When You’re Getting Bored
Trainers usually have a few specialty areas of their own like boxing, strength training, or running, to name a few. If you’re looking for something outside of your trainer’s wheelhouse, speak up and let them know. You’d be surprised how much experience your trainer has, or is willing to learn to keep clients happy and motivated.
However, if your trainer insists that you only walk the treadmill and do the same dumbbell routines for every single workout, do not hesitate to walk out of that gym. If you need to shake things up for a while, try some new classes, like yoga, dance, or swimming and come back to a personal trainer when you’re ready.
When Your Diet Isn’t Getting Attention
The best trainers want to make sure you don’t ruin all your hard work with a bad diet. When you start working with a trainer, whatever your goals are, your trainer should talk to you about healthy eating to support your workouts. Ask your trainer for a meal plan or nutrition coaching if you think this has been overlooked. If your trainer can’t deliver, you should find a trainer who can!