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Having more than 10-years experience working in the fitness industry as a trainer and coach, I know that many believe paying for personal training sessions is exclusively the preserve of unmotivated beginners. But what about the highly<\/em> motivated beginner? Or advanced yet unmotivated gym-goer? How about the powerlifting athlete keen to learn technique pointers, in search of an improved clean and press? Or the bodybuilder in need of expert help to optimise growth and recovery? What about the trainee that has a medical issue or a learning disability, but doesn\u2019t want this to prevent a workout?<\/p>\n Everyone can benefit from the guidance a trainer brings, no matter what your level of ability. Even experienced athletes can learn something new from another high-level athlete or trainer. After all, this is the beauty of the industry \u2013 there is no, one-size-fits-all approach, and we are all able to continually learn through our own experiences, peers and advancements in science. Allow me to take you through the main benefits paramount to personal training sessions, regardless of how experienced you are.<\/p>\n Yes, yes, it\u2019s a bit of a clich\u00e9 \u2013 and I\u2019m by no means a trainer that bounces around giving high fives and free hugs \u2013 but, if you\u2019ve invested your hard-earned money for a good trainer, you\u2019ll be more inclined to get down the gym, no matter how dark and depressing the weather is outside. We all have those days \u2013 when we return from work, sit down with a coffee and could quite happily doze in front of the television \u2013 but our fitness goals won\u2019t get any closer if this keeps happening. If you know there\u2019s a trainer at the gym waiting for you, it may keep you motivated for longer. Plus, if the thought process has been taken off your hands \u2013 or head \u2013 around things like diet, whether you\u2019re improving and the suitability of a programme, this might clear your head to allow more focus on the session itself; safe in the knowledge you\u2019re being supported by a professional.<\/p>\n I have so many people tell me they often go to the gym with good intentions but don\u2019t really know what to do or how to do it, and ultimately become demotivated and leave \u2013 thus not adhering to a fitness plan and not achieving the results they crave. A personal trainer or a professional tailored programme is custom-built for such a scenario.<\/p>\n How many people do you know with a rotator cuff injury or a sore lower back as a result of the gym? All of this may have been avoided if the trainee had sought some advice either prior to exercise when it started to niggle or had a PT assess their form. Many don\u2019t like asking for advice in gym environments, but please take advantage. Yes, trainers can vary in ability, but should you approach a trainer you trust or that comes recommended, this may prevent injury or progress your training to entirely new levels.<\/p>\n To test exactly how effective the guidance of a personal trainer can be, try performing a session on your own, then complete the same routine the following week with a PT. Irrespective of how hard you think you trained first time around, you\u2019ll no doubt experience a whole new level of intensity. Why? Because we all push ourselves that little bit harder when competing with or being motivated by someone else. It\u2019s more mental than it is physical, and can improve performance by anything up to 50%.<\/p>\n You only need log on to Instagram to see that, these days, everyone is a coach or trainer \u2013 or at least they claim to be. They\u2019ll even offer an exercise programme, yours for a single, small, standalone payment. But just because someone looks good in a pair of Speedos, it does not necessarily mean they know how to get you results.<\/p>\n If you are looking for a trainer or coach, I would strongly advise you scour the web and the local area for a professional with experience and proven track record. Sure, they might have a great physique, but they should also be able to provide a long list of successful clients and\/or reviews, to back it up.<\/p>\n PT and coaching have a wide spectrum of benefits for all levels, so long as you do your research. Fitness is not binary \u2013 it is slightly different for each individual \u2013 so whether you prefer to train alone, with a partner or a qualified instructor, just be sure to keep progressing towards your goals.<\/p>\nMotivation.<\/h3>\n
Technique and Injury Prevention.<\/h3>\n
Optimal Intense Sessions.<\/h3>\n
Qualifications\/Experience.<\/h3>\n