EDU-train-ment

For us to move you in the right direction for achieving your goals, we have adopted a word as the framework for how we deliver our exercise sessions. The word is “EDU-train-ment”. When I was discussing this concept with our marketing person, he thought that we had come up with an original concept … until we Googled it – Google search for edutrainment. It became obvious we were not the first to think of it, but is one of the philosophies that does make our service a wee-bit more interesting.

It consists of 3 elements: Education, Training, and Entertainment. Each element is adjusted to the right proportion and to fit you at the appropriate level for that particular exercise session.

Education – This factor is capitalized because it is the foundation for what we do at Longevity Studios. We delivery the necessary information in order for you to understand, not only the how but the why, and allow you to take accountability for your own exercise and lifestyle. We determine what the best style is for your learning and then deliver the information in that style at a level that you will completely understand.

Training – If education represents the why, this is the how. Behind the session is a collection of thought that has combined the exercise program variables (i.e., reps, sets, intensity, tempo, duration, recovery) in a very specific way. This specific way is implemented in the session and performed to achieve a specific outcome. This is the physical road that leads to your goals.

Entertainment – We are here to engage you and connect you with your deepest session experience possible. A bored, or even worse, a client completely disengaged from the session will not put forth the effort to learn and perform at their optimal level. Yes, it’s a little bit of show business!

After we have gathered assessment information, developed goals, and designed the exercise program, we determine the best proportion we should give you of our EDU-train-ment model. The proportions change based on your personality, stage of training progression, and desired session outcome. In other words, the amount of each factor in your session is in a floating range that is best suited to get you closer to your goals.

Some clients liked to be entertained more than others. The early stages of training are much more concerned with the learning process. A client training for competition in the middle of their power phase should be putting more of their energies into their physical effort. Respectively, the dominant element of the framework for these 3 scenarios would be entertainment, education, and training.

We take a lot of care to delivery to you more than just exercise. We consider your individuals needs and create an environment that supports you in your journey. We know that you come to us for more than just learning how to exercise better. You come to us to help you change yourself and your life for the better.

On The Job With Me

One of the Human Performance Consultations (thanks Ida!) for Longevity Studios recommended me for an “on the job” interview in the Maryland Independent Newspaper. The interview was published yesterday, Friday 20th, 2009. The article, Going beyond getting in shape, tells the story of my work at the studio. As a friend of mine said, any article that starts with the classic Star Trek line, “live long and prosper”, has to be good.

I also want to thank Grethchen Phillips for the interview and taking the time to come to the studio and really find out what I do. She very nicely conveys the essence of what I want people to know about Longevity Studios, our services, and who we are.

A Success Story

I received a testimonial from one of my clients last week.  I thought I’d share it with you.  This is why I do what I do…

I have been going to Longevity Studios since November 2007 and it’s been a wonderful experience. I am so thankful for the support I received from Longevity Studios staff. During the past year, I have worked with many wonderful people.  I enjoyed my time working with each Personal Trainer as each provided me with unique training experiences which were specifically designed to meet my needs.

With the encouragement of my Human Performance Consultants and Personal Trainers, during the past year, I lost over 60 pounds, I ran my first 5K, my first 7 1/2 minute mile, and I reached a level of fitness that I never thought was possible. Their coaching has helped me adopt a whole new lifestyle which includes daily physical activity, healthy nutrition and increased self confidence. I still have a ways to go to reach all of my health and fitness goals, but I can honestly say that I am enjoying the process and I look forward to each training session.

I highly recommend Longevity Studios to anybody who wants to get in shape and feel great!

- Kathy Boone