3 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHILE CHOOSING A PERSONAL TRAINER

3 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHILE CHOOSING A PERSONAL TRAINER



If you have a goal in mind that you want to achieve be it weight loss or a better fitness quotient -then having a professional help you out will increase your chance of attaining the goal manifold. While most gyms provide you with trainers who oversee your exercise routine, opting for a personal trainer is always a good option if you want to speed up the results. Here are three things to keep in mind when you hire your personal trainer:

1. KNOW YOUR NEEDS

Before you set out to find a trainer, write down what your needs are. Do you want to lose kilos or tone specific parts of your body? Do you want to achieve overall fitness? Or do you want to keep a medical condition under check? After you decide what you want, visit a fitness centre to find out about trainers. Says Meghna Raju, a gym instructor, “Every gym has its set of personal trainers.But, don't blindly sign up for one without discussing with them what you seek to achieve.If the idea is to keep your sugar levels in check, then enquire about trainers who specialise in aerobics and medium intensity cardio.“

2.FIX A BUDGET

Many do not opt for fitness trainers because they usually charge a bomb. Arpit Mehta, a marketing manager, says the best way to find a trainer within your budget is by enrolling in a gym instead of a swanky health studio. He adds, “When you choose monthly plans in gyms, they allot a trainer who will pay personal attention to your routine a certain number of times every month. So, adding a few more sessions with himher will not burn a hole in your pocket. You can also hire a trainer on the basis of sessions instead of days.Even if you get personal attention from your trainer once a week, you can always ask himher to chart out your weekly routine and follow it.“

3. KNOW THE TRAINER BEFORE YOU HIRE

Ensure the trainer is certified to guide others and is experienced. Ritu Aparna, a voice coach, says, “I signed up with a trainer because he had this impressive certificate and a snazzy physique to boot. But, I had a tough time convincing him that I just wanted to lose kilos and not build muscles. He would insist on weight lifting and a heavy treadmill routine, which would leave me exhausted. It was not helping me reach my goal. I finally had to speak to the fitness centre and change my trainer.“ It's important to have a personal understanding with the trainer before you hire hisher services. Ask a lot of questions and be sure the answer satisfies you. Women who aren't comfortable being trained by men could consider a female trainer.

WHY DO YOU NEED A PERSONAL TRAINER

He motivates you when you don't feel like challenging yourself

He ensures you take up work outs that best suit your needs

He tells you what the right way of exercising is

His governance reduces chances of gym injuries

You get maximum result within a stipulated time