Strength training shouldn't be intimidating.

It should be empowering.

I’m Courtney Glancy, and I help people who feel out of place in big-box gyms find their strength through effective, sustainable, personalized coaching.

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  • "Courtney helped me safely get back to lifting heavy after an injury kept me away from the gym for years. I appreciate her passion for the science of training, her let’s crush-this-energy, and her endless collection of punny workout shirts. She makes sure I balance consistent progress in my compound lifts with fun and functional accessory work. Courtney recognizes that every body is unique and every body can get strong."

    — Rachel F.

  • "Courtney is fantastic! After being sidelined from working out for a long time due to an elbow injury, I was unsure how to return to the gym. Courtney utilized her expertise to create a tailored program that accommodated my injury, allowing me to get back to working out and feeling great again. I'm truly grateful for her support and guidance!"

    — Joshua G.

  • "I wanted a personal trainer who would listen and value my safety concerns. Who would honor my goals and challenge me. Courtney is EXACTLY that — she's my dream trainer! I benefit from her drive to educate herself on best practices. Highly recommend her!"

    — Cymantha G.

  • "I love working out with Courtney! She is very adaptable to my personal goals and is the perfect combination of supportive and encouraging."

    — Amelia B.

  • "What sets Courtney apart from other trainers is her exceptional attention to detail and the genuine care she exhibits for my well-being. Each workout is thoughtfully tailored to support my long-term goals taking into account what my body needs on a particular day. When I work out with Courtney, I feel challenged, supported and safe."

    — Becky E.

A Safe Space to Grow

I focus on working with women, people in the LGBTQ+ community, and older adults, although everyone is welcome in my practice. The training environments I’ve chosen are intentionally small, supportive, and free from the "gym trauma" many of us have experienced.

  • Inclusive & Affirming: I meet you and accept you where and as you are.

  • Injury-Informed: As a Barbell Rehab Method certified trainer, I know how to train around pain and help reduce the chances of future injuries.

  • Flexible Locations: We can train in one of two spaces: my light-filled studio near Belvedere Square or CityFit in Mt. Vernon. I can also come to your home or apartment/condo gym.

  • Virtual Training: Prefer to work out on your own? I offer online coaching and programming no matter where you’re located.

Get Strong for Life

My goal isn’t to make you a bodybuilder—it’s to make you strong for life. I focus on functional longevity, building discipline and consistency, and appreciating what your body can do, not what you see in the mirror.

I don’t just see a body in the gym; I see a person with a busy life and a unique history. Your program will be appropriately challenging and tailored just for you.

Whether you’re aiming to build strength, improve your health, or just move better, your goals and your abilities provide the roadmap. You don’t need to be perfect; you just need to show up and do the work. I’ll be with you the whole way.

My Story

The Spark

A back injury in my 30s left me frustrated with standard recovery. But it wasn't until I committed to climbing Kilimanjaro in 2022 that I discovered a passion for strength training. Reaching that summit changed my life, proving that strength isn’t just about the weight on the bar; it’s about functional longevity, resilience, and discipline.

The Pivot 

In my previous career as a designer and creative director, I learned how to coach people through creative challenges by cultivating a deep insight into human nature. Seeking a more fulfilling way to help others, I traded the creative studio for the gym. That same insight helps me guide my clients on their fitness journey with empathy and purpose.