Personal Trainer in Timonium for Women 50+

Strength training for women 50+ who want to stop losing strength, protect bones, and rebuild muscle without feeling beat up.

You’ll leave with a clear plan to get stronger, protect your bones, and rebuild muscle without aggravating your joints.

Clients training at 29 Again Custom Fitness in Timonium

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What clients say

Timonium personal training client Liz

Ever since I’ve started with Stephen’s personal training system, I haven’t been suffering with the constant neck and back pain I’d had for years. I believe it’s absolutely due to the fact that Stephen understands my problems and modifies my workout to strengthen the areas I need to keep strong to avoid pain.

Liz Keehner
Timonium personal training client Kathy

It’s hard to describe what a difference Stephen’s 3-4-5 Total Body Strength System has made in my overall well-being. I’m now stronger, leaner and have decreased my body fat from 23% to 12%. I have more energy and now look forward to my workouts. Stephen’s 3-4-5 Total Body Strength System has been the only workout that’s changed my body.

Kathy Jones
Timonium personal training client Debbie

I’d been a MAC [now ACAC] member for eight years, and I have tried different classes, different personal trainers, nutritionists, etc. and for the 1st time I have truly seen a difference in my body. Stephen’s system has made a tremendous difference in my body – particularly in the strength I’ve gained and the inches I’ve lost. I’ve recommended Stephen’s system to everyone I know.

Debbie Thacker
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Geri Pare'
3 weeks ago
During the past year, it was determined that I needed a shoulder replacement and I even scheduled the surgery. But working with Stephen at 29 Again over the past year has alleviated the majority of my discomfort to the point that I cancelled the surgery, rarely take Advil or Meloxicam, or add ice after physical activity. My tennis game is so much improved with my ability to move more quickly and with more agility. I highly recommend 29 Again Fitness.
After years of sitting at a desk and ignoring my health needs, I’ve found working out with Stephen to be a huge benefit. I’ve noticed my flexibility, coordination, agility and balance have all improved. His program includes a lot of different elements so boredom never sets in. This has been a good investment of my time and money.
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Sarah Brown
2 years ago
I’ve been working out with Stephen Holt at 29 Again Fitness for over 3 years and I’ve never felt better. Being physically fit helps me be independent and supports my passion for hiking and travel. Stephen challenges me with different exercises and/or more resistance, increasing my fitness level over time. He ensures I have good form, helping me get the most from my workouts and avoid injury. Stephen’s workouts are customized based on each client’s situation vs having a one size fits all approach at most group exercise classes. Not only am I stronger, but I’ve got better balance and flexibility as well. It’s worth the investment if you are willing to put in 2 hours a week. Highly recommend.
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susan klein
6 years ago
I have found training with 29 Custom Fitness and Stephen Holt to be a great experience. I am getting stronger and improving my balance. His studio is extremely clean and I have felt totally safe there during the pandemic . I highly recommend training with Stephen Holt
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Debbie Koski
6 years ago
Stephen is the best! I’ve been going to 29 Again for over 3 years now and workouts are always changing so they never get boring. I would not feel comfortable working out anywhere else during COVID since he is appointment only and you know there are never more than a few of us at a time. Plus, he is on top of cleaning EVERYTHING!

How it works

Get Started in just 3 easy steps …

  1. Step 1

    CLICK HERE and answer a few quick questions

  2. Step 2

    Set up a day/time for your Smart Start meeting with me

  3. Step 3

    Come to our Timonium gym to start your FREE 1-Week Trial

I Get It …

You’re busy.

Too busy to exercise. (Or at least that’s what you tell yourself.)

And you’re confused. There’s just so much fitness information and so many other gyms in Timonium claiming they have the best personal training to help you in your wellness journey toward a healthy lifestyle.

You know you need a personalized exercise program to help you with your post-rehab or weight loss goal, but you don’t know how to get the best results by yourself.

But what if …

You could get an effective AND efficient exercise program from a recognized personal training expert in the fitness business, in a friendly atmosphere where you feel comfortable?

