You decide that you want to hire a personal trainer because you lack motivation, reached a training plateau, have no clue what to do to reach your fitness goals, or need to change your exercise routine.Before you do there some some things to look for in a personal trainer. After all you dont want to choose just anyone and risk getting hurt.
First, there are different ways to go about finding one. You can simply hire one through your gym, or you can hire a private trainer by referral or by searching the internet. On the internet you can Yahoo! or Google specific search words such as Manhattan trainer, for a trainer in your area.
Remember a trainer you?ll want will:
1) Have a nationally recognized certification. DO NOT hire someone without a certification or fitness related degree. Among the certifications to look for are ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association), NESTA ( National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association), NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association), and ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine).
2) Before putting you through a workout will sit with you to chat about your goals, your strengths, your weaknesses, fitness history, medical history, and to take some baseline measurements. Make sure they ask you a ton of questions about yourself.This is important. There are cases where a medical doctor needs to step in the picture and give clearance for a client to start training. Make sure this is not the case with you. Here you can ask for proof of their work, such as testimonials.
3) Make sure a reassessment in 6 weeks or so is scheduled during your first meeting.This is a way to be sure that you are in fact on track to reach your goals, or you?ll find out that something needs to change in your program. Watching those numbers (your measurements) drop is great motivation.
4) Also, a good trainer is always researching. They should be knowledgeable and up to date on what?s happening in the world of health and fitness. And most of all, you should feel comfortable and confidant in their knowledge and ability.
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Article By:?Natasha Linton
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Source: http://www.healthystyleny.com/2012/10/personal-trainer-time-what-to-look-for-when-choosing-one/
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