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The Benefits of Personal Training

Personal training will provide you with the individual attention you need when establishing a physically active lifestyle. When you think specialized exercise program, mentoring and guidance for nutrition choices, and unlimited encouragement, you think personal trainer.

A certified personal trainer is a fitness professional who will help you reach your health and fitness goals. Whether you are the picture of perfect health or you live with chronic health conditions, a personal trainer can guide you in a lifestyle that could improve your function, mobility, strength, endurance and mood. According to ACE Fitness (American Council on Exercise), investing in personal training can benefit you in ten ways. The majority of people decide to invest in a personal trainer because they lack the motivation to begin a routine on their own or find it hard to get motivated each day.

Personal trainers are equipped with skills to guide you and set up a plan to reach your personal fitness goals. They are trained to not only help you identify barriers and obstacles but also, how to overcome them and find consistency in a program. Amber Long, M.Ed. quotes, “Fitness can be confusing. There is a lot of information to sort through. Eat this, not that. Cardio before or after strength training?” Having the individual attention of a personal trainer will prompt you with the knowledge and confidence in seeking a healthier lifestyle.

They will clarify the good and the bad of the latest fads and trends for diet and exercise so you can identify the right path for you. Using their expertise in weight rooms, fitness equipment, exercise programming and safety, personal trainers can boost your confidence while helping you avoid injuries. As an athlete, personal trainers are educated on building a sport specific program fit for you to improve your athletic ability and reduce the risk of injury during preseason and postseason. On the other hand, if you have difficulty managing chronic health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, etc., exercising regularly can improve symptoms and values. An expert trainer with experience training individuals with these conditions can enhance your safety by checking heart rate, blood pressure and being aware of signs/symptoms of low or high blood sugar, stroke or heart attack. They are also equipped with a CPR certification. This skill set provided by a personal trainer can be invaluable for all populations when exercising.

Exercising safely, confidently, and consistently are all important as you age. Personal trainers provide individualized workout plans specifically made for you, your body, and your goals so you can build and maintain strength and function with age. Lastly, personal trainers can share a perspective on exercise that is enjoyable and provides gratification. Having someone you can depend on, socialize with, and grow physically and mentally with can be FUN.

About the Author

Sunshine Walton, NASM-CPT, is a personal trainer at the Cantrell Center. She is a graduate of Valdosta State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and obtained her personal training certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).