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Personal trainers can provide one-on-one expert advice on how to get fit. Many large-chain fitness clubs and smaller gyms employ trainers, but private trainers are also available to visit your home or office.
Personal trainers should be certified by a fitness school or physical training association. The National Board of Fitness Educators (NFBE) maintains a list of reputable certification programs. | | |
| Typical costs: | - According to Dr. Sal Arria, president of NBFE, the average hourly rate for a trainer is $60-$70 per session. However, trainers can charge as low as $25 per hour, while some high-powered trainers earn as much as $15,000 for a six-week session, depending on geographical location and their experience.
- Where you live greatly affects what trainers charge. Rates are lower in small towns and higher in urban areas, according to A Healthy Me!, a lifestyle guide from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
- There typically is little cost difference between using a trainer at a gym and paying a private trainer to come to you, according to Dr. Arria. Plus, private trainers often bring their own equipment or show you how to maximize yours.
What should be included: | - Trainers should begin the first session by asking what you hope to accomplish, according to The Fitness Almanac. They should inquire about your overall health, including specific problems - such as cardiovascular conditions, mobility limitations or past injuries - that might prevent you from performing certain exercises.
- Muscle building and toning sessions usually will include working with free weights, weight machines or weighted balls to gradually increase the body's core strength, as well as the strength of specific muscle groups, such as the arms, legs and back.
- Weight loss training is likely to focus on cardiovascular exercise offered by treadmills, low-impact elliptical machines or stationary bicycles, with an additional emphasis on diet. Some trainers also encourage clients to keep a fitness journal.
Discounts: | - Online Personal Training Services cost a fraction of what in-person trainers cost. Gym America offers interactive workout and diet regimens for $7 per month or $50 for six months.
- Fitness centers typically offer discounts if clients buy multiple training sessions or sign up for a new membership.
- Because some people have greater success exercising together, trainers sometimes offer discounts to two or more clients for circuit training, a combination of cardiovascular and endurance building, according to Dr. Arria.
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What People Are Paying - Recent Comments |
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| Boxing For Fitness |
| Amount: $100.00 per session |
| Posted by: Debra W. in Suffolk County Long Island, NY. | Posted: January 19th, 2011 12:01PM |
| Gym: Heavy Hitters Boxing Gym | Trainer: Kristian Vasquez |
| Type of Session: Intense Boxing and Cardio |
I feel great during the workouts and after the workouts, I don't box for competition but i feel like i have the skills where i could step in the ring. Kristian is motivating and definitely makes sure I leave his workouts feeling accomplished. Since I started working with Kristian I have lost 30 plus pounds and I just feel brand new. |
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| My amazing trainer |
| Amount: $100.00 per session |
| Posted by: Wendy Tabb in Miami, FL. | Posted: January 19th, 2011 04:01PM |
| Gym: Equinox Fitness Clubs | Trainer: Diego Dias |
| Type of Session: Functional training |
I have always been an athlete. I run, play tennis, swim, box, etc. to keep my mind and body healthy. I had always thought that at 40 I was in great shape. It was not until a friend recommended a training session with Diego did I realize how much more I could get out of my workouts and just how much I could improve. Within six weeks I saw a complete transformation of the body. I feel tighter and stronger and have an incredible amount of energy. I would encourage anyone who wants to experience an amazing workout to give Diego a try..the proof is in the results! |
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| Awesome Trainer |
| Amount: $35.00 per session |
