How To Find The Right Personal Trainer

We all need help sometimes and when trying to reach our fitness goals, a personal trainer can provide the solid ground needed to reach those goals and keep you on track to exceed them. Here are some tips for finding a personal trainer that can maximize your results.

Take a Sneak Peak

Many trainers offer package discounts if you commit to a certain number of classes, and while this can make personal training more affordable don’t jump in too quickly. To get an idea of the trainer’s style and personality see if the trainer runs group classes or bootcamps or if the trainer specializes in one-on-one sessions sign up for a single session to see if they are the right fit.

Read Reviews!

Sometimes a stranger’s brutal honesty is just what you need to make a decision, so check out testimonials about the trainer and get reviews from clients through online resources like Trainersvault.com and Yelp.com. Everyone wants something different from a trainer and being clear about what you want will help you find the right person. Some people like trainers that push them to excellence in the gym, and others might be in the market for someone who will support them in reaching their goals beyond the gym. Reading reviews will help you determine if the trainer’s style is what will help your reach your personal goals.

Be Selfish

Trainers want to see their clients succeed. They love their jobs because they are helping people better their lives through fitness and leading a healthy lifestyle. When picking a trainer, find one that fits your personal needs so you will be inspired to push beyond difficult moments and achieve your goals. Find a trainer whose schedule is aligned with your own, so that they are there when you need them and you can attain success together.

Set Goals

Talk with your personal trainer about your goals and work together to achieve them. While it is easy to say “I want to lose 20 pounds” or “I want to have 20” biceps” developing your goals with your personal trainer will ensure you have realistic expectations. Setting clear goals aids in personal motivation and helps to create a roadmap for a trainer to guide you in reaching those goals. Creating both long term and short term goals is ideal, as having a goal that you reach every two or three weeks will help keep you on track and motivated to continue.