How much to pay for a Personal Trainer?

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  • fishgutzy
    fishgutzy Posts: 2,807 Member
    Lots of good points being made.
    I found that using the right personal trainer was necessary to kick start a more active fitness routine. I had stagnated for 6 months at ~30# lost.
    I found MFP, started tracking and started working with a trainer. The trainer got me using more free weights and very few fixed pivot/arm machines.
    I started enjoying my workouts more and saw results more quickly. I learned proper form as well.
    I have built on what I learned from the trainer to further expand what I do.
    A trainer may not be for everyone. But I have never heard anyone regret hiring a good trainer. Bad ones? yes. That's why long term contracts suck. You can get stuck paying for a trainer that doesn't work for you.
    And never hire a trainer whose mantra is "No Pain, No Gain." He/she will do more harm than good.
  • CoffeeLush
    CoffeeLush Posts: 46 Member
    I feel like I need a personal trainer to help me with my goals...to lose weight safely and tone my body and not be a floppy mess. He gave me some great insight and we seem to be compatible within the 30 mins. He sat down with me and asked me a whole lot of questions to get to know me better and from there he can assess what I need to work on. Thanks everyone...i still have to decide to either use that money on a personal trainer or shoes. ^_^ LOL

    If the shoes are the determining factor, you can look at it this way: a one year hiatus on shoes will be so worth it when you are able to rock those heels like no other in a killer dress. :-D
  • kimdyj
    kimdyj Posts: 224 Member
    Look at other offers in the area, tell them that you're looking at other offers in the area. Some personal trainers adjust their rates. What are the services offered to you for this amount? Just meeting once a week?

    He is also offering unlimited group training for a variety of workout such as P90X, Tabata, Les Mills, and Max Burn (which is not included in my gym membership). I meet with him once a week but have the option to do the group training throughout the week.
  • kimdyj
    kimdyj Posts: 224 Member
    Training rates vary drastically based on geographic location. My area, which is about 40 min outside of Philly, tends to be around 50-60 per session. So in that context, you're getting a deal. However, given the fact that most trainers in this industry are boobs, I'd be very hesitant to lock into one for a year without certainty of them being legit.

    You have to trial trainers to figure out if a) they know what they're talking about and b) are you guys compatible. Good looks only go so far, lol.

    I wrote a piece that was well-received by a lot of folks about how to assess a trainer. I can send it to you if you'd like.
    Yes can you please send it to me? Thanks a bunch! He seems to know what he's talking about and if we're not compatible, he's giving me an option to find another trainer or buyout.
  • kimdyj
    kimdyj Posts: 224 Member
    My only issue is the binding 1 year contract. What if you get injured? What about vacations? You still have to pay even if you miss the time.
    At my Y it is $40/hr. Save $5 if you pay for 4 sessions at a time. No contracts. Meeting times are very flexible. No lock in. I like it that way.

    He told me if I am not able to make it that week, it will carry over and I will not miss any session. His meeting times are very flexible and since it's a 24/7 gym, he is willing to meet me outside of his scheduled hours. He also said if we're not compatible I have an option to choose a different trainer or buyout.
  • stroutman81
    stroutman81 Posts: 2,474 Member
    Training rates vary drastically based on geographic location. My area, which is about 40 min outside of Philly, tends to be around 50-60 per session. So in that context, you're getting a deal. However, given the fact that most trainers in this industry are boobs, I'd be very hesitant to lock into one for a year without certainty of them being legit.

    You have to trial trainers to figure out if a) they know what they're talking about and b) are you guys compatible. Good looks only go so far, lol.

    I wrote a piece that was well-received by a lot of folks about how to assess a trainer. I can send it to you if you'd like.
    Yes can you please send it to me? Thanks a bunch! He seems to know what he's talking about and if we're not compatible, he's giving me an option to find another trainer or buyout.

    http://body-improvements.com/articles/industry-articles/

    Part 3 most notably.
  • micheleb15
    micheleb15 Posts: 1,418 Member
    Training rates vary drastically based on geographic location. My area, which is about 40 min outside of Philly, tends to be around 50-60 per session. So in that context, you're getting a deal. However, given the fact that most trainers in this industry are boobs, I'd be very hesitant to lock into one for a year without certainty of them being legit.

    You have to trial trainers to figure out if a) they know what they're talking about and b) are you guys compatible. Good looks only go so far, lol.

    I wrote a piece that was well-received by a lot of folks about how to assess a trainer. I can send it to you if you'd like.
    Yes can you please send it to me? Thanks a bunch! He seems to know what he's talking about and if we're not compatible, he's giving me an option to find another trainer or buyout.

    Make sure that is written in the contract you sign. Always get it in writing.
  • 212019156
    212019156 Posts: 341 Member
    Be very careful choosing your trainer. Just because they are certified does not mean jack. Find someone who has a kinesology degree and preferably has been a trainer for a sports team. A bad trainer can cause you lots of problems.
  • Alissakae
    Alissakae Posts: 317 Member
    When I first decided to try a trainer last August, I started with 6 sessions spread out over 3 months. It went great so I then went for the cheaper-per-session and get-me-committed package of 50 sessions. For this I pay $129 per month (weekly hour-long sessions with the trainer, I then do the workout he gives me on my own two more times during the week between our sessions). I feel it has been worth every penny because he has pushed me to work harder than I would ever do on my own, has taught me to use the equipment and how to properly do lots of exercises, and in addition to losing weight I am stronger now (as a grandma) than I have ever been in my life).
  • kimdyj
    kimdyj Posts: 224 Member
    Training rates vary drastically based on geographic location. My area, which is about 40 min outside of Philly, tends to be around 50-60 per session. So in that context, you're getting a deal. However, given the fact that most trainers in this industry are boobs, I'd be very hesitant to lock into one for a year without certainty of them being legit.

    You have to trial trainers to figure out if a) they know what they're talking about and b) are you guys compatible. Good looks only go so far, lol.

    I wrote a piece that was well-received by a lot of folks about how to assess a trainer. I can send it to you if you'd like.
    Yes can you please send it to me? Thanks a bunch! He seems to know what he's talking about and if we're not compatible, he's giving me an option to find another trainer or buyout.

    http://body-improvements.com/articles/industry-articles/

    Part 3 most notably.
    Great article!

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