Frequently Asked Questions About Online Personal Training (From a Colorado Springs Coach Who Gets Results)

If you’ve ever Googled, “Is online personal training worth it?” or “How does virtual fitness coaching work?”—you’re in the right place.

At Fittwave, we coach men and women in their 30s (right here in Colorado Springs and across the country) to lose weight, build confidence, and keep it off—all from their phones.

This post answers the most common questions about personal training—with a focus on how online coaching actually works, and why it’s not a watered-down version of in-person training. Let’s break it down.

✅ What Are the Benefits of Online Personal Training?

You’re asking: “Is online personal training effective?”
Here’s what you get with a system like Fittwave:

• A program built for your body, schedule, and lifestyle—no cookie-cutter PDF workouts.

• Video form checks and feedback so you train safely and progress fast.

• Daily accountability via check-ins, reminders, and coach messages.

• On-demand access to your plan, progress, and adjustments—right inside the app.

Our clients say: “I’ve never felt more seen or supported, and I’ve never even met my coach in person.”

🧠 What Happens During the First Online Coaching Session?

Here’s what we do instead of tossing you into a one-size-fits-all plan:

• Initial consult call (via video) where we dive into your goals, habits, and health history.

• You’ll submit videos of simple movement patterns so we can assess mobility and form.

• Then we map out your custom workout plan inside the Fittwave app—with demo videos, progress tracking, and nutrition targets based on your body comp goals.

We run this entire onboarding process from Colorado Springs, but whether you’re in Denver, Dallas, or Boston—it’ll feel like we’re right next to you coaching every rep.

📅 How Often Should I Work With an Online Personal Trainer?

You might Google: “How many times a week do I need an online fitness coach?”

With online coaching, you’re not limited to once-a-week 60-minute gym sessions. Instead:

• We check in daily through the app.

• You’ll train 3–5x/week depending on your schedule and goal.

• Weekly coaching videos help you fine-tune your form, nutrition, and mindset.

• Monthly review calls (or more, if you need it) keep the big picture on track.

You don’t need us next to you—because the system keeps you moving whether motivation is high or low.

💵 How Much Does Online Personal Training Cost?

Traditional in-person sessions in Colorado Springs can run $60–$100 per hour. Multiply that by 8–12 sessions/month… and yeah, it adds up fast.

With Fittwave online coaching:

• You get full support (training + nutrition + habit tracking) for $200–$350/month.

• That includes everything from your daily plans to form checks to personalized nutrition goals.

• And no locked-in contracts. You stay because it’s working—not because you’re stuck.

❓ Can Online Personal Training Actually Replace a Gym Trainer?

Short answer: yes—when done right.

The biggest concern we hear is: “How can online training be as effective as in-person?”

Here’s how we bridge the gap:

• You upload video clips for form feedback—we coach you just like we would in person.

• Habit-based coaching means we’re not just guiding your workouts—we’re coaching your lifestyle.

• With wearable integration (steps, calories, HR) and nutrition tracking, we see what’s happening all day, not just for 60 minutes in a gym.

In many ways, it’s better than in-person—because it doesn’t stop when the session ends.

🍎 Do Online Trainers Provide Meal Plans?

You might wonder: “Do online fitness coaches help with diet?”

Here’s how we handle it at Fittwave:

• We offer custom macro ranges based on your goals, lifestyle, and dietary needs (including gluten-free if needed).

• You’ll get grocery lists, sample meals, and guidance on meal timing and hydration.

• We don’t prescribe cookie-cutter meal plans—we coach you through sustainable changes backed by data.

Plus, we sync your nutrition tracker (MyFitnessPal or Cronometer) with the app so we can adjust weekly based on feedback.

🎯 How Do I Find the Best Online Personal Trainer?

If you’re searching: “Best online personal trainer near me”—location doesn’t matter as much as results and experience.

What makes Fittwave different:

• We're based in Colorado Springs but coach clients nationwide.

• Every plan is based on actual physiology, not trends—Coach Austin holds a Master’s in Exercise Physiology and is a former bodybuilding OCB Pro and judge.

• You get community support, progress dashboards, and a results-focused system that’s helped hundreds lose fat, gain muscle, and get back control of their health.

⏳ How Long Until I See Results From Online Personal Training?

If you're asking, “How long until I see results from virtual fitness coaching?”—here’s a realistic timeline:

• 2–4 weeks: Better energy, improved form, better food choices.

• 6–8 weeks: Visible fat loss or muscle definition (if consistent).

• 12–16 weeks: Sustainable habits + confidence that sticks.

Because we track everything—workouts, steps, habits, nutrition—you’ll always know where you’re headed and what’s working.

Final Word: Why Fittwave Online Training Feels Like In-Person Coaching

Most online trainers just hand you a program. Fittwave gives you the personal attention of a local coach—even if you're hundreds of miles away.

We’ve combined the structure of in-person training with the flexibility of online coaching using:

• Customized video feedback

• App-based progress tracking

• Direct access to your coach

• Weekly data reviews

• A supportive community that’s always just a message away

💬 Book a free strategy call with Coach Austin—we’ll go over your goals and map out a simple plan to crush them. No sales pitch. Just real help.

Coach Austin Witt, MS
Fittwave Founder | OCB Pro | Real Results for Real People
From Colorado Springs to anywhere you train—let’s build something that lasts.