Vicki Morgan: Senior Strength, Mobility and Fitness Personal Trainer in Franklin TN
For over 12 years I have trained strength athletes along with those who have MS, PLS, ALS, Parkinson's Disease and Cervical Spine Injuries. Together, we can build stronger mind-muscle connections, improve balance, bone density levels and range of motion. My total muscle recruitment and supportive form techniques will help you improve your overall physical ability. I am an older athlete; a 15-year Powerlifting veteran, Senior Olympics Gold Medalist in TN and a national record holder with NASA.
Training Philosophy
The Goal: Comfortable mobility, safe strength gains and endurance to enjoy life to the fullest. My approach to training is a little different. I train my clients (athletes, seniors, people with disabilities) to engage every available muscle to support whatever activity or sport they engage in. My emphasis is on proper form, supportive stances, grip strength, coordination, agility and posture correction. All this, followed closely by flexibility, cardiovascular ability and strength. Weight progression is slow but steady, so that your body and mind will perceive your sessions as enjoyable ... something to look forward to rather than something painful. Instead, I aim for dopamine and endorphin production during exercise so that your mind responds favorably. My goal is to train you to be stronger than you ever thought possible, well-balanced, fully supported, able to travel and enjoy life without fatigue or injury. The major difference in my approach is that I am very particular about form and injury avoidance. Activities of daily living and maintaining independence, cognitive abilities and coordination are a huge factor. It's just a matter of improving mind/muscle connection. From mind to muscle, with consistency, my training methods are both enjoyable and effective.
Reasonable Rates
Everyone deserves access to a personal trainer. Ask about our benevolence rates.
My Place Or Yours
If you are physically challenged, you are eligible for my mobile training services. For security reasons, you must either be female or have a female over 25 present. Mobile rates are for Franklin TN. Additional charges apply outside the Franklin area.
Senior Living Visits / Home Health Aide
Better than Caregiving! My Home Health Aide Services include Assisted Stretching, Mobility Training and Strength Training. A responsible female must be present. Mobile rates are for the Franklin TN area only.
Services Offered
Increase your mobility, flexibly, agility, endurance and strength. Lose fat and gain lean muscle. With the right fitness program, you can prevent and sometimes reverse diabetes, high blood pressure, metabolism disorders, bone loss and muscular weakness. Improve your health, balance, self-confidence and physical ability. With consistent effort, you will develop healthier habits, a positive outlook, and injury-free movement that will expand your physical potential.
Personal Training @ YMCA Franklin
Personal Training Sessions. Train in person with me at the YMCA Franklin TN for safe, tailored, effective workouts. Includes program design, how-to videos and optional InBody Scan. If you have hardship, ask how to qualify for their financial assistance packages.
Personal Training Mobile Visits
We'll train in the privacy of your home or community gym. Rates are for Franklin, TN only. A responsible female over age 25 must be present in a private home at all times.
Economy Sessions
Save money by training with me at a community gym. We'll work one-on-one with less distractions. Fully insured for liability.
Powerlifting / Bodybuilding Coach (YMCA Members)
With 15 years on the competition platform, I can help you prep for a powerlifting meet or a bodybuilding show. Be prepared to train hard for 6-12 months. Seniors and beginners welcome. Let's get you competition-ready!
Karate for Seniors and Slow-Movers
I offer a unique and empowering approach to martial arts for those who are older or who have challenges. Seibukan Karate is an Okinawan form, designed to enhance your physical and mental well-being -- promoting strength, balance, and confidence through tailored training techniques. Package discounts available.
Your Healthcare Partner
Post surgery? Cancer Survivor?Physical challenges? Neurological difficulty? Together, we will consult with your healthcare provider and design the perfect, most effective exercise program for your needs.
My Athletic History
12+ years experience helping older adults and physically challenged people improve their overall health and fitness. Proper form and brain training are the key elements in overcoming physical and mental challenges. It's never too late to start.
NASA Natural Athlete Strength Association
NASA Senior National Record Holder, Competitive Powerlifting age 40-56, Powerlifting Coach and referee for 5 years.
USA BMX Bicycle Association
It's never too late. I started BMX Racing in my 30's and was 3rd in the state of Arizona in my age group.
NPC FIGURE Bodybuilding Competitor and Trainer
First drug-free bodybuilding show at age 50. Bodybuilding Coach for 4 years.
SEIBUKAN KARATE
In 2023 I began to study Seibukan Okinawan Karate. Looking to teach seniors a slower version of Seibukan as a way to improve cognitive function, muscular control, limb independence and coordination.
VICKI'S BLOG
My Articles and Blogs are located at seniorstrength.org.
Senior Olympics Gold Medal Winner
Top Female Lifter in the TN State Senior Olympics for Powerlifting. Onto the National Games in Tulsa 2027!
Clients and Competitions
These are pictures of me and a few of my clients -- real people, no models, no fakes, real life. They battle cancer, bursitis, diabetes, neurological disease, disabilities and personal loss. Some overweight. Some depressed. Some grieving. Some recovering from surgery. Some are wounded warriors. They are champions. ALL of them were able to change their life for the better through exercise. I am blessed to be a part of their journey.
Testimonials
Real rave reviews from clients
I want to take a few minutes to thank you for all you’ve done for me! For the first time in FOREVER, I was able to walk into a gym by myself…and not feel intimidated or lost. I had my first workout at Lifetime yesterday, and I was able to do my Goblet squats right with everyone else in the dumb-bell area, and figure out how to do all my exercises on the machines. This is because of you! You have helped me SO much, and I just wanted to take a few minutes and tell you! You’ve been amazing!
Kathleen Young 5/6/2016
2 years ago I tore my Labrum in my shoulder benching because I attempted a massive PR with no warmup trying to show off to my friends. On April 27th, 2016 I had 6 anchors put in my right labrum to hold it all together. Since that day I didn't so much as attempt a back squat with weight due to range of motion issues and upper body weakness and muscle atrophy. I was fearful and did not possess the knowledge or tools to attack this problem. Luckily, I've gotten to know someone who does. Vicki spent an inordinate amount of time with me going over bar placement, hand grip, shoulder mobility, foot placement, and so many other things that play into squatting safely and strongly. Needless to say, after an hour session with her, I was squatting 78% of my pre surgery max. After not having squatted in 8 months some may call that foolish, or maybe I'm just a freak athlete. But I really know it's only because I was taught how to squat properly with good form, and the weight just went up. Makes me wonder what I could've done once upon a time with good form. But Vicki is unbelievable and one of the best coaches and supportive individuals you'll ever know.
I have only been powerlifting since March 2016 and I needed a few one on one sessions to help me out on a few form and technique issues I was having. Vickie has done that in just a few training sessions. I also feel more confident in my lifts. I'm looking forward to training with get for my fist meet. She's very knowledgeable in what age does and I feel like I'm in good hands. Kerstin Crabill
Deadlifting has always been one of my weak points, either I would finish my lift with back pain, or just not be able to move the weight that day. After getting help from Vicki on form and mental focus, the change was immediate. Her knowledge is easy to see, as she instructed me how to stand, contract my core and hold my shoulders to deadlift correctly. In about 15 minutes I was lifting 20 pounds over my previous weight, and walked away with zero back pain!
Visit by Appointment
Two Locations: Southwind and YMCA Franklin
SOUTHWIND FRANKLIN TN
549 Southwinds Dr, Franklin, TN 37064Links We Like
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VICKI MORGAN BLOG ARCHIVES
Archived blogs and articles about powerlifting, physical fitness and senior strength training
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