Personal Trainer Albuquerque, NM

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A space that feels different

Our space is clean, quiet, and filled with natural light, wood tones and no distracting music. If you've always felt out of place at a typical gym, give us a try - we think you'll love our place!

A space that feels different

Physical Fitness Program

Our programs are designed by Dr. Emily Blair and draw on Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS). Every program builds functional strength from the ground up, starting with stability before adding load.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you've got a question that isn't answered here, give us a call - we're happy to help!

I'm out of shape and a little embarrassed about it. Will I be the only one who doesn't know what they're doing?

That describes the majority of people who walk in. Square One draws adults from across Albuquerque, the Northeast Heights, Corrales, and the North Valley who are starting over, returning after a long gap, or coming in with injuries and uncertainty. The space is quiet, no one is performing for anyone else, and every movement is taught from the ground up. There's no baseline you need to meet before you're allowed to show up.

Do I have to already be fit or in-shape to join?

No. The idea that you need to get in shape before you start training is one of the most common reasons people delay for months or years. Every program at Square One is built around meeting you at your current ability level, not a level you're supposed to already be at. The first session is a consultation, not a test!

Is this a good fit if I'm going through menopause or perimenopause?

Yes, and it's one of the things Square One is specifically built for. Estrogen decline accelerates bone density loss, and resistance training is one of the most evidence-backed ways to slow that process. According to the National Institutes of Health, women can lose up to 20% of their bone density in the five to seven years following menopause. Dr. Blair works with women across Albuquerque, the Northeast Heights, and Rio Rancho who are navigating perimenopause and menopause, and every program accounts for where your body actually is in that transition.

I just finished physical therapy. Can I keep training here, or is it too soon?

The gap between finishing PT and feeling confident enough to exercise independently is exactly where a lot of people stall out or get hurt again. Square One was designed to bridge that space. Dr. Blair's background in chiropractic, functional movement assessment, and DNS means she understands how to build on what your PT started rather than undo it. Clients from across the Albuquerque metro come in after physical therapy is done and find that the small group format gives them the supervised progression they still need without the clinical setting.

What Qualifications Do Your Trainers Have?

The programming for our intelligent movement sessions was designed by Dr. Emily Blair, a licensed chiropractor who is a certified DNS Exercise Trainer (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization as referenced in MD Peter Attia's book "Outlive"), Functional Movement Systems / Gray Cook, Titleist Performance Institute (Golf), Postural Restoration Institute, and is a CFSC (Certified Functional Strength Coach). Our trainers have a variety of certifications including CFSC, NASM, and DNS-ET. We all love to study quality movement and to help YOU work at a level that is challenging but not frustrating. Take a half price trial class and see how we're different!

I've tried other gyms and personal trainers before. Why would this be any different?

The most common reason people cycle through gyms and trainers is that the environment, the pace, or the programming wasn't built for where they actually were. Dr. Blair designed Square One specifically for adults 40 and up, including people returning after injury, people managing the physical shifts of perimenopause and menopause, and people who've never felt comfortable in a gym. With a clinical background in chiropractic, DNS, functional movement assessment and more, our training is custom-tailored to your unique needs.

How many people are in a session?

Sessions are capped at three to four participants. It means your trainer can watch your form on every single rep, catch compensations before they become injuries, and adjust your load in real time. It's the reason the coaching quality at Square One is closer to private training than anything you'd find at a standard group fitness class.

How soon will I actually start feeling a difference?

Most people notice improved energy and less daily discomfort within the first three to four weeks. Visible strength changes typically follow around weeks six to eight with consistent attendance. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, meaningful neuromuscular adaptations begin within two to four weeks of structured resistance training. Clients consistently report that everyday tasks like carrying groceries, climbing stairs, and hiking the Bosque start feeling easier within the first month.

How much do sessions cost?

Base rates run $55 per session for Smart Strength and Kettlebell 101 (4 students max) and $65 for Foundations of Fitness (3 students max). Punch cards and monthly plans can drop those average prices to below $35 per session! No enrollment fees and no contracts! At Square One you get a trainer watching your form on every rep, in a small group of three to four people, for less than the cost of going it alone with a private trainer.

Are there long-term contracts or hidden fees?

Nope. You can pay per class, use a punch card, or enroll in a monthly program. While the monthly program auto-renews, you have the option to cancel at any time. And, unlike seeing a personal trainer at the gym, there are no enrollment fees, and no gym fees on top of the personal training.  We're not here to lock you into long term commitments, we're here to help you feel strong and empowered in your body!

How do I get started?

Do you have gender-neutral restrooms?

We sure do! We have two lockable single person restrooms. Both are gender neutral. We embrace gender diversity and focus on creating a welcoming space for everyone.