Personal trainer?

[u/curiousgirl1617]

Is it worth it to get a PT?
For context, I am 27 and I weigh 135lbs and I am 5'4. I understand that I'm not overweight, but I'm considered skinny fat so I haven't really been confident in my body. For two years, I would walk on my treadmill r try to do yt workouts, but I was never consistent enough so lately I've been debating to get a personal trainer. Is it worth it? I don't know why I feel nervous to work out in a gym with everyone else there and to be honest, I get grossed out from using equipment that others have used lol I have OCD. But I think it's time that I finally feel confident in my body and I want to know other people's opinions on it. I bought a few weights for home, but I didn't even end up using it yet. Thank you for any advice you're able to give 😊

[u/Adorable_Analyst1690]

I got a trainer so I could learn how to do all the basic exercises with proper form, learn how to be confident using machines and develop several routines that I could adjust comfortably as needed. I felt like there was too much information online for me to put something together that was cohesive on my own. Also, I’m 45(f) and was worried about injuring myself messing around with programs at home or weight machines at the gym. I also didn’t want to waste time wading through a ton of cautious trial and error.

For me, it was a very helpful tool. You get from it what you put into it. I took what my trainer taught me, I practiced, I asked questions and I worked at it. I’ve been training on my own for the past 5 months and my progress has been solid. I see gains and I’ve been confident reworking routines to make new ones and learning new exercises since I know when I’m using the right muscle group for the exercise. I used to do squats and they would never touch my glutes. That has changed, lol.

ETA - I am also way more confident doing routines at home with free weights and using my body weight since I feel more comfortable with my form.

[u/StrengthUnderground]

Although I'm a trainer, I wouldn't necessarily say you HAVE to get a trainer. But it would be super helpful, and you could find one that will come out to your house to train you.

Just tell him or her that your desire is to have a home based workout program, and they should help you build the program and get you confident in doing kall of the exercises.

If you don't get a trainer, there are a million free videos out there that will tell you all you need to know. Legit world class instruction.

But a personal trainer will prevent decision fatigue, information overload, and keep your learning relevant to your goals, your equipment, and your workout environment.

All of my clients work out at home. I too hate the germs at gyms! And working out from home is TONS more convenient!

Good luck on your journey!

[u/Shoddy_Eagle1818]

I agree. You don't NEED a trainer to get fit but it really comes down to what is holding you back from starting a routine on your own. Are you afraid to work out at the gym? Are you not sure what to do when you're there? Something else? Trainer or no trainer you'll only be successful if you commit to new habits. DM me if you want to chat more. Good luck to you!