What to Look For In a Personal Trainer

If you are looking for a personal trainer, you should look for someone who is certified. You will also want to take a good look at what kind of shape he is in. If he is not in good shape, chances are he will not be a good trainer. If he is too buff he may be very strict and hard to get along with. You may want to set some rules and tell him exactly what you want and expect from him.

You will want someone who is sympathetic to your cause and won't criticize you. Instead he will be able to encourage you. He should have references and be as kind as Richard Simmons. He should work along with you so that it will make you more eager to do the exercise.

You will want to find someone who has compassion but can motivate you into believing that you can accomplish your goal. You will want to have a goal in mind and not let him set one for you. If you reach your goal and want to go further then that is an entirely different thing. You have to be able to confide in him/her and feel at ease with him. He should be prompt and not pushy or domineering it will only add stress to the workout and cause you to eat as soon as he leaves. Or you may just want to strangle him or tie him on the hanging bar from his feet.