FAQ - General

  • A: Apex Personal Training is a private, members-only personal training studio located on Sunset Blvd in West Hollywood. We specialize in 90-day body transformation programs built around metabolic strength training, nutrition coaching, and daily accountability.

  • A: Apex is for serious adults who are done with trial and error and ready to build a body and lifestyle that lasts. Our clients range from busy professionals and executives to athletes and individuals recovering from injury. If you're committed to real results, Apex is built for you.

  • A: We're located at 7807-7809 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046. We serve clients from West Hollywood, Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, Silver Lake, and surrounding neighborhoods.

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  • A: Apex is not a gym — it's a private coaching studio. Every client works directly with a certified coach on a fully customized program. There are no crowds, no guesswork, and no cookie-cutter plans. Everything is built around your body, your goals, and your schedule.

  • A: Contact us to schedule a consultation. We'll assess your goals, current fitness level, and lifestyle to determine which program is the right fit. From there, your coach builds your custom plan and you start within days.

    Or, book your consultation here directly:

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  • A: Yes. Nutrition is built into every program at Apex. Our head coach holds an ISSA Nutritionist certification and brings nearly two decades of experience in applied nutrition science. We don't hand you a meal plan and disappear, we coach you through every decision.

  • A: Our programs are priced based on the type of coaching, frequency, and duration — there's no one-size-fits-all number because there's no one-size-fits-all program. What we can tell you is that Apex is a premium, private coaching experience and is priced accordingly. If you're looking for the cheapest option in LA, we're probably not the right fit. If you're looking for the last trainer you'll ever need, let's talk. Book a free Success Session and we'll find the right program for your goals and your budget.

FAQ -

Personal Training

  • A: Apex offers one-on-one personal training, semi-private training, and online coaching. All programs are built around metabolic strength training — a method that builds lean muscle, accelerates fat loss, and improves long-term metabolic function simultaneously.

  • A: Metabolic strength training combines resistance training with strategic programming to keep your metabolism elevated long after the workout ends. It's more effective for fat loss and body composition than traditional cardio or bodybuilding-style training alone.

  • A: Sessions are contained to 60 minutes. Session frequency is programmed based on your goals and availability — typically 2 to 4 sessions per week for transformation clients.

  • A: Yes. Our coaches are trained in injury-aware programming and have worked extensively with clients managing knee issues, back pain, post-surgical recovery, and other physical limitations. We build programs around where your body is now, not where it used to be.

  • A: Absolutely. We've built transformations with complete beginners and elite athletes alike. Your program starts at your current level and progresses systematically. No experience required — just commitment.

  • A: The Apex studio is fully equipped with free weights, barbells, cables, machines, and specialty equipment for strength, conditioning, and mobility work. Everything you need for a complete, high-performance program is on site.

  • A: Yes. Apex accepts HSA and FSA payments for eligible clients, not all will qualify. Contact us for details on documentation and the intake process.

FAQ -

Nutrition/Medical Wellness Coaching

  • A: The 90-Day Transformation is Apex's flagship program. It combines custom strength and nutrition programming, weekly check-ins, daily coaching access, and full accountability over 12 weeks. It's designed to produce visible, measurable results — not just during the program, but permanently. Choose from Peak, Optimize, or Transform.

  • A: Before your program begins, your coach conducts a full assessment covering your training history, body composition goals, nutrition habits, lifestyle, schedule, and any physical limitations. Every variable in your program — training volume, exercise selection, macros, meal timing — is built specifically for you. Bloodwork and Provider guided Medical Wellness included in Peak.

  • A: Accountability at Apex includes check-in messages, nutrition logging review, progress tracking, and direct access to your coach between sessions. You're never left guessing what to eat, how to train, or whether you're on track.

  • A: Yes. Apex offers fully remote online coaching programs for clients who can't train in person. Online clients receive the same custom programming, nutrition coaching, and accountability structure as in-person clients — delivered digitally through our custom App.

