Why you should hire a personal trainer

Do you feel like you’re not meeting your fitness goals? In that case, consider hiring a personal trainer to determine the root cause of your inability to achieve success with weight loss, building muscle, or whatever your fitness goal may be. Personal trainers do more than count the number of reps you complete. A personal trainer is your partner in any healthy endeavor you choose to pursue. Although there are many reasons why you should hire a personal trainer, let’s focus on three crucial reasons why a personal trainer will add value to your life. Keep in mind that the cost of hiring a personal trainer can vary depending on their experience and location. First, a personal trainer will hold you accountable and provide ongoing support. When you don’t have anyone to answer to, it is easy to skip out on exercise, which means you will not come close to reaching your goals. A trainer will review a specific workout plan with you, set the expectations, and stay in contact to ensure you’re on track for completion. They will also provide the motivation and encouragement you need to keep going. Second, a personal trainer will relieve you of the burden of figuring out the right exercises to prevent injury. While working as a personal trainer at the gym, I see many people using improper protocol when exercising. For example, squatting is more than bending your knees in a seated position. Squats done correctly strengthen your leg muscles and stabilize your knees. If done incorrectly, you can sustain an injury indefinitely, taking you off your exercise program. You should always seek the help of a professional familiar with body movement and alignment to prevent injury and maximize results. Third, a personal trainer will design a highly personalized program to help you reach your fitness goals. Attempting to meet specific fitness goals is more complex than diet and exercise but rather a combination of art and science. Also, every BODY is different; things that work for one person may not work for someone else—this is where a personal trainer’s expertise will be beneficial. A personal trainer will review your body assessment to create a program tailored to your needs and personality. The trainer’s job is to incorporate exercises that you enjoy in an attempt to motivate you. In addition, your trainer will keep routines fresh by adding a new mix of activities to keep you excited. Consult with a personal trainer to see how they can design a program that will help you meet your goals. There is usually no fee for a consultation. However, if you choose to get a fitness assessment, expect to pay a cost that will cover the full-body evaluation to determine your measurements, weight, body fat percentage, and other details that will aid in building the right program for you. If you’re interested in finding the right trainer, consider factors such as their experience, certifications, and personality. Please email me if you’re interested in training with me or need more information on finding the right trainer. Send an email to coach@pgf.life.