But thats not the case.
Heres what you should look for when choosing a good trainer.
The biggest mistake that people make is looking at a trainers domain knowledge for gauge their ability.
But in reality, knowledge of such things is hardly a differentiator.
In fact, its a requirement to be a trainer.
Butknowledge will only go so far.
Trainers are no different.
Trainers are also salesmen by necessity, and mastering fitness jargon doesnt necessarily mean that they can help you.
Compatibility, and not knowledge, is the top thing that you might look for in a prospective trainer.
If a trainers M.O.
reeks of this, then you probably want to stay far away.
Instead, compatibility is perhaps the most important thing to look for in a trainer.
for achieve the best compatibility possible, here are a few things to think about.
That matters so much more than, say, having a professional coach that top athletes use.
In this case, a tougher coach may be the way to go.
However:
Its incredibly hard for beginners to have the self-awareness to realize they need a kind coach.
Kind does not mean soft.
A kind coach should not judge you or steamroll you with anger when you mess up.
Have a chat with them to make it feel them out.
Here are a few things you should consider:
Do they immediately start hammering marketing tricks on you?
(Remember folks, the sale ends tomorrow!)
A pushy trainer that pressures you into becoming a client probably has other priorities in mind.
Do they actually make a run at get to know you?
Do you feel comfortable around them or an affinity of some sorts?
You will quickly find out that sometimes you will need your trainer to act like your fitness therapist.
Compatibility is a fluid thing.
