Choose a Personal Trainer
A personal trainer can greatly improve your chances of attaining your fitness goals, so it's important to choose one who's certified, motivating and, above all, knowledgeable.
Instructions
1. Determine goal. Whether it's to lose weight or complete a marathon, a clear goal will help you narrow the choices of trainers and find one with related experience and expertise.
2. Consider where you want to work out. Location can often determine your selection of trainers.
3. Decide how much you're willing to spend. Trainers can cost anywhere from $25 to $200 an hour, depending on their professional background, clientele and services.
4. Research your options by requesting trainers' brochures from local gyms and asking for referrals from friends.
5. Check for certification. Your trainer should be certified by at least one nationally recognized organization, such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Council on Exercise (ACE), the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) or the National Strength and Conditioning Council (NSCC).
6. Check for personal liability insurance. Most trainers are required to carry insurance to protect their clients and themselves against personal injury and property loss.
7. Ask if the trainer knows CPR. Most certifications require CPR training, but it's good to ask anyway.
8. Talk with the trainer and determine whether you feel comfortable and confident with his or her skill level and dependability.
9. Set a date and time to begin training.
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