Book a Free Consultation
The first conversation is free and there’s no catch. We talk through your goals and whether I can help. The form’s at the bottom of the page, or just call.
A consult is exactly what it sounds like. A no-pressure conversation about what you want and whether I’m the right person to help you get there. It’s free, it’s honest, and there’s no obligation either way.
What we’ll cover
- What you’re trying to change, and by when
- Any injuries or limitations we’d train around
- How your week actually looks, so we find time that holds
- Whether home, studio, or video fits you best
If we’re a fit, we’ll set up your first session. If we’re not, I’ll point you somewhere better. Either way you leave the call knowing what to do next.
Most people call me after the big gyms didn’t work out.
They signed up somewhere, went a handful of times, and drifted off. When I ask why, it’s almost always one of these.
The gym was a hassle
Driving over, waiting for a rack, getting self-conscious in a crowd. It adds up to enough friction that most people quietly stop showing up.
So I come to you.The plan wasn’t yours
A printout or an app that a few thousand other people got too. It ignored your bad knee, your travel weeks, and what you actually wanted out of this.
I write your program after I’ve watched you move.Nobody watched your form
No corrections, no progression, no one to answer to. By week three the motivation runs out and you’re back where you started.
I’m there every session, and I answer my own phone.You got hurt
Pushed too hard too soon, tweaked a back or a shoulder, and spent two months undoing it.
I’d rather go slower and have you still training next year.How we’ll work together.
Nothing complicated. Here’s what the first few weeks actually look like.
We start with an assessment
First time we meet, I watch how you move, ask what hurts and what you’ve already tried, and get clear on what you’re after. No real workout yet.
I write your program
Then I build it by hand, around what I saw. It changes as you do, but it’s never something I handed to anybody else.
We train
At your place, the studio, or over video when you’re traveling. I’m watching your form, adjusting the load, and keeping you honest.
We adjust as you go
Every few weeks I re-check and change what isn’t working. That’s how you keep making progress instead of stalling out.
In their words.
Other places I train.
Questions about personal training
What does personal training with Artful Fitness involve?
Private one-on-one coaching with NFPT-certified trainer Eldridge Shannon, on a program built around your goals. Train in your home, at a private studio, or online.
Do I need experience to start?
No. Sessions start at your level and build from there, whether you're brand new or getting back into it after a long break.
How do I get started?
Book a free consultation by calling or texting (224) 296-9816, or use the form on this page. Eldridge replies the same day.
Tell me what you’re after.
The first call is free. We’ll talk through what you want, how your week looks, and whether I’m the right person for it. No pitch, no pressure. If I’m not the right fit, I’ll tell you.