Weight Loss Coaching in Highland Park with Eldridge Shannon III
Weight Loss · Highland Park, IL

Weight Loss Coach in Highland Park, IL

Weight-loss coaching in Highland Park, health first. We lose the weight in a way that helps your numbers and holds up over time.

500+ clients coached Now accepting new clients
NFPT-Certified
1-on-1 Personalized, never templated
12+ Years 500+ clients trained
Same-Day Coach responses, 7 days a week

For a lot of my Highland Park clients, this started with something a doctor said. Blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar. The good news is that steady training and sensible eating move those numbers, and we don’t need an extreme diet to do it. We need changes you’ll still be doing next year.

At your place

We train at home, around your schedule, so the healthy habit is the easy one to keep.

Why it didn’t stick last time

How most of my Highland Park clients found me.

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 it works

How we’ll work together.

Nothing complicated. Here’s what the first few weeks actually look like.

01

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.

02

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.

03

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.

04

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.

What clients say

In their words.

5.0 · 3 reviews on Thumbtack
★★★★★
I’ve spent a long time trying to find the right trainer, and I can confidently say I finally found him with Artful Fitness. Eldridge has been great from day one. He really takes the time to understand where I’m at in my fitness journey and doesn’t treat me like just another client. Instead of throwing me into a generic, cookie-cutter routine, he builds a plan that’s actually tailored to my goals and my current level. What stands out most is how personalized everything feels. He meets you where you are and pushes you in a way that makes sense for you, not based on some one-size-fits-all program. From January to May I’ve seen massive improvements, not just in appearance but in my energy levels too. If you’re looking for someone who actually listens, adapts, and creates a plan that fits you specifically, I highly recommend Artful Fitness and Eldridge.
Glen P. Client · Evanston
★★★★★
I’ve been a client for around 2 months now and every session I go to I can feel a difference in the way I move. I came into this with a long-term injured back and little formal fitness experience. Eldridge has taken the time and care to tailor a plan that not only has made me feel better physically but mentally as well. Artful Fitness will get you moving!
Spencer C. Client · Evanston
★★★★★
You don’t just train, you motivate and inspire. I’ve learned a lot this past year and continue to learn. Thank you.
Samson A. Client · Evanston
Dear Eldridge, thanks so much for your personal training and attention to my health and well-being. We’re a great team, and my improvement shows it. In peace and friendship, Bruce.
Bruce Client · Evanston
Common Questions

Questions about weight-loss coaching in Highland Park

Do you offer weight-loss coaching in Highland Park?

Yes. Eldridge Shannon trains clients throughout Highland Park and the surrounding North Shore. Sessions can happen in your home, at a private studio, or online over video, whichever fits your routine.

How quickly will I lose weight?

Done in a way that lasts, that's usually one to two pounds a week. The focus is on changes you can actually keep rather than a crash plan you'll quit by Friday, so the weight stays off.

How do I start weight-loss coaching in Highland Park?

Book a free consultation by calling or texting (224) 296-9816, or use the form on this page. Eldridge replies the same day, and most Highland Park clients have their first session within the week.

Book a Free Consult

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Can’t wait? Call or text (224) 296-9816.

Start Your Journey

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.

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