Meet your portland personal trainer at lloyd athletic club
815 NE Halsey, Portland
503-403-9040
Your First Personal Training Session is Free!
Our staff do not work on commission, so there is never any pressure. You literally have nothing to lose – lets see if we are good fit!
Looking for a Personal Trainer in Portland?
Get stronger & healthier again with our friendly & award winning team at Portland Personal Trainers.
Problems We Help You Solve
No matter your age, experience level, or starting point, our trainers meet you where you are.
Lose weight safely & sustainably
See actual results and have a fun while meeting your goals!
Injury prevent & Recovery
Learn how to use the equipment safely & how to keep good habits!
Break through workout plateaus
See your numbers improve faster with professional guidance & accountability!
Regain strength, balance & confidence
Improve how you move through the rest of your life – with better posture & stamina!
Train smarter for sports & events
Sign up for that Fun Run – or get ready for a multi-sport event! The sky is the limit!
At Portland Personal Training...
We have a team of personal trainers in Portland, Oregon to help you reach your fitness goals. Our trainers are certified and work closely with you to develop a workout plan that fits your schedule and budget.
Looking to workout with a woman or a personal trainer for women over 50? We have multiple trainers that cater to seniors, women and we are very LBTQ friendly. We have personal training, both one-on-one and group solutions for everyone.
Women, Seniors, Athletes, Couples…
For Weightloss, Balance, Recovery, Injury Prevention…
How it Works
We make the process easy and fun! You will be contacted the evening before your workout (a little accountability goes a long way) and each of your sessions are managed in your own profile at the gym.
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Book your Free Session
We’ll match you with a certified trainer based on your goals.
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Meet at Lloyd Athletic Club
Come see our space, ask questions, and experience a personalized session.
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Plan Your Path
If you love it (you will), we’ll map your next steps — no pressure, no gimmicks.
Training Built Around Your Goals
No matter your age, experience level, or starting point, our trainers meet you where you are.
Weight Loss
We focus on sustainable strength training, metabolism-friendly programming, and consistency—without extreme dieting or burnout. Our goal is long-term progress that fits your real life, not short-term fixes that don’t last.
Our Newest Blog Articles discussing Weight Loss:
Injury Prevention
Our trainers prioritize proper movement patterns, joint health, and balanced strength to help reduce injury risk before problems start. Smart training now means staying active longer.
Checkout our latest blog post on injury prevention.
Balance
Balance training improves stability, coordination, and confidence—especially as we age. We incorporate strength, mobility, and functional movement to help you move safely and confidently in everyday life.
Womens Health
Women’s bodies change—and your training should adapt with you. We design thoughtful, strength-based programs that support hormonal health, bone strength, and energy so you can move with confidence at every age.
Our Newest Blog Articles discussing Personal Training for Women:
Strength
Whether you’re new to lifting or returning after time away, we build strength progressively and safely. Stronger muscles support better posture, daily movement, and overall resilience.
Recovery
Recovering from injury, surgery, or burnout requires patience and expertise. We design programs that rebuild strength, mobility, and trust in your body—at a pace that respects where you are now.
Checkout our recent articles on Red Light therapy as a way to jump start recovery.
Regain Fitness
If life, injury, or time away from the gym has set you back, you’re not alone. We help you rebuild fitness gradually, without intimidation, so you can feel capable and confident again.
What Do Personal Trainers Do?
A personal trainer is a fitness professional who works with you to design and implement a customized exercise programs for your specific needs and goals.
Personal trainers typically start by assessing your current fitness level. They will ask you a lot of questions in order to start working on a plan that will match your goals.
As they work with you, they will develop a workout plan that taking into consideration where you feel your weaknesses are and start building on your strengths.
Personal trainers often provide guidance on nutrition and lifestyle habits that can support your goals.
During workout sessions, personal trainers provide instruction and motivation, making sure their clients are performing exercises correctly and safely.
They may also use a variety of equipment and techniques to challenge you and keep your workouts interesting and engaging.
Overall, a personal trainer plays an essential role in helping you improve your fitness, reach their goals, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Portland's best Trainers & Gym
Portland Personal Training is proud to be home to Portland’s Best Trainer and to be training clients at Lloyd Athletic Club — winner of Portland’s Best Gym 7 years running! (Willmette Week’s 2025 Reader Poll). LAC offers 35,000 square feet of premium fitness space, including a full floor of free weights, two dedicated Max-rooms, and a complete suite of cardio equipment featuring cycles, treadmills, and stair-climbers.
