Fequently Asked Questions

    • How can you offer such a strong guarantee?
    • We design the most effective fitness programs and are 100% confident that if you follow the program guidelines you WILL be successful... or you are entitled to a complete refund! We've helped hundreds of individuals change their shape and know that if you play your part success will follow. The difference is in our unique “ complete fitness solution” approach program. There is no "one size fits all" approach to weight loss and we understand that. You'll be evaluated and given a program that best fits your needs and not just given a template workout. We'll find out what works best for you and then help you make the necessary changes to see your goals become a reality
    • What if I have never exercised before?
    • It doesn't matter if you are an advanced level athlete or someone totally new to exercise. We have numerous programs for all different situations. Plus, every one of our programs is individualized to meet the needs and goals of every client
    • What can I do about the muscle soreness after my first few workouts and how long will this last?
    • Although discomforting, the muscle soreness and pain your experience after your first few workouts is a positive sign. It means that your muscles have responded to the increased demands of your new workouts and are breaking down in order to rebuild ber. The muscle soreness often referred to as “DOMS” or (delayed onset muscle soreness) may actually start 24-48 hours after your workout. This is due to micro trauma or small tears that occur on the muscle fibers. The best treatment for DOMS is simply ibuprofen to reduce the inflammation and discomfort. Your body will adapt to the new demands of your resistance training and the soreness will go away after your first few workouts. Periodically through your program, especially when your trainer introduces a new stimulus you will be sore again for a day or so. This is part of your normal progression and should be expected. However, if you continue to be sore after every workout it’s an indication that something is wrong. You may be overtraining and/or not receiving adequate nutrition and rest for recovery. Please consult with your trainer if you’re experiencing persistent soreness and muscle or joint pain.

    • How fast will I lose weight and how much weight can I expect to lose in the first 4-6 weeks?

    • This will vary from individual to individual so I can’t give you an exact number but here’s what you should expect. Remember this is not a “Hollywood Diet” or some other quick-fix where you’ll lose a significant amount of weight overnight. There’s only ONE way to effectively lose body fat and keep it off and that’s with a complete nutrition, exercise, and supplement program. When you first start your program the increased physical activity will often result in weight loss of a few pounds. The better you are at making the recommended changes in your diet the better your results will be.

      Some individuals will also find they actually gain a pound or two in the beginning. Relax! This is ok and completely normal. When you start doing resistance training and your muscles get sore they’re actually going through inflammation. Your body responds by having your muscle cells hold more water to aid in the repair and rebuilding process. The water weight gain is only temporary and will go away after a few days.

      The entire process of getting your body to effectively and efficiently burn fat stores requires a synergistic approach of changes in your diet, cardiovascular exercise and resistance training. Your objective is to continually improve and progress in all THREE of these areas if you want to see a body transformation. You can’t just do the resistance training for example and not make changes in your diet or with cardio and expect to see significant changes.

      A decrease in 1-2% of body fat in the first 4-6 weeks is very good. If you follow the program correctly you’ll start to see significant changes after about twelve weeks. This is due to the fact that as you progress to higher levels of intensity with your workouts you’ll begin to maximize fat burning. It simply takes several weeks of progression before you can get to that level. Evaluate your progress by how your clothes fit and use the mirror instead of the scale.

    • Why should I invest in your services when I can join my local gym for $30-70 a month?

    • Well, the first reason is we guarantee your satisfaction AND your results! The second reason is we teach you everything you need to know about being successful, whereas, your gym or health club will pretty much let you do your own thing. Plus, many people pay for a membership each month and never go, and that's not money well spent. Think of our services as an investment in your fitness, health, and your life!

    • What kind of people are out there?
    • We have members from tri-athletes to couch potatoes and everything in-between. The one thing everyone has in common is the goal to better themselves one Hardcore workout at a time and have a great time doing it!
    • What is a typical workout at Hardcore Fitness?
    • At Hardcore Fitness we make sure that each and every one of our workouts is fun, challenging, and completely different than the last. With the variety of different exercises you wont have to worry about losing interest in the same old routine. Some of what you might expect is: power walking/ jogging, resistance bands, dumbbells, calisthenics, Olympic lifts, full body circuits, plyometrics, boxing/ kickboxing, agility drills, obstacle courses and much more.
    • How long does your progam run for?
    • We don’t have a basic 4 week or 6 week program because each member has individual goals that require a personalized program. We will assess each persons goals, budget, availability and even current physical condition to provide a tailor fit exercise regimen that can range from 1- 5 days a week on a day-to-day payment, up to a one year pre-paid program.
    • Do you have payment plans?
    • We have programs that can fit into any budget, from day-to-day, up to our year long pre-paid membership. You can get started with a deposit Or we can make other arrangements if needed. We also accept Visa, Master Card, and Discover American Express.
    • How long are the classes?
    • The classes are an hour long. They consist of a warm up, static stretching, and about 40 minutes of Hardcore exercise!
    • Do we workout in the rain?
    • Of course,your goals can’t be put on hold because of a little rain!
    • How many people are in each class?
    • Class sizes vary from 3 to 30 people. No member is restricted to one time slot or day, so you will see new and enthusiastic people each time you come out!