Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Personalized Fitness Journey Starts Here in Alexandria, VA
Body Shop Fitness By Design has been a dedicated personal training studio in Alexandria, Virginia since 2007, serving the greater Washington D.C. area. Founded by Bill and Kelly Matthews, our studio combines cutting-edge fitness technology with personalized training programs tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team of certified professionals brings over 30 years of combined experience in creating safe, effective workout regimens for diverse populations including teenagers, middle-aged adults, and seniors. We specialize in designing engaging fitness experiences that accommodate post-injury recovery, athletic performance enhancement, and general wellness goals. Our facility's convenient location with accessible parking ensures a seamless experience for all northern Virginia and D.C. clients seeking expert guidance in a supportive environment.Through our commitment to individualized attention and proven training methodologies, we cultivate lasting relationships with clients who value our community-oriented approach to health and wellness.
Services
Personal Training
Senior Fitness
Injury Recovery
Teen Athletic Development
Custom Workout Programs
Fitness Technology Integration
Lifestyle Guidance
Strength Maintenance
Goal-Oriented Training
Community Fitness
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined personal training experience.
- We design individualized workout plans for diverse client needs.
- Our team specializes in post-injury recovery and senior fitness programs.
- We provide a supportive environment with convenient parking access.
- Our expertise spans athletic performance enhancement for teenage athletes.
Services
Personal Training
Our personalized training programs focus on individual goals with evidence-based methodologies. We create customized fitness solutions through one-on-one sessions tailored to each client's physical capabilities and objectives. With expert guidance from certified trainers, clients receive continuous support through all stages of their fitness journey.
Injury Recovery
Specialized rehabilitation programs help clients regain strength post-injury or surgery. We implement safe progression protocols under professional supervision to restore mobility and functionality. Our approach combines gradual resistance training with proper form instruction to prevent reoccurrence and build long-term resilience.
Senior Fitness
Designed to maintain and improve mobility for active aging adults. Our programs focus on balance enhancement, fall prevention, and strength preservation through low-impact exercises. Certified trainers modify routines to accommodate individual health conditions while promoting cardiovascular health and joint flexibility.
Teen Athletic Development
Performance enhancement programs for teenage athletes focus on functional movement patterns and sport-specific skills. We develop proper mechanics while improving power, speed, and injury prevention through age-appropriate training methodologies. Our team emphasizes technique mastery before intensity progression.
Custom Workout Programs
We design individualized training regimens based on comprehensive fitness assessments. Each program integrates cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, and flexibility components matched to personal goals. Regular progress evaluations ensure continuous program optimization through measurable milestones tracking.
People
Bill Matthews
Co-Owner & Personal Trainer
Certified fitness professional with 30+ years of experience developing personalized training programs. Specializes in athletic performance enhancement and post-rehabilitation conditioning while maintaining focus on safe training practices.
Kelly Matthews
Co-Owner & Personal Trainer
Expert trainer with three decades of experience creating inclusive fitness environments. Focuses on senior fitness programming and community building through supportive training relationships while implementing evidence-based exercise methodologies.
Lawrence Soto
Personal Trainer
Certified fitness coach specializing in functional training techniques. Implements innovative workout designs using advanced fitness technology while maintaining personalized attention to client progression and form mechanics.
Megan Vickers
Personal Trainer
Experienced trainer focusing on strength development and injury prevention strategies. Utilizes current research-backed methodologies to create effective, sustainable fitness programs for diverse client populations with varying experience levels.
Questions
What types of clients do you train?
We work with teenagers developing athletic skills, adults maintaining strength, seniors preserving mobility, and clients recovering from injuries through tailored programs.
Do you offer post-rehabilitation training?
Yes, our trainers specialize in designing recovery programs that safely rebuild strength and mobility after injuries or surgeries with physician-approved protocols.
What training equipment do you use?
Our studio incorporates advanced fitness technology including resistance systems, movement analysis tools, and heart rate monitoring equipment for effective training sessions.
How are workout programs customized?
Initial assessments determine physical capabilities and goals. Programs combine strength, cardio, and flexibility training with regular evaluations to track progress and adjust intensity.
Is special parking available?
Yes, our private building offers convenient parking access with direct entry to the training facility for client convenience.
What makes your training approach unique?
We combine personalized programming with community building, creating supportive environments where clients achieve measurable results through expert guidance and technology integration.
