Personal Training at AnkFit

Work directly with me in Newtonville in a fanatically clean, private setting. I take great care to first understand your body mechanics so that every session is as effective as possible, enjoyable (what?!), and leaves you feeling great.

Some people call me Robby, and others call me Coach.

Either way, I work diligently to stack the odds in my clients’ favor against physiological bumps in the road.

These happen, of course, but under my guidance and watchful eye, I’ve helped countless individuals bounce back from setbacks, put nagging body issues in the rear view mirror, and re-discover a zest for life because they are moving their bodies with less restraint, discomfort, or outright pain.

Hi! I’m Rob Skinner.

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In one-on-one training, we:

Build strength that prepares you for real life—so everyday movements feel easier
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Improve resilience, keeping your body as capable as it was designed to be
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Create a rhythm of training that leaves you energized and ready for anything
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Identify and resolve imbalances before they become limitations

  • I was visiting my brother at his retirement complex when one of the residents dropped a pill on the floor. I hopped down to pick it up and everyone around us was shocked I could do it so nimbly. I told them, well, I owe it all to my trainer, Rob.

    - Annette, 82
    personal training client

  • I’ve been working with Rob for about 5 years and at my annual physical this year, all of my bloodwork values were within normal range for the first time in at least 20 years. It’s amazing to think that with Rob’s support and guidance, I feel younger as an almost-70-year-old than I did when I was 50.

    - Lauren
    personal training client

  • I’ve been working with Rob for more than 8 years now. He is professional, personable, and works you to your limit. Over the course of the previous decade I had a number of injuries and since working with Rob I have gotten noticeably stronger, to the point where I have finally been able to return to pre-injury activities. He takes into account your needs and helps push you to the next level.

    - Kate
    personal training client

  • Beyond his professional expertise, Rob brings a unique combination of attributes that make every session enjoyable: extremely creative, hilariously smartass, very caring, avid conversationalist and deep musical taste.

    -Tom
    personal training client

Now Accepting Clients at AnkFit in Newtonville

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Note: Your appointment time is not confirmed until you hear from me directly.

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