What benefits do personal trainers offer ?

Personal trainers provide certain benefits that you can't find when working out on your own or in a group situation; here are some of the reasons why Body Temple clients invest in us:

Personal Training Works, people get results

Studies show that people who work with a personal trainer achieve up to 80% better results three times faster than on their own. Personal training is just that, it is personal ! Every session is unique to your body type, needs, goals and the time frame in which you wish to achieve your goals. The preplanned workouts increase time efficiency, whilst your personal trainer keeps you on track and helps you realize your goals.

Customised Individual program

At Body Temple our clients complete an Initial Assessment which determines your current state of well being. Your personal trainer then uses this information to design your training program around you. So if you have any health conditions, sports injuries or specific training goals (e.g. running a half marathon) then your personal trainer will work with you (and your health care provider if necessary) to plan a safe, efficient training program which considers your needs but which also enables you to reach your health and fitness goals. 

Motivation

A very common reason that people decide to invest in a personal trainer is for motivation. People need to stay motivated as they strive to achieve that healthy feeling. Body Temple personal trainers provide unparalleled motivation, they help you move past self imposed limitations, they stimulate a feeling of accomplishment in you, and they help you achieve goals that you never thought possible.

Accountability & Efficiency

A personal trainer makes it easier for you to exercise consistently and helps you stay committed to your training program. When you have a scheduled appointment and a smiling face waiting for you, you are a lot less likely to skip a workout. Personal trainers help you focus on results and stop wasting your time doing inefficient workouts. Your personal trainer has a plan which will help you get maximum results in minimum time. 

Workout Safety

A personal trainer will ensure that you exercise safely to prevent injury. A personal trainer watches your form, monitors your vitals and can provide objective feedback about your limits and strengths. Most of us tend to ignore some of the subtle signals our body provides. We either push through pain or give up too soon. Because a personal trainer can watch what you are doing while you are doing it, they can help push you or slow you down as necessary. 

When you are new to exercise or want to learn how to go it alone

If you are an absolute beginner, a personal trainer is the ultimate fitness coach. A Body Temple personal trainer will introduce you to very simple, effective routines and build up efficiently so that, before you know it, you have the confidence and knowledge to decide what is right for you. If ultimately you want to learn all the facets of designing your own routines so you don't need to use a personal trainer, using a personal trainer for a couple months will be all you need.

Break through plateaus

OK, you are already in pretty decent shape, but you've been there for years. If you are stuck in the same routine and want to break out of a rut, a personal trainer is the perfect solution. A trainer will jump start, not only your motivation, but your routine as well.

Contributed by:

Claire Bock, Body Temple Personal Trainer