Getting a trainer yay or nay?

I just got one and he is great so far. He seems knowledgeable.

Oh and one other thing. Not sure of what your 3x cardio is but a trainer might show you other ways to get your cardio in and help you with other areas. My trainer knew I did Spinning, so they through in Yoga and I couldn’t believe how hard it was to get thru the class because I was using different muscles. Just a thought.

I’d do some interviewing. Had previously joined a national brand gym that “gave” a free consultation to new members. Guy I talked with was so full of bro-science bull shrimp I knew he was full of crapola even before I had learned anything about weight management or fitness.

Eventually worked with a trainer for a while at another location who was great, used science to back recommendations and taught me a good bit about form and prioritizing activity based on my goals.

Can be great, but use major caution. More should-be used car salespeople than in car sales by %. Good ones are great, and unfortunately rare.

I used one when I first started to get knowledge about eating, how to keep food diary, and above all set up a fitness plan to reach my goals. I had no idea about incorporating weight lifting and how important it was to get cardio as many days a week as possible. If you think you need it, then go for it. You can probably do a couple sessions for free or at least speak to one for free first and see if it'll be right for you.

For me personally, i go to fitness classes at my gym. They're taught by certified teachers who are knowledgeable in their areas. Missy importantly, when i have questions - they answer! They also push me in classes to do the next set and to gave the next move pre planned - i don't waste time or mental energy on coming up with my workout.

Bike set right for cycle? Sure. Why's my knee hurt 8 miles in? Check my feet. Why's down dog so flipping hard? Adjust your hands. Why isn't my squat getting my glutes? Adjust my gaze and look up more... i could go on and on.

My teachers all want to help. They want me to succeed and be safe. The only reason i would get a trainer is if i wanted specific goals met other than general fitness/ well-being.

That said, i know that not all teachers and gyms are created equal. But I've had a good experience with my Y and I've been a member almost 10 years.

Really depends on you and what benefit you're looking for.

When I started working with a trainer it was because I wanted to incorporate Olympic lifting into my workouts and become more proficient in them...I also was looking for better overall athleticism and to be a better cyclist and to take my fitness beyond what it was (which was pretty good).

I loved working with my trainer...all of his clients do Olympic lifting and he trains a lot of high end amateur athletes, as well as a number of professional athletes and Joe Shmoes like me...I was in pretty good shape going in, but he took things to another level and showed me a gear that I didn't know I had.

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I workout 3xs a week cardio and weight training. My Dad was a hardcore body builder when I was growing up so I know about proper form etc but wondering if having a trainer would be beneficial to me or just stick to doing my own thing. Opinions welcome.

I hired a trainer in the beginning because I was clueless. I learned a lot in our 5 sessions and decided to give it a go alone for a bit. I told myself that if I felt stuck or confused then I would hire him again. I managed to lose 75 pounds on my own. I took what I learned from him, read up on form and different workouts and it all worked out! If you feel like you aren't making progress or you're unsure of what to do then I would hire someone. Otherwise, you can probably do it on your own!