Bentonville - 11 May, 2006 -

Daniel Schaap leap-frogged around a small exercise room Tuesday afternoon as a client watched, then mimicked him. Schaap is a trainer at Fitness Together, a personal training franchise that opened in Bentonville in March. Busy vendors and professionals in northwest Arkansas may not have time to squeeze in workouts or time at the gym, Schaap said. "We're focusing on your goals and needs solely," he said. The international franchise also offers a holistic approach to health, including a nutrition program. Most clients at Fitness Together are trying to lose large amounts of weight or tone their muscles. "We ask (clients) to make commitments, and if they don't follow through, we call them on it," Schaap said. He follows the golden rule, treating others like he'd expect to be treated. "I'd want someone to call me out. That's what we're paid to do." Most clients are professionals with the money to afford a personal trainer, which Schaap deems a luxury. Personal training sessions eliminate distractions, provide privacy and concentrate the training to a client's particular needs, he said. Schaap operates the Bentonville Fitness Together in South Walton Plaza, at 113 S. E. 22 nd St., Suite 1. He is seeking new clients and new trainers. So far, trainer Nolynn Collins of Fayetteville is on board. A second Bentonville location is at 3213 N. W. Avignon Way. A Pleasant Grove location is coming soon in Rogers. Sessions range from $42 to $59 per 45-minute session. For more information, visit www. fitnesstogether. com or call 273-1124.

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