| Posted by: Carolyn Sutherland in Los Angeles, CA. | Posted: February 1st, 2011 12:02PM |
| Gym: In Home | Trainer: Pamela Colvin |
| Type of Session: Full body |
I have worked out with Pamela for approx 4 months. She is attentive and indiviualized my program to meet my needs. I have lost 27 lbs, changed my eating and look forward to our training sessions. |
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| Best Motivator Ever |
| Amount: $40.00 per session |
| Posted by: Mark O in Kirtland, OH. | Posted: February 3rd, 2011 02:02PM |
| Gym: Exercise By Design | Trainer: Paul Schmid |
| Type of Session: Full Body |
I used a home workout for 6 months. I got in decent shape, but I couldn't get to where I really wanted to be. Paul held me accountable and really pushed me to limits I never thought possible. He made the workouts fun, payed really close attention to my form, and kicked my butt! Even on days I didn't want to be in the gym, Paul managed to motivate me. |
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| WEIGHT-LOSS WIZARD |
| Amount: $65.00 per session |
| Posted by: a user in EDISON, NJ. | Posted: February 5th, 2011 07:02AM |
| Gym: IN-HOME | Trainer: JIM DEMETZ |
| Type of Session: FULL BODY/CORE |
THIS TRAINER IS NOT ONLY KNOWLEDGEABLE, BUT AN INSPIRATION. HE HAS HIS OWN SUCCESS STORY. HE LOST 90LBS IN 7 MONTHS AFTER BEING OBESE HIS WHOLE LIFE. I WENT TO HIM WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE,RESTING HEART RATE OF 128 AND 45 EXTRA LBS. ON MY 5'1" FRAME. HE FORMULATED AN EASY TO FOLLOW EATING PLAN AND A WORKOUT PROGRAM. I'VE LOST 40LBS. SO FAR, MY BLOOD PRESSURE IS NOW NORMAL, MY HEART RATE IS NOW 68 AND ALL OF MY CELLULITE IS GONE!! BEST THING ABOUT HIM IS THAT HE TRULY CARES BECAUSE HE'S BEEN THERE!! HIS NUMBER IS 732-277-6070 |
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| weight-loss wizard |
| Amount: $65.00 per session |
| Posted by: Adrian Del in somerset, NY. | Posted: February 9th, 2011 10:02PM |
| Gym: in home | Trainer: Jim Demetz |
| Type of Session: full body |
I'm so grateful to Jim for helping me get motivated and on my way to good healht. he has the knowledge that i need not only as a personal trainer but also with my eating bad habits... |
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| Home Gym |
| Amount: $0.00 per session |
| Posted by: shelagh germyn in Canada, Other. | Posted: February 11th, 2011 09:02PM |
| Gym: Everything | Trainer: Veteran Exercise Trainer |
| Type of Session: Weights, Cardio, Circuit, Running, Triat |
Looking for advice on what to charge clients. I have an eliptical,treadmill, windtrainer(cycle),
bosu, weights, balance boards, TV, bands, TRX Suspension.
Should I charge per session, monthly or yearly???
Help |
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| Weight Loss, fitness trainer and meditation |
| Amount: $80.00 per session |
| Posted by: Fritz K Hentschel in Miami, FL. | Posted: February 21st, 2011 03:02PM |
| Gym: Your Home | Trainer: Beatriz Pirez |
| Type of Session: Hourly session with electronic followups |
Betty is a great personal trainer not only for weight loss but also to learn how to be conscious about what you eat, how you eat and how to combine your food in your meals. She also has helped me greatly with an exercise routine that combines cardio at the gym, bicycling and weights. And if this wasn't enough she has shown me how to meditate. And all of this was done with love and caring as well as with a lot of knowledge that has resulted from her own experience in life. Highly recommended! |
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| Great Trainer!! |
| Amount: $20.00 per session |
| Posted by: Cristal S. in Fairfax, VA. | Posted: March 29th, 2011 01:03PM |
| Gym: Underground Athlete | Trainer: Justin Case |
| Type of Session: Semi-Private |
Justin is the most knowledgeable trainer I have ever met. I have been working with him for about three years and his training programs just keep getting better and better. I'm in the best physical shape of life thanks to him. He is continuously on the quest to learn new things so that he can create challenging programs for his clients. He is an inspiration and a motivator to so many people and I've very thankful to have found him! |
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| dog training suffolk county |
| Amount: $0.00 per session |
