Business Details
Your Trusted Personal Training Studio in Knoxville, TN
Health First Fitness is a private personal training studio dedicated to helping individuals achieve their unique fitness goals through personalized, one-on-one sessions. Our certified trainers specialize in designing effective programs for clients of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to elite athletes. With expertise in body weight, free weights, and machine-based training, we provide a non-crowded environment that prioritizes safety, effectiveness, and individual attention. Our team brings decades of combined experience in kinesiology, exercise science, and sports medicine to create tailored fitness solutions. We focus on building long-term relationships with clients to support sustainable progress toward improved physical health and wellness.Whether you're starting your fitness journey or refining an established regimen, our Knoxville-based studio offers the expertise and facilities to help you succeed. Our commitment to quality extends to group training options for those who prefer working out with partners or small teams. We maintain rigorous professional standards through ongoing education and certifications from recognized organizations like ACSM, NASM, and NSCA. Our facility in Bearden, Knoxville, combines technical excellence with a welcoming atmosphere to make fitness accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Services
Personal Training
Group Training
Fitness Assessments
Nutrition Coaching
Specialized Programs
Highlights and features
- Certified trainers with ACSM, NASM, and NSCA credentials
- Personalized programs tailored to individual fitness goals
- 10+ years combined experience working with diverse clients
- Flexible training options for individuals and small groups
- Non-crowded environment with specialized equipment
Associations and certifications
- ACSM
- National Academy of Sports Medicine
- National Strength and Conditioning Association
Services
Personal Training
Our certified personal trainers develop customized fitness programs tailored to individual goals and abilities. With expertise in exercise science and sports medicine, we offer dedicated one-on-one sessions using body weight, free weights, and machines. The program adapts to your progress while maintaining proper form and technique for optimal results.
Group Training
Group training options allow partners or small teams to work out together while maintaining personalized attention. Our trainers adapt exercises to accommodate multiple participants while ensuring proper technique and safety. This option combines social motivation with professional guidance for shared fitness goals.
Fitness Assessments
Comprehensive fitness assessments establish baseline measurements and identify specific training needs. These evaluations help create targeted programs addressing strength, flexibility, endurance, and body composition goals. Regular reassessments track progress and inform program adjustments for continued improvement.
Nutrition Coaching
Our Precision Nutrition-certified trainers provide evidence-based dietary advice to complement fitness programs. This service focuses on sustainable eating habits that support training objectives while considering individual preferences and lifestyle factors. The approach emphasizes balanced nutrition for optimal performance and recovery.
Specialized Programs
Specialized training programs address specific needs like athletic performance enhancement, injury prevention, or rehabilitation support. These programs incorporate functional movement patterns and sport-specific drills while maintaining safety standards. The approach adapts to changing requirements throughout different training phases.
People
Patrick Morris
Personal Trainer
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer with 7 years of experience. Holds Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification and specializes in functional movement screening. Graduated from University of Tennessee with degrees in Kinesiology and Psychology.
Michelle Kenik
Owner/Trainer
NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Spin instructor. Holds a Biology degree from University of Tennessee. Specializes in helping clients achieve weight loss and fitness improvement goals through personalized training programs.
Michael Kenik
Owner/Trainer
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with 10 years of experience. Holds Exercise Science degree from University of Tennessee. Creates customized programs for diverse clients including elite athletes and recreational exercisers.
Questions
What types of training programs do you offer?
We offer personalized one-on-one training, small group sessions, and specialized programs for athletic performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation support.
Are your trainers certified?
Yes, our trainers hold certifications from ACSM, NASM, and NSCA, with additional specializations in nutrition and functional movement screening.
Do you accommodate different fitness levels?
Our programs cater to all levels from beginners to elite athletes, with customized approaches for individuals starting their fitness journey or refining existing regimens.
What equipment is available?
Our facility includes body weight training areas, free weights, and machines in a non-crowded environment designed for focused, effective workouts.
How are training sessions scheduled?
Sessions are available by appointment only to ensure personalized attention and accommodate individual schedules while maintaining training consistency.
Do you offer nutrition guidance?
Yes, our Precision Nutrition-certified trainers provide dietary advice that complements fitness programs while emphasizing sustainable, balanced eating habits.
