Training and Coaching Services

I’ve been working as a personal trainer and running coach for nearly a decade and have personally competed in endurance sports from collegiate rowing to triathlon for nearly two decades. I specialize in heart rate-based endurance training for runners and triathletes as well as functional strength training for clients of all ages and backgrounds. See below for the training options and rates that I’m currently offering and reach out to me if you’re interested!

One-on-One Personal Training

Starting in 2022, I’ve been training clients in a new at-home studio located in the Hilton Village neighborhood in Newport News, Virginia. The space is compact but functional, clean, and climate controlled and contains all of the top-end fitness equipment needed to program customized strength workouts for clients of all backgrounds, goals, and ages.

I specialize in working with endurance athletes to maximize their running/triathlon performance through strength training and to help keep them injury free. But I pride myself on being able to design creative, fun, and challenging workouts for anyone while ensuring the exercises and movements are safe and appropriate for their fitness and skill level.

See below for more details about the training studio and rates or contact me to schedule a free workout to check out the space!

Training Studio

Equipment

  • Treadmill
  • Squat rack
  • Olympic barbell/plates
  • Slam balls
  • Adjustable weight bench
  • Dumbbell set (5-50+lb)
  • Kettlebells
  • Resistance bands
  • TRX suspension trainer
  • Curl bar/plates
  • Plyometric box
  • Aerobic step platform
  • Battleropes
  • Stability/Bosu balls
  • And more!

Rates

I offer a free one hour consultation and strength training workout to new potential clients! After that, the base rate for one-on-one personal training is $45 for a 45 minute session and the following discounted packages are available when purchasing multiple sessions:

  • 4 sessions for $165 (Save $15)
  • 8 sessions for $320 (Save $40)
  • 12 sessions for $455 (Save $75)

I also do couples (or two friends!) training sessions that can be a fun and more cost effective alternative to one-on-one training. Contact me for details!

Running Coaching and Endurance Training

Whether you’re a beginner looking to cross the finish line for the first time or an experienced athlete chasing an elusive PR, I can put together an individualized training program to get you there! I offer both in-person and virtual coaching options and I have experience designing training plans for running and triathlon races of all distances.

Training Options and Rates

🥉 Individualized Training Program 🥉

  • Initial virtual consultation to discuss background, target race(s), and goals
  • Customized training plan based on consultation for any race distance along with weekly workouts
  • Cost: $50 + $40 for each month of the training program

🥈 Virtual Coaching Package 🥈

  • Individualized training program with continual adjustments based on progress, performance, time constraints, etc.
  • Weekly virtual check ins
  • Continual text/email access for workout questions, race nutrition tips, and other general training guidance
  • Cost: $150/mo.

🥇 Coaching + One-on-One Strength Training Package 🥇

  • Individualized training program with continual adjustments based on progress, performance, time constraints, etc.
  • Targeted strength training sessions for increased performance and injury prevention
  • Dedicated time during strength training sessions for endurance training Q&A and discussions
  • Cost: variable based on frequency of strength training sessions.

Credentials

I’m passionate about sharing the knowledge that I’ve learned both through my certifications and firsthand from training/competing with my clients. See below for a snapshot of my background.

Certifications

  • USA Triathlon Coaching Certification – 2019
  • TRX Suspension Training Certification, National Personal Training Institute (NPTI) – 2017
  • Kettlebell Certification, National Personal Training Institute (NPTI) – 2017
  • Personal Trainer Certification, American Council on Exercise (ACE) – 2016

Professional Experience

I’ve been training in the Hampton Roads area for eight years. Click below to see details of my work at each location:

Jim Warner Fitness & Endurance Training LLC, Newport News, VA
  • 🔹 Owner, Personal Trainer, Endurance Coach (2022 – Present)
    ➡️ Completed the necessary business, insurance, and zoning processes and invested significant resources to build a versatile personal training studio in a residential neighborhood
  • ➡️ Conducting one-on-one strength training sessions, performing strength and conditioning assessments, and tracking progress with several clients of different ages and fitness backgrounds
  • ➡️ Coaching a handful of new runners to complete their first 5K races and several experience runners to achieve PRs in distances from 5K to marathon
Jungle Gym Strength & Conditioning LLC, Newport News, VA
  • 🔹 Personal Trainer, Conditioning Coach (2019 – 2022)
    ➡️ Programmed and lead group functional fitness classes with emphasis on weekly running and rowing machine-based conditioning workouts
  • ➡️ Conducted one-on-one personal training sessions with 4-5 long term clients
Onelife Fitness, Newport News, VA
  • 🔹 Personal Trainer (2016 – 2019)
  • ➡️ Worked 10-15 hours/week developing and implementing training programs, conducting fitness assessments, and motivating a variety of clientele to reach their goals
  • ➡️ Founded the Onelife Run Club, a weekly group fitness class featuring creative running workouts and runner education attended regularly by 20+ gym clients

Notable Endurance Achievements

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