The Most Important Thing to Look for in a Personal Trainer (And sorry FF and TL,,,, It’s Not What You Think)
Hey friends!
If you’re new to exercising, or are returning after years away, the last thing you want to do is walk into a gym and feel judged, confused, or invisible. That’s exactly why Wellness League, Wichita’s only TRULY private, by-appointment-only fitness studio, exists.
We specialize in exercise beginners and fitness for the aging adult, and we’re here to tell you something that most fitness blogs won’t:
The most important part of your fitness journey isn’t your gym. It’s your trainer.
(SORRY FF and TL, It’s not about HOW THEY LOOK or HOW MANY FREAKING PULL UPS THEY CAN DO… are you seriously kidding us actual pros???!!!!!).
What Makes a Great Trainer for Beginners and Older Adults?
Let’s get real. Anyone can earn a certification (and some of these certifications leave a lot to be desired), learn some exercises, and call themselves a trainer. But working with beginners and older adults takes more than textbook knowledge. It takes patience, communication, empathy, and most of all, the ability to connect with people.
I started this company and for years have had a full roster because I understand that people want to be around those they can actually connect with. Most clients don’t care what their trainers look like naked, or what they eat in a day, they want to know that their coach is listening, and going above and beyond to help them achieve their own success!
At Wellness League, we don’t believe in yelling, shaming, or showing off.
We believe in meeting you exactly where you are!!!
And then from there, we’ll walk beside you as you grow stronger, become more mobile, and discover more confidence in your body.
Here’s what we believe sets a great trainer apart:
1. Connection Over Intensity
You shouldn’t feel like your trainer is auditioning for a reality TV show.
You should feel seen, heard, and understood.
If you don’t vibe with your trainer, nothing else matters. Period. AND DON’T BE AFRAID TO END A CONTRACT… FIND YOUR MATCH!
2. Listening First, Coaching Second
We train the whole person, and that means their body and mind as well as … not just their muscles.
Great trainers ask about your goals, your injuries, your fears, and your lifestyle. They know that fitness is a personal and vulnerable endeavor, especially as we age. A plan that works for a 25-year-old lifter won’t work for someone rehabbing a knee or struggling with balance.
3. Private, Personalized, Pressure-Free
At Wellness League, you’re never competing for space, waiting for machines, or feeling like the odd one out. Every session is one-on-one and behind closed doors. Now that’s our definition of privacy. And believe us friends… It truly changes everything.
You can laugh, cry, ask questions, or move slowly, all without someone watching from a treadmill.
4. Beginner-Friendly Isn’t a Buzzword — It’s Our Specialty
Some trainers say they work with beginners. FALSE
Some trainers believe they have the credentials to work with high risk and older adults. FALSE
Plain and simple… we’ve built our entire business around these concepts.
Older adults, post-rehab clients, folks with gym anxiety.. these aren’t simply "niche" populations to us. They’re our people. They’re the reason we exist. THEY ARE US!!!
So... Why Does “Vibing with Your Trainer” Matter So Much?
Because fitness only works if you keep showing up.
And you’ll only keep showing up if you feel:
Safe
Respected
Encouraged
Understood
I and believe this whole-heartedly. We live it daily.
If your trainer doesn’t make you feel like your best self, or at least like your becoming the best that you can be… then it’s time to find someone who does.
At Wellness League, our team is handpicked not just for expertise, but for compassion, kindness, and vibe. We don’t just coach, we connect.
Ready to Meet Your Match?
If you're in Wichita, Kansas and you're ready to take control of your health, whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50,s… 60, 70, or just starting over/out…. we’re here for you.
Located in a private studio, by appointment only high level Personal Training
Specializing in exercise beginners, corrective and medical exercise, and older adults
100% judgment-free, personalized, and fun
👉 Contact us now to schedule your first session — and see what it feels like when your trainer just gets you.
Wellness League
Empowering aging adults to live healthier, stronger, and more independent lives — through a fun, engaging, and private fitness experience.
