, HIIT, and endurance workouts to burn fat efficiently.

You can make up a missed session within the 6-week period. I also provide at-home workout alternatives if you need flexibility.

No, this program is great for anyone who wants to burn fat and tone up quickly—not just for events!

We use a mix of barbells, kettlebells, dumbbells, resistance bands, and bodyweight training to develop full-body strength.

We track progress through strength tests, performance assessments, and progressive overload techniques. Plus you’ll feel it because you live it!

Yes! While the focus is on strength, muscle-building workouts increase metabolism, leading to better body composition.

You can continue progressing with advanced strength cycles, transition into a performance or fat loss plan, or receive a customized next-step training program.