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What You Forgot to Ask Your Personal Trainer

7 Questions to Find the Very Best Trainer for You

-- By Jennipher Walters, Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
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You already know how personal trainers help you reach your goals and push you to the next level, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned exerciser. You probably also know a little about how to choose the right trainer with the proper qualifications. However, how do you find the absolute best trainer for you and your goals?

I'm about to share a secret with you: Not every personal trainer—no matter how fabulous or talented he or she is—is going to be right for you. You may be dazzled by proven results, certifications and background, but by asking just seven questions, you can tap into exactly whom the personal trainer is and whether he or she will gel with you. Approach it as if you're in human resources and hiring for a big position in a big company. After all, you're pretty darn important, and you're handing over a big piece of your life here. When meeting with a personal trainer for the first time, most people ask solid basic questions, but these less traditional and less conventional questions really give you a sense as to why the personal trainer has chosen his or her career and what he or she can do for you. Read on to learn what questions to ask to find YOUR best trainer!
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Jennipher Walters Jennipher Walters
Jennipher Walters is a certified personal trainer, group exercise instructor, and lifestyle and weight management consultant. She also blogs regularly about her own fitness adventures at www.fitbottomedgirls.com.


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