Building strength and happiness through fitness. Work out one-on-one, in a group or anytime on demand
Allison Kalsched, NASM certified personal trainer, focuses on training adult women at all levels of fitness. Whether you are an athlete, a working parent, or just trying to get back in shape, Allison can help. Allison's personal fitness interests include triathlon, swimming, biking and running. She runs bootcamps four times each year, and sees clients privately at her Maplewood, NJ location. For
Semi-private training is underway and has been AMAZING.
Here are some upcoming openings. Grab your spot here: https://allisonkalsched.com/semi-private-training
It’s never too late to start working out in the gym.
As we age, our bones lose density and it becomes harder to increase lean muscle mass. But harder is not impossible. It’s important.
Adding resistance work (strength training) greatly decreases the rate of bone loss (and can in fact improve bone density). It also keep the muscles working which allows us greater freedom of movement.
Who doesn’t want that?
Weight training later in life helps
💪🏻 increase bone density
💪🏻 increase lean muscle mass
💪🏻 improve balance and coordination
💪🏻 improve heart health
💪🏻 improve our mood (endorphins baby)
💪🏻 improve sleep
💪🏻 reduce stress
I can’t stress enough how important it is to move and bear weight.
05/15/2026
I’ve been working on something new and it’s finally around the corner.
Starting May 18th, I'm launching semi-private training sessions at my private gym in South Orange.
Each session maxes out at three people, so it’s small enough that you get real attention and real coaching, and flexible enough that you don't need to commit to a recurring slot. Just show up, train hard, and leave feeling strong and happy.
Right now these sessions are running primarily on Mondays from 12:30-1:30pm, and there are additional days that are being added as available.
👉 I just added a class on Friday, May 22 at 10am and one on Tuesday, May 26 at 8:30am.
The best place to catch those updates as they go live is on Instagram — follow me at so you don't miss them.
If this sounds like your kind of training, here's what to do:
👉 Learn more about semi-private training here: https://allisonkalsched.com/personal-training-and-boot-camps
👉 Sign up for a session here: https://allisonkalsched.com/semi-private-training
If a session is already full, don't count yourself out — add your name to the waitlist. If someone gives up their spot, it’s yours.
This is strength training the way I believe it should be: intentional, supported, and actually fun. I can't wait to be in the room with you.
05/08/2026
I'm launching semi-private training session on May 18. These sessions are designed for women who have at least basic experience in the gym. Sign up on my website at allisonkalsched.com/semi-private-training and if a class is full, add your name to the wait list.
I'm excited about this new opportunity to provide individualized strength training on a more flexible timeline! Add some lift to your exercise routine!
04/29/2026
One more day until we meet for NOURISH!
Super excited to welcome everyone with a few little gifts from my friends and
Countdown to redefining retreat is ON.