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Michael C, personal trainer in Chicago, IL

Michael C

In-home personal trainer in Chicago, ILVerified

From $80/hour

Based in
Chicago, IL
Travels to
75 cities
In-home
$80/hr
Facility
$80/hr
Group of 2–4
$110/hour for the whole group (about $55 per person for two)
Certifications
Life Coach, Group Exercise Instructor, ISSA

About Michael

I started my journey possibly similar to yours regarding wanting to get and be fit, but struggling. I am not your typical Life Coach and Personal Fitness Trainer. I have struggled with being overweight all of my life which led to being bullied, health issues, and not able to do the things I wanted to do physically. The struggle got to the point where I needed to make a drastic change since I had tried everything including weight loss drugs, diets, liposuction (twice), liquid fasting, and of course, trying to exercise and eat healthy, but just could not control my eating habits or maintain a consistent routine. That was due to simply a lack of knowledge and lack of help and being too proud or embarrassed to seek out that help. I gave myself a goal one day that if I reached a certain weight, which was still overweight mind you, that I would enroll myself in a Martial Arts class to try to help continue that loss. I loved Martial Arts movies and wanted to be just like Bruce Lee, Jet Li, or Jason Statham. I reached that goal, enrolled in my first formal Martial Arts class, and moved up in the ranks to be a 4th Dan/Degree Blackbelt Master in Taekwondo and Kickboxing Instructor. Here I am over 20 years later and I use those skills to this day in my Personal Training and Group Exercise Classes. As a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Group Exercise Instructor, and Certified Fitness Coach and Life Coach, I know I can help you at least get started in reaching your goals and provide the knowledge and tools necessary to succeed. Along with the physical aspects of Fitness Training, my higher education degrees are in Psychology and Counseling and I used to be a Counselor and now with the transition to Life Coach I continue to understand the mental and emotional difficulties regarding weight loss and physical fitness struggles as well as life struggles that play a huge part in overall mental, physical, and emotional health.

Rates

  • In-home$80/hour
  • Facility$80/hour
  • Group of 2–4$110/hour for the whole group (about $55 per person for two)
  • Hourly rate: $80
  • Session cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • First session is FREE

Specialties

  • General fitness
  • Seniors / mobility
  • Boxing / kickboxing
  • Athletic Training
  • Balance Training
  • Goal Setting
  • Martial Arts
  • Personalized Fitness
  • Program Design and Implementation
  • Self Defense

Certifications

  • Life Coach
  • Group Exercise Instructor
  • ISSA
  • Martial Arts Master

Areas served

Showing 28 of 75 cities.

Questions about Michael

How much does Michael charge?

Michael lists $80/hour for in-home sessions, $80/hour at a facility and group of 2–4: $110/hour for the whole group (about $55 per person for two).

Where does Michael train clients?

Michael is based in Chicago, IL and travels to clients in 75 cities, including Chicago, Cicero, Oak Park, Berwyn and Forest Park. Sessions at a facility are also available.

What certifications does Michael have?

Life Coach, Group Exercise Instructor, ISSA and Martial Arts Master.

What does Michael specialize in?

Michael specializes in Athletic Training, Balance Training, Boxing/Kickboxing, General Wellness/Fitness, Geriatric Fitness Training, Goal Setting, Martial Arts, Personalized Fitness and 2 more.

How do I book a session with Michael?

Use Request Michael on this page. RightFit confirms Michael's availability and sets up your first session. Michael's policies: "Session cancellation: 24 hours notice required" "First session is FREE"

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