Hiring a personal trainer is
one of the hottest trends for 2015.
Everyone has different fitness goals. There is not a one-size-fits-all
fitness program. That is where a personal
trainer comes in handy. A personal
trainer has the experience and education necessary to help you design and stick
to a fitness program that will work for you.
What Is A Personal Trainer?
A personal trainer is a
fitness professional that is involved in prescribing exercise and
instruction. They motivate their
clients, set goals, and provide a level of accountability that gets
results.
Personal trainers continually
assess their clients to determine how they can reach fitness goals. Proper assessment is difficult because each
client is different. It takes years of
experience to be able to accurately assess clients and make correct changes in
their exercise programs.
Part of the assessment
process involves keeping their clients physically safe. A great personal trainer will motivate their
clients to work hard to obtain goals, but will never put their clients at
risk. If physical problems develop,
personal trainers immediately refer their clients to proper medical
professionals.
Personal trainers also guide
their clients in general health and nutrition.
Proper fitness plans rely heavily on excellent nutrition.
Where Can You Find A Personal
Trainer
Personal trainers are
generally found at fitness facilities. However, some personal trainers work in
their client’s homes, in their personal homes, outdoors, or via videos.
Flexibility in location is a
positive for a lot of clients. Some
individuals enjoy a gym atmosphere, others enjoy exercising at home, while
others prefer exercising outdoors.
Accreditation
In the United States there
are a number of fitness certifications available, but many these certifications
are not accredited. Most legit certifications require a high school diploma,
automated external defibrillator (AED) certification, cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR), and an examination.
The American College of
Sports Medicine (ACSM) and National Strength and Conditioning (NSCA) are the
two most heralded certifications.
However, studies have shown
that certifications are not necessarily indicative of a great personal
trainer. All personal trainers have their
areas of expertise. In addition to that,
every personal trainer has a unique personality.
How Do I Find A Personal
Trainer That Is Right For Me?
Unfortunately finding the
right personal trainer can take some trial and error. Start with a trainer that holds at least one
of the major, accredited certifications.
Then inquire about their areas of expertise and what they would
recommend for you. Finally spend an hour
working out with a personal trainer to determine if their personality is the
right fit for you and your fitness goals.
Don’t be afraid to switch
personal trainers if you are not getting your desired results. Remember this is all about you.
Word of mouth can be helpful
in finding a good personal trainer.
However, just like movies and places to eat, everyone has their own
opinions.
How Much Will A Personal
Trainer Cost?
Costs of personal trainers
vary depending on where you live. In
small towns personal trainers generally run around $50/hr. In larger cities
personal trainers can cost between $50 – 150/hr.
Costs also vary depending on
the services you are requesting. If you
require a meal plan, body fat computation, workout plan or if you are a
beginner the costs will increase.
Rates also vary depending on
how many times you plan to work out each week.
Generally speaking you should plan on working out at least four times a
week. Do you need your personal trainer
for each session? This depends on your level of experience. Perhaps having a trainer for one out of four
sessions is enough once you feel comfortable with the fitness program that you
are following. In the beginning you may
want to have a personal trainer at every session.
Most clubs or personal
trainers offer discounted rates based on buying several sessions in advance. Before committing to a long term plan make
sure the personal trainer is a good fit for you and that you will stick with
the plan. Prepaying for a plan can
motivate some individuals to stick with their fitness program.
In Conclusion
No matter how experienced an
individual may be in the fields of fitness and nutrition, a personal trainer
can be beneficial. Everyone gets stuck
in a rut when working out and needs a push to try new things or do something
better. Consider joining one of the
hottest trends in fitness in 2015 and hire a good personal trainer to take you
to the next level of health and fitness.
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