Hey what’s up everyone, my name is Josh Lucas and I’ve been a Personal Trainer in Louisville Kentucky for a little over 14 years. I am also a Certified Weight Management Specialist with The American Council of Exercise (ACE).
My setup is unique in that I have converted a small house into a Private Personal Training studio and I’ve been training here since September 2021.
It’s a really cool spot and and my clients enjoy the privacy of it.
(They also enjoy that I have ZERO overhead, so I can afford to make my rates more affordable than most Trainers who work in a gym)
I generally work with beginner and intermediate clients looking to build muscle, lose weight, or both. My core passion is working with clients that have little or no experience with weightlifting. I really enjoy helping people begin to value the importance of lifting weights above all other forms of exercise.
Helping the beginner/novice feel comfortable in a weightlifting setting, enabling them to enjoy working out, lifting heavy weights, feeling powerful, getting strong, building muscle and curves that they’ve never had before is the best part of my job.
With my more experienced clients, I love showing them how following a more advanced weightlifting program personalized to fit their body, and their goals, can take them to the next level.
My true goal is to help people look at exercise
realistically and start striving for longevity in health, rather than falling for the quick fix mentality that is so prevalent in the fitness world.
No one should ever feel judged when working out. If you are nervous upon arriving to your first session I promise you won’t be for long. We do work hard to get results but I’m no drill sergeant as I don’t believe that’s the type of motivation that is long lasting. I want to teach my clients how to take control of their own fitness journey, whether that’s on their own or still using me for extra accountability, the goal is for each client to become self sufficient and lead healthy, active lives.
Have a good day and good luck with all of your fitness and health goals, regardless of which Trainer you choose.
1 on 1 Private Training
45 minute Sessions:
10 Session Package: $370 ($37/ session)
20 Session Package: $700 ($35/ session)
30 Session Package: $990 ($33/ session)
::::Half Hour Sessions::::
10 Session Package: $280 ($28/ session)
20 Session Package: $520 ($26/ session)
30 Session Package: $720 ($24/ session)
All sessions centered around a combination of weightlifting and cardio exercises with a much heavier lean on weightlifting than cardio. The way we use them specifically would depend on your goals.
PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE. Consults are free.
Let me know if you have any questions whatsoever!
(Some of the photos below are more current and some are VERY old. I’ve moved a few times and haven’t always been great about taking lots of photos, so it’s a mixed bag.)
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14 years in business
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Tabitha B.
Mar 17, 2026
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Josh has exceeded my expectations as a trainer. He helped work with my busy working mom schedule and creates an environment that is safe, not intimidating and welcoming. I would recommend him 10/10 times.
He took time to ask me what I wanted to see from my work with him and helps me to get there. Couldn’t be happier.
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Chuck S.
Sep 19, 2025
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Josh is great! I went to get comfortable with free weights and improve form, and Josh was knowledgable, patient, and just awesome to work with.
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Kourtney P.
Jan 6, 2026
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Josh is awesome! Flexible, professional, and good at what he does. I’ve worked with him for about 3 months now and he keeps track of everything helping you with the goals we’ve set for myself! Just awesome!
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David W.
Dec 7, 2025
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Great Trainer! I was in town for a month and he helped me stay on top of my workouts!
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Samantha A.
Nov 5, 2016
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I have been searching for an affordable, flexible, and effective trainer in Louisville for years, and I couldn't be more relieved that I finally stumbled upon Josh. His eagerness and dedication to figuring out what Exercise/life plan I needed in order to reach my goals is remarkable. Not to mention his enthusiastic personality make sessions fun and personable I have been training with Josh for 6 months and I am amazed at my results. The physical gains are undoubtedly amazing- down 30 lbs, 3 dress sizes, and significantly more muscle mass (that I thought I could/would never have)! But more importantly, I FEEL healthy and my confidence with my body has improved. Before training with Josh I thought I would never be able to achieve my fitness goals, but now I am convinced that his dedication to my health will help me finally reach those goals!
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
One on One Sessions (45 minutes)
10 Session Package: $370 ($37/ session)
20 Session Package: $700 ($35/ session)
30 Session Package: $990 ($33/ session)
All packages can be divided up into payments if a client chooses.
Pay as you go per Session (No package): $40
Half Hour Sessions
10 Session Package: $280 ($28/ session)
20 Session Package: $520 ($26/ session)
30 Session Package: $720 ($24/ session)
Again, all packages can be divided up into payments!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
It's really just about getting to know them and creating an environment and training program that they are comfortable with. This is their thing. I'm just the guide.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have my standard Personal Training Certification from the American Council on Exercise.
I also went out and got my Weight Management Specialist Certification which was much tougher and definitely prepped me better for the real world problems of todays clients.
More than anything though, this industry is about how much time you devote to studying on your own. Becoming a Personal Trainer isn’t overly difficult, achieving an expertise that sets you above the rest of the crowd is the tough part. And that can't be done with Certifications, only through experience and consistent focus can you really become something special.