By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine.
For Will Gardner, fitness isn’t just about lifting weights or counting calories. It’s about helping real people feel stronger, move better, and live life with more energy and confidence. At Gardner Fitness, based in Hoosick, New York, and serving Eastern New York and Southwestern Vermont, the mission is clear: create sustainable, enjoyable paths to wellness through highly personalized training and support.
“I believe in small, lasting changes,” says Will, founder of Gardner Fitness. “It’s not about being perfect. It’s about finding what works for you and building something manageable, motivating, and that makes you feel great.”
Functional Fitness, Tailored for You
Gardner Fitness offers a comprehensive approach that addresses all the pillars of health and wellness: strength training, nutrition, sleep, mobility and flexibility, aerobic health, mental wellbeing, and alcohol use awareness. These elements are all interconnected, and Will works with clients to assess and improve each one, creating a simple, customized plan that supports their overall lifestyle and long-term goals.
Whether you’re hoping to lose weight, recover from a setback, train for a new challenge, or simply feel better in your body, Gardner Fitness provides expert support, encouragement, and clear steps forward. Plans are tailored for individuals, and the goal is always to help you build something sustainable and enjoyable. Fitness, health, and wellness are a lifelong journey. We all hope to live well into our 80s or 90s, but to do that vibrantly, we need to lay the foundation in our 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s. But remember, it’s never too late to start!
A Journey Rooted in Real-Life Experience
Will’s path to becoming a certified elite personal trainer wasn’t traditional. For years, he worked in the craft beer industry before making the leap to pursue a long-held passion for fitness and health. Along the way, he’s faced his own health challenges, and it’s that real-world experience that helps him connect with clients who are just starting out or starting over.
“Generally, people want to feel better and be the best version of themselves, but don’t know how or think it’s going to be too hard,” says Will. “They want a coach who understands what it’s like to struggle with motivation, with weight, with injuries or stress. I’ve been there. That’s why I built Gardner Fitness, to offer support that’s both knowledgeable and deeply personal.”
Credentials and Community
Will has earned multiple certifications from the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), including Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutritionist, Specialist in Strength and Conditioning, Bodybuilding Specialist, and Certified Elite Trainer. He is currently completing his certification in Group Fitness. With over 25 years of experience in strength training, Will also brings a love for running, hiking, disc golf, and coaching youth sports. He even co-created a health and fitness podcast and is well-versed in using Fitbit hardware and the Fitbit app to help track and motivate progress.
Affordable, Accessible Support
Gardner Fitness believes that expert wellness coaching should be both approachable and affordable. That’s why all new clients are offered a free one-hour consultation: a friendly, no-pressure conversation where you can explore your goals and see if working with Will is the right fit.
The Comprehensive Health and Wellness Package is priced at $45 per session with a five-session minimum and includes evaluation, guidance, and a complete plan covering all health and wellness elements. Clients looking to focus on a single area, such as nutrition or mobility, can choose the Specific Area of Focus plan at $35 per session, also with a five-session minimum. Group Training Sessions are available at $20 per person with a minimum of five participants. There are also discounts available for students, veterans, and clients who sign up with a friend.
Let’s Get Started
If you’ve been thinking about taking the next step in your health and fitness journey but haven’t found a plan that feels realistic or personal, Gardner Fitness may be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Visit gardnerfitness.com to learn more or book your free consultation. Let’s chat about your goals, your lifestyle, and how you can start feeling better, stronger, and more in control—one step at a time.
