If you're spending $50 or more for a session with a personal trainer, they better be awesome at motivating you to get a great workout and reach your fitness goals. But if they're not helping you hit those goals, here are some telltale signs that it's time to find a new one. You struggle to get through 20 push-ups, and your trainer gets on the floor and says, "Watch how fast I can do 20!" Your Read more

You bit the bullet and shelled out hundreds of dollars for sessions with a personal trainer. Getting a trainer to help you reach your goals can be a sound investment — you'll learn new workouts and new limits, and if you're new to the gym, it's the perfect way to feel more comfortable on the floor. But while training sessions may be helpful, there's a right way to make sure you're maximizing Read more

Private lessons aren't something you sign up for on the fly. While they are effective, they can be an investment — thousands of dollars spent in the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. Many gyms or studios, however, have an option where you can sign up for personal classes with one or two other people. Whether you're jonesing to take a few sessions with a personal trainer or want private Read more

There are so many reasons why splurging on a personal trainer is a good idea. They teach you how to work out safely and efficiently, and show you how to attain your healthy goals. But often it's hard to justify the high price tag if you have other expenses that are also begging for your wallet's attention. If you're not in the market for a personal trainer, here are some tricks that trainers use Read more

FitSugar reader jessicaeden needs your help — she's unhappy with her personal trainer and wants to find a new one. She posted her question in the FitSugar running community group, FitSugar Q and A. What's appropriate etiquette if you're unhappy with your personal trainer? I want to switch trainers, but don't want to offend. — Jessica Good question, Jessica. Ending a relationship is never Read more

During hard economic times, desk-bound fitness fanatics often start considering career switches to more active professions, like becoming a personal trainer. The job is considerably more vigorous than sitting in front of a computer day in and day out. To get the skinny on the daily dos of working as a trainer, I spoke with Equinox personal trainer Lauren Fairbanks, 26. She loves her job, colorful Read more

Whether you're working out at a gym, with a trainer, or to a fitness DVD, it's not unusual to be asked to stand "hip-width apart" before performing a specific exercise. Easy enough, right? Not for me, apparently. While working out at Crunch with my trainer Tim, I had to repeatedly be corrected on my form because my stance was always a bit too wide. Seeing my frustration, Tim gave me an easy tip Read more

There's nothing like a good workout session to boost your mood and keep you healthy, and while you can get the workout by yourself, personal trainers can help you go that extra step to ensure the time you spend in the gym is as efficient as possible. I think personal trainers are a good investment, not only to keep you motivated but also to support you along the way. And I'm not the only one — Read more