09/30/2010
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Bad Trainer Warning Signs
I’m sure there are other discussions about bad trainers on MDog, but these are always good to reinforce…any others to add??
Bad Trainer Warning Signs
Jeff Behar, MS, MBA
Source: My Best Health Portal
Here are some warning signs that might indicate that you may need to choose another personal trainer:
* Does not paying attention to you while you are training with him/her
* Is a chatty Kathy, conversting too much rather than working you out
* Interrupts your session to talk to friends or take phone calls (unless it’s an emergency or can’t be avoided)
* Ignores or dismisses your questions and concerns
* Doesn’t explain things to you (has a just do it mentality)
* Works you so hard you’re in pain for days. Soreness is normal, but you should still be able to get out of bed.
* Works you too easy, to placate you, rather than training you appropriately, challenging you so you can meet your goals
* Doesn’t customize your training and nutrition program (uses a 1 routine for all concept)
* Doesn’t return phone calls or emails
* Hasn’t worked with other clients with your same starting fitness level and age
* Hasn’t kept up with the latest ideas, research, and equipment.
* Neglects any part of a complete program or recommends a level of training that’s too hard for you
* Recommends questionable supplements or herbs. Always talk to your doctor before taking anything!
* Diagnoses injuries or illnesses instead of referring you to a doctor
A personal trainer should:
* Watch you, correct your alignment
* Explain what you’re doing and why
* Motivate you
* Anticipate what you can accomplish
* Make sure your improving and making progress and adjust your workouts accordingly to keep you moving towards your goals
Bottom Line on Personal Trainers
If you’re having problems, talk to them—they may not be aware there’s a problem.
If this does not fix the problem or address your concerns another option is to talk to the manager (if the trainer is part of a training company) or terminate your sessions and look for a different trainer.
Remember, it’s your money and your body…you have a right to get what you want and a good trainer will understand that!
Like all professions, personal training has its share of experts, as well as their share of trainers that, lets say, are not the top of the heap. Since personal trainer is expensive, and also since training the wrong way can not only keep you from your goals, but may in fact injure you, it is important to hire the right personal trainer for you.
Bad Trainer Warning Signs
Jeff Behar, MS, MBA
Source: My Best Health Portal
Here are some warning signs that might indicate that you may need to choose another personal trainer:
* Does not paying attention to you while you are training with him/her
* Is a chatty Kathy, conversting too much rather than working you out
* Interrupts your session to talk to friends or take phone calls (unless it’s an emergency or can’t be avoided)
* Ignores or dismisses your questions and concerns
* Doesn’t explain things to you (has a just do it mentality)
* Works you so hard you’re in pain for days. Soreness is normal, but you should still be able to get out of bed.
* Works you too easy, to placate you, rather than training you appropriately, challenging you so you can meet your goals
* Doesn’t customize your training and nutrition program (uses a 1 routine for all concept)
* Doesn’t return phone calls or emails
* Hasn’t worked with other clients with your same starting fitness level and age
* Hasn’t kept up with the latest ideas, research, and equipment.
* Neglects any part of a complete program or recommends a level of training that’s too hard for you
* Recommends questionable supplements or herbs. Always talk to your doctor before taking anything!
* Diagnoses injuries or illnesses instead of referring you to a doctor
A personal trainer should:
* Watch you, correct your alignment
* Explain what you’re doing and why
* Motivate you
* Anticipate what you can accomplish
* Make sure your improving and making progress and adjust your workouts accordingly to keep you moving towards your goals
Bottom Line on Personal Trainers
If you’re having problems, talk to them—they may not be aware there’s a problem.
If this does not fix the problem or address your concerns another option is to talk to the manager (if the trainer is part of a training company) or terminate your sessions and look for a different trainer.
Remember, it’s your money and your body…you have a right to get what you want and a good trainer will understand that!
Like all professions, personal training has its share of experts, as well as their share of trainers that, lets say, are not the top of the heap. Since personal trainer is expensive, and also since training the wrong way can not only keep you from your goals, but may in fact injure you, it is important to hire the right personal trainer for you.
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Comments
I don’t know about you, but I wouldn’t train with someone who isn’t certified because I’d be worried about them lacking even the basic training safety knowledge.
a trainer should have a certain amount of hours in the field before getting their certification…should be common sense! that’s like only taking a written driving test and then being given a license….scary stuff.
Thinking about Hiring a Personal Trainer?
http://www.muscledog.com/article/view/133/THINKING_ABOUT_HIRING_A_PERSONAL_TRAINER#
“The hard truth is that entering my profession is becoming ever easier, to the point that some of the 70+ personal training certification programs require nothing more than a credit card payment of $500 and the completion of an online multiple-choice test. Because of this, I’m all too aware of my clients’ usually-unspoken doubts before I take them through their first session.”
Good Read!!!!