Old Town, Chicago & In-Home
Helping Clients Thrive
I am a Personal Trainer, specializing in nutrition, Pilates, Muscle Activation Technique and strength training.
I am a Personal Trainer, specializing in nutrition, Pilates, Muscle Activation Technique and strength training.
MAT is an approach to the assessment and correction of muscular imbalances and joint instability that can lead to pain, dysfunction, and limited mobility. Unlike most modalities, MAT focuses on the cause of the pain, vs. the symptoms.
Pilates is a full body workout, and a movement philosophy. Just working on the equipment is only half of the formula; it also requires building more control through all the joints and learning to move only what we need to and reducing compensation patterns.
Strength is the base for all muscle growth and physical capabilities. In our strength sessions we will work on building functional strength, making sure you are safely and efficiently performing the exercises and gearing the workout toward physique or maintenance goals.
My philosophy on Corrective Exercise is the use of somatics, Pilates, and physical therapy techniques to develop more efficient neuromuscular pathways, thus aiding injury prevention and a safe increase in the ability to strength train.
Nutrition Consultations cover a comprehensive look at the individual client's nutritional needs for overall health, incorporating their specific goals.
My philosophy of nutrition is eating whole foods that will fuel your ability to exert effort and adapt to training demands.
I use supplements to aid in my programs but aim to build self-sufficient clients by educating them while developing good behavioral habits. I don't believe in severe calorie deficits in order to lose weight except in extenuating circumstances.
Nutrition Consultations cover a comprehensive look at the individual client's nutritional needs for overall health, incorporating their specific goals. Not only do I aid in the development of behavioral nutrition habits, I also teach the client how to make better choices, how to shop for your health, easy ways of cooking and meal prep in a 9-10 week process.
I am a Personal Trainer, specializing in nutrition, Pilates, Muscle Activation Technique and strength training. I'm currently a full time trainer at FFC in Old Town, but I'm also available for in home training as well.
| Service | Duration | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Muscle Activation Technique | 1 hour | $135 |
| Strength Training | 1 hour | From $100 |
| Private Pilates | 50 minutes | $119 |
| Private Pilates | 30 minutes | $75 |
| Weekly Workout 3 Day Split | 1 hour | $70 |
| Nutrition Consultation | 45 minutes | $70 |
Rey is incredibly knowledgeable and motivating. I also love talking with him during our training sessions - it makes the time pass quickly, but doesn’t detract from the intensity of our sessions. I always leave feeling great, physically and mentally. He trained me through my first pregnancy, and went above and beyond to tailor our sessions to my needs as my body and energy levels changed.
Focus on getting the movements right to avoid future injury. No pressure on increasing weight, more focussed on getting it right and steadily increasing.
Rey was great at showing me the basics and then building upon different techniques.
MAT is an approach to the assessment and correction of muscular imbalances and joint instability that can lead to pain, dysfunction, and limited mobility.
It is a non-invasive technique, designed to balance the muscular system so that it can function efficiently for day to day activity through to strenuous exercise.
Unlike most modalities, MAT focuses on the cause of the pain, vs. the symptoms.
Some of the benefits of MAT are:
MAT may be a good fit for anyone who has suffered from a recent injury, chronic pain or lack of range of motion.
I have used MAT with clients who have back and hip pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, tendonitis, sprains and strains, sciatica, "runner's knee" and tennis elbow. If it involves moving your body, MAT may help you do it better.
I obtained my Comprehensive Classical Pilates certification through FFC in Chicago with Romana trained Linda Spriggs. I currently run the Pilates program at my location. I also studied contemporary mat Pilates through Cornish College of the Arts under Michele Miller.
I structure all the workouts based on movement types. Throughout the week we will squat, hinge, lunge, push, pull and carry in order to build long term functional strength.
I am also trained in self massage techniques to relieve tension that inhibits functional movements.
I have worked with clients with weak hips, knees, ankles, shoulders and core. I've mobilized clients with tight calves, hip flexors, hamstrings, backs, and shoulder cuffs. I have also worked with clients who have lower back pain, Frozen Shoulder Syndrome and Kyphosis, with the aim of reducing their symptoms.