Personal Training in Guelph

Structured strength and performance coaching for people who want to move well, stay resilient, and get more from their training.

Guelph Personal Trainer at Athlete Within training competative swimmer

One-on-One Strength & Performance Training

Our one-on-one personal training in Guelph is built for people who want more than a workout to follow. We start by understanding how you move, your training history, previous injuries and what you want to be able to do.

From there, your training is customized around your goals and progresses as you do. Sessions can include strength, mobility, power, conditioning and movement work depending on what will help you most.

Whether you want to get stronger, return to an activity, improve your performance or simply keep doing the sports and activities you enjoy, the goal is to give your training structure and direction.

“As an athlete almost twenty years deep in a sport, working with Stacey for the last few years has made the biggest difference. Having someone so willing to think outside the box and bring fresh perspective to create a perfectly individualized program has been a key factor in my progress. Her knowledge, experience, and personal investment has helped me bounce back from an injury and reach new achievements inside athletics and out. I am lucky to have found such a great addition to my support system with Stacey!”

— ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING CLIENT

PERIODIZED

Build strength, power and resilience in your sport with a personal training plan that is meticulously built around your sport season and goals

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PRECISE

Refine your physical movements and develop an understanding of where to push and where to hold back

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COMPLETE

High level coaching in all areas of health, strength training and conditioning for athletes of all different ages and abilities.

IS THIS YOU???

You're already active, but your training lacks direction.

↠ You exercise, play sports or stay active, but you're not always sure whether what you're doing in the gym is actually helping you move toward your goals.

Aches, old injuries or limitations keep influencing your training.

↠You're not necessarily injured, but your knee, shoulder, back or previous injury affects what you feel comfortable doing.

You want to keep performing as you get older.

↠You aren't interested in simply exercising. You want to remain strong, capable and athletic so you can continue running, playing sports, travelling, hiking or doing whatever matters to you.

But you haven't quite found the right approach.

↠ You've done the rehab exercises and felt better, but aren't sure how to progress from there.

↠ You've tried following programs on your own, but they don't account for your body, training history or goals.

↠ You're training consistently, but aren't seeing the progress you expected.

↠ You may have even tried personal training before, but still feel like something is missing.

You know you can do more, but you're not sure what your training needs next.

You want to feel strong and capable without constantly wondering whether an old injury, recurring ache or limitation is going to hold you back.

You want a clear direction for your training so you can keep progressing and continue doing the activities that matter to you.

WHAT DOES ONE-ON-ONE PERSONAL TRAINING INCLUDE?

Your training starts with understanding where you are now, where you want to go, and what may be influencing your progress. From there, we build a customized approach that evolves as you do.

Assessment & Goal Setting
We look at your training history, goals, previous injuries, movement and current abilities to establish a clear starting point.

Customized Strength & Conditioning
Your training is built around what you need, which may include strength, mobility, power, conditioning and movement work.

One-on-One Coaching
Each session is coached so we can refine technique, make adjustments when needed and progress your training appropriately.

Ongoing Progression
Your program isn't static. We adjust exercises, loads and training demands as you get stronger, your goals change or your body responds differently.

Not sure what your training needs most?

Our Training Clarity Assessment takes a closer look at your movement, mobility, strength and performance to help identify what may be limiting you and where your training could be better focused.

Guelph Personal Trainer Steve Furfaro doing a plyometric box jump in a gym.

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YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE!

Far too many athletes are all too familiar with the aches, pains and plateaus of sport.

And you should know that it doesn’t have to be this way!

Most people believe

that aches and pains are the price they must pay for being active

and if they want to perform at a high level, they must sacrifice their body…

Runner doing strength workout with personal trainer in Guelph

THE TRUTH IS

IT IS POSSIBLE TO BOTH EXCEL AND MAINTAIN LONGEVITY IN YOUR SPORT

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In fact, the very things you need to improve your performance to an exceptional level are the same strategies you need to employ to improve your health and longevity in your sport.

What you need is to have an expertly crafted roadmap to guide you to your goals – one that considers your unique needs and empowers you with the information you need to take the detours that honour you body so that you can both feel great in your sport and perform at a high level.

AND ATHLETE WITHIN PERFORMANCE TRAINING CAN HELP YOU!

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Steve Furfaro and Stacey Carswell Guelph personal trainers standing in a gym, smiling with arms crossed, surrounded by dumbbells and kettlebells.

We are Athlete Within Performance Training.

Our team is here to help elite and everyday athletes who are feeling uneasy with their current training plan (or lack thereof) to gain the clarity and power they need to feel LIMITLESS in their sport and life.

Our team consists of Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists and Personal Trainers located in Guelph, Ontario.

At Athlete Within, each Coach has a unique story that has brought them to our team. Whether it was a world that tried to impose limitations on them or consistently struggling with sports injuries themselves, it has only fuelled our passion to learn more about the INHERENTLY POWERFUL capacity of the human body. Now we aim to equip athletes with that same powerful information so they can experience complete freedom in their body.

WITH ONE-ON-ONE PERSONAL TRAINING

you can go:

FROM:

Burning the candle at both ends by trying to power your way through setbacks

Having an ever growing need for mobility work before stepping on the court

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Watching your numbers slowly slip in the weight room

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TO INSTEAD:

Knowing exactly when to push, when to hold back and feeling your energy rebound as a result

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Knowing exactly what you need to do to warm up your body in an effective and efficient way that leaves you feeling strong and confident as you step into the gym

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Hitting a new PR on your bench after plateauing for the past year

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“I’ve trained with a Stacey for a number of years in a number of different capacities: injury rehabilitation, sport specific training for hockey, and general athletic/fitness training. Stacey brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her work and a true passion to see all of her clients improve and succeed. Stacey helps you to stay accountable to your goals and works with you to ensure that what is being done works for you and brings you the most benefit.
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— ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING CLIENT

No. You don't need to compete in a sport to train with us. We work with people who want to stay strong, capable and athletic throughout their lives, whether that means running, recreational sports, hiking, cycling, travelling or simply feeling confident in the gym.
Yes, depending on your situation and whether you have been cleared to exercise. Previous injuries, recurring aches and movement limitations are considered when we plan your training. When appropriate, we can also work alongside your physiotherapist, chiropractor or other healthcare provider.
Most clients train with us one to three times per week depending on their goals, schedule and what they're doing outside of their coached sessions. We'll help determine an appropriate training frequency based on what you're working toward.
We start by learning about your goals, training history, previous injuries and current abilities. This gives us a clearer starting point and helps us determine what your training should prioritize before progressing into your ongoing program.
Athlete Within Performance Training is located in Guelph, Ontario. We work with clients from Guelph as well as surrounding communities including Elora, Fergus, Rockwood, Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo.

Strength & Performance Coaching in Guelph

Athlete Within Performance Training helps people in Guelph and surrounding communities build strength, improve performance, and stay active long term. We work with clients from Guelph, Elora, Fergus, Rockwood, Kitchener, Waterloo, and beyond.