Comments on: Do You Use a Personal Trainer?

By: Tracey

Tracey — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 01:53:20 +0000

Thanks for the tip, Angie. I’m going to tell him about that. He still has an iPhone, so he could definitely get this app. I also love that it’s free.

By: Angie

Angie — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:55:30 +0000

I have worked out with a PT for nearly a year. The cost is about $30 a session or less if I do a 3 month or longer contract. I am lucky, he doesn’t charge me a fee to the gym (yet) and I get to go any time I want.

I have also used the (free) Fitbuilder app. for iPhone to make up my own workout routines. It’s nice because you can get instruction videos to show you how to perform the moves if you need it. And, for a little money you can upgrade the app. so you can print and send workout routines to friends. I think you might be able to access the app. using the Man’s iPad…not sure though.

By: katie

katie — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:35:10 +0000

i grew up w. a personal trainer and loved it!! i didnt know how lucky/blessed i was to have one until i came to college! He pushed me, but not TOO hard and not TOO less! it was great.

Nutr yeast=cheesy flavor? haha i dk! i like it tho girl!

By: Wren

Wren — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:17:55 +0000

I’d love to have a personal trainer, mainly so I’d have someone to keep me honest and going to the gym to avoid wasting money. However … I don’t have one because I don’t have the money to spend on one. It’s a dream, though. When I do get one, I want one who looks just like that guy in the photo you posted… heheh.

By: Stef

Stef — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:01:06 +0000

i definitely see the value in having a personal trainer, esp when you are first getting in to working out/ need to shake up your routine. that being said, i don’t think it’s necessary at all! you can totally have great workouts without one. i’ve been through physical therapy too and did a lot of training for gymnastics/swimming/water polo so i feel very comfortable with the weight room and diff types of cardio/plyo, etc so i opt not to have one and save the $ for workout clothes instead

By: Fit Chick in the City

Fit Chick in the City — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:49:43 +0000

Well, I’m not sure if my answer counts being as I am a personal trainer. However, if those are one hour sessions its a steal! Just make sure that the trainer is a good fit for him. There’s a difference between a good trainer and a trainer that’s good for a particular person. If you have any questions, please feel free to send me an email.

By: David

David — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:33:24 +0000

As you probably already know, I use a personal trainer right now and it’s been a wonderful experience for me. Granted, the cost will never be cheap (when I finish up this month, I’ll have spent almost $1500 over five months total) but I’ve been very pleased with the results I’ve seen. Mainly because I know that I would’ve had difficulty getting to this point on my own. Like you said, I never would’ve pushed myself as hard as I would’ve had someone not been sitting there waiting for me to finish 5 more reps. Plus, I’ve learned a lot as far as what exercises to do, how to put them together into circuits, how intense they should be, how to modify or substitute exercises, etc. Not only am I in better shape now but I feel smarter about having to go on my own again in a few weeks.

I think my trainer has been invaluable in getting me to the point I’m at now. It’ll just be up to me to keep it at a high level.

By: Diane Fit to the Finish

Diane Fit to the Finish — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:17:31 +0000

I can’t weigh in on this one because I’ve never used one. But I know lots of people who swear by them.

By: Amanda @ foxyburd

Amanda @ foxyburd — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:24:34 +0000

thats how much I charge, and I think I am worth it seriously though for that money you are not just getting their time and expertise, you are also paying for their 2-3 hours of tailoring an individual plan to your needs. I think once you are confident with your ability in the gym then you should totally try yourself to get access to programs via online resources or decent books. Rachel Cosgrove – The Female Body Breakthrough, or Alywn Cosgrove New Rules for Lifting (Men and Women)
Occasionally revisiting your trainer will be a good idea too. Hope this helps.

By: Tracey

Tracey — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:06:18 +0000

Dave, thanks for your tips. I’m actually inquiring about personal training for my husband, not myself. I’m still a bit leery about getting a personal trainer because of my knee injuries. I’ve seen too many trainers making their clients do exercises I know are horrible for the knees. And since I have a good deal of physical therapy exercises to do, I’m set. He, on the other hand, could use some guidance!