What Your First Personal Training Session at Young Fitness Is Actually Like

Starting something new... especially something like personal training, can feel really intimidating.

Most people don’t know what to expect!

They wonder:

• Will it be too hard?

• Will I feel out of place?

• What if I’m not in shape yet?

• What actually happens in the first session?

  
  

So I want to walk you through exactly what a first session at Young Fitness looks like, step by step, so you know what to expect before you ever walk through the doors.

Meeting at Los Campeones

We’ll meet right at the front desk at Los Campeones - Brooklyn Center

If you’ve never been there before, I’ll give you a full tour so you feel comfortable in the space. It’s a large, open gym with high-quality equipment, plenty of room to move, and an environment that is serious about training but still SUPER welcoming!

One of the things I love most about training at Los Campeones is that you do not need a gym membership to train with me. You get access to the gym during our sessions.

If you ever decide you want your own membership to work out independently, that’s always an option, but it’s never required to start!

That flexibility removes one more barrier for people who are just beginning.

Getting Settled In

Once we get started, you can store your belongings in a locker. I always recommend bringing:

• Workout clothes

• A separate pair of gym shoes (especially in winter)

• A lock for your locker

• A water bottle

• A pen and paper if you like taking notes or writing down questions

We’ll also briefly review your contract together and answer any questions so everything is clear and comfortable before we begin.

Yes, It’s a Workout… But It’s an Assessment

Technically, the first session is a workout, but not a traditional one.

The first session is all about assessment. I need to get to know YOU

I don’t believe in cookie-cutter programs. Every person moves differently, recovers differently, and has a different history with exercise. The only way to build a truly effective program is to understand your body first.

Full Body Measurements and Baseline Metrics

We start by gathering baseline information so we can measure real progress over time.

This includes:

• Scale weight

• Full body measurements

These numbers aren’t about judgment. They’re about data. They allow us to track progress in a meaningful way over the months ahead.

We repeat these assessments every three to four months to make sure progress is being made and to adjust your training as you grow stronger.

Functional Movement Screening

Next, I put you through a functional movement screen.

This helps me identify:

• Mobility limitations

• Muscle imbalances

• Areas of weakness

• Previous injuries or surgeries

• Any pain or discomfort during movement

Sometimes people discover limitations they didn’t even realize they had.

This part is incredibly important, because it tells me how to push you safely and effectively.

My job isn’t just to make workouts hard.

My job is to make them smart.

Cardiovascular Screening

We also do a cardiovascular screening to see how your heart rate responds to movement.

This helps me determine:

• Safe training intensities

• Conditioning level

• How to push you without exceeding safe limits

This is especially important for beginners or anyone returning to exercise after a long break.

Safety first, always

Strength and Conditioning Baseline

We also perform a few strength and conditioning tests to establish a starting point.

This helps me understand:

• Current strength levels

• Muscular endurance

• Mental resilience

• Work capacity

This gives us a clear baseline so we can measure progress, not guess at it.

And the best part?

When we repeat these tests a few months later, most clients are amazed at how far they’ve come!!

Your Program Is Built From This Assessment

After your first session, I use everything we learned to build your personalized training program.

No two programs are the same.

I work with:

• Different body types

• Different injury histories

• Different goals

• Different lifestyles

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to transformation.

Everyone reaches their destination in their own way. My job is to guide you there safely and effectively.

How to Prepare for Your First Session

A few simple things help you feel your best:

Sleep: Try to get a good night of sleep the night before. Recovery starts before you ever step into the gym.

Hydration: Drink water throughout the day leading up to your session.

Food: It’s helpful to have a small meal or snack beforehand, especially if it has:

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

Good examples include:

• Greek yogurt and fruit

• A banana with peanut butter

• Eggs and toast

• A protein shake and a piece of fruit

I do not recommend pre-workout supplements before sessions with me. You won’t need them.

What Most People Realize After Their First Session

Most people walk in nervous.

Most people walk out relieved.

Because they realize:

• It wasn’t scary

• They were capable.

• They felt supported

• And they finally started

• ....and they actually had FUN

And starting is the hardest part.

About Young Fitness

I’m Brooke Young, a personal trainer and nutrition coach based in St. Paul/Minneapolis, training clients at Los Campeones.

I’ve personally lost over 80 pounds through sustainable habits, strength training, and realistic nutrition—the exact same way I coach my clients today.

Along the way, I didn’t just lose weight. I built muscle, gained strength, and completely changed my lifestyle.

That experience shaped everything about how I coach!

I specialize in body transformation, helping clients lose fat, build muscle, gain confidence, and develop habits they can sustain for life.

My goal isn’t just short-term results.

My goal is lasting change.

If You’ve Been Thinking About Starting

If you’ve been on the fence about personal training, the best thing you can do is take the first step.

You don’t have to be in shape first.

You don’t have to know what you’re doing.

You just have to be willing to start.

And I’ll take care of the rest 🖤

Young Fitness provides personal training and nutrition coaching in Minneapolis at Los Campeones, helping beginners safely build strength, lose body fat, and develop sustainable habits.