{"id":92,"date":"2026-01-09T19:37:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T19:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/berrystrong.net\/?page_id=92"},"modified":"2026-01-09T21:25:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T21:25:30","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/berrystrong.net\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>FAQ<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_0 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_block_module\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I haven\u2019t worked out in years. Do I need to be &#8220;in shape&#8221; to start?<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Absolutely not! This is the most common concern. My job is to meet you exactly where you are today. We will start with a comprehensive assessment to determine your current fitness level and build a sustainable plan that challenges you without being overwhelming.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_1 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_block_module\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What does a typical training session look like?<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p data-path-to-node=\"7\">Every session is tailored to your specific goals, but generally, we follow a three-part structure:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"8\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Warm-up:<\/b> Dynamic movements to prep your joints and heart rate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Work:<\/b> A mix of strength, cardio, or functional movements based on your program.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Cool-down:<\/b> Stretching and a brief &#8220;recap&#8221; of progress and homework for the week.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_2 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_block_module\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Where do we train?<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p data-path-to-node=\"10\">I offer several options to fit your lifestyle:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"11\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">In-Gym:<\/b> Bay State Crossfit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">In-Home:<\/b> I bring the equipment to you.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Virtual:<\/b> Live 1-on-1 coaching via Zoom or FaceTime.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_3 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_block_module\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long will it take to see results?<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>While everyone is different, most clients begin to feel more energetic and &#8220;stronger&#8221; within the first <b data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"103\">2\u20134 weeks<\/b>. Visible physical changes typically become more apparent around the <b data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"181\">8\u201312 week<\/b> mark, provided there is consistency in both training and nutrition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_4 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_block_module\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Do you provide meal plans?<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>I provide <b data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"10\">nutritional guidance and habit coaching<\/b>. While I don&#8217;t give &#8220;prescription&#8221; meal plans, I will help you understand your macronutrient needs, how to fuel your workouts, and how to make better choices when eating out.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_5 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_block_module\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I have an old injury (back, knee, etc.). Can I still train?<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Yes, and in many cases, you <i data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"28\">should<\/i>. We will work around your limitations and focus on corrective exercises to strengthen the supporting muscles. 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