| Posted by: Obefrentrem in Hoskins, AL. | Posted: June 27th, 2011 02:06PM |
| Gym: | Trainer: Papua New Guinea |
| Type of Session: Running |
I consider, that you are not right. I am assured. I can defend the position. Write to me in PM, we will talk. |
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| SAVING YOUR LIFE |
| Amount: $75.00 per session |
| Posted by: KIMBERLEY DANIELS in NY, NY. | Posted: August 25th, 2011 05:08AM |
| Gym: INDEPENDANT | Trainer: WINSTON WEDDERBURN |
| Type of Session: CARDIO/STRENGTH |
MY TRAINER IS A FORMER MARINE IN HIS LATE FORTY'S BUT APPEARS AS A 30 ISH VERY HEALTHY MALE. I WAS OVERWHELMED BY HIS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEGE. NOT ONLY DID I LOSE WEIGHT, I DROPPED MY BLOOD PRESSURE AND TOSSED OUT MY MEDS. HE LITERALLY SAVED MY LIFE. |
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| Next Level |
| Amount: $30.00 per session |
| Posted by: Amber B. in Coral Springs, FL. | Posted: August 26th, 2011 08:08AM |
| Gym: wherever you want to train | Trainer: Craig Lawson |
| Type of Session: Bootcamp (kinda cross fit) |
Craig has taken me to the next level. I didnt even know I had a level. 6 weeks, twice a week, my bodyfat is down 8%, I went from 155 stay at home mom, to a 122 lbs, 6 pack having cross fit junkie. I couldnt run any longer than 1 mile at the beginning, but am now up to 6 mile runs with 10 sets of 50 yard sprint at the end. amazing motivator, and caring. I am now getting ready for the crossfit games, and my husband has joined in. thank you. |
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| Personal Training |
| Amount: $60.00 per session |
| Posted by: Claudio in Miami, FL. | Posted: November 4th, 2011 01:11PM |
| Gym: Miami Strength and Fitness | Trainer: Casandra Madero |
| Type of Session: Hour long |
Iv had 4 trainers and Casandra by far was the most focused and dedicated.
She helped me achieve goals and even exceed them.
Give her a shot! |
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| BEST IN TEXAS!!! |
| Amount: $40.00 per session |
| Posted by: Debbie L in Rockwall, TX. | Posted: February 29th, 2012 09:02AM |
| Gym: at home | Trainer: Lacy Frasier |
| Type of Session: full body train |
Lacy worked with me on getting my body in best shape ever! She was so knowledgeable and motivating!! |
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| Personal Training |
| Amount: $75.00 per session |
| Posted by: Chris FT in Santa Monica, CA. | Posted: May 29th, 2012 12:05PM |
| Gym: Fitness Together | Trainer: Kelly |
| Type of Session: Group Personal Training |
Since joining The Fitness Together in November, I have been very diligent with my nutrition, cardio and weight training.I work out with a trainer at Fitness Together 2x's per week and does cardio 5-6x's per week for 30-45 minutes. I have lost over 25lbs. since November and my bodyfat is down 23% from January! |
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| Best trainer in Virginia!! |
| Amount: $45.00 per session |
| Posted by: a user in Colonial Heights, VA. | Posted: September 18th, 2012 12:09PM |
| Gym: DefyGENETICS Fitness Facility | Trainer: Roger A. Riggle |
| Type of Session: Sports Performance |
He has a very unorthodox style of training & I love it! He's very intense and motivated! I'm in the best shape of my life as a result of his training!! I'm more explosive and overall my athletic performance has improved immensely!! |
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| best trainer in nj |
| Amount: $45.00 per session |
| Posted by: dayna manly in warren, NJ. | Posted: October 5th, 2012 09:10AM |
| Gym: home | Trainer: john campbell |
| Type of Session: circuit. super slow. core. |
this trainer is a former pro athlete who specializes in all round fitness. each session was quick, fun and challenging. i found myself motivated and the time just flew by. highly, highly recommend.i am enjoying buying my new clothes! |
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| Detailed strength coach |
| Amount: $60.00 per session |
| Posted by: ciasse barnes in phila, PA. | Posted: October 22nd, 2012 06:10PM |
| Gym: East Falls Fitness Center | Trainer: Tank Tucker |
| Type of Session: strength /condition |
Amazingly detailed about how the body works, and how the muscles move when contracted or expanded.
