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RVA Performance Training began in 2007, in a small backyard in the Fan district of Richmond, VA. Myself and a couple of roommates were exploring different ways of training. We had done what was (at the time) the traditional gym workouts; circuits of machines and some dumbbells. Fairly little rhyme or reason. We kept asking ourselves “What else is there?” …
Navigating the sea of options for training can be overwhelming.If you’ve trained on your own, or done group classes, and didn’t achieve what you set out to, it might be time to consider personal training in Richmond, VA! When asked about the most significant benefits to personal training, there’s a few things we hear over and over. Confidence. Empowerment. Prioritizing …
The start of a new year often brings a surge of motivation to kickstart healthier habits, with fitness resolutions topping many lists. With that, there is a heaping dose of cynicism around the whole idea of a New Year’s resolution. How many people set lofty goals, only to have those fade out in a few weeks or months? Our goal is …
Change is hard. We’ve all tried to make a change in our lives (that we knew would be for the best) and struggled. You need to have a plan! One option – use a “commitment device”. Commitment devices set us up for long-term success by helping us leverage preparation: using our bodies and brains in the way they’ve evolved to be used. We’re …
With endless options in Richmond, VA and plans flooding your social feeds, choosing the right path to weight loss, muscle building, and improved health can be overwhelming. Amid the Richmond group classes and at-home exercise trends, the question remains: What’s best for you? The straightforward answer might be one-on-one coaching! Why personal training?!
Sometimes all you need is a little support and guidance. And it’s not always about knowing what you should be doing! Some folks find that they’re just spinning their wheels in the gym, or never find their groove. What they’re often missing is the support and accountability that comes from coaches and a community that cares. Leland is a long-time member of …
We know what an important decision it is to find the right gym. You probably have some big goals – you might even be a little frustrated at this point. RVA Performance Training is a gym in Richmond, VA dedicated to helping busy people achieve their fitness goals with the support of our coaches and community. The RVA Performance Training …
At RVA Performance Training, we take pride in the fact that we don’t give in to many of the holiday gym stereotypes. We have higher and more consistent attendance throughout the year, don’t see the typical slump during the holidays, and we don’t have the crazy New Year’s resolution gym rush quite like the other gyms. The fact is, joining …
This isn’t a particularly novel message, but it’s one I’m sure a few of you can relate to:It’s been a pretty tough year or so. And by that I mean, not just the reality of things, but how our minds have processed it. Many of us have felt job related stress and feelings of social isolation in ways and to …
Early 2014, my training was going strong. I was diving back into a competitive fitness program after 5 years of competing in Strongman. I was training hard, often. I was eating well, sleeping well, and recovering well. Then in December, our first son was born. Without a doubt, one of the best things to ever happen to me, and has …
