It's the age of the personal trainer. Someone who can give you undivided time and attention, help you set and achieve your fitness goals and that too within your means. Everyone from movie stars to industrialists are going in for their very own fitness trainers to achieve that well-toned sculpted look.
However, on what basis should you choose your trainer? Find out more.
What to look for
Go for a certified and well-educated trainer:
Your personal trainer should be certified by some reputable fitness organization such as the American Council of Exercise (ACE), a widely known and respected certification body. The certification will give you the assurance that he/she is competent and will be able to give you a safe and effective workout. Apart from the degree and certificate see that he/she is well informed about fitness and stays in tune with new and upcoming trends in fitness. This will add greatly to your fitness schedule also.
Personality:
The attitude and personality of your trainer is important as he/she will play an instrumental role in motivating you. For this, your trainer should possess excellent communication skills and both of you should vibe well. Above all, your trainer should be able to convey the technical information in common parlance to help you understand and stay motivated.
Check track record:
There is no harm in talking to former clients of your trainer. Ask them how they benefited and if they had any complaints. This will boost your confidence in your trainer and training.
Check the rates:
Make sure that your trainer is charging competitive fees for service. It would be a good idea to compare rates with other trainers to be sure. Also figure out the timings and place of workout - your home or a health club.
What the trainer should do
Consider your health history
A good trainer should ask for your complete health history and your current health status before developing a fitness program for you. He / she may ask for previous illness or injuries or seek a go ahead from your doctor if you are taking any medication. You should always provide this information correctly for your own benefit.
Assess your fitness level
Before starting with the fitness routine, your trainer should find out your present physical fitness levels. This can be ascertained by asking about details like how much and how often you walk, jog, stretch, strength train etc.
Help you in setting goals
Your trainer should help you in setting your goals (both long term and short term). Discuss your fitness goals and aspirations with him/her and in consultation with him chart out a course that is realistic, practical and easily achievable. A good trainer will help you make a balanced plan for you keeping all aspects in view and will keep revising your goals from time to time considering your progress.
Finally, whether you go for a personal trainer or prefer to workout on your own is a decision that you alone can make depending on your fitness needs. However, if you do choose to have one make sure that your trainer develops a training program that includes cardio-respiratory training, strength training and flexibility training.
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