January 9, 2022: Hiring a Personal Trainer

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Not all trainers are the same. If you’re looking to hire a personal trainer, you need to do your due diligence, and research the personal trainers in your area. This week, we’re going to talk about what to look for when hiring a personal trainer.

If you’re going to be shelling out a lot of money, you want to make sure that you’re getting the results you’re looking for, and that the relationship is a right fit for you. So, if you’re on the hunt for a good personal trainer, here are some things to consider:

They are an Expert

Your trainer needs to be an expert at the goal(s) you would like to accomplish. Finding a trainer who understands what it takes to reach your goal should be your first priority. Setting your expectations clearly in the first meeting with the trainer, will help you determine if they will be a good fit or not. Ask if they have certifications in things like corrective exercise, weight loss, metabolic training, and so on. You can also ask about their specialties and what results their clients have gotten. If the trainer gets defensive, get out of there!

They Provide Individualized Programs

With your goals in hand, the trainer you hire should be able to look at those goals, and design the appropriate program for you - not just anyone who walks in. You could do that on your own for free with online resources!

Unfortunately, there are some trainers who use the same program for all their clients—which may not meet your expectations. In my opinion, that’s not worth your money. It’s just an expensive accountability buddy at that point.

This is why your trainer should:

  • Listen not only to your goals, but to your entire story, to get all the details they need to develop the right program for you.

  • Ask questions about you. They should take a detailed history, find out about past injuries, and what your exercise experience is.This will help them pinpoint the best way to train you.

  • Ask about your nutrition. Although physical training is a key to reaching your goals, you can’t do it without a good nutrition plan. A good trainer will ask you questions about your nutrition and address issues that could cause issues.

  • Share success stories. If you’re coming to them with a very specific goal in mind, they should have some case studies, or testimonials from other clients, showing they can get you results. Don’t panic if they are new, though. Even the best trainers started with their first client. Maybe you’re willing to give them a chance.

They Should be Results-Focused

Your trainer needs to be results-focused. This means they need to be able to design a program that will get you the results you’re looking for.

If you’re going to be spending time and money training with them, you should be able to clearly see progression, or even complete accomplishment, of your goal. You want to be sure they have the chops to focus on what you want—and get you exactly what you’re looking for.

Choosing a trainer can be hard, nut finding the RIGHT trainer could make all the difference in the world.

**If you are feeling unsure and want to run things by me before you choose a trainer, feel free to email me! I was a personal and group trainer at a top fitness club and am happy to give you my thoughts before you invest.

Next Sunday, we’ll talk about choosing the right nutrition plan for your lifestyle and needs.


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I hope you have a wonderful week,

Kelly

Kelly Morgan, Ph.D.

Tsirona - www.tsirona.com

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