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Personal Training FAQs · Cedar City, UtahPersonal training questions, answered.
Everything you might want to know before we talk: where I train, how the gym membership works, what the assessment involves and how coaching fits your life. Don’t see your question? Ask me on your discovery call.

New to personal training? Read how coaching works, step by step.
Last updated October 18, 2026
Getting started
Where does training take place?
I train clients in person at Retro Fitness in Cedar City, Utah. All of my training happens at the gym: I don’t do house calls, and I don’t train clients at other gyms.
How do I get started?
Start by filling out my discovery call request form. I personally reach out to everyone who requests a call, Monday–Thursday between 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time, and we’ll choose a call time together. There’s no online calendar to book, so you don’t have to hunt for an open slot.
What happens on the discovery call?
It’s a complimentary 15-minute call where we talk about your goals, answer your questions and see whether My Empire personal training is a good fit for you. It’s a relaxed conversation, not a sales pitch.
Do I need experience?
Not at all. Every plan starts with a 30-minute in-person assessment so I can meet you right where you are. No perfection required, just come as you are.
Who do you work with?
I work with women. Motherhood is part of my story, but it’s not a requirement. I coach women with all kinds of lives, responsibilities and goals.
Which program should I choose?
Start with the one that sounds most like you: Fat Loss, Endurance or Build Lean Muscle. Still not sure? Choose “I’d like help deciding” on the discovery call form and we’ll figure it out together on our call.
Do you offer online training?
My personal training is in person at Retro Fitness in Cedar City, Utah, so you’ll need to be able to come to the gym for your sessions.
Gym membership and Retro Fitness
Do I need a gym membership?
Yes. Because I train my clients at Retro Fitness, you’ll need your own Retro Fitness membership, a monthly cost you pay directly to the gym. Personal training with me is a separate cost on top of your membership, and it’s also paid to Retro Fitness. I like to think of them as two pieces that work together: your membership opens the doors to the gym, and your training package gives you a coach and a plan for every visit. If you don’t have a membership yet, that’s completely okay. We can talk it through on your discovery call.
I already have a Retro Fitness membership. Can I train with you?
Yes! You’re already halfway there. Your membership stays your own monthly cost, and personal training is a separate cost on top of it, also paid to Retro Fitness. Request a discovery call and we’ll talk about your goals and how personal training would fit into your week.
Can I freeze or upgrade my membership?
Membership changes are handled by the gym rather than by me. Retro Fitness says membership freezes are available and that you can upgrade your membership at any time through your home club, so the front desk is the best place to ask. Membership details come from the gym, so the Cedar City front desk always has the final word.
Can I bring a friend to the gym?
Guest access depends on your membership. According to Retro Fitness, Ultimate members can bring one guest per visit; the member checks in with their guest and stays with them for the whole visit. Membership details come from the gym, so the Cedar City front desk always has the final word.
Does the gym offer group classes too?
Retro Fitness offers group exercise classes for all fitness levels, and the lineup varies by location, so check with the gym for the Cedar City schedule. If you enjoy classes, we can talk about how they fit alongside your training plan.
Training details
What happens at the assessment?
The assessment is a hands-on, 30-minute in-person session at Retro Fitness where we review your goals and current fitness level. I use it to understand where to start, then I build your custom fitness program. The assessment is a paid session, booked and paid through Retro Fitness, the gym I’m contracted with.
How long are training packages?
Training packages run 3, 6 or 12 months, so you can choose the length of coaching and accountability that fits your goals.
How many sessions a week will I do?
As many as you’d like. The number of sessions each week is based on your preference, your schedule and your goals, and we’ll talk about what feels realistic for you.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable workout clothes and supportive athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle. A small towel is nice to have too. That’s it! I’ll take care of the plan.
Do I have to run?
No. In the Endurance program, walking, cycling or the elliptical can be part of your training. Running is always optional.
Can I train if I’m pregnant, postpartum or managing an injury?
Please check with your healthcare provider before starting a new exercise program, and share any guidance with me so your plan can respect it. Detailed health information is collected privately, never through the public website.
Can you promise results?
Every body and every life is different, so I never promise a specific result. What I can promise is a plan built around you, coaching and encouragement every step of the way, and a focus on progress over perfection.
Cost and policies
How much does personal training cost?
There are two costs to plan for, and both are paid to Retro Fitness rather than to me: your monthly gym membership, which you’ll need in order to train with me, and your personal training package, a separate cost on top of that membership. The 30-minute assessment is also paid through the gym. Because I’m contracted through Retro Fitness, my personal training follows the gym’s pricing. I don’t list prices on my website because the gym may run a promotion or update its pricing, so I’ll share current pricing with you during your consultation.
Does the discovery call cost anything?
No. The 15-minute discovery call is complimentary. If we decide to work together from there, the 30-minute assessment, your monthly Retro Fitness membership and your personal training are each paid to Retro Fitness.
What is your cancellation and rescheduling policy?
When you sign up at the gym and hire me as your trainer, your contract lists the cancellation and rescheduling policies based on the gym’s guidelines, so everything is spelled out clearly before you begin.
Do you offer nutrition coaching?
Not yet, but it’s coming soon! Learn more about nutrition coaching.
Current clients
How do current clients access their programs?
Your training, check-ins and progress live in the Everfit app. Open it any time through Client Login, and email me at [email protected] with any questions about your program.

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In-person training at Retro FitnessCedar City, Utah
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