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Your First Session is Always Free!
What's it like working with a personal trainer?
Whether you’re new to personal training or a fitness veteran, our team is here to support your journey. Our trainers bring years of hands-on experience and continuously educate themselves on evidence-based training methods to deliver results that last. Ready to get started? Your first session is free!
Thinking about trying us out? Your first class is on us. 🙌 Come see what Portland Personal Training is all about — no commitment, no pressure, just a great workout with coaches who actually care. And if you love it?
Grab 10 group passes for $250 and we`ll throw in 2 free guest passes so you can bring a friend along for the ride.
We`ll let our clients do the talking. 🌟 192 Google reviews and a perfect 5-star average — we`re proud of that, but more importantly, we`re proud of the community that made it happen. Down-to-earth trainers, all ages and fitness levels welcome. Ready to be part of it?
Meet fitness power couple Jack and Elaine LaLanne, decades before “wellness” was a trend. Jack helped launch the modern fitness movement with one of the first health clubs and a long‑running TV exercise show that got everyday people moving in their living rooms (Glamour Stretching anyone?). Elaine, known as the “First Lady of Fitness,” wasn’t just cheering from the sidelines—she co‑hosted, demonstrated the workouts, and has spent a lifetime showing that strength, daily movement, and good nutrition can keep you vibrant well into your later years.
He made it to 96, she’s still lifting and inspiring in her late 90s—proof that consistent movement really can be a lifelong love story. Seriously - look her up... she`s still alive!
Take that first step with one of our Personal Trainiers. Fist session is Free - you have Nothing to Lose and everything to gain.
If you were in Rome 1,500 years ago, and you wanted to hit the local gym or recreation center, you might find the following differences than today:
~ Most “gyms” were open-air spaces like training fields or the palaestra next to the baths
~ Strength work was done with stone or metal weights shaped for the hand (halteres)
~ Cardio looked like walking long distances, wrestling, or rugged ball games.
Guess what has changed very little in how we exercise (only one of these is true, can you guess which one?)
1. TRX-style bands: Roman soldiers supposedly trained with leather suspension straps anchored to columns to build full-body strength, like modern TRX systems.
2. Kettlebells: Romans used heavy stone or metal weights (halteres) that were gripped and swung much like today’s kettlebells and dumbbells.
3. Rudimentary treadmill: Romans had early “treadwheels” people walked inside, mainly used as human-powered engines for lifting or moving heavy loads, not as fitness machines.
What`s YOUR opinion, and WHY?
Do you favor getting your workout done in the morning or hitting it at night. The way we see it - there`s no right answer but pros & cons to each.
Top Pro`s of Working out in the AM:
~Done earlier
~Done earlier 🙂
Top Con`s of Working out in the AM:
~Up Sooner
~Eating can be a challenge
Top Pro`s working out in the PM:
~Celebrate with a Beer!
~Steam & Sauna for better sleep
Top Con`s of working out in the PM:
~ Might have trouble falling asleep
~ Risk of skipping is higher
~ Might not have energy energy left to watch Survivor
What do you think?
Evening workouts aren`t second best — for many people, they`re the most realistic and effective option. The best workout time is the one you can actually stick to. Earn that beer & sleep better - workout in the evening rules! Which to do you prefer and have you noticed your opinion change as you age?
Read our newest blog article about working out in the evenings.
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Why Morning Workouts Work So Well for Busy Adults
Morning workouts work for one simple reason: they`re easier to protect. If consistency is your goal, early exercise can be a powerful habit. But there are just as many people who think working out in the evening is a better habit. What do you think?
Morning or Evening Workouts!?
Checkout our newest blog article on Morning Workouts and why so many poeple swear by them.
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Another spring day where Charlie`s message is "Just do it" and Cameron`s is clearly just "Step on It." No excuses. We`re ready when you are!
First Session you know... is always free — come find us on the red stairs. 🔴
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No pain, no gain" is one of the most misleading phrases in fitness. ⚠️
The truth: discomfort is the feeling of growth. Pain is the feeling of damage. Confusing them is one of the most common ways people get hurt in the gym — and one of the easiest ways to turn a minor issue into a major one.
New on the blog: How to tell the difference between productive discomfort and warning-sign pain — and when to push vs. stop. Check it out at: PortlandPersonalTraining.com
Recovering from an injury? You don`t have to wait until you`re "100%" to start training again. 💪
In fact, the longer you wait, the harder the comeback gets. Our trainers specialize in working WITH injuries — modifying exercises, strengthening the muscles around the problem, and getting you back to full strength safely.
