Is it worth getting a personal trainer?

monica_823
monica_823 Posts: 12 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Hi everyone - I am 33 years old and about 25-30 lbs over my ideal/goal weight. I find it very hard to stick with my goals when it comes to diet and going to the gym. I have never used a personal trainer but I would like to know if it's worth it from peoples experiences. If so, where is the best place to find one? Is there an app for that? Like an Uber for personal trainers?

Thanks everyone!

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  • bellabonbons
    bellabonbons Posts: 705 Member
    Actually, yes, you get so much more working out with a personal trainer. I have used one for a few years often on. But make sure they're certified in personal training or it's not worth it. Educated and certified personal trainers are awesome.
  • monica_823
    monica_823 Posts: 12 Member
    Thank you so much!

    How did you find your trainer? I found this app on the app store where you can message trainers and decide when/where to workout; it's called LokaTrain. But I don't see many trainers here in Dallas where I am:( (changed my location to NYC and they have a ton of trainers and cheap group workouts; lucky them!).
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,989 Member
    Many gyms will allow you to pay for personal training without joining a gym. It's important however to make sure that you pick a trainer who's experienced. I've been doing it for almost 20 years and have the highest client count in my gym due to it. I have a good mixture of young and old, athletic and not and obese as well as those trying to gain weight. If they are certified through a major organization (like ACE) their profile should be available to view on that site.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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  • hiyomi
    hiyomi Posts: 906 Member
    Yes! I've had a personal trainer before and the results were a lot better when I had one versus to when I didn't.
  • fishgutzy
    fishgutzy Posts: 2,807 Member
    The right personal trainer will help kick start your use of the weight room. Proper technique and developing routines and sequences. And ensuring you don't hurt yourself by doing too much too soon.
    And good personal trainer are going to yell at you or berate you like one can see on Biggest Loser.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,989 Member
    fishgutzy wrote: »
    And good personal trainer are going to yell at you or berate you like one can see on Biggest Loser.
    Disagree. There's no need to yell to provide encouragement or inspire them to do better. And berating may work for some, but to use it as a form of motivation usually isn't conducive to creating a self confidence in someone who lacks it. You attract more bees with honey than vinegar.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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  • monica_823
    monica_823 Posts: 12 Member
    Really really appreciate everyone's feedback! I actually have a gym in my building.

    Is there any other app where I can contact trainers other than LokaTrain? I only see two trainers in Dallas on LokaTrain; will contact them to see if they are a good fit but was just wondering if anyone knew of any other app. Thanks again!!
  • joncooper1980
    joncooper1980 Posts: 96 Member
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    Disagree. There's no need to yell to provide encouragement or inspire them to do better. And berating may work for some, but to use it as a form of motivation usually isn't conducive to creating a self confidence in someone who lacks it. You attract more bees with honey than vinegar.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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    You sound like a great trainer. Not some guy with a diploma earned over a 6 week course.

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