Read this before investing in a personal trainer!

By Benjamin Petitpas, CSCS

Working with a personal trainer in Connecticut has become increasingly more popular. More people are realizing the value of working one on one with a fitness expert to help lead them to their health and fitness goals.

It is important when looking for a personal trainer that you find one with a background in Exercise Science or Sports Medicine. It is also important that they have certifications from nationally recognized organizations, such as NSCA, NASM, and ASCM. Also, make sure you find one whom you are comfortable with and that you can trust.

These are a few questions that you should ask, before hiring a personal trainer:

1. What is your educational background?

2. How long have you been a personal trainer?

3. Who are you certified through?

4. What types of people are you experienced working with?

5. Do you have any client testimonials or other proof of results?

These are important questions to ask because not all personal trainers are the same. Unfortunately, there is no industry standard for personal trainers and a result you see large commercial health clubs hiring personal trainers straight out of high school without any educational or work related experience. As a result I have heard horror stories from numerous people about their previous experiences working out with some of these amateur personal trainers.

You’re success is my success. I take pride in my programs and I strive for excellence. You will not find a more dedicate fitness professional anywhere.

Allow me to help you improve quality of your life!