One of the biggest challenges we all face when starting a fitness program is maintaining motivation. How many times have you tried on your own to start a fitness program, or join a gym, and failed because you lose the motivation?  That is where I come in. I will be your fitness partner, motivator, and coach. I will push you to your goals, so you will see results. Not only will you look better, but you will feel better. You will be on your way to a healthier lifestyle....a new YOU! I am looking for clients who are motivated and ready to work hard. I will help you reach your goals. We will work hard, and have fun at the same time.  My goal is to make you happy. I want you to look forward to your next training session with me.  For more information  or any questions you may have you can contact me at kathy@getfitwithkathyhenkel.com

Commonly asked questions from clients:

How often should I work out, and when will I see results?


This depends upon your level of commitment and how quickly you want to see results. If you are ready to work out 3-4 times a week and commit to a nutritional diet you will see weight loss right away (within the first 2 weeks). Muscle tone will start to emerge at the end the first six weeks. Our goal will be to loose 1-2 lbs per week - why so little? We want it to stay off! Whenever weight comes off too quickly, the body does not readjust well and your metabolism will possibly slow down. This is completely opposite of our goal to speed up the metabolism by gaining some muscle. As it replaces the fat you will not only look leaner but be burning more calories! Of course, if you only have time to workout twice a week the results will come along slower. Gradual weight loss will occur within the month and muscle tone appearing in 8-10 weeks. Remember too! Muscle weighs more then fat. The best indicator of your progress is...how do those jeans fit!?
 
I don't have the energy to workout, but I want to lose weight!?


The excess weight is what makes you more tired. If any fit person carried around 10 lb weights all day they would become tired as well! The only way to combat this is to start exercising. Oddly enough a workout will not make you tired. It will give you a rush of energy from the stretching and increase in heart rate. Your body is made to be active! We will start off at your pace and slowly increase so that you do have more energy to do the things you want to do!

Since I have had kids, I can't get rid of my pouch on my lower stomach!!

It is impossible just to lose weight in one area of the body. By incorporating cardio at least three times a week and improving diet this goal can be achieved. This is not to say that we won't be doing a lot of abdominal exercises. I firmly believe that where a workout should start is in the core. It is the number one area where people are weak even those who go to the gym regularly. The stomach is your support for all other exercises. With proper posture you will work out your arms and legs more efficient and with better alignment.

What should I change about my diet?

This depends upon what your habits are. We take a look at what a typical week is and then offer up small changes week by week. By the end of the first month we are moving towards better eating by changing habits bit by bit. You will be on your way to a better, healthier lifestyle.