For Kevin Johnson, personal training is more than a career; it’s a part of his identity. It all started 20 years ago, when a desire to avoid a desk job led him to chase a passion for fitness training.
His first long-term client, who lost 50 pounds in a year and credited him for changing her life, solidified his purpose. Today, he co-owns FWRD Fitness, a private studio where he and his wife, Leigh, offer primarily one-on-one training.
“I have a very serious demeanor at work because I respect my clients’ time and money and put high expectations for what I want to give them,” Johnson says, highlighting a gym that fosters a controlled environment and allows for personalized attention and privacy. These components are key to establishing proper form, a foundation that is often neglected in crowded gyms.
“I’ve always wanted to be very good and deliver something that was exceptional to my clients and cover as many bases as possible,” he says, pointing toward a range of amazing results that personal training can yield, including increased flexibility and energy, heightened mood, sense of confidence and pride and decreased feelings of depression. Johnson offers three fitness tips below to get you started.
Three fitness tips to get you started:
Embrace Resistance Training: Fairly heavy resistance training is important to everyone regardless of their goals. It builds muscle, boosts metabolism and aids in fat loss.
Nutrition is Key: It’s the foundation. Regardless of your workout style, proper nutrition is essential to success.
Practice Patience: Fitness is a journey, not a sprint. Celebrate progress, even the small victories, and avoid comparing yourself to others.
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