Fitness and health

Should I get a personal trainer?

Hire one, try a few sessions or go solo: seven questions to decide.

Should I get a personal trainer? The quiz

No judgement here. The aim is a habit you can keep, not perfection. Your answers stay on your device; nobody else sees them.

1Have you started and stopped exercising several times?
2Do you feel lost or nervous in a gym?
3Do you have a specific goal: a race, an event, an injury comeback?
4Can you afford it without stress for at least three months?
5Do you already train consistently on your own?
6Do you enjoy figuring things out from videos and apps?
7Do you keep appointments better than promises to yourself?
7 questions

What a good trainer does

A good trainer asks about your goals, injuries and life before you lift anything, writes a plan, and tracks progress. Be wary of anyone who just counts reps or sells supplements.

Questions people ask

How often should I see a personal trainer?

Twice a week for the first month or two to learn, then once a week or less as you get confident.

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