We’ve all been there. The swearing to start on Monday, the dragging ourselves to the gym (that we overpay for and underuse) before losing motivation and vowing to try again next Monday. The road to fitness and an overall improved sense of health and wellbeing can be a tough one, particularly when tackling it alone. Online forums, blogs and advice columns can all help assist in putting us on the track to health, but there is one method that is foolproof – investing in a personal trainer.
Gym intimidation is real. Novices or even intermediate gym-goers often feel overwhelmed in creating the best program for themselves, are unsure how to use the machines correctly and can feel daunted by seemingly ‘fitter’ people within their surroundings.
Investing in a personal trainer allows you to alleviate yourself from self-pressure and self-consciousness. There are 5 main reasons why getting help from a professional will firmly set you on the path to achieving your health and fitness goals.
Guidance
We all know how to work a treadmill, and some even a rowing machine. But how many people actually know which way to sit on weight machines or the correct way to stand when doing squats? A personal trainer is qualified and knows how to perform the exercises to achieve maximum results. Rather than sweating and injuring yourself by performing something incorrectly, guidance will be provided to coach you in to working smarter, not harder.
Focus shift
Many people dread training and find countless excuses not to bother. A personal trainer will give you the drive to go as you will have someone to remind you why you are there, and after all, exercising is always best done with a companion. A dedicated program also aids the determination to succeed and achieve results.
Confidence
Trying something new can bring on feelings of anxiety. Commencing a training program with a personal trainer means that someone is cheering you and supporting you from the commencement of your program, until the closure.
Utilizing a personal trainer not only guarantees results, it also guarantees that your confidence will be lifted. It’s time to begin the journey to becoming the best version of your (healthy) self.
