The Truth about HIIT: Are You Getting the Benefits You Think? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become a buzzword in the fitness world. Touted as a miracle workout for burning fat and increasing fitness levels, HIIT involves short, intense exercise and recovery periods. Yet, many people who think they’re doing HIIT are actually engaging in …
Importance of Private Personal Training in Youth Athletes
Private personal training for youth is a significant investment in a child’s physical development, offering a range of benefits that extend beyond the traditional group training model. In a one-on-one setting, such as the one provided by SVPT Fitness and Athletics, youth can receive personalized attention, customized programs, and a level of guidance that is …
Group Fitness Classes
Group fitness classes and semi-private personal training are two styles of training SVPT Fitness and Athletics has been offering for years. Our most popular group fitness class, Movement Over 60, is waitlisted almost every week! Here are a few reasons why they’re so beneficial: 1. Motivation and Accountability: Group fitness classes thrive on the collective …
Achieving Your Goals with SVPT
At SVPT Fitness and Athletics, we are committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment designed to make your fitness journey not only effective but also enjoyable. Our vibrant culture is characterized by a fun atmosphere that promotes physical and mental wellness. With expert personal trainers boasting a combined total of 60 years of …
New Year, Same You?
Now that we’re a month deep into 2018, there’s a good chance one or more of your planned resolutions for the year have already bombed. Harsh, I know, but statistics for 2017 showed that only 58.4% of people had maintained their resolutions after the first month of the year and that percentage dropped another 13.6% …
Meet The Trainer – Grant Freeman
BScKin CSEP-CEP CSEP-High Performance Certification Background: Growing up I was always involved in sports having played soccer, badminton, squash, track and field, football, taekwondo, softball, rock climbing, and more. I chose fitness as I wanted to be able to make a difference in people’s lives using exercise; exercise has played a big role in improving …
Meet The Trainer – Ethan Wollmann
ACSM-CPT PN Level 1 FMS Level 1 Background: How did you get started in fitness and athletics? When I was 10 my Mom put me in ballet, reasons unknown. I was absolutely devastated. It should have been any boys dream – myself, 8 girls, and a teacher who put me front and center. But I’m …
Meet The Trainer – Andrew McMillan
BHK, CSEP-CPT Background: When I was 14 my brother and I started working out in our basement together. We would follow old workouts from the “book of muscle.” The goal was to get as big as we could for rugby and football seasons. Often, we tried exercises way too hard for us, which resulted in …
Meet The Trainer – Shawn Goodman
NAIT C.P.T. Background: I played numerous competitive sports growing up, depending on the time of year. It’s been a passion of mine from a young age. Experience: 17 years Training Philosophy: Keep it simple, being consistent over a long period of time is the key to achieving your goals. Client Success Stories: I had a …
Meet The Trainer – Cam Hood
Strength and Conditioning Coach CSEP CPT Background: I started track and field in grade 1 and have been involved in some form of athletics ever since, personally and professionally. Experience: I’ve been involved in the health and fitness industry for 20 years Training Philosophy: I believe in training “hard smart”: Training with high intensity, while …
