Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of hiring a personal trainer?

There are many reasons why people hire personal trainers: motivation, safety, individualized instruction, effective workouts, increased confidence, sport-specific training, injury rehabilitation, improved technique, and learning new skills!

A personal trainer designs a specialized workout program catered to your fitness level, strengths, and background. You will not have to worry about what exercises are best for which body part and you will be taught the proper way to perform each exercise. A personal trainer will continue to vary up your workout routines so you will continue to build strength, lose weight, and improve your health.

What do I need to know before hiring a Personal Trainer?

You want to find a personal trainer that has a certification from a nationally accredited institution such as American Council on Exercise, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, National Academy of Sports Medicine, etc.

The best way to know if a particular personal trainer is a right match for you is to meet with him/her and see how your personalities fit. It is best to not just have a meeting to discuss goals, but you should also have a workout to experience their training style and determine if that is what you are looking for in your trainer.

What does your initial session consist of?

During the first meeting with your Personal Trainer, you will discuss goals, fitness levels, your background, and any questions, comments, or concerns. A review of your health history will be discussed as well as policies with scheduling and cancellations. An introductory workout should be conducted to see the style of the trainer, and for the trainer to assess the client.

What is the cost of hiring a personal trainer?

This is the most widely asked question, and for very good reasons. You may have already spent a good amount of money on gym memberships that you did not take advantage of, gym equipment sitting in your closet, or DVDs promising you the world. The average cost of a personal trainer ranges from $35 - $100 per session.

How often should I work with a personal trainer?

Choosing how many days a week you should work with a trainer depends on how much you will be training on your own. To gain benefits from exercising, one should engage in approximately 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity.

When should I start to see results?

This all depends on how much effort you put in. You may only see your trainer 1-3 hours a week, but what you are doing when you are NOT with him/her will make or break you. What you are fueling your body with can be more important than the physical activity that you are doing. The closer you follow the exercise and nutritional regime ad lifestyle developed by you and your trainer, the fastest you will see results. Typically, results start to be noticed within the first three weeks of starting a new plan.

Do all personal trainers provide clients with nutritional plans?

Only trainers that are certified in nutrition should be giving out meal/diet plans.