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About Darlene
The initial consultation, in person or over the telephone, gives us the opportunity to get to know one another and discuss your fitness goals. It also gives me the chance to explain my training style and what I have to offer. The next step is to schedule your initial workout, a one-hour, complimentary session with no-obligation. During this session, I will perform an initial health assessment, check for muscle imbalances and postural deviations, measure your body fat percentage, take circumference measurements and design a full workout to give you the opportunity to see if we work well together. My approach to fitness is both unique and compelling. I use a three dimensional approach which includes the mind, body, and spirit. This approach has been extremely functional and effective in helping clients achieve their individual fitness goals.
I'm one of a handful of trainers in the state of Texas who are certified to train cancer clients. I train and teach my clients using form and function without injury. Unlike some trainers who don't look at function. I take a step farther by improving all the aspects of physical health, balance, core strength, flexibility, cardiovascular and nutrition
My favorite client story
I have many success stories to just pick one. In short a few stories are when my clients who had a stroke got to walk his daughter down the isle for her wedding...that was his goal. When another one of my clients lost over 100 pounds and was so happy. She was able to finally get on the floor and play with her kids. .Other success stories are of many of my cancer clients who survied their cancer treatments and are healthy to this day.
My favorite exercise
The best exercise anyone can do for themselves is stretch. It will keep them pain free. I stretch everyone of my clients at the end of our sessions.
My favorite quote
You can do it!
My training philosophy
I'm one of a handful of trainers in the state of Texas who are certified to train cancer clients. I train and teach my clients using form and function without injury. Unlike some trainers who don't look at function. I take a step farther by improving all the aspects of physical health, balance, core strength, flexibility, cardiovascular and nutrition
My training experience
Darlene Thurm is a highly respected personal trainer in the Sugar Land area and has become a local fitness expert for weight management, nutrition, and human performance. Since 2001, Darlene has been in the health and fitness industry, she has trained a variety of clients, has been a local spokesperson for cancer rehabilitation and prevention, runs a thriving personal training business, and recently launched a news letter with Ideal Fitness. Darlene is the premiere personal fitness trainer for Waist Management. her personal training programs focus on four key areas: cardiovascular training, strength training, rehabilitation, and nutrition. Darlene is nationally and state certified for personal fitness training, nutrition, and cancer rehabilitation training. Darlene holds numerous personal training certifications including the highly coveted National Academy of Sports Medicine's (NASM), Optimum Performance Training © (OPT), and Professional Fitness Instructor Training (PFIT) which was part of Baylor College of Sports Medicine, American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Training; American Council on Exercise (ACE) Lifestyle and Weight Management Coach; American Heart Association (CPR) and Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist through Leading Edge Fitness.
Areas of Expertise
- Strength Training
- Weight Loss
- Core and Balance
- Nutrition
- Flexibility and Mobility
- Posture
- Kettlebells
- TRX
- Functional Training
- Myofascial Release
- Cardiovascular Conditioning
- Injury Prevention
- Stress Reduction
- Wellness
- Corrective Exercise
NCCA Accredited Certifications
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Certified Medical Exercise Specialist
ACE Certified Health Coach
Additional Certifications
PFTA Certified Personal Trainer
Who I Especially Like Working With
Bariatric, Beginners, Brides-to-be, Cancer Survivors, Disabled, Middle-aged, Overweight/ Obese, Peri/Post-menopausal, Post-rehab, Rehab, Seniors, Women
Medical Conditions Experience
ACL tear, ADHD, Alzheimer's, Ankle Injury, Anxiety, Arthritis, Artificial Hips, Artificial Knees, Asthma, Autoimmune Diseases, Back Pain/Issues, Bad Posture, Bone/Joint Injury, Brain Trauma, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Cardiac Rehab, Chronic Pain, Emphysema, Fibromyalgia, Golfers Elbow, Heart Attack, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Lower Body Pain/Issues, Lupus, Lymphatic, Menopause, Neck Pain, Neuropathy, Parkinson's Disease, Piriformis Syndrome, Plantar fasciitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rotator Cuff Issues, Shoulder Issues, Stress, Stroke, Stroke recovery, Tennis Elbow
9110 Royal Crest Ln
Richmond, TX 77469
Darlene has helped me with my legs. I was having a hard walking because I had a drop foot and I was very weak. Darlene gave me hope and was very kind to me. I highly recommend Darlene.
Darlene, is wonderful, she is caring, she listens to me and she knows what I just cannot do. I would recommend her for sure. She is always there when I need her. Darlene makes working out fun!
After breast cancer surgery that included underarm lymph node removal, Darlene helped me get and obtain full mobility of my arm. I continued to work out with her afterwards and instead of dreading going to the gym I look forward to it. She is professional, informed and caring.
Darlene is a great personal trainer. She has varied workouts that push you to achieve your goals. She will help with food choices always with a great attitude.
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