8 Reasons to Invest in a PT

Spring has well and truly sprung, and people’s minds are turning to a summer of short

sleeves, Jandel’s and drinks by the lake. The gym is getting busier as everyone comes out

of hibernation. I’m getting a lot of enquiries about personal training sessions for individuals or pairs. This month lets dive into the many benefits of personal training and why a refocus session with fresh educated eyes can be just what is required to get your training back on track or take it to the next level.

Many of us are juggling work, family, long commutes and even split shifts so staying

consistent with your fitness can be tough. Being efficient and effective in the gym is a must.

Having specific goals that interest you and are relevant to what you want to achieve will keep you planning those gym visits weekly. That’s where Personal Training can be a huge advantage to you. It isn't just for athletes, gym pros or the super wealthy, rather it's a smart investment for anyone looking to build meaningful change in their health, form or function.

The core purpose of personal training is to create a customised path to your goals, whether

that's weight loss, muscle gain, injury rehab or better mobility for everyday tasks such as

picking up the grandkids or working under the hood. It's especially useful for countering the

physical demands of our local rural life. For over 30 years I’ve had positive outcomes for hundreds of PT clients in ways they didn’t think were possible.

Let's break down some of the key benefits:

1. Boosts Accountability and Motivation:

A trainer keeps you showing up, even on the tough days. Studies highlight how this reduces dropout rates from exercise and sustains long-term habits. It can be that extra push you need - the difference between skipping sessions or hitting your goals.

2. Personalised Plans for Your Needs:

Unlike one-size-fits-all fitness apps, trainers take into consideration the demands of your lifestyle, how your body moves and responds, your health and fitness history and what you actually want to achieve. This is perfect for those of you with busy lives, unique schedules, injuries, unique goals or even those that simply need accountable and want to be safe. The list goes on.

3. Expert eyes on you:

Perfect form and technique every rep of the workout which is a game changer when you have limited time in the gym or are a complete novice beginning your gym journey. Fast tracking and optimising training.

4. Injury Prevention:

Great PTs like we have at Central Fitness spot form errors (like in last month's low row) to make exercises safer and more effective, reducing risks while boosting efficiency.

5. Great value for the Money:

Having great intensions and a hap hazard plan count for nothing unless you can put it into practical steps. Having a gym membership that your scared to use or simply unknowledgeable enough to use can be a waste of time and money. Getting set up right with a great program and confidence is extremely valuable in the long run. Starting off with a trainer to show you the ropes then having monthly catch ups as you grow in confidence and skill is a great option.

6. Education on Health and Fitness:

You'll learn about nutrition, recovery, and how your body works, and the reasoning behind one choice of exercise over another, empowering you for life beyond sessions.

7. Faster Results and Goal Achievement:

With targeted programs, spotting and encouragement you see progress quicker, whether toning up, managing cholesterol, or prepping for next year’s sports season. Fast track a lot of the learning curves on difficult but more effective exercises and completely eliminate wasted minutes in the gym googling exercises or how to stretch ya tensor fasciae latae.

8. Emotional Support and Fun:

Trainers provide encouragement and a fully turnkey solution making workouts enjoyable and less intimidating. Basically, show up with an awesome attitude and be guided every step of the way and empowered along the way to become more independent, resilient and effective in the gym.

So, if you have thought about getting your training back on track or bravely joining our great

local gym give personal training a good hard thought. We have spring specials for

individuals and groups going on for the next few months so the cost might be much more

reasonable than you thought. It’s an investment the future you will thank you for!

As always, we are here to help with anything health and strength related, whether starting

personal training or tweaking your routine.

As always, yours in good health.

Shane

temuka@centralfitness.co.nz

www.centralfitness.co.nz