Dean Somerset
Kinesiologist and online fitness coach in Edmonton, Canada
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $150 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Athletes |
| Based in | Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | Kinesiologist |
| Practice | Somerset Fitness |
Dean Somerset is a kinesiologist and personal trainer in Edmonton, Alberta. He coaches adults on strength, fitness, mobility and injury recovery, in person and online with clients around the world. He has trained people after joint replacement surgery, cardiac rehab, spinal cord injuries and cancer, as well as elite athletes. He starts with assessments to see what each person does well. His writing has appeared in Men's Health and Women's Health.
What Dean helps with
Dean works with people who want to get stronger and fitter, often while dealing with an injury or health history. He also coaches athletes and people who just want a plan for the gym.
- Injury recovery
- Athletic performance
- Weight loss
- Building strength
- Improving flexibility and mobility
- Rehab after joint replacement surgery
- Sports injury post-rehab
- Having a clear gym plan
Who Dean works with
Dean's clients include people recovering from joint replacement surgery, people in cardiac rehab, and people with spinal cord injuries or neural impairments. He has also trained cancer patients, people finishing sports injury rehab, and elite athletes in various sports. He coaches adults in person and online around the world.
How Dean works
Dean begins with a range of assessment methods. Some are common and some he created himself. The aim is to see what each person brings and how to get more from their workouts. He then builds a safe program that fits the person's goals, which can include injury recovery, athletic performance or weight loss.
Background and qualifications
Dean is a kinesiologist and personal trainer from Edmonton, Alberta. His clients have included people in post-surgical joint replacement rehab, cardiac rehab, sports injury post-rehab, and people with neural impairments, spinal cord injuries and cancer. He has also trained elite athletes. He has taught seminars around the world, using humour and hands-on practice.
Dean Somerset pricing
Programs and services
- In-person training
- Online coaching
- Seminars
- Weekly newsletter
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The CoachVouch take
Trains clients with rehab needs such as joint replacement, cardiac rehab and spinal cord injuries, alongside elite athletes.
Best for adults with injuries or health conditions who want a safe, strong training plan.
Common questions
How much does Dean Somerset charge?
Coaching with Dean runs $90 to $150 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Dean Somerset help with?
Dean Somerset helps with injury recovery, athletic performance, weight loss and building strength.
Does Dean Somerset coach online?
Dean is based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Dean Somerset certified?
Dean Somerset lists: Kinesiologist.
Does Dean Somerset coach people recovering from injury or surgery?
Yes. He has trained clients after joint replacement surgery, sports injuries and cardiac rehab. He also works with people who have spinal cord injuries.
Does Dean coach clients outside Edmonton?
Yes. He coaches clients online all over the world, as well as in person.
How do I contact Dean Somerset?
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