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Regardless of how you train...how do you get motivated when you've lost your mojo?
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TitanTim said:Personal trainer
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Spoken by someone with experience I take it?
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They aren't a waste of money - just a lot of money!
I must say I'm pretty disappointed by some of the very closed views on here from those with zero experience. It seems some have just clicked the thread to have a go at PTs! Yet probably have never even met one. Bizarre.
Anyway, I swear by them
Although, it's mainly for motivation and to ensure your finishing your regime and not slacking off the last two reps! They also are able to mix up your excercises more than you would yourself, target specific muscle groups and work around any injuries. They also do partner based exercise such as sparring, try that on your own.
Obviously they want your money, but I've used them and can honestly say if I could afford it, I'd use them all the time.
But it depends on you as well, some people are highly motivated or already train wth a partner, so perhaps it's less important for some?
I must say I'm pretty disappointed by some of the very closed views on here from those with zero experience. It seems some have just clicked the thread to have a go at PTs! Yet probably have never even met one. Bizarre.
Anyway, I swear by them
Although, it's mainly for motivation and to ensure your finishing your regime and not slacking off the last two reps! They also are able to mix up your excercises more than you would yourself, target specific muscle groups and work around any injuries. They also do partner based exercise such as sparring, try that on your own.
Obviously they want your money, but I've used them and can honestly say if I could afford it, I'd use them all the time.
But it depends on you as well, some people are highly motivated or already train wth a partner, so perhaps it's less important for some?
TitanTim said:Personal trainer
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That's a useful contribution Tim. From that I take it you have a ripped Adonis-like physique and so the mere mention of someone needing some help to kick-start their fitness regime is something you find incredulous and highly amusing?
original guvnor said:TitanTim said:Personal trainer
Tim.
That's a useful contribution Tim. From that I take it you have a ripped Adonis-like physique and so the mere mention of someone needing some help to kick-start their fitness regime is something you find incredulous and highly amusing?
No, just a normal chap, normal weight, normal fitness, balanced diet, doesn't drink or smoke etc etc. Personally I wouldn't waste my time and money on a Personal Trainer, money for old rope
Irony is the fittest people I know who have used personal trainers are the ones who appear to suffer more than the average health complaints
but then its personal choice.Tim.
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Fair comment. I think the problem here is people think its spending money on something you could easily do on your own, but I don't think thats the case.
By paying (yes, it is expensive) you are getting the undivided attention of a pro who can assure you are doing the exercises correctly (as its easy to let bad technique slip in) and who can push you much more than you would yourself.
When I did it, I saw real improvements which I hadn't achieved previously.
I guess it depends on your goals and views etc, and quite rightly, is not for everyone.
By paying (yes, it is expensive) you are getting the undivided attention of a pro who can assure you are doing the exercises correctly (as its easy to let bad technique slip in) and who can push you much more than you would yourself.
When I did it, I saw real improvements which I hadn't achieved previously.
I guess it depends on your goals and views etc, and quite rightly, is not for everyone.
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TitanTim said:just a normal chap, normal weight, normal fitness, balanced diet, doesn't drink or smoke etc etc. Personally I wouldn't waste my time and money on a Personal Trainer, money for old rope
Sounds like you're happy as you are, so wouldn't be the in the market for one.
Bit like me commenting on space suits really.
TitanTim said:original guvnor said:TitanTim said:Personal trainer
Tim.
That's a useful contribution Tim. From that I take it you have a ripped Adonis-like physique and so the mere mention of someone needing some help to kick-start their fitness regime is something you find incredulous and highly amusing?
No, just a normal chap, normal weight, normal fitness, balanced diet, doesn't drink or smoke etc etc. Personally I wouldn't waste my time and money on a Personal Trainer, money for old rope
Irony is the fittest people I know who have used personal trainers are the ones who appear to suffer more than the average health complaints
Tim.
So why didn't you say that in the first place then? Instead of coming across as someone sneering at some one else for trying to improve their fitness. You are your own worst enemy sometimes. Don't be so judgemental of other people. Your way isn't the only way you know.
Personal trainers can be very useful in certain situations. I don't pay for one myself but I have used free consultations with them to help me design a weights and CV programme. They won't be for everyone but if you have very specific goals they can be extremely useful.
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original guvnor said:
Unless of course you are someone who knows everything already and wouldn't pay for an experts opinion in any field, particularly not something trivial such as health!
Makes me laugh when people sneer at £30 per hour (once a week), and have an E89 sat on the driveway spouting out depreciation like nobody's business. At least trying to better your health is an investment in your future, we cannot say the same for the cars we drive.
Sure, £30 per hour can seem a lot of money, but there are lots of people on here earning a fat lot more than that, and if you compare that price to most individual tradesman (plumber, sparky etc) you'll probably find that they couldn't really do the job for a right lot less than that.
I could use a PT to be honest (getting a bit fat)... I'm not getting one because I can't really afford it, but I really applaud those who go that route, I know of a few who have and they have transformed their health and fitness beyond belief. It's not an overnight change, but in a few months it is definitely noticeable.
Sure, £30 per hour can seem a lot of money, but there are lots of people on here earning a fat lot more than that, and if you compare that price to most individual tradesman (plumber, sparky etc) you'll probably find that they couldn't really do the job for a right lot less than that.
I could use a PT to be honest (getting a bit fat)... I'm not getting one because I can't really afford it, but I really applaud those who go that route, I know of a few who have and they have transformed their health and fitness beyond belief. It's not an overnight change, but in a few months it is definitely noticeable.
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No one is sneering, it was a
My personal opinion is they're a waste of time and money, simples its my opinion thats all, take or leave it with a pinch of salt :wink: With regard to being judgemental you could be more judgemental than myself, but then I don't know you from Adam just as you don't know me, so your comment is perhaps a little meaningless. Its the same with people using life coaches
but then like personal trainers if it helps them or going to church then great Tim.
Tim you really need to think before you open your mouth. If you didn't think a 'personal trainers ' comment was sneering and judgemental then I suggest you take heed of an old saying "if you haven't got anything nice to say then don't say anything at all"
' comment was sneering and judgemental then I suggest you take heed of an old saying "if you haven't got anything nice to say then don't say anything at all"Evil_elvis
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TitanTim said:original guvnor said:
No one is sneering, it was a
Its the same with people using life coaches
Tim.
So a personal trainer = life coach?
Like I said already, space suits!!!
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Oh and stop feeding the trolls!
Back on track now guys...obvs I've read and tried to do exercises, classes, diet etc myself over the last 6 months but I haven't gotten much out. That's why I want to try PT and yes it's expensive (each session is same as the gym £40 monthly fee) but it's an investment to my health, well being in the future which is not really quantifiable. Plus I'm hoping to make a lifestyle change. My only annoyance is that he said my goal would take longer than I was hoping as it takes a while to build muscle. Also that he wouldn't give me a training program until a paid session. First paperwork consultation and one session were free from the gym.
Thanks for your support guvnor.
Thanks for your support guvnor.