Teaches a lesson throughout every workout. Professional and great looking! Very motivating also! |
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| General fitness and boxing |
| Amount: $23.00 per session |
| Posted by: Nathan Lee in Costa Mesa, CA. | Posted: December 20th, 2012 04:12AM |
| Type of Session: 1 hour |
10 minutes of core and stretch prep work, and the rest is heavy circuit training. Original agreed upon price was $35 per hour session, but then my trainer tossed in a 3rd day of boxing technique and training for free, which effectively brought my real prices down to $23 per hour. EXCELLENT trainer and I'm seeing a lot of results. |
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| mike pernice |
| Amount: $175.00 per session |
| Posted by: brian brosard in greenwich, CT. | Posted: December 28th, 2012 07:12PM |
| Gym: home | Trainer: mike pernice |
| Type of Session: weight loss |
ive been working with mike for years, only trainer that has kept me interested and disciplined. great results, and truly passionate about his work. |
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| Amazing personal trainer |
| Amount: $45.00 per session |
| Posted by: J Natalie in Miami, FL. | Posted: January 8th, 2013 09:01PM |
| Type of Session: Moderate to intense |
Amazing trainer Darling trained me as an MMA fitness model to bs a ring girl in 3 months, the fat shed off my body like butter! She can be reached at vachy11@yahoo.com |
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| Oh MY Trainer! |
| Amount: $100.00 per session |
| Posted by: Kim64 in Hoboken, NJ. | Posted: January 28th, 2013 03:01PM |
| Gym: My Complex Building | Trainer: Leyla |
| Type of Session: Weight/Cardio/Nutritional |
Leyla has taught me everything I need to know about how to maintain my diet, what body parts to work out when, and even what supplements to take in order to stop the soreness! I loved every moment of working out with her! She also has an online virtual training program which is what I started with. She gave me a 30 day plan on what to eat, what to take, and what workouts to do. She also spoke with me every week to check up on how i'm doing! Then she mentioned that since I live within her radius, she would offer one free session of personal one-on-one training in my complex and see if I liked it. Did I like it? I LOVED IT! I was comfortable with Leyla right away and she really knew how to make me enjoy the exercises. We didn't do those typical trainer exercises that gym trainers usually make us do. No, she made me get on the machines. I felt my legs and butt BURN when I was doing the exercises. I recommend her to any woman in the Metropolitan area! She's young, fit, healthy, and great! |
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| Great Personal Trainer |
| Amount: $75.00 per session |
| Posted by: JoAnna S. in Orlando, FL. | Posted: February 3rd, 2013 04:02PM |
| Gym: Home | Trainer: Johnnie Daniels |
| Type of Session: Core and Cardio |
Johnnie is a great trainer. He is very focused and listens to me. He has been helping me in my weight loss journey and I have lost a total of 27 pounds in 8 weeks. He gave me a life fitness plan which includes eating right as well as working out. He made sure that I was able to follow the plan. If I had any issues he worked with me and adjusted the plan. He is an awesome personal trainer who listens to his clients. His workouts are really tough but well worth it. I would recommend him to any woman in the Orlando/Lake Mary who is looking to get fit and improve her health. |
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| Awesome Trainer |
| Amount: $65.00 per session |
| Posted by: a user in Miami, FL. | Posted: March 18th, 2013 01:03PM |
| Gym: In Home | Trainer: Nelson - Hip 2B Fit |
| Type of Session: Strength / Weight Loss |
I was reluctant of joining a gym, but having trainer come to my house was a great experience. Nelson trained me hard and kept me going even when I wanted to quit. I feel stronger and leaner and have lost weight - what a find. Nelson can be reached at (786) 417-7772 or nelson.hip2bfit@gmail.com. |
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| Wight loss |
| Amount: $35.00 per session |
| Posted by: Medo in San diego, CA. | Posted: March 27th, 2013 11:03PM |
| Type of Session: Wight loss |
I want it every day from monday to thursday |
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