  • A: Most clients notice changes in energy, strength, and body composition within the first two to three weeks. Visible transformation results typically emerge between weeks four and eight depending on starting point, consistency, and adherence to nutrition. The 90-day timeframe is chosen specifically because it's long enough to produce real, lasting change.

  • A: Most clients choose to continue with ongoing coaching after their initial program. Your coach will discuss continuation options, maintenance programming, or advanced phase goals during your final check-in. The goal is to build habits that make continued results automatic - not dependent on perpetual coaching.

  • A: Program pricing varies based on coaching type, frequency, and duration. Contact us directly for current program rates and availability. We'll match you to the right program based on your goals and budget during the consultation.

  • A: Yes. Apex offers provider-guided medical wellness services including GLP-1 and dual GLP-1/GIP medications (semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide), peptide therapies, and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). All services are overseen by licensed medical professionals and all medications are sourced exclusively from 503A FDA-certified compounding pharmacies — meaning pharmaceutical-grade quality and full regulatory compliance.

  • A: Our peptide protocols include but are not limited to:
    NAD+, glutathione, BPC-157(GLOW stack, Wolverine Stack), Tesamorelin, MOTS-C, PT-141, CJC/Ipamorelin, Semax, Selank, Kisspeptin. All peptide usage is dependent on client needs and medical eligibility.

    Peptides are used to support goals including recovery acceleration, body composition, metabolic function, cellular health, libido, mental function, and longevity. All protocols are guided by a medical professional and tailored to the individual.

  • A: Candidacy for GLP medications and TRT is determined through a medical consultation and appropriate lab work. GLP therapies are typically used to support fat loss and metabolic health in clients who meet clinical criteria. TRT is appropriate for individuals with confirmed low testosterone affecting energy, body composition, or performance. These are medical decisions made by qualified professionals — not something prescribed or recommended without proper evaluation.

  • A: Yes. Every medication offered through Apex's medical wellness program is produced by 503A FDA-certified compounding pharmacies. These pharmacies operate under strict federal oversight and produce medications to pharmaceutical-grade standards. You are never receiving unregulated, gray-market, or overseas-sourced compounds. Safety, quality, and compliance are non-negotiable.

FAQ -

ABOUT APEX

  • A: Apex was founded by Jay Bednar, a certified personal trainer and ISSA Nutritionist with 19 years of coaching experience. Jay holds a Bachelors degree in Psychology and completed two years of graduate-level coursework in anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry. He is also a 4x NPC Overall Champion with elite-level knowledge of body composition and performance.

  • A: All Apex coaches hold current certifications in personal training and/or nutrition. Our coaches bring specialized backgrounds in strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and metabolic programming. Continuing education is a non-negotiable standard for coaches at Apex.

  • A: Apex Personal Training has been operating out of our West Hollywood for over 2 years, with coaching experience dating back two decades. The studio was built from the ground up as a private, results-first alternative to conventional gyms and big-box fitness chains.

  • A: At Apex, we believe your body is not your identity — it's a project. Our philosophy separates who you are from where your body is right now. We build programs that are honest, evidence-based, and demanding — because real transformation requires real effort, real science, and a coach who tells you the truth.

  • A: Yes. Jay's background as a competitive bodybuilder and the team's depth of training science makes Apex well-suited for athletes looking to improve body composition, strength, or sport-specific conditioning. We've worked with athletes across multiple disciplines including combat sports, bodybuilding, and endurance events.

  • A: Apex coaches are not actors, models, or singers who train on the side when the schedule allows. We are trainers - full stop. This is what we do, and it's all we do. We've dedicated our careers to the craft of coaching and to the results of our clients. Come in for a session and experience the difference firsthand.

  • A: You can reach us by phone at 213-660-5616, by email at info@bodybyapex.com, or through the contact form on this website. You can also find us on Instagram at @apexhp. We respond to all inquiries within one business day.