Personal Trainers?
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Like most people the first lockdown really mucked up my routine. Before I'd go the gym before or after work, then things went to rat s
t and I had both kids at home, and had to juggle childcare, working, not leaving much time or energy to do much exercise. A famiy member has recently aquired the services of a remote PT i.e. not a PT that you see face to face in the gym, they basically set workouts, tell them what to eat and have a weekly check in etc. I initally scoffed at this, however it's got them some very good results. I have a reasonably good understanding of nutrition and exercise the latter has never been the problem but like most people it's the former that lets me down. I think having that accoutnablity would be of a help to me.
I'm going to WFH now for the foreseeable future, with the kids back at school (for now at least) I can build some exercise into my routine. Has anyone engaged the services of such a PT? Part of me still thinks I just need a bit more self dicipline to and stop being a fat bd and save some cash.....
t and I had both kids at home, and had to juggle childcare, working, not leaving much time or energy to do much exercise. A famiy member has recently aquired the services of a remote PT i.e. not a PT that you see face to face in the gym, they basically set workouts, tell them what to eat and have a weekly check in etc. I initally scoffed at this, however it's got them some very good results. I have a reasonably good understanding of nutrition and exercise the latter has never been the problem but like most people it's the former that lets me down. I think having that accoutnablity would be of a help to me.I'm going to WFH now for the foreseeable future, with the kids back at school (for now at least) I can build some exercise into my routine. Has anyone engaged the services of such a PT? Part of me still thinks I just need a bit more self dicipline to and stop being a fat b
d and save some cash.....a311 said:
Part of me still thinks I just need a bit more self dicipline to and stop being a fat bd and save some cash.....
I would try that first, but failing that... d and save some cash.....My wife (who isn't fat but wants to maintain her weight and prevent it creeping up) has had some success with some sort of food diary app. It obviously requires honesty about what you are eating/snacking on. It seems to be the (sugar) snacking, booze and processed foods that causes the problems for many.
My wife also has a subscription to an online fitness instructor (Julia Buckley), but it is not one-to-one, although that service may well be available. She enjoyed following the classes.
Fwiw, a lot of people don't seem to push themselves hard with exercise. You do need to vary the intensity, and not kill yourself, but high intensity sessions a couple of times a week (intervals or circuits) appear to work well alongside strength sessions and lower intensity endurance sessions.
a311 said:
Like most people the first lockdown really mucked up my routine. Before I'd go the gym before or after work, then things went to rat st and I had both kids at home, and had to juggle childcare, working, not leaving much time or energy to do much exercise. A famiy member has recently aquired the services of a remote PT i.e. not a PT that you see face to face in the gym, they basically set workouts, tell them what to eat and have a weekly check in etc. I initally scoffed at this, however it's got them some very good results. I have a reasonably good understanding of nutrition and exercise the latter has never been the problem but like most people it's the former that lets me down. I think having that accoutnablity would be of a help to me.
I'm going to WFH now for the foreseeable future, with the kids back at school (for now at least) I can build some exercise into my routine. Has anyone engaged the services of such a PT? Part of me still thinks I just need a bit more self dicipline to and stop being a fat bd and save some cash.....
I'd be interested in hearing any responses as I really struggle when it comes to nutrition. Pre lockdown I had an weekly PT session in the gym, but whilst that was billed as a fitness and nutrition I don't think it got past use a spiraliser to make courgetti and eat lots of Turkey. Learn't enough from the PT to keep myself occupied in the gym post lockdown and am going 5/6 mornings a week but not really seeing the benefit as I need to nail the nutrition part.... t and I had both kids at home, and had to juggle childcare, working, not leaving much time or energy to do much exercise. A famiy member has recently aquired the services of a remote PT i.e. not a PT that you see face to face in the gym, they basically set workouts, tell them what to eat and have a weekly check in etc. I initally scoffed at this, however it's got them some very good results. I have a reasonably good understanding of nutrition and exercise the latter has never been the problem but like most people it's the former that lets me down. I think having that accoutnablity would be of a help to me.I'm going to WFH now for the foreseeable future, with the kids back at school (for now at least) I can build some exercise into my routine. Has anyone engaged the services of such a PT? Part of me still thinks I just need a bit more self dicipline to and stop being a fat b
d and save some cash.....mx stu said:
I'd be interested in hearing any responses as I really struggle when it comes to nutrition. Pre lockdown I had an weekly PT session in the gym, but whilst that was billed as a fitness and nutrition I don't think it got past use a spiraliser to make courgetti and eat lots of Turkey. Learn't enough from the PT to keep myself occupied in the gym post lockdown and am going 5/6 mornings a week but not really seeing the benefit as I need to nail the nutrition part....
Don't do Weight Watchers or Slimming World. Eat porridge (with nuts and fruit, not syrup) or (good) muesli, lean meat, eggs, plenty of colourful veg, nuts, some non-too-sugary whole fruit. Go easy on the potatoes, pasta and rice.
Don't eat cakes and puddings very often. Never eat those massive US style cupcake muffins or pastries.
Don't snack between meals, or if you do, a handful of whole nuts rather than a Mars bar .
Don't eat too much.
Not for you, but generally: Make exercise a habit. It doesn't need a gym. You don't burn off as much you think unless you try hard. The "fat burning zone" doesn't do much on a 15min session on a static bike or cross trainer.
Edited by MC Bodge on Monday 5th October 17:00
mx stu said:
I'd be interested in hearing any responses as I really struggle when it comes to nutrition. Pre lockdown I had an weekly PT session in the gym, but whilst that was billed as a fitness and nutrition I don't think it got past use a spiraliser to make courgetti and eat lots of Turkey. Learn't enough from the PT to keep myself occupied in the gym post lockdown and am going 5/6 mornings a week but not really seeing the benefit as I need to nail the nutrition part....
My impression of the fitness industry is that it's not really regulated in any shape or form on the advice that can be given. i.e. Joe Bloggs can probably do a 1 hour online course then probably call themselves a PT or whatever, which doesn't really equip them to give advice on nutrition. Where to become a qualified nutritionist you most likely have to go to university get a degree etc. You can't really out exercise a bad diet which is what I'm trying to do most of the time, and likely what you are. Also exercising a lot on a basic level it makes sense you're burning more energy through exercise so you need more fuel in the form of food.
I followed this guy for sometime https://bencoomber.com/ he's got a well known podcast but for me got a bit too commercial. I signed up to one of his programmes and it was very education and got good results. Was a series of daily emails, pre recorded videos and a facebook group it lacks the personal interaction with 'the coach' as such. A lot of take aways that have stuck with me but that lack of accountability then when you're off it, it's down to you to have the will power. It touches on the phycology which for most I reckon is where the main issues lie.
a311 said:
PushedDover said:
Read 'Living with a Seal' by Jesse Itzler.
HTH
After getting a free audible subscription with a new phone contract I listened to the David Goggin's audiobook-A lot of people seem to suggest this is a good follow on to anyone who enjoyed that so will give it a go. HTH
On days when I look out the window and grumble- the Seal has me in the saddle. 10 minutes later I wonder what I was thinking of dipping a shoulder.
Listen to him on the Rich Roll podcast too.
It’s all a mental challenger, not physical. Game changer for me.
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