My first meeting with a trainer tonight!

asizesix
asizesix Posts: 131 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Meeting with a trainer for the first time ever! It's just a consultation - to see if we're a good fit and what type of program would work well for me. I'm nervous for some reason!?!

Is there anything in particular I should be asking her?

Also what have your experiences been like working with trainers? I will be in a gym setting working on strength mostly....hoping to get from a size 12 in jeans to an 8 within the next 3 months... is this realistic??

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  • JessicaBowlby
    JessicaBowlby Posts: 14 Member
    12 to 8 is definitely doable in three months. You're not necessarily going to lose the pounds, but the inches can melt away. I always suggest telling them what it is you want. "Tone up, lose weight, etc." Tell them WHY you want to make the changes. Make sure your why is passionate to you. The more you care about your why the more likely you are to stick with it. - I learned this with Beachbody. Also, ask for suggestions of what you can do at home in the meantime, some trainer (most I've worked with) are knowledgable of nutrition, so that's a good question too. Their suggestions on carbs, calories, and fats (those were focal points with my trainers). Let them know that you're dedicated and need pushed. I had a trainer that was too gentle with me; I needed to be pushed when I worked. I didn't need to be convinced to do, I needed to be forced to do. Especially on my lazy days. They don't have to get mean and insulting, but whatever will push you, let them know what works for you. :o)
  • SMarie10
    SMarie10 Posts: 956 Member
    I've had three trainers in three years - the two previous left for other jobs, but I've learned something new and different from each of them. My current trainer and I don't have the same rapport as I had with the others, but I really feel he's provided me the best routine and most progress of any.

    I think it's important that you let your trainer know your limitations (like if you have bad knees) and what areas you want to work on. You shouldn't do just weights - in fact, most of the time I work with my trainer we use alternative equipment (kettle bells, medicine balls or just body weight) vs. machines. Don't be worried about saying to them that you want to have a trial period and if you're not happy move on - there are lots of trainers out there and you have to find the right person to work with or you're wasting your money.

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