Great Day Personal Training

12/19/2025

Thank you to Linda and Rabih for these beautiful gifts that added to our gym’s holiday cheer!

12/18/2025

If you’re navigating the holidays with chronic or metabolic health concerns, it can feel like there’s pressure from every direction. You’re not “doing it wrong” — this season is just challenging.

One question that helps: “How can I celebrate in a way that supports my body and my future self?”

That might look like choosing 1–2 foods you truly enjoy, building in a short walk, staying hydrated, keeping meds consistent, and leaning on your support system. You deserve a holiday season that feels good during and after.

Read Justin's full blog post on our site: greatdaypt.com/blog/joy-and-balance

12/18/2025

We had to take this picture quick before Jacques found the cookies!

12/15/2025

Holiday meals don’t have to be all-or-nothing. In our latest blog post, Justin Brown delves into Finding Joy and Balance while celebrating the holidays and still managing a chronic illness or living with diabetes. A little structure can go a long way:

½ plate non-starchy veggies
¼ plate protein
¼ plate the carbs you actually enjoy

Then choose 1–2 “worth it” foods (your favorites) and skip the bites you don’t even care about. It’s not restriction, it’s intention.

Read the full blog here: greatdaypt.com/blog/joy-and-balance

12/12/2025

Wondering what your first day at Great Day Personal Training actually looks like?

Here’s how we bring our safe, welcoming, nurturing philosophy to life from the moment you walk in:

1️⃣ Conversation & Assessment – We start by listening: your story, your goals, and any concerns. Then we do a right-sized fitness assessment to find a safe starting point.
2️⃣ Co-Created Plan – Together we choose the best path (1-on-1, small group, or a hybrid) and set realistic early wins.
3️⃣ Support Between Sessions – Expect check-ins, habit nudges, and simple options for busy days.
4️⃣ Track What Matters – We celebrate strength, balance, stamina,and the “life wins” like more energy, less fear, and more joy.

This is how we live our mission as Rochester’s premiere wellness destination and why so many people describe Great Day PT as a training home, not just a place to workout.

If you’re looking for a place that feels like a home, we’d be honored to welcome you to the Great Day family. 💚

🔗 Read the full blog: https://www.greatdaypt.com/blog/welcoming-environment

📞 Call 585-404-0011 or email info@greatdaypt.com to schedule your free consultation.

12/09/2025

What a holiday this family will have! Thank you to everyone who contributed!

12/09/2025

A gym should feel like your place, not a place you’re trying to “fit into.”

At Great Day Personal Training, welcoming means more than a friendly hello. It means building a community where you’re known, encouraged, and supported, because the science is clear: people stick with movement when they feel like they belong.

In his blog, owner Jacques-Luis Nodar shares how we create that sense of belonging here in Rochester, NY by:
✅ Offering small-group options so you’re never “lost in the crowd”
✅ Checking in between sessions to keep you supported on busy weeks
✅ Celebrating wins at every level, from first sessions to big milestones

This is part of our DNA as Rochester’s premiere wellness destination: a safe, inclusive space for every age and ability.

If you’ve ever thought, “I just need a place that gets me,” we built this environment with you in mind.

Ready to find your training home?
🔗 Read the blog: https://www.greatdaypt.com/blog/welcoming-environment
📩 Message us or email info@greatdaypt.com to learn more.

12/08/2025

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12/04/2025

Feeling nervous about getting back into a fitness routine? You’re not alone.

At Great Day Personal Training, “safety first” isn’t a slogan, it’s how we design every single session. From your very first visit, we look at your health history, current activity level, and goals so we can build a custom, research-backed plan that actually fits you. Whether you’re a first-time exerciser, seasoned athlete, or senior.

Together, we will take the following steps:
• Start with smart intake and health screening
•Design clear, measurable programs (strength, balance, mobility, stamina)
•Use client-specific progressions that meet your goals, not just “crush” a workout

Owner Jacques-Luis Nodar brings 25+ years of coaching experience in senior living, athletics, and corporate settings, and that experience shapes the safe, supportive culture we’re known for here in Rochester, NY.

If you’ve been waiting for a place where your safety, comfort, and progress truly come first, this blog is for you.

👉 Read Jacques-Luis’ full article: “Creating a Safe, Welcoming, Nurturing Environment” at the link below.
https://www.greatdaypt.com/blog/welcoming-environment

11/27/2025

11/27/2025

We are thankful for all the members of our Great Day Personal Training family!

11/25/2025

If you've ever felt a little unsteady, you're not alone and you're not powerless.

Balance isn't just a physical skill. It's something you can train, strengthen, and regain, with the right plan and support.

As Personal Trainer Kevin Pabon shares in his blog:
“Fall prevention starts with awareness, and continues with intention.”

At Great Day Personal Training, we specialize in helping people move with more confidence, stability, and strength, no matter their age or fitness level.

✅ Ready to feel more confident on your feet?
Schedule your free consultation today. And be sure to check out Kevin's blog post about fall prevention! greatdaypt.com/gdpt-blog/preventing-falls

📲 Link in bio or send us a DM to learn more.