Caroline and I have been talking about doing a post on personal trainers – finding the right one, the benefits, etc. for awhile now, so I was pleased when I logged onto one of our blogging friends sites (Girl get Strong) to find this article on Tips for Finding the Right Personal Trainer: http://girlgetstrong.com/2010/01/28/13-tips-on-finding-the-right-personal-trainer-for-you/. I agree with everything on their list.
I’ve been working Devin at Kalev training for two years now and I consider myself extremely lucky to have found a trainer that I work so well with. The right trainer takes the time to find out what motivates you and then pushes that button to KEEP you motivated and going strong. They also know your strengths and your weaknesses and exactly how hard they can and should push you so that you achive your goals, stay motivated and don’t hurt yourself in the process!
A good trainer also becomes your biggest cheerleader. This is one of my favourite things about working with Devin – knowing that whatever crazy race I decide I want to do he’ll be there to support me and to prepare me for it. I also like knowing that whenever I throw out the “hey – do you think I can do this?” question in relation to a race I’ll get a “yeah you can!” in response. Followed by a training plan that ensures that I do.
Looking back over the past 2 years I know that I would not have accomplished what I have without Devin’s advice, support and kick-butt workouts along the way. So if you’re looking to achieve some fitness and/or weight loss goals consider consulting with a trainer. Check out the tips at the link above and find someone that you connect with and enjoy working with. It’s well worth the effort!
on Feb 2nd, 2010 at 7:38 pm
I love to read positive testimonials like this one. Finding the right trainer can be very challenging, especially if you look for one at a commercial fitness club. Even if your lucky enough to find the right one, they’ll probably have found employment elsewhere the next week with the trainer turnover rates at those places. I am a trainer myself and I am sometimes amazed at the loyalty that clients show us. I hope we’re worth it.
on Feb 2nd, 2010 at 11:36 pm
Thanks for commenting! From the client perspective trainers are absolutely worth it when you find the right one. It has to be a good fit, but having worked with the same trainer for 2 years now I can say it’s well worth the investment.