Do not waste your time and money hiring a personal trainer, if you are not serious about getting into the best shape of your life. Here are 5 questions you should ask yourself before making a decision to hire a personal trainer.
- How serious are you about getting in shape?
On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being, “this is life or death“ and 1 being “I’ll workout maybe once a week” you might be wasting time and money if you’re not serious. Your health and fitness is a forever game and if you’re not ready to commit, it’s best that you hold off.
If you’re at 9 or 10, that’s amazing! You’re more likely to put in the work sooner than later. If you’re on the scale of 3 or 4, ask yourself why that is and whether you’re ready to step into the journey of becoming the best version of yourself.
- Can you loose weight on your own?
Think about whether you can achieve your fitness goals alone before hiring a personal trainer. For example, do you think you can lose 5 to 10 pounds by yourself? If you failed and tried in the past, hiring a coach would then make sense. If you’re consistent, tracking your food intake and adjusting your diet 10-15% a day, you can likely make progress without a trainer. But if you find this process difficult to stick to, then a coach can give you the support and accountability that you’re missing.
- Why do you want to get in shape?
Understanding and knowing your WHY is essential in your health and fitness journey. Maybe you have an upcoming event you’d like to lose weight for, feel better day to day or even add more years to your life. It’s easy to lose motivation on day 37 or day 68 of your fitness journey. But if you have a clear reason why you’re doing it, that will fuel your determination when workouts become less fun. Without a strong purpose, you may give up when things get hard. So, ask yourself: WHY DO I WANT THIS?
- Do you have the budget?
It’s important to research prices in your area to know what type of training you have the budget for. Personal training can cost anywhere from $20-$5000 a month, depending on whether you want in person sessions or an online coach. Take a hard look at your spending habits before you say, “I can’t afford it.” Consider cutting back on unnecessary expenses like fast food, subscriptions, and random purchases to free up extra funds. You never know, you might be able to afford a trainer after all!
- What’s really stopping you from getting in shape?
Finally, ask yourself: what and who is holding me back? If it’s something like time management, self-doubt or lacking accountability, hiring a personal trainer might be a great solution to your problem. But if it’s something simple like motivation, a personal trainer won’t be able to do that for you unless you’re ready to put in effort and intensity.
In Conclusion:
Hiring a personal trainer can be a life-changing way to kickstart your fitness journey, but only if you’re mentally and financially prepared. If you answer these 5 questions, you’ll have a clear understanding of whether hiring a personal trainer is the right decision or not. Remember, health and fitness is a forever game, so make it part of your lifestyle. With the right support, mindset and plan, you’ll be well on your way to reaching your goals!
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