On the heels of Monday’s post about my awesome experience with a personal trainer thanks to an amazing surprise from Kohl’s, I thought I’d share some of the reasons I believe having a personal trainer, even for a short time, was so amazing!
Let’s face it, paying for a trainer’s time and attention is expensive!
For those of you, like myself, who are frugal to the core and can’t stand to part with so much money when we have so many free resources right at our fingertips, I may never convince you.
However, if you have been flirting with the idea and just haven’t been able to commit…
Here are some amazing benefits that I don’t think you can get without the commitment and personal attention of a personal trainer.
4 Reasons You Might Want To Fork Out the Money for a Personal Trainer
Real-Time Form Correction
A personal trainer will demonstrate, explain, and make changes until you have the correct form and are the most effective with your workout. This prevents injury, uncertainty, and makes sure you are getting the most of your workout.
I would guess I only reached about 80% effectiveness while doing workout videos on my own. They would present something new and I would miss some time trying to get the hang of it and still have no idea if I was doing it right. Not too long into my training sessions I noticed how much more confident I was in my form. I was checking myself and adjusting without thinking about it.
Who wants to put in the work and not know of they are getting the most out of their efforts?
Accountability
Working with a trainer gives you a set schedule to stick to. You meet with them at certain times, they often give you some things to work on on your own, and they’ll ask about your eating habits. All this gives you the accountability to stick to your goals.
I’m not going to say I didn’t have slip ups with my eating habits, but if my trainer said she hoped I got in two workouts before our next meeting, regardless of the kids’ toys and actually children running around me, you better bet I made it happen!
There are ways to keep yourself accountable on your own, but having a person who you have to look in the eye and report to – someone who will see you struggle if you didn’t keep up with your workouts or fuel your body correctly – is the best way I can think of!
Assessment, Troubleshooting, and Personalized Goals
Sure, you can hop on the scale and wrap a tape measure around yourself, but trainers can often assess your progress far beyond that. They can often tell you your body composition, administer fit tests, and help recognize where progress is being made. This helps you to recognize small victories, feel successful, and stay motivated.
While working with my trainer, the scale moved 10lbs in 3 months. However, with other measurements, we found that I had also gained 10lbs of lean muscle and moved from the overweight category to moderately lean which sounds great to me!
Trainers have access to knowledge and tools that will help you stay on the right track. If something isn’t working, they are also there to troubleshoot and help you tweak your workouts, protein intake, diet, sleep, etc. so much better than you could do on your own.
Personal Investment in Your Success
Working with a trainer is such a personal thing. Weight loss or changing your body is such a personal thing. Any good trainer knows that there is more to it than telling you what to eat and how to do a push-up. Most enter the field because they have a passion for changing lives.
My trainer asked for my weakness without judgement and gave me small manageable goals and advice to help knock out those habits slowly.
When they put so much time and effort into helping you, you will want to give it your all and that personal connection will help you strive to honor their efforts.
What do you think? Is it worth the money?
Have you worked with a personal trainer? Would you like to work with a trainer?
It would be worth it if they came to my house and dragged me out of bed! Now that is accountability. All kidding aside. These are great points and worth looking into. Thanks!
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Haha! No kidding! I keep talking myself I’m going to start working out in the morning… And then I’m up commenting on blogs at 1am… 🙂
hahahah me too!
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I think accountability would be worth it for me!
It helps so much!
I think accountability would be my main reason. If someone is on you to get your rear end moving, you’re more likely to listen lol!
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Exactly! I knew she’d be checking on me! I’m a horrible liar so that wasn’t an option…
I’ve always wanted to hire a personal trainer but can’t seem to justify the cost.
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I hear ya! I probably never would have been ok with spending the money. Heck, I can’t even justify a gym membership when there are so many videos and home equipment you can use!
I’ve never had the luxury to work with a personal trainer as it is not in our budget. But I would love to try one day!
I never in a million years thought I’d get the chance either!
I think it would be great to work with a trainer. The accountability is a big factor and like you said performing the exercises appropriately. I have never used one nor have I ever walked into a gym! I just bought a NordicTrack and so far I am keeping myself accountable and the pounds are starting to shed! I am really happy. I am borderline obsessed with it now. I was afraid it was just going to be covered in clothing, but so far so good! I love that you had this opportunity! Thanks for sharing it with us!
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Thanks so much! It was amazing! Great job keeping it up on your own! My elliptical in the basement is definitely something that takes up more space than gets used regularly. :/
I would love to have a trainer. They would get me going in the right direction.
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It is definitely a great kickstart!
I think I am moving in this direction. For years I have been putting in lots of time on the treadmill and going to Zumba twice a week. While I love those and they are helping me lose weight for sure, I think I need more strength training–and that’s the kind of thing you really need a personal trainer to customize for you. Maybe after the summer when the kids go back to school!
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Yes! I told my trainer my goal was to be strong and gain muscle
Accountability would be the best reason for me to really invest in a personal trainer. I need that supportive and encouraging force to keep me focused (and honest). 🙂
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I had a personal trainer for years and years. But it has been a while. Now I do more group workouts. I do miss having a trainer after seeing your post.
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And I miss group classes! I used to have so much fun and I hope to get back to them when the kiddos are in school
This is really awesome. I would totally love to have a trainer one day.
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It’s something I never thought I’d have the opportunity to do!
Lately, I’ve been thinking more and more about getting a trainer. I think it’s a good way to get on track too. Plus you get to learn new exercises that work for you. I love the one on one help.
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It was such a great learning experience! My arsenal of workouts I can do is so much greater!
You can’t put a price on your health. I think a trainer can help motivate you and push you harder especially if your not seeing quick results. I wish I could workout. 🙁
So true! I keep trying to remind myself of this when I’m buying our food as well, sometimes it is t as important to save.
I need a personal trainer to keep my workouts regulated! I can push myself when I can actually get into the gym, it’s just a matter of showing up for me!
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I did enjoy having a personal trainer when I did have one. She was very motivating! But unless I can find one that focuses on pregnant ladies then I’m out of luck for the moment 😉
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