Not just some expert …

Meet Your Timonium Personal Trainer

2026 Personal Trainer of the YearIDEA® Health & Fitness Association

2003 Personal Trainer of the YearACE (American Council on Exercise)

Stephen Holt, Timonium personal trainer

Hi! I’m Stephen Holt

and I’d love to help you reach your fitness goals and be your guide to better health!

You’ve already seen my training programs and fitness advice in many of the magazines at your favorite newsstands.

I hope you’ll indulge me for just a sec so you can get to know me and let me assure you I’m qualified to help you reach your personal goals, stay motivated, and achieve a healthy lifestyle with the best personal training gym in town.

Great – thanks :-)

Stephen Holt’s credentials

  • 2026 IDEA® Personal Trainer of the Year, IDEA® Health & Fitness Association
  • 2003 ACE Personal Trainer of the Year, American Council on Exercise
  • AllExperts.com Expert of the Year
  • National Fitness Hall of Fame nominee, 2024
  • NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • Precision Nutrition certified nutrition coach (PN1)
  • BSE Mechanical Engineering, Duke University
  • Served on the team that wrote the Personal Trainer National Board Exam
  • First full-time personal trainer to serve on a state’s fitness advisory council (Governor’s Advisory Council on Physical Fitness)

In this industry since 1979. Full-time personal trainer since 1997. Nearly 60,000 coached sessions.

Since 1979In this industry
Since 1997Full-time
Nearly 60,000Coached sessions
Since 2010Women only

While others may be calling themselves “the best personal trainer in Timonium, MD 21093” or “the best training team in the area,” I’ve been cited by the top personal training organizations as one of the top personal trainers ANYWHERE …

IDEA® Health & Fitness Association named me “Personal Trainer of the Year” in 2026. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) gave me the same honor in 2003.

I was even named “Expert of the Year” by AllExperts.com back when they were the largest advice site on the Internet.

I’ve spoken at national personal training conventions.

I even served on the elite personal training team that wrote the Personal Trainer National Board Exam.

[Local side note: I was Education Director of the MAC (now ACAC – oops, now Coppermine) in Timonium, MD 21093 where I was in charge of educating their personal training team.]

Most important –

My mission as the founder and owner of 29 Again Custom Fitness in Lutherville-Timonium, MD, is to help women over 50 understand that fitness should be a vital part of their lifestyle and can fit into anyone’s schedule regardless of perceived limitations (like time and injuries).

My clients don’t come to the gym to compete with each other. We improve our fitness together, not by striving to reach the top of some leaderboard.

Bottom line …

I’ve been in this industry since 1979 and a full-time personal trainer since 1997. In nearly 60,000 training sessions, I’ve helped (literally) hundreds of women just like you. I’m pretty darn sure I can help you, too.

And that’s why you can be absolutely confident I can help you reach your fitness goals even though you’ve tried everything else and nothing seemed to work.

How it works

Get Started in just 3 easy steps …

  1. Step 1

    CLICK HERE and answer a few quick questions

  2. Step 2

    Set up a day/time for your Smart Start meeting with me

  3. Step 3

    Come to our Timonium gym to start your FREE 1-Week Trial

How We’re Different

No Cookie Cutter Workouts

Unlike with bootcamps or generic group fitness classes, your workout program is designed specifically for you – your personal goals, your fitness goals, your background, your schedule.

Flexible Scheduling

Need to cancel or reschedule at the last minute? No problem – and no tricky cancellation fees either. We’ll simply work out another time that fits your schedule better.

No Intimidation

Intimidated by big box clubs, “boxes,” or even exercise classes where everyone’s hyper-competitive? Relax. We’re a cozy club with a family feel. We all improve our fitness together, and we support each other to help you stay motivated.

And You’ll Love Our Unique, Flexible Scheduling

We live up to our tagline, Fitness that Fits You.

With most Timonium personal trainers or even with a semi-private training program, you’re expected to be there at a certain time, say, 8:00 for example.

But suppose your son forgot his report and you have to run to his school before English class starts.

OR

Your dog just threw up all over your workout shoes.

OR

Your most dramatic and neediest friend is having yet another crisis and just won’t get off the phone.

Has any of this ever happened to you right before your scheduled personal training session? Of course it has.

