My initial thought was that virtual personal training online wasn't what I was looking for and I wasn't excited about going in this direction. I didn't have any gym/exercise equipment except for some light-weight dumbbells, an old band, and a mat. I'm used to heavy weights, a variety of machines and equipment, a training gym, and other people. When COVID-19 forced the temporary closing of the gym, I decided after a couple weeks of not working out to give it a try- since I needed to do something to take care of myself physically and mentally while the gym was closed. I have been blown away by my virtual training successes since my very first session! Here's what I've discovered and come to LOVE!
1. Worth every penny! Combining my own body weight and minimal equipment, Elvira creates personalized workouts that are every bit as challenging and often more challenging than my previous gym workouts! I did not see this coming! My virtual training program includes nutrition/meal planning so that my mind and body are working together for maximum health benefits and results. My results have been fast, maintained, and visible! The value and benefits of having a certified nutritionist, a wellness coach, and a virtual personal trainer at the same is truly worth every penny and drop of sweat!
2. No distractions! One-to-one like in the gym, but there are no distractions and wait times for equipment. There is no wasted time, the entire session belongs to me and it's so much easier to stay in my mental workout zone!
3. No COVID concerns! Working out in a mask and gloves due to the pandemic is not something I want to do. The gym is hot, the mask and gloves make the body temperature worse, and it's hard to have an elevated heart rate and not feel like the mask is suffocating. At home there is no threat to my health and safety!
4. Convenient and cost-saving! No driving to and from the gym. No traffic jams and freeway accidents to crawl through and hope to get to the gym on time for my session. No hot car in the summer. Have saved so much needless driving time and money from not having to put gas in the car. Virtual training is more convenient - just turn on the laptop and answer Elvira's Skype call when it comes! Voila! My nutritionist, wellness coach and virtual personal trainer is live, personal, and right there in my living room with me!
5. RESULTS: Mental and physical fitness, healthy weight and body fat percentage, improved eating habits, strength and endurance, muscle definition, and ongoing motivation to workout, eat well and according to my body's needs and maintain a healthy lifestyle. All these results and it's so much fun! I'm grateful for the compassionate and caring guidance Elvira always shows me. She's the best decision I've made for ME in years! On a scale of one to ten, this experience is a 12 and continues to be! Don't hesitate - Elvira's programs are tailor-made to meet your health and fitness goals, and her programs deliver!
Laura Kofman, Phoenix