New on the blog: How PPT trainers approach training during injury recovery.
How gym time has changed over the last 25 years is pretty eye-opening, and the biggest shift is simple: people want smarter workouts, not longer ones. Read our latest blog on why making every minute count matters, and how our Portland personal trainers can help you train with purpose.
"A lot of exercisers now expect flexibility, faster workouts, and more personalized plans. Instead of spending extra time wandering from machine to machine, they want a workout that is designed to be effective from the moment they walk in the door."
How do personal trainers choose which accreditation to earn? From industry-recognized certifications to specialized training paths, the answer depends on each trainer’s goals, expertise, and the clients they want to serve.
Read our newest blog article at PortlandPersonalTraining.co to learn more about the different accreditation options and why they matter for your fitness journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Personal Training Benefits
The benefits of personal training are numerous and can have a positive impact on both your mental and physical health.
- One-on-one attention: One of the primary benefits is the one-on-one attention you receive. Your trainer provides you with a personalized workout plan that is tailored to your individual fitness goals, fitness level, and any medical conditions or injuries you may have. This personalized approach ensures that you are working out at a level that is challenging, but also safe and effective.
- Accountability: Another benefit is accountability. It is easy to skip workouts or not push yourself when working out alone. Having a personal trainer who is invested in your success can help you stay accountable and on track towards your fitness goals. Additionally, personal training can help to prevent injuries. Your trainer can teach proper form and technique, which can reduce the risk of injury during exercise.
- Motivation: It can also provide motivation. Working out with your trainer is motivating and fun. Your trainer provides positive reinforcement and encouragement, which helps keep you motivated and engaged in your fitness journey.
- Other Health Benefits: Personal training can help to improve your overall health. Exercise has been shown to have numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, decreased risk of chronic disease, and improved mental health.
What Is The Cost Of A Personal Trainer?
There are many different price options for our programs. We pride ourselves on offering affordable Personal Training for everyday people. Our prices are based on what type of program you choose, how many times you meet with your Trainer, and how long of a term you choose to complete your sessions. Our One on One Personal Training prices range from $62-89 per session for 1hr sessions and or Small Group Personal Training ranges from $20-$25 per session. We recommend that you take advantage of our Free Session and we will sit down with you and show you all your options. We will never pressure anyone to get involved (we hate that too) and we can cater any program to fit your needs and budget.
What Is Personal Training?
Personal training is a type of physical fitness training that is conducted by a certified personal trainer who helps individuals achieve their fitness goals.
The training can include various forms of exercises such as strength training, cardio, HIIT, and weight training.
Your trainer provides customized workout plans and supports you in your journey towards your fitness goals.
Working with a personal trainer is beneficial for individuals of all ages, genders, and fitness levels.
Why Choose Us?
You are going to get much more hands-on attention with one of our trainer than you will at any big box gym, where you simply ‘get who was next on rotation’. We match you with a trainer that you will enjoy working with – we want you to succeed and enjoy working out with your trainer.
We take the time to fit you with the ideal trainer whether you’re looking to build strength, improve endurance, lose weight, or enhance athletic performance.
We never pay commmissions on signing up for personal training sessions. Unlike a lot of gyms, we do not have a hard pressuer sales environment.
Our diverse team of trainers is equipped with the expertise and experience to tailor a personalized training program specifically for you. A Portland Personal Training, you’re not just investing in a workout session; you’re investing in a supportive partnership dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals efficiently and effectively.Our trainers are not only knowledgeable in exercise science and techniques but also passionate about empowering and motivating individuals to reach their fullest potential. Just check out our reviews!
With their guidance, encouragement, and unwavering support, you’ll not only see physical results but also experience a transformative journey towards a healthier and happier lifestyle.
Why work with one of our Personal Trainers?
If you have never had a personal trainer before, we got ya! Our trainers have years of experience and continue to learn about science based trends in the personal fitness world. Whether you’ve worked with a personal trainer in the past or not – your first session is free!
We meet you where you're at
Want to improve your balance while working towards larger goals? Hoping to run a marathon or start playing racquetball?
We offer small group training
A very affordable way to work with a personal trainer. Individualized workouts based on your personal goals & challenges – not a class.
Heart of Portland - Great Location
Located in Historic Lloyd District, we have free parking in our parking lot as well as free parking in the Lloyd Mall just across the street.