Personal trainers...

[LadyFunkenstein]

does anyone have one, know one, or are you one? I am thinking of hiring one, and wonder what is the sort of thing one looks for in making a decision about this.

 

[Ham Murabi]

I don't have a personal trainer, but I was playing Monopoly one time and bought all four railroads.

 

[SBroadB9]

Long ago, in another life, I had one for awhile. You need to find one who first knows what he/she is talking about (a lot of them don't really know much about exercise mechanics, nutrition, etc.) and second, one who is pretty tough on you.
I only used one for about 3 months. It was a company benefit that didn't last long. I did learn a lot in that short time, though.

 

[LadyFunkenstein]

Good to know.

One month of going out to dinner every night and I am noticing a physical deterioration.

Plus, it will give me something to do.

 

[MakersandIce]

Tazzie Colomb if you're interested in working out on the Gulf Coast.

 

[Acanthus]

Ive always wanted a hot female personal trainer to hit on.

I hate working out though, also im a broke college kid.

 

[SBroadB9]

Good to know.

One month of going out to dinner every night and I am noticing a physical deterioration.

Plus, it will give me something to do.

Hah, tell me about that! I am always traveling myself. Plus, broke my exercise bike and can't fix it, and also hurt my knee (old football injury flared up), so I haven't worked out in 3 weeks or so. After tomorrow, I need to get serious about working out again.

 

[Beco]

does anyone have one, know one, or are you one? I am thinking of hiring one, and wonder what is the sort of thing one looks for in making a decision about this.

I'm not a personal trainer but I play one on TV.....

 

[Citra]

does anyone have one, know one, or are you one? I am thinking of hiring one, and wonder what is the sort of thing one looks for in making a decision about this.

Good thread there hun. I wish to have one too (someday).

 

[clutch1]

Personal trainers are only good for about two weeks.After that its just a waist of money.
Go in tell him what your goals are he or she will show you what you have to do.
Unless you are severely unmotivated then just knowing you have a appointment with them and they will charge you regardless will get your ass in the gym.

 

[LadyFunkenstein]

Personal trainers are only good for about two weeks.After that its just a waist of money.
Go in tell him what your goals are he or she will show you what you have to do.
Unless you are severely unmotivated then just knowing you have a appointment with them and they will charge you regardless will get your ass in the gym.

You are making sense here, in terms of them showing me what I need to do. and from there, either I do it or I dont.

 

[alisonwunderlnd]

There is a HOTTTTTTT Personal Trainer at the gym that i wanted to join(but cant afford,,,UUGGHH)
sexy sexy man,,,,,Tall,lovely body,,,shaved head(mmeeeoow),,,the bluest eyes Ive ever seen.
Said in perfectly cultured London accent"I want to work your body so hard"
i want to have his babies,,,LOL

 

[HoHoBomb]

i have one and she is wonderful.

 

[capricious_chic]

I have used two, both were part of a perks package.

The first one tried to kill me. She was very new, fresh from college and ready to implement all of her knowledge. She didn't take the time to get to know me or how my body worked. I requested someone else.

The second did a more in depth physical than I've ever gotten at the doctors office. I did learn much about how my body worked and the best ways to make it work better. I also learned how to use some of the machines that I wouldn't have tackled on my own as well as use the machines better that I thought I did know how to use. Once we set up a routine that worked for me and I felt good about (took about 2 months) I discontinued services. Plus, it was difficult for me to keep the scheduled appointments because I work nights which he understood and knew that we were working for something that I could do on my own at a more convenient time for my life schedule.

Look for someone that works well with your personality - some people need a push, some people need motivation, some people just need instruction. Look for someone that takes the time to see how you work before throwing you into a routine that may or may not work for you and could actually do damage. It's like finding a doctor - most are pretty good, but you have to find the one that you can relate to and you feel comfortable that they are looking out for your best interests.

 

[Cheyenne]

Do you have a YMCA near you? Ask if they have a "Commit to be Fit" program. It's 12 weeks (or more) of a personal trainer working with you. For free, once you pay your Y membership fees.

 

[letzplay]

I use to train before I began modeling and now started my own business. But pm me and I'll give you all the info you need to know.

 

[Guest]

does anyone have one, know one, or are you one? I am thinking of hiring one, and wonder what is the sort of thing one looks for in making a decision about this.

IMHO, the same qualities you look for in a friend + knowledgeability in the area you need. Whether you're doing bodybuilding, T&T, fat loss, or cardiovascular trining, your personal trainer should be knowledgeable in that area and be able to help you formulate an action plan.

Plus, you need somebody who can communicate that information to you in terms you understand and identify with. Your trainer is kind of your personal cheerleader. You have to be comfortable with them and enjoy their company (even if you do feel like they're torturing you). Otherwise you'll think of them as a slave driver and find excuses to avoid training sessions.

 

[LadyFunkenstein]

Thanks for all of the advice folks.

What do these folks charge typcically?

 

[Trinique_Fire]

does anyone have one, know one, or are you one? I am thinking of hiring one, and wonder what is the sort of thing one looks for in making a decision about this.

I know one.

[hijack=me] hi sexay!!!! [/hijack]

 

[Beco]

Thanks for all of the advice folks.

What do these folks charge typcically?

$60-120 an hour, depends on your area

 

[LadyFunkenstein]

NYC, so I assume the upper end.

Maybe, as someone suggested, I should have one for a month or so to show me what to do. I am trying to sculpt; I have decided I need my body to look tight like Madonna.

 

[Cheyenne]

Thanks for all of the advice folks.

What do these folks charge typcically?

Free for the program at the YMCA!!!

 

[LadyFunkenstein]

Free for the program at the YMCA!!!

My local Y doesn't impress me much.

 

[Killswitch]

Just stay outof the cycle of eating the food thats easy to eat and order when living on the road LF.

Its hard, but it can be done.

Eat wisely, indulge now and then and take advantage of the excersise rooms most decent hotels have.

You dont need or want a PT. Plus you are on the road alot and couldnt schedule it to make it worth your while.

Happy Thanksgiving.

 

[Killswitch]

And eating at the "Y" while coming with risk, has no calories.

lol