Personal Training
Personal training in recent years is no longer for the rich and famous but available to anyone who wants to maximise the time they spend training to get the most of out of the minutes.
Due to the booming popularity of personal training the industry has seen a lot of cowboys come on the scene, claiming to be personal trainers with no more than a basic gym or studio qualification.
Personal training done properly should see the instructor have the ability to consult with the client and listen for the messages of “what they want” and interpreting “what they need” if the trainer has listened properly and asked all the right questions they should then be able to devise a personal program for the client including exercises and activities they enjoy and feel motivated by it should be geared towards the client achieving their goals “what they want” but should also address “what they need” by maybe addressing some postural issues or weak injury history areas, but this should never be at the expense of the clients goals.
Is it for you?
Personal training is for anyone with an interest in staying fit and healthy or reinstating fitness and health after suffering illness or injury.
More and more of us are recognising we need to do some form of activity or exercise to combat the stresses of life and to break the very sedentary patterns most people are forced to live.
Having made time to exercise commonly little or no help is on hand to guide you through what you should be doing and how best to use the time to achieve your goals.
A personal trainer should be fully qualified and able to help with
Weight Loss, Nutritional Advice, lifestyle advice, Injury rehab, postural weaknesses, Flexibilty, sports specific strength and conditioning, Progressive programming (pitched at clients current ability).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need exercise experience to have a personal trainer?
Not at all your personal trainer will write a program tailored to your fitness and experience level and teach you all exercise technique in advance.
How often should I see a personal trainer?
Once a week is the most common approach with your trainer giving you homework between sessions, however its not uncommon for clients to see a personal trainer upto 5 times a week. This can be discussed at your consultation and advice can be best given on your circumstances and goals.
I am just recovering from an injury can a personal trainer help?
Of course your trainer can liaise with your doctor, Phyiso, Surgeon or consultant and agree the best exercise plan to help you fully recover safely, quickly and effectively. Even if your Post natal or just recovering from a basic injury your trainer can write a plan that best suits you.
Isn’t Personal training expensive and only for the rich and famous?
Not at all this is totally a myth more and more people are using trainers now to make their workout time efficient, safe and effective, normally the savings made by the trainer on lifestyle and nutrition advice will see you saving more than the cost of the trainer. Speak to a Trojan trainer and discuss your budget for advice on best how to employ your trainer.
I don’t have a gym membership?
Don’t worry a good personal trainer can train you just as effectively at home by bringing along some basic equipment, some trainers will have a deal with a gym and they can gain you access at no extra cost, or you can train outside in a local park. The options are endless so don’t be put off by this speak to a Trojan trainer to see what is available to you.