Let’s break down the different types of personal trainers, common mistakes people make when self-training, and how to create an effective workout plan.
Benefits of hiring a personal trainer
The best way to improve your fitness is to hire a personal trainer. They provide you with a personalised workout plan tailored to your specific goals and abilities and hold you accountable for sticking to it.
- Personalised Workouts: set to your goals, availability, fitness level and medical history.
- Accountability: trainers provide a level of accountability that can help you stay on track and reach your goals.
- Expertise: trainers bring a wealth of knowledge about exercise, nutrition, and overall health.
- Injury Prevention: trainers understand the techniques that avoid injury and know the body’s limitations.
- Variety: Trainers can help you stay motivated and prevent boredom with new exercises and workout styles.
- Progress Tracking: Trainers will track your progress and adjust your workout plan.
Common mistakes people make when self-training
Self-training can be a great way to get in shape, but it’s important to avoid making common mistakes that can set you back. People often make these mistakes when they train themselves:
- Not setting clear goals
- Not having a plan
- Overdoing it
- Neglecting proper form
- Not tracking progress
- Not being consistent
- Not listening to your body
- Not considering nutrition
Self-training can be fun and less expensive than hiring a trainer. However, if you don’t know much about health and fitness, have trouble sticking to routines, or get advice from people who aren’t experts, you could get hurt or not see the results you desire.
Combine Flex personal training and self-training
When it comes to the debate on personal training VS self-staining, the Old El Paso commercials said it best! “Porque no los dos?”
Translation: Why Not Both
Managing your own fitness can be a cost-effective and flexible way to achieve your fitness goals. Nevertheless, having a personal trainer, even briefly throughout the week, can guide your self-training.
A good middle ground is group classes if you enjoy the guidance and motivation of a personal trainer but not the price tag. Download the Flex App to see all the local group sessions for various fitness options. The App offers reduced class rates as more people join the class!
John Smith
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