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April 30, 2024
- in personal training , solo show by allan
Hiring a personal trainer or online coach
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Introduction
On episode 640 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, we discuss hiring a personal trainer or online coach.
Episode Notes
Differences between Personal Trainers and Coaches
– Personal trainers provide face-to-face accountability and workout sessions at the gym
– Online coaches offer more holistic health and fitness support, including nutrition, sleep, and stress management
– Coaches provide more access and flexibility in training times and locations
Hiring a Trainer or Coach
– Coach Allan's struggle to find a personal trainer due to frequent travel
– His certification as a personal trainer and coach
– Factors to consider in choosing a trainer or coach: individual needs, goals, and budget
– Benefits of personalized training based on individual needs, goals, and budget
– The importance of personality and skill set alignment for the best fit
Transitioning from In-Person Training to Online Coaching
– Limitations of in-person training due to set hours and location
– The convenience and flexibility of working with an online coach
– The possibility of working out at one's convenience, even at early hours
– Finding a coach or personal trainer that fits one's goals, objectives, and needs
Patreons
The following listeners have sponsored this show by pledging on our Patreon Page:
| – Anne Lynch | – Ken McQuade | – Leigh Tanner |
| – Eliza Lamb | – John Dachauer | – Tim Alexander |
Thank you!
Another episode you may enjoy
April 8, 2016
- in personal training , solo show by julie
When to fire your personal trainer
Part of finding a good personal trainer is knowing when you need to fire a bad personal trainer. Though you may find a passionate trainer, he or she may not be the one for you. There are several reasons why you may want to fire your personal trainer.
The first reason to fire your trainer is if he or she is not listening to you. The trainer should be asking you specific questions so they are able to design a plan that will work for your unique situation. Did the trainer ask about your goals or concerns? These are conversations that need to take place early in the process so that the responses can be part of the solution. If they don’t know the real you, then they’re not the right fit for you.
The second reason to fire your trainer is if they are not talking to you. The trainer should be teaching you technique, not just counting reps, and then giving you verbal cues to help you progress faster. The trainer should also encourage you so that you should feel supported. Often times, the trainer may not be listening or talking to you. If so, it’s time to move on.
Sometimes trainers will ask for referrals before you’re seeing results. This is another area of concern. Though trainers need to continue to grow their client base, they should be focused on the results of their current clients first and asking for referrals later.
Eventually, all trainees should outgrow their trainers, as they have mastered their technique and the coaching is no longer necessary. At this point, the trainer can be fired, but only because the trainer has successfully done their job.
No matter the circumstances, when you know it’s time to fire your personal trainer, don’t be afraid to speak up. Request a new trainer or ask for a refund if you haven’t received an appropriate level of service. Remember, you are the client. It’s your body, your money, and your life. You deserve only the best personal trainer available, so don’t settle for anything less.
I've created a guide to help you evaluate a potential personal trainer.