The personal training model is broken. To justify the expense there is pressure to constantly change things, which means that most trainers deliver individual workouts, not a plan to go from Point A to B.
That’s a very pricy way to stay stuck even though you might show up and work out a couple of times per week.
Whether you’re a man or a woman, you’re dealing with a similar set of givens: time is tight and trying to over exercise (or randomly trying to confuse your muscles) and under eat our way to fitness is not the solution.
The answer is to map out a plan that has your actions lined up with your goals.
You can make real changes and do so in a way that you’ll be able to continue past Day 91.
Fitness Industry secrets
The truth is that boring, consistent work is the key. Gradually get stronger and move better in the gym.
It’s fine if you need to use machines. You don’t need a complicated workout. Basics done well can take you far.
Eat like an adult, not like an alcoholic six year old at a birthday party or like your annoying oil-free-vegan friend.
Get at least seven hours of sleep most nights.
Do that a lot. For months at a time.
I’m talking about sustainable practices, not going from Homer Simpson/Eric Cartman to trying to imitate a body builder or figure competitor getting ready to go on stage.
Clear out the roadblocks and bottlenecks, keep it realistic, and get the work done.
Who do you train?
Ordinary people who know they need the benefits of strength and conditioning work, but who aren’t inclined to spend hours per day in that pursuit.
So, what is Point B?
- Becoming a good fitness generalist. Strong, resilient, actually look like you work out, able to move well, and in good condition.
- Feeling more confident because you’ve put in the work and it shows.
- Being in a position to set even more ambitious goals, map out a plan, and pursue them.
I have a different proposal than most of what’s out there:
For the cost of a single personal training session, you get a month’s worth of training (including video tutorials) that’s an actual program designed to take you from Point A to Point B as well as weekly accountability check-ins.
If you want, you can do a mix of in person classes and online training. The base level hybrid program gives you the option of coming in once a week in addition to the program that you’re doing at the gym or at home.
That way you can get direct in-person coaching, train with some great people, and even just doing that once a week can really help with motivation.
What most people need is a project manager. Someone to look at all the givens and manage the compromises.
You can have a perfect program, but if it takes three hours a day and you can only train for an hour, then it’s not a perfect program.
Most people also tend to overcomplicate things. It helps to have someone there to ask a few questions, get a little clinical, and keep their goals and actions lined up.
I feel like I’m bracing for impact. This is going to be bad, right?
Work hard, but don’t push yourself to the point of hating exercise.
Do you need a coach to watch your every move?
No, but I’m always glad to provide feedback if want to send me videos of you doing exercises that you have questions about.
Do you have to join a gym?
Not if you don’t want to. You can set up a great home gym for under $200 and make progress with that for a long time.
With that being said, I like the gym. Find one that works for you. (Convenient location, well-equipped, etc.)
You’ll have more options, fewer distractions, and you’ll push yourself harder if you’re around other people.
Joining the local Y or $10/month gym saves on your start up costs and cuts way down on the need to improvise solutions.
FAQs
Am I signing up for forever? Is there a contract or autopay?
No. This is one month at a time, but I would highly suggest only signing up if you’re willing to give this at least three months.
How much does it cost?
$75 per month
How do I pay?
Venmo or check
Is this personalized?
Yes. This is a team effort. Your starting point, movements that work better for you, and making adjustments all come into play in putting together your program.
This is a plan to get from Point A to Point B. You still need to put in the work.
Can I email and ask a few questions about getting set up before getting started?
Yes.
How do I get started?
Email me at 513fit@gmail.com with “Online Training” in the subject line. In the email let me know:
- Are you just starting, are you on again/off again, or consistent with your training?
- Have you done strength training before?
- How old are you?
- Are you working around any injuries?
- Are you training in a gym or at home?
- Will you be doing a mix of training in my classes and working out at home or the gym?
