FITNESS Personal training
I admit personal training isn’t for everyone, but we all need a little help with exercise sometimes, whether we're just starting out or we've been at it for a long time. Still, there are people who shy away from personal training, unsure of what they'll get out of the experience or whether it's worth the money. Well there are a number of reasons people work with trainers. Some want a personal program so they can lose weight or get in shape, while others simply need to be held accountable and motivated. Wherever you are in your exercise journey, a personal trainer may be just what you need to take it to the next level. Ten reasons for personal training: n Not seeing results n Don’t know where to start n Bored of the same old workout n Need motivation n Specific injury or illness n Want the tools to train yourself n Sport specific training n Need to be challenged n Supervision and support n Nutrition and dietary advice
Name: Anne Gym and trainer: David Lloyd, Maidstone/Daniel Young Ann says: Dan has been my mentor and trainer for the last 24 months. During this time I have lost more than four and a half stone, he has always displayed patience and encouragement when we train - even when I have become discouraged and wanted to give up. At the age of 80 I am now much fitter as well as a slimmer person and I thank Dan very much for his assistance. I am continuing my sessions with Dan's company BodyElite and with my improved diet I hope to reach my end goal in the next few months. Daniel says: Using a personal trainer is a great way of reaching the goals you desire. They will provide expert knowledge on the best exercises needed to achieve your targets. Personal trainers will make sure all exercises performed are safe while still pushing yourself to your limits. Hiring a personal trainer will keep you consistent, working to a schedule week after week, progressing the training plan. Keeping motivated is very hard and a personal trainer will do this, giving you encouragement.
Head of fitness: Jon Mann Gym: London Beach Health Club Why would you recommend training? The benefits are far greater than the drawbacks. Personal Training provides a gym user with the knowledge and motivation of a trained individual, allowing goals to be reached and conquered in a reduced amount of time. What benefits are there? Motivation is a key aspect personal trainers can bring to training sessions. What better way of staying focussed than having somebody with you every step of the way. Knowledge of training types
is also key. Many new gym users can head down the wrong path, but a personal trainer can recommend the best exercise and method for almost anything, from marathon training, to losing weight, even down to helping you excel in a chosen sport. Everybody can benefit from personal training. I have worked with people who have never set foot in a gym before, all the way across the board to elite athletes competing on the world stage. What do your clients think? “It keeps me on track, motivated and stops me from getting