Article by Exclusive Fitness
The internet has given us so many gifts … and not just the double-edged sword kind, like Facebook and Twitter! It has truly made it the information age, and the prevalence of the internet in everything we do has led a lot of people to replace ‘real-life’ personal trainers with Google, bloggers and article sites selling a product. So, with the help of the internet, can you DIY personal train? We look at the benefits and drawbacks of using Google to replace your personal trainer.
How Would I DIY Personal Train?
In the discussion below, we’re comparing the often-spruiked fitness method of using the internet to discover fitness techniques, find sample workout plans and answer questions, with the traditional method of using a real personal trainer in Brisbane.
DIY Drawback: Lack of Motivation
Hiring a personal trainer is motivation in a jar. Having a set appointment booked and paid for can be just the kick you need to get off the couch and stop making excuses. This can help you see initial results, and motivate you to continue with your fitness plan.
DIY Drawback: Lack of Expertise
The internet can speak only in the most general possible terms about exercising and fitness. You’ll find that even on expert question-answer sites and forums, the process of trying to find information specific to your situation and problem can be absolutely painstaking.
When you hire a trainer, you get a customized workout plan that is tailored to your goals, you have the opportunity to have an expert watch and correct your technique (see below),
DIY Drawback: Technique Issues
If you’re unfamiliar with fitness programs, a Brisbane personal trainer can teach you the proper technique for everything from lifting a weight to running down the street, to ensure you get maximum output with minimal risk of injury. When you DIY, you run the risk of injuring yourself and interrupting your workout routine seriously.
DIY Benefit: Cost
Cost is the obvious and major benefit of replacing your personal trainer with a search engine … however, it is definitely not simply a matter of putting in a little extra time and getting the same results. There are plenty of personal training services that it simply isnt possible for you to DIY …
DIY Benefit: Flexibility
When you DIY personal train, you get to decide the exact place, the exact time and the exact style of your workout. If you prefer to be in control and guide yourself, personal training doesn’t hold as many advantages.
DIY personal training in Brisbane can work for some … but just about every fitness-seeker can benefit from at least an initial assessment and plan from a personal trainer in Brisbane.