Or suppose you wake up and you’re feeling just a little “off” and low on energy that day.

None of these scenarios would ever be a problem with us because you never have to worry about being “on time.”

We’ll be expecting you within a certain time frame (say, a 90-minute window before we start arranging a search party), but you never need to stress. We’re ready when you are.

Even if “life happens” and you lose control of your scheduled workout day, you can simply come another day (as long as you stick to the terms of your membership agreement with us – sorry, our attorney makes us say that).

I always resisted the standard 24-hour cancellation policy in personal training. Sure, it’s fair to busy personal trainers like me [if you canceled late, I lost money I could never get back], but it basically forced under-the-weather or just plain frazzled clients to cancel early and suffer through training sessions when they really didn’t want to.

At 29again, you schedule by the week yet pay by the month. If you’re scheduled for 2 sessions a week, for example, there’ll be months where you get 9 or even 10 sessions for the price of 8.

You have to agree – that’s a great value, right?

In fact …

Let me prove to you we’re the best value in personal training in the Lutherville Timonium MD area …

29 Again Fitness is the first personal training club to combine functional training exercises (like you’ve seen in CrossFit™ and on NBC’s The Biggest Loser) with Vector (cable-based) Training, using our proprietary “3-4-5 Total Body Strength System” you’ve read about in national women’s fitness magazines including Shape, Fitness, Women’s Health, Prevention, Runner’s World and HerSports, mainstream magazines like Woman’s Day, Family Circle and Parade, and on HuffPost and Yahoo Health.

We don’t show off or compete with each other. We improve our fitness together.

We’re easy to find in Timonium, MD 21093

Services

We start with where you are. Then your plan gets built around your joints, your schedule, and the progress you want.

Women’s Personal Trainer

Build strength, move better, and feel confident with a women’s personal trainer for women over 50. Train with Stephen Holt in Timonium today.

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Gym

29 Again Custom Fitness is a Timonium gym built around strength training for women 50+. You’ll train with a clear plan, make steady progress, and get coaching that respects joint history without treating you like you’re fragile.

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Fitness Center

29 Again Custom Fitness is a fitness center for women 50+, offering expert coaching, strength training, and personalized programs to help you stay strong, active, and confident.

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Wellness Program

Discover a wellness program designed for women 50+ at 29 Again Custom Fitness. Improve strength, mobility, and overall health with personalized coaching and lasting lifestyle support.

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Health Consultant

Work with a health consultant at 29 Again Custom Fitness. Personalized fitness and nutrition plans for women 50+ to improve strength, mobility, and overall wellness.

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Physical Fitness Program

Join a physical fitness program at 29 Again Custom Fitness, designed for women 50+ to build strength, improve mobility, and support lifelong health with expert coaching.

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  • Strength Training for Women Over 50
  • Weight Training
  • Custom Fitness Training
  • Custom Exercise Programming
  • Menopause Fitness Training
  • Bone Density Training
  • Joint-Friendly Fitness
  • Nutrition Coaching
  • Online Personal Training
  • Online Nutrition Coaching

FAQ

Of course you have questions :-)

Here are the questions I get most often before a Smart Start …

What happens in the Smart Start Session?

We’ll talk about your goals, your joint history, and what you want your training to look like. You’ll leave with a clear plan for what to do next.

Do I need to be “in shape” to start?

Nope. You start where you are. Your plan meets you there and progresses from there.

I have some old aches. Can I still train?

Of course. Most clients come to me because they need a program that respects their achy knees, shoulders, back, etc.

How often do most clients train?

Most of my clients train twice a week, on a Double Gold membership. We settle on the right number for you at your Smart Start.

Is this for serious lifters?

No. You’re an active person who wants to feel stronger in real life. You’ll use strength training to support busy weeks, travel days, and active weekends.

Do you offer group classes?

I get that question a lot. No, we don’t do classes. You’ll follow your own plan and your own progressions. You’ll typically see one or two other women training at the same time, each on her own program.

Do you offer online coaching?

Yes. Online personal training and online nutrition coaching are available if you want structure and guidance without being on-site.

Where are you located?

29 Again Custom Fitness is in Timonium, MD. You’ll train by appointment.