Personal Trainer Experience?

MissBonBon · ‎02-09-2011

Greetings, all.

I would like to get some advice from an expert about the correct combinations of food I should be eating and the right exercises for me to do. Currently I work out with DVD's, lift 3 lb. weights, and walk briskly for about 30 minutes on a daily basis. I still need to lose about 25 pounds and then I want to build up muscle. Should I speak to a personal trainer, a dietician, or someone else? I will gladly pay for the advice, but do not want to see a trainer every few days, but rather every few weeks/months, if possible, to discuss my progress/results. I'm mainly looking for the recommended information as a way to kick it up a notch by getting suggestions on what exercises and foods are best for losing weight, and then toning, so that I can look and feel my best. I'd prefer it to be kind of like an "at-home, DIY" project since I'd rather work out in the comfort of my home.

Any and all replies are greatly appreciated... thank you.

terrier3 · ‎03-10-2010

I am linking you to a local personal trainer and lecturer. I am sure there are probably people like Dr. Derek in most places.

He does personal training, he's on local TV and he also does seminars on proper nutrition to lose weight and exercise. People sign up for a seminar - but a lot of the information is on the videos on his website.

He has had tremendous success with local people...and is very down to earth.

These videos may be all the help you will need!

http://www.alessifit.com/

MissBonBon · ‎02-09-2011

Thank you terrier3... very helpful!

HonnyBrown · ‎11-23-2013

Why are your weights so light?

Terrier, is that where you found Psycho Matt?

Get your flu shot...because I didn't.

willdob3 · ‎11-01-2010

I used a trainer for six sessions when I was first starting to lift weights so I was sure to learn proper form. I used one again when I started using barbells seriously, again, for proper form. A monthly session once you get started can be helpful.

I've had nutrition plans from trainers before but I have had better results figuring out my own nutrition plan.

Trix · ‎03-16-2010

In addition to being of utmost help for someone just starting a fitness regimen, personal trainers can help you with a nutrition plan. However, since nutrition can be complicated due to medical history, your own individual chemistry, etc), I think seeking help in that department from a nutritionist/dietician is best. Your physician can probably recommend a nutritionist/dietician on staff at a local hospital. The fitness club you are using for training may even have someone on staff for this purpose (mine does).

terrier3 · ‎03-10-2010

On 8/14/2014 HonnyBrown said:
Why are your weights so light?

Terrier, is that where you found Psycho Matt?

No. Matt is from my local gym that I have belonged to for MANY years. I used to be trained by the gym manager, but when he gave up clients, I asked for the toughest guy in the place. I don't know what other gyms are like, but I have noticed that some of the women training women turned into gabfests...with lots of time between sets. Matt and I talk...and we have a great time...but he's actually always watching out that I can still carry on a conversation and I'm not overly winded.

Dr. Derek was an advertising client. Somewhere in his info online are menus he has created. He has also written a book that's very reasonably priced. People pay him a FORTUNE...but he gets results. He's too expensive for me though, so I just stick to the free stuff he has online.

Ptaz · ‎05-05-2010

I was having a lot of issues with boredom in my exercise routine and needing some kind of strength training structure and stretching to keep arthritis pain down. I engaged a personal trainer and told him my goals. We met once a week and he taught me new routines that I could go and try on my own. Emphasize that you want to 'learn what works'--not just work out. Define your goals clearly enough that the two of you can break them into meaningful objectives. That approach worked for me. I do this about once every year or so to keep my workouts fresh and learn new approaches. The key goal is to develop a plan that you can do on your own.

HonnyBrown · ‎11-23-2013

On 8/14/2014 terrier3 said:
On 8/14/2014 HonnyBrown said:
Why are your weights so light?

Terrier, is that where you found Psycho Matt?

No. Matt is from my local gym that I have belonged to for MANY years. I used to be trained by the gym manager, but when he gave up clients, I asked for the toughest guy in the place. I don't know what other gyms are like, but I have noticed that some of the women training women turned into gabfests...with lots of time between sets. Matt and I talk...and we have a great time...but he's actually always watching out that I can still carry on a conversation and I'm not overly winded.

Dr. Derek was an advertising client. Somewhere in his info online are menus he has created. He has also written a book that's very reasonably priced. People pay him a FORTUNE...but he gets results. He's too expensive for me though, so I just stick to the free stuff he has online.

The few women trainers I had (and 1 of the guys, come to think of it) at LA Fitness were exactly as you described!

That's cool that he makes sure you aren't winded. He really does sound like an awesome trainer! Just psycho.

Get your flu shot...because I didn't.