Visualize Fitness

Serves Phoenix, AZ

35244

Hired 158 times

1 employee

23 years in business

$80

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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License

License Holder: Richard Noto 
License Type: Personal Trainer (NASM Certified) (CA) 
License number: #1457428 
Valid through 7/9/2038 
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Richard Noto 
Completed on 2/23/2022 

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Introduction

Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. I'd like to take a moment and introduce myself: Congratulations! You've decided it's time to take action and change your lifestyle; which often isn't easy. I truly believe the first step is the most difficult one, but often the most important. My name is Rich Noto, and I have been working professionally as a certified personal trainer for over 20 years. I graduated with honors from West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor's of science degree in Kinesiology (study of human movement) and Nutrition. My clientele list includes people from a wide range of abilities, such as, individuals with limited or no training experience, individuals needing to break plateaus, gain lean muscle mass, lose weight, get more toned, rehabilitation, increase strength, youth sports performance, and all the way up to collegiate and professional athletes. After graduating college with honors, my professional career started as a thriving Private Trainer at New York City's premier training facility, The Sports Club- LA Rockefeller Center. Within my first year at The Sports Club, I was promoted to Master Trainer. During that time, I immersed myself in my career, perpetually learning and growing as a trainer, and as a person. I maintained a strong work ethic and endlessly strove to become one of the best in my field. Upon relocating to San Diego I became a Fitness Manager of a newly built upscale health club. As the fitness manager, I created and developed their highly successful personal training program. After these accomplishments, the natural progression of my career was to open my own personal training business: Visualize Fitness. After living in San Diego for more than a decade, I decided to start my next chapter in Arizona and open a fitness studio: Fitness 48. I want to take my success and experience achieved in California and apply those lessons in Arizona. At my facility, clients can achieve their results in a welcoming, clean, and positive environment. I’m proud to continue Visualize Fitness at my studio and throughout the Phoenix metro area. I'm also looking forward to helping more clients achieve their fitness goals. Although I am an experienced and educated trainer, I often struggle with the same challenges my clients face. Just because I am a trainer does not mean I want to eat healthy foods for every meal and have the motivation to workout every day! Guess what… YOU DON’T HAVE TO EITHER. What fun would life be if that was the only path to your goals? I could never imagine giving up pizza or ice cream! Personal training is NOT a diet or a trainer barking orders at you in the gym. It is a lifestyle change; a lifestyle change that allows you to enjoy the pleasures in life while still achieving your goals. I develop a valuable trust and personal relationship with all my clients. I always encourage my clients to call or text me at any time, whether they have questions or maybe just need to talk. It is important to remember that as your trainer and friend, I will be by your side every step of the way, progressing with you on your life changing fitness journey. In addition to personal training, you will receive an education. After completion of training, my clients possess the skills and knowledge to maintain their lifestyles and physique. In fact, their friends and family often ask them for advice! If you are reading this, it may be because you are seeking a change in your health, confidence, or appearance. There is no better way to achieve your fitness goals than with a personal trainer. Let's face it, getting fit is not easy. If it were, everyone would be in shape. However, you can make it easier and more fun by allowing someone with the experience and knowledge to guide you. You bring your dedication, and I will do the rest. Sincerely, Rich

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Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

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My rates depend on the duration of our session (30/60 minutes), how many times per week we see each other, and how long you commit to the training program. I truly want to help people reach their goals and change their lives and I don’t want cost to be a hindrance. So, I provide a variety of payment plans to accommodate everyone’s budget. When we meet for your free consultation, I will share with you all of my options so you have the ability to work with a trainer on a payment plan that fits your needs.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

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For each new potential client, I offer a free one hour consultation. During this process we will discuss your goals, nutritional habits, you can view my private facility, and I can answer any questions you may have. Also, This will allow you to get to know me, my training style and to make sure that we are a good fit. It provides me a great opportunity to see what will be best for you moving forward to get the most effective results.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

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I graduated with honors from West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s of science degree in Kinesiology (study of human movement) and Nutrition. Certifications: 1) National Strength & Conditioning Association: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA- CSCS) 2) American College of Sports Medicine: Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM- CPT) 3) National Academy of Sports Medicine: Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM- CES) 4) National Academy of Sports Medicine: Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM- PES) 5) American Heart Association: First Aid, CPR, and AED certified.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

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I started weight training at 13 years old. I power lifted for 15 years and played high school and collegiate football, and I have never looked back since. Once in college, I decided to pursue fitness as a career by receiving my bachelor’s of science degree in Kinesiology and Nutrition. After graduating college, my professional career started as a thriving Private Trainer at New York City's premier training facility, The Sports Club- LA Rockefeller Center. Within my first year at The Sports Club, I was promoted to Master Trainer. During that time, I immersed myself in my career, perpetually learning and growing as a trainer, and as a person. I maintained a strong work ethic and endlessly strove to become one of the best in my field. Upon relocating to San Diego, I became a Fitness Manager of a new upscale health club. As the fitness manager, I created and developed their highly successful personal training program.   After these accomplishments, the natural progression of my career was to open my own personal training business, Visualize Fitness.

What types of customers have you worked with?

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My clientele list includes people from a wide range of abilities, such as, individuals with limited or no training experience, individuals needing to break plateaus, gain lean muscle mass, lose weight, get more toned, rehabilitation, increase strength, youth sports performance, and all the way up to collegiate and professional athletes.

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

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In addition to my personal training business, I own a personal training consulting business with my business partner. He and I have created a interactive book/course that teach personal trainers how to run a business successfully. I combine my nearly 20 years of person training expertise and his 15 years of owning an advertising and marketing business to create a valuable course for personal trainers. It has taken 2 years and is always being perfected.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

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In my opinion, the value of the relationship between the client and the trainer cannot be overstated. A true understanding of what someone wants out of fitness - which is much more than just weight loss or muscle gain - is the key. My advice would be to meet with the trainer and make sure there's a comfort level from a personality standpoint. The trainer should be educated, qualified to help, and equally as important, a good and genuine person. Someone that is willing to listen to potentially real life struggles that people are dealing with on a daily basis.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

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If they are truly ready to make the commitment to change their lives. They must trust and believe in their trainer to get them to where they need to be physically and mentally. There will be peaks and valleys along their fitness journey, and having a strong relationship and belief in their trainer is very important. Remember that this process does develop over time, and keeping patience and trust in themselves and their trainer is imperative.

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