Rudey, are you a convert because of the yoga, or the girls?


Why couldn't I find this thread when I searched for it last month? :confused:

All of the above are good suggestions, and I'd like to add that you are entitled to ask for their certifications. Personal training is a certified profession, and a good one will have taken the course, which also includes CPR and basic first aid.

Also, ask for references (and call them!). This is job interview like anything else, and a pretty important one. You want a trainer with a reputation for promptness and attentiveness as well as professionalism.

Lastly, be upfront about your goals. What exactly do you want to do? Are you looking to lose 10 lbs? run a marathon? lose baby weight? recover from an injury? fit into a wedding dress? All of those things require a different approach (one of my trainer friends has a "wedding dress special" workout that targets the usual bridal worry areas!). And not all trainers specialize in what you want. You don't want to be trained by a guy who always trains bodybuilders if you're just needing to tone up your tummy and get some motivation.