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A Conversation with Nicole Gustavson
with Nicole Gustavson
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QHi Nicole, How long have you been involved in fitness? A Intently? Eleven years ago. Ten years ago, had you told you told me that my career would be dedicated to the health and fitness of others, I would have laughed. After graduating from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland with an MA in economics and business management, my first life revolved around global financial markets. After eight years in Europe, I returned home to attend the University of San Francisco’s School of Law. After several more years of corporate sector roles, I walked away when I realized I was not truly following my heart. I am now doing the work I feel I was destined for.
How did you choose the InForm Fitness format? In 2009, I moved to Northern Virginia and set out to start my own business. I read every book available about high-intensity strength training and sought out many of the authors face-toface. With practical education and required certifications in hand, I parlayed my diverse and unrelated skillset into a fitness venture.
I wanted to help people change their physiology, in a safe, efficient way, getting stronger, physically and mentally. I believe it’s all about education and that when people know better, they do better.
The top three barriers we face to achieving ideal health are time, injury (or risk thereof), and lack of knowledge, I chose the InForm Fitness approach because it offers a sustainable, safe solution. We implement a focused technique on specialized equipment, with one or two 20-minute sessions a week.
How did you select Reston for your location? Reston has a high concentration of corporations who value investing in the wellness of their people. Our niche market mirrors the Reston demographics and surrounding Beltway localities. I also have a location in downtown Leesburg.
Do you offer nutrition education? I cannot stress enough the importance of proper nutrition. I’ve worked tirelessly to expand our breadth of reach to include a growing Integrative Nutritional Counseling and Health Coaching practice. We focus on food, exercise and lifestyle as a whole.
What makes InForm Fitness different? For one, we’re not a traditional gym. We’re a private, strength training studio offering an individualized approach. Our team is comprised of educated, full-time strength training professionals. InForm Fitness provides a semi-private, controlled environment with specialized, medical-grade, retrofitted equipment conducive to our client’s success.
Who is the ideal client for InForm Fitness? Our ideal client is someone who wants to live a healthier lifestyle, doesn’t have a lot of time and wants professional guidance to help them reach their goals.
With just one or two private 20-minute sessions a week, you can: • Build STRENGTH • Fight the Aging Process • Prevent & Combat Metabolic Disease • Protect Yourself from Injury • Improve Energy & Endurance • Live the Life You Want!
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“As a Client of InForm Fitness for over 5 years, I know building muscle tone is the best way to maintain my health and quality of life. With an incredibly demanding schedule, I get the most bang for my buck with one-on-one, personal attention and the benefit of medical-grade equipment, in a private environment. My twice-a-week sessions at InForm Fitness have proved one of my best investments yet!” ~ Barbara Bridges
Visit InFormFitness.com to Book Now, or simply email/call Nicole at nicole@informfitness.com or (703) 791-1717
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