Should I train solo or with a personal trainer?

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Wednesday, 17 March 2010 14:47

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Team or Solo?

by Lisa Raleigh

In personal fitness, as in life, you have choices. Either pay someone to assist you in your training or for the more disciplined among you, go solo and train alone. Lisa Raleigh considers the pros of each.

Personal Training Pros

Technique Queen. Having a professional assist you with correct technique is important in avoiding injuries. But don’t be fooled, injuries can still occur under the supervision of a trainer. The correct technique will also ensure you work the correct muscles at the correct angles in order to achieve your desired result. There would be nothing more discouraging than slugging away for months only to realise your neck is thicker, biceps larger and legs ready to kick-start a Boeing!

M For Motivation. We all have those days where if it’s up to me it’s not gonna be! A good trainer will lift your mood no matter what. By the time you finish your hour, all will be put into perspective and your problem will seem so much more manageable.

The Commitment Factor. Booking and paying in advance is a huge motivator. Paying at the end of a month is not an option with most trainers. It urges you to go when the guilt is worse than the pain!

Variety Is The Spice Of Life. You must have heard this: “If you keep doing the same thing, how can you expect a different result?” This is so true for the human body. Keeping your muscles guessing helps to prevent the dreaded plateau. If a trainer wants to keep their client inspired and motivated month after month, the exercises will need to change frequently to prevent boredom.

The Power Of Now. Having someone think for you for an hour is great. Most of us don’t stop making choices or decisions for a second. For that hour you forget all issues and stresses and you are forced to focus on your posture, breathing and every contracting muscle in your body. This takes practice!