// Key Takeaways
  • Your first consultation is a clinical assessment — not a sales pitch or a brutal workout
  • 5 key steps: health history, goal-setting, movement screening, body composition analysis, and a light introductory workout
  • The consultation takes approximately 60 minutes — come prepared with injury history and a clear goal in mind
  • Most RxFit clients see measurable improvements within 4–6 weeks of starting their customized program
  • Bring comfortable clothes and an open mind — this is where your program gets built from the ground up

Starting a fitness journey is exciting — and sometimes a little nerve-wracking. Whether this is your first time working with a personal trainer or your first time working with RxFit specifically, knowing what to expect removes the uncertainty and lets you focus on what actually matters: building a foundation for real, lasting change.

Here's exactly what happens at your first RxFit consultation in Austin.

Why the First Consultation Is the Most Important Session

The first consultation is where we build the foundation. It's how your trainer learns your goals, health background, current movement capacity, and daily routine. Without this assessment, there is no program — there's only guesswork loaded onto your body.

At RxFit, we do not begin training until we know what we're training. Every decision downstream — exercise selection, load, volume, corrective components — flows from this first session.

The 5 Assessment Steps

  1. Health History Review

    We discuss your medical background, any medications, sleep patterns, stress levels, prior injuries, and surgeries. Nothing is off limits. The more we know, the more precisely we can design your program.

  2. Goal Setting

    We define SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. "Get in shape" is not a goal. "Reduce my lower back pain by 50% within 8 weeks" is a goal we can build a program around.

  3. Movement Screening

    We check your range of motion, strength, joint mobility, and balance across key movement patterns: overhead squat, single-leg balance, push/pull mechanics, and hip hinge. This is the clinical cornerstone of RxFit's corrective approach.

  4. Body Composition Analysis

    We establish your baseline — body fat, lean mass, and relevant measurements. This is not about judgment; it's about having objective starting data to measure your progress against over time.

  5. Light Introductory Workout

    Under low-pressure load, we observe how you move through basic patterns. This is not a test — it's an opportunity to gather real-time data on your movement quality and identify any compensations that need correction before progressive loading begins.

What the First 60 Minutes Looks Like

// Session Timeline
0–10 minWelcome and overview. Paper intake form / health history review. Overview of your stated goals.
10–20 minSMART goal-setting conversation. What does success look like in 60 days? 90 days?
20–35 minFull movement screen. Overhead squat, single-leg balance, push/pull assessment, hip hinge evaluation.
35–45 minBody composition baseline. Relevant measurements and notes.
45–60 minLight introductory movement session. Low-load exercise patterns observed and documented.

How to Prepare for Your First RxFit Session

  • Bring any relevant medical records, imaging reports (MRI, X-ray), or PT notes related to past injuries
  • Write down your 2–3 primary goals before you arrive — clarity speeds the goal-setting conversation
  • Bring a list of questions — no question is too basic
  • Wear comfortable workout clothes that allow full range of motion at the hip, shoulder, and ankle
  • Eat a normal meal 1–2 hours before — the introductory workout is light, but you should not arrive fasted
  • Be honest about your history — a trainer who knows your actual limitations is far more valuable than one working in the dark

What Happens After the Consultation?

Within 48–72 hours of your first consultation, you will receive:

  • Your customized training program built directly from your assessment findings
  • Initial corrective exercise assignments targeting your highest-priority dysfunction
  • A realistic progress timeline — most clients see measurable improvements within 4–6 weeks
  • Your first scheduled training session, at your Austin location

If you are also enrolling in Nini's Functional Nutrition program, a separate nutrition intake session will be scheduled with her — typically within the first week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan for about 60 minutes — goals discussion, all 5 assessment steps, and a short guided movement session.
You'll receive a customized training program, corrective exercise guidance, and a realistic progress timeline within 48–72 hours. Most clients see measurable improvements within 4–6 weeks.
Yes — partner and semi-private sessions are available. Let us know during booking so we can schedule appropriately.
RxFit's priority is your outcome, not just filling a slot. If you'd be better served by a different specialist on our team, we'll tell you honestly and find you the right match.
Contact your trainer as soon as possible. We operate on 24-hour cancellation courtesy. Open communication keeps your program on track.
Danny Trejo
// About the Author
Danny Trejo
Corrective Exercise Specialist · Founder, RxFit Austin

Danny Trejo is the founder of RxFit, where he combines his background in microbiology with a passion for human performance. After years in the corporate world, he developed a comprehensive wellness system designed to help clients feel younger, stronger, and pain-free.

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