Making the most of personal training from the Personal Training Blog
Well, I have had an interesting week as a personal trainer. And as always there are things that I have encountered at the gym here in Douglasville where I personal train as well as with my personal training clients that makes for great information for anyone.
So here goes — the first question I had from a client was why was her teenage child not in a lot of pain and discomfort from her personal training. Was I not training her hard enough?
Well there is very dangerous misconception that working out should hurt. Which is not only wrong but dangerous. Yes, sometimes there is some muscle soreness but this should never be something that interferes with your daily life. And if it ever is, then you need to tell your trainer immediately because something is not right.
Ok, and the second was from someone wanting to get sports specific training for a 9 year old.
While I applaud their initiative at getting their child in the best shape possible to play a sport, anyone under 12 is most likely not going to get enough from personal training. Instead of focusing directly on training for this age group, focus on fun. Making something really fun — like going out and running passes with Dad might be a better prep for a first timer. Once he decides that he is really in love with football (or whatever sport it is) then you can determine a training program, and personal training, for him.
If you have any questions about personal training or the personal trainer blog — send me an e-mail by clicking the link at the top of the blog. Have a great week!
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