Is it worth me hiring a personal trainer?

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  • Sam_I_Am77
    Sam_I_Am77 Posts: 2,093 Member
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    ninerbuff wrote: »
    If it were just for running, I personally would just check your form and give you the advice for free. Running (unless you're a competitive track runner) doesn't need much coaching since people are going to have gaits that even the most focused people won't be able to change much due to habit and repetition.
    As many have said, trainers are usually more for physique improvement. I will say that I have lots of clients I only meet with once a month to work with on a new program.

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    Niner makes some really good points there. The only thing I would say is that if you can find a trainer that has a "Performance Enhancement Specialist" certification then they will be even more familiar with running form and can prescribe some exercises that are more geared towards running posture and form.
  • JessicaEPope
    JessicaEPope Posts: 88 Member
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    Thanks for everybodys input, I appreciate it!
    I think I will have my free session to see how I feel about it, see if they write up a plan for me and see if they can help me with other things such as leg strength (to prevent a dodgy knee from getting hurt my running) and maybe ask a few vanity based questions on what other things i can be doing at the gym when i dont want to run that day.

    I'll ask around a few people I know from the gym to see if anyone has recommendations!

    Thanks
  • Sarahliquid
    Sarahliquid Posts: 201 Member
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    Just pick the hottest one, it will provide extra motivation :)
  • SideSteel
    SideSteel Posts: 11,068 Member
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    It depends on the trainer and the client.














    Man that was kind of a useless answer on my part...
  • BenCham
    BenCham Posts: 2
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    Definately worth it. But i would see how they treat other clients if you can. Hang around at the gym while they train someone. Once a month isn't usually enough to make a huge difference though. At least if you can afford it you should go for once a week. So they can constantly check you progress and make changes to the workout plan accordingly.
  • knittnponder
    knittnponder Posts: 1,954 Member
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    I had two sessions with a trainer and wish I could do more. I got them because I lift and wanted to make sure my form was good for the exercises I do. While I found that my form was pretty good, what I didn't realize was just how much weight I could move! My trainer verified my form and then she pushed me to see what I could do. It liberated me and I have been pushing it ever since.

    We have friends who happen to be trainers too and they've come and worked with us a little bit. I've found their input to be invaluable for my husband and they both offered me suggestions and tweaks that have helped greatly too. I guess it would depend on your goals in if you feel you need help reaching them.
  • JessMcD86
    JessMcD86 Posts: 12
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    Sarahliquid wrote: »
    Just pick the hottest one, it will provide extra motivation :)

    ^^ Ha ha ha!!!!!
  • dbmata
    dbmata Posts: 12,950 Member
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    A good trainer is an invaluable investment in your health, well being, and performance.

    A lot of people choose not to invest in themselves. YMMV.
  • tomatoey
    tomatoey Posts: 5,446 Member
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    I would not accept an 'invitation' to train from just any trainer roaming on the floor. Definitely get a recommendation and ask if they're equipped (trained) to handle people with dodgy knees.
  • Makterbro
    Makterbro Posts: 101 Member
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    Yes. Yes. Yes.
    Trainers help you push yourself and they teach you tons of exercises that you can continue to do even after you stop training with them.

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