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Ever Thought About Becoming a Personal Trainer?

FitSugar — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:00:00 -0800

When you spend a lot of time at the gym, you get to know your way around. You learn how to use all the equipment, and you take classes or have sessions with a personal trainer to learn all the killer strength training moves. I'm wondering, after spending so much time becoming fit, have you ever thought about becoming a personal trainer or fitness instructor to inspire others to be strong and healthy?

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Fit Tip: Split a Personal Trainer Session With a Friend

FitSugar — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -0800

So it's January and you've vowed that 2009 will be the year you get in shape. If you're not sure how to get started, a personal trainer can teach you how to workout with all the challenges of new exercises and proper technique. Let's be financially realistic though. Unless you have a money tree growing in your backyard, it's tough to afford a ton of sessions at $30 to $50 a pop. And some trainer's time costs even more.

So why not split sessions with a friend? Many trainers will offer special small group rates, so invite one friend or maybe even a few. Not only will you save money, but having a friend join in will make you more likely to stick with it.

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Personal Trainer or Personal Chef?

FitSugar — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Celebrities make loads of dough, and keeping up their svelte appearance is part of their job. To help them stay slim and toned, most stars can afford to have live-in chefs prepare healthy meals for them all day, everyday. They can also afford to hire full-time personal trainers who coach them (in their home gyms, I'm sure) and give them advice on how to get the bodies they want. Most of us don't have that luxury, but if you could choose one, which would you rather have?

Fit Tip: Consider Your Personal Trainer Temporary

FitSugar — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 08:00:00 -0700

Hiring a personal trainer is a fabulous way to start or pump up a fitness routine, just don't rely on her too heavily because eventually you are going to need to learn to exercise on your own. Use your trainer to learn new moves, how to use the equipment, how to establish a routine, and to end a plateau. Whenever I work with a trainer, I always bring along a notebook so I can take notes and do the things I learned on my own.

Also, before I even get started I ask how long she has had most of her clients for and if it's ever over more than a year, it's a red flag that the trainer may not be preparing you for life without her. Learning to be healthy and fit on your own could add years on your life, but it will also save you hundreds of dollars in the long run. So by all means, hire a trainer, just use her as a trainer and not as a full time reason not to learn anything on your own.

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Do You Have a Personal Trainer?

FitSugar — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 04:30:00 -0700

We usually see John Mayer working out on his own but recently it looks like he has enlisted the expertise of trainer Harley Pasternak. I've been off and on trainers for the past few years, but right now I am going about it on my own. What about you guys? Do you have a personal trainer right now?

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5 Ways to Know You Need a New Trainer

FitSugar — Tue, 13 May 2008 05:30:00 -0700

A personal trainer can help you tremendously in your efforts in getting fit. Most trainers are with you 100 percent in that goal, but some can be lacking in their efforts. Trainers aren't cheap so here are a few tips that could be indicators that you may need to put your money (and time) towards another trainer:

She did not sit down with you to get your history. Trainers should sit down with their clients to get their health history as well as assess their fitness levels before having them do a single sit-up.
He does not pay attention while you're doing your exercises. A trainer is supposed to make sure you are doing the exercises properly so you can get the best workout. If your trainer takes the time to clean up the weight room, check her voice mail or gossip with another trainer while you're doing your sets then you may want to look for another trainer.
She has you doing the same stuff over and over again. This is why you hired a trainer in the first place, right? Your trainer should have you switching up your exercises. A little repetition is OK, but doing the same stuff over and over again is not.

There are a few more so read more.

He makes you cry. Don't laugh, it happens. If you don't mix well with your trainer then you should try to find a better match to your personality. There is no rule you have to stick with a trainer you just don't like.
She airs out dirty laundry to you. You're paying her to help you work out, not to help her with her boyfriend problems. Sure, there is nothing wrong with a little girl talk, but it shouldn't get in the way of your exercise.

Do you have anything you'd like to add to the list? Share them below.

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Personal Trainer: Male or Female?

FitSugar — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:10:00 -0700

When it comes to personal trainers, I have no preference for a female trainer over a male. As long as a trainer inspires me, keeps me moving, and helps me get stronger to attain my goals, I am fine with either.

So which do you prefer?

Fit Tip: Pick Your Own Personal Trainer

FitSugar — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0800

A lot of gyms will lure you in with a few free sessions with one of their personal trainers when you sign up for a membership. I am a big fan of taking advantage of this offer, but don't let the gym pick your trainer. Instead, ask questions so you can learn a little bit about each of them and then pick the one that seems to suit you best. If you don't, chances are your gym will just assign a trainer who is available (i.e. has a wide open calendar) to you that you may or may not like, and you probably won't get the most out of your time with them. Better yet, if you can wait, check them out while you're at the gym before you make your choice. You may see a trainer whose style you really like, or dislike, which could help you pick.

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Would You Want Danny Bonaduce as Your Trainer?

FitSugar — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 03:30:00 -0800

Recently I was checking out Podfitness, a new site that offers personal training podcasts by many prominent trainers. Names such as as David Kirsch (Heidi Klum's trainer), Mandy Ingber (Jennifer Aniston's trainer), Michael George (Reese Witherspoon's trainer), and Danny Bonaduce (former child actor?) are available by download.

Wait, Danny Bonaduce. Yup, Danny Bonaduce.

I have heard that Danny has had his hand in fitness lately (boxing and wrestling for charity), but didn't he recently drop someone on their head on stage during an award show? Battery and assault are not really things I'm looking for in a personal trainer.

I've also watched about 1.5 episodes of Breaking Bonaduce and I can honestly say I would not want Danny as my personal trainer, but maybe I am alone here. Would you? Even if it were free (which it's not, Podfitness is $19.95 per month)?

Have you ever worked with a personal trainer?

FitSugar — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:00:00 -0700

It is often recommended that people work with a certified personal trainer when they are learning how to perform strength training excises. While a trainer can definitely help you learn your way around the gym, just a single session can be pricey. So...