I've lost about 56 pounds on my own, but I feel like I need something/someone else to push me the rest of the way. I'm a college student, so I don't have a lot of money to spend on something like this. Is a personal trainer really worth it? If so, do you know how to get an afforable one? (and what IS an affordable one?! I don't even know :P)
2006-11-26 14:30:24 · 7 answers · asked by ReNeOuS 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Kimmer K - that's a really good idea, but I don't actually have a physical school I attend. Everything is online :)
2006-11-26 14:36:37 · update #1
Since you're in college, take a conditioning class or weight lifting class. The instructor will be really informative, especially it's at a college level, usually requiring a doctorate degree to teach.
Those type of classes are usually one unit, so it will save you a lot of money. Plus you get credits!
2006-11-26 14:36:14 · answer #1 · answered by joruaishiteru 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist I would strongly recommend that you do your homework. This would include whether or not the person is certified, which they need to be. Also if they are, what is their certification or how they are certified through. Some top ones include NSCA, ACE, and ASCM. Also you need to see if they will be compatible with you. Another thing is the price range. This will depend on where you live. If a trainer is charging a small amount in an area that is usually expensive than that might signal a red flag. Good trainers will charge want they think is appropriate for their qualifications. So, good luck in your quest.
2006-11-26 22:58:30 · answer #2 · answered by cameron lally cscs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having a personal trainer is wonderful!! It has benifited me greatly, however you have to be willing to, for lack of a better term, "cough up the dough".
The cheapest route I know would be to hire a personal trainer to work with you 1x or 2x a week. The rest of the time you could workout on your own. And that seems to be working for you having dropped 56lbs. (congrats!!)
so check out your local gyms not to far from campus or your residence.
I hope this helps!
2006-11-26 22:36:40 · answer #3 · answered by Still_Dirty♥ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out the local gyms and look into certificate professional trainers with some documentation proving it and research the success ratio of the personal trainers previous clients to see which one would be right for you. It is ok to get prices of the session of each one you check out to make sure it is within your price range of how much you are willing to pay.
2006-11-26 22:35:19 · answer #4 · answered by technowizard2001 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When joining a gym, many will offer a personal training option...for example they might offer two personal training sessions with a three month membership. you can always increase your personal training sessions too. unless you have lots of money though, it may be difficult to get a personal trainer to work with you every day. i have had a personal trainer....we usually met ever two weeks to check in and change up my workout. overall, they are great for motivation...but if you are looking for motivation, you could just use a friend.
2006-11-26 22:37:27 · answer #5 · answered by starsandcarrots 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a college student check with the athletic staff at your school. They are experts in training and physical conditioning.
You can also use the gym equipment for free!
2006-11-26 22:33:24 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
it is pretty expensive, but you can go to a gym or if you already have a gym membership just go to your gym and ask at the front desk. most gyms will have classes that are free. i like taking those you might too and with the membership they are free. and your not alone so your not embarsed and they dont ask your weight.
2006-11-26 22:40:43 · answer #7 · answered by lizzy r 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