Online personal training. Know what to do next.

Work one-on-one with Bennett Dahl, your online personal trainer. He builds workouts for your goals, equipment, and current ability, then reviews your check-ins and exercise videos himself. Your coach is Bennett, not AI.

Free consultation

15 minutes. No obligation.

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See how Bennett coaches you through your workouts.
5.0 on Google174 client reviews
Coaching since 2006
NPTI Diploma · NASM CPT
BBB Accredited, A+
Bennett Dahl wearing an Answers Not Excuses training shirt
Bennett DahlTraining and coaching since 2006

A trainer you can turn to.

Bennett has trained and coached since 2006. You work with him throughout the program, with weekly check-ins and feedback by text or video.

  • Workouts suited to your ability, equipment, and known injuries or limitations.
  • Direct answers and exercise feedback from Bennett by text or video.
  • Nutrition guidance and weekly adjustments when your needs or schedule change.

What clients say.

5.0 on Google174 reviews
“Bennett did a great job understanding my situation and tailoring the workouts to it.”
Mike FinzerGoogle review
“He sees the whole person, not just the plan on paper, and somehow knows exactly when to push and when to support.”
Erin NewkirkGoogle review
“I can do the workouts when they work for me. Bennett is very responsive to questions.”
Calli SigfriniusGoogle review

From your first workout onward.

Bennett uses your goals, training history, equipment, and weekly schedule to decide which exercises to include, how long each workout should be, and when to make it harder.

  1. Step 1

    Start with your experience

    Tell him about your goals, schedule, equipment, training history, and any known limitations. Send the movement videos he requests so he can see how you move.

  2. Step 2

    Follow your workouts

    Your workouts are ready in the app, with instructions and demonstrations for each exercise. Bennett also gives you nutrition guidance and habits to support your training goals.

  3. Step 3

    Get feedback each week

    Log your workouts and send Bennett questions or exercise videos when you need help. He reviews your progress each week and replies by text or video.

Learn the movement. Get feedback.

Start with exercises and resistance suited to your current ability. When a movement feels difficult or unclear, send Bennett a video so he can explain what to practice or adjust.

Start at your current level

Bennett matches the exercises and resistance to your ability, equipment, and known limitations.

Build a routine you can repeat

Bennett helps you find time for workouts and choose nutrition habits you can practice regularly.

Learn from feedback

Send an exercise video or ask a question. Bennett can explain what to practice and when you’re ready for a harder version.

Research behind the coaching approach
These principles draw on research about training and behavior change. The research does not predict your individual results.

Open your workout. Ask your trainer.

Train on your own schedule, at home or in the gym. Use the app to follow your plan and get help between check-ins.

  1. Open your scheduled workout

    Follow Bennett’s written instructions and exercise videos.

  2. Ask a question or send a video

    Upload a video of an exercise so Bennett can review how you move.

  3. Hear back from Bennett

    He replies himself by text or video and adjusts your plan when needed.

Answers Not Excuses app showing a client’s scheduled workouts and exercise demonstrations

One client’s progress.

Three months of online training with Bennett, shown in the client’s progress photos.

View client results

Individual results vary.

Before your first workout.

How exercise feedback works, what equipment you need, and how Bennett plans around your current ability and known limitations.

Watch the exercise demonstrations in your workout, then send Bennett a video if you want feedback on how you’re moving. He replies by text or video and adjusts the exercises and resistance to suit your ability, training history, and known limitations as you learn. Coaching is not medical diagnosis or treatment; medical clearance may be appropriate for your situation.

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Let’s talk about your goals.

Start with a free 15-minute consultation. Tell me what you want to work on and ask me about coaching. No obligation to enroll.

Bennett sits on a bench and reviews a workout on a tablet in his gym
Get feedback on the movements you’re working on.
Step 1 of 2Your goals

Tell me what you want to change.

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