by glenn on November 19, 2012
You see them on the morning news, afternoon talk shows, and the evening news programs offering their take on the latest buzz in the health and fitness industry. Some of them are there to show you a gut-busting 3-minute abdominal workout, while others are there to provide insight on how the latest nutritional advice can effect exercise. You will see them in the latest gossip magazine mentioned by an actress lost the baby weight in 8 weeks and looks amazing. You see them credited by an actor who bulked up to play an action hero role. Whatever the reason they have gotten on television, it is important to remember that these personal trainers put their pants on one leg at a time, just like everyone else. While a few of them may have a celebrity client, most trainers do not. Therefore, not every trainer on tv is a trainer to the stars. They got on television for reasons other than a famous client and they me also be located right in your neighborhood and ready to work with you.
Quite simply, they may be extremely good at what they do. They are knowledgeable and come highly recommended. Clients speak highly and often of them. Health and fitness is a very popular and engaging subject for the media, so show producers are constantly looking for trainers and instructors to include in their segments. In New York City, there are numerous media outlets from all areas of the trade; television, online, or print media. When they look for talent, thereis no need to look further than their own backyard, as New York City is home to thousands of personal trainers.
Every NYC personal trainer brings something unique to a diverse lot with extremely different backgrounds, skill sets, and experiences. These various skill sets come in all different combinations. Perhaps one is a dancer who rehabilitated himself and became a personal trainer. Another might be a former professional
athlete who now passes along his experience to others. There may also be others who are cancer survivors who inspire others with their story and training philosophy. These are stories within stories, as people not only want to learn how to improve their own lifestyle, but they also want to feel a connection with the messenger. Search within your neighborhood for a NYC personal trainer and you will find that more than a few have had on air opportunities to share their
expertise on a particular area of health and fitness. Remember, before beginning any exercise program, consult with your primary care physician.
by glenn on September 21, 2012
When setting off on the road to finding a personal trainer, it is important to take an introspective look at yourself. Decide what you want. Figuring out what your fitness goals are is a big part of that. Imagining what you want to look like at the end of the process is important, too. However, while it is important to try to connect with a personal trainer who looks like they could be the role model who can help you reach those goals, it is more important not to let how the trainer looks be your deciding factor.
If you look at the profiles of fitness trainers available at your local gym or at pictures of trainers across the internet, it is easy to get caught up in trying to pick the one that has the great physique. Sadly, though, the trainer who is posing with his shirt off and showing off the six pack abs is probably doing more to drive away potential clients rather than attract them. Many people find those types of pictures intimidating. An attitude or arrogance comes through, not the trainers skills and knowledge of physical fitness. While your goal may be to look more like that trainer in the picture than what your current physical state is, you don’t want to feel like you are going to be worked over right from the beginning. You aren’t ready for that.
What most people are looking for when scouring a catalog of trainers is a picture that sends the message that the personal trainer Manhattan is a professional, personable, knowledgeable, personal trainer, who stays physically fit themselves, and is ready to help someone else achieve their goals. This isn’t done with a smile-less expression and a shirtless pose. Most people want to see a genuine, natural smile on the face of a personal trainer Manhattan who by way of some athletic clothing gives off the message mentioned above.
With all this talk about the importance of the picture, what you really should be looking at is what are the skills and experience that makes this person the right Manhattan personal trainer for you. Here is where the introspection comes into play. By already knowing what your goals are your limitations are, and your needs are, you can match that all up with what you are learning about the trainer. If they can’t meet your needs, then it is time to move on. If they do meet your needs and they look like someone who you want to work with, then it makes sense to reach out and have a conversation with them. While the personal trainer’s picture may visually capture your goals, they may not be able to get you there. Read the words behind the trainer. They will tell you if the trainer is right for you.
by glenn on September 20, 2012
Nowadays when you catch a fitness segment on television or a video on the internet, you tend to find that the personal trainer is always a
chiseled, attractive physical specimen. While the old idea of a personal trainer was a hugely muscle bound man with doorway wide shoulders and tree trunk legs, the newer stereotype is one of a trainer who is lean and well defined. However, in the real world not every trainer is built to be on television. In fact, some of the most inspired and passionate personal trainers may not look like fitness professionals at all. So, do your research when looking for the perfect personal trainer. There is a story behind every one of them.
Some personal trainers NYC are just genetically gifted and personal training seemed like a natural fit for them, as they pursue a career in acting or modeling. In New York City, this is not an uncommon situation. They work with their clients around auditions or photo shoots. For
themselves, the staying in shape comes easier than for most people. As a personal trainer developing programs for clients, it is important to be able to show that they have the knowledge and expertise to create and effective plan to help their clients reach their fitness goals.
For others, becoming a personal trainer New York City was born out of a life changing event or achieving their own fitness goals, but
they may not look like the trainer you see on television. For the person who is looking to drop 50 pounds, they may enjoy connecting with a person who became a trainer after their own weight loss achievement. After almost every season of The Biggest Loser, one of the contestants becomes a trainer or group fitness instructor so they can inspire more people to take control of their health and feel as good as they do. Though you may recognize them from the show, they do not look like the stereotypical personal trainer. However, the knowledge and experience they have acquired through education and personal experience will resonate with a certain population of people.
The bottom line is that you will want to do your due diligence on candidates when seeking the services of a personal trainer New York City. While you need to confirm that a personal trainer’s credentials are current, it can be just as important to know that your personal trainer will understand you, how you measure your success, and how to help you when you stumble. The chemistry that exists between a client and their trainer can extend the bonds well beyond the one-hour session and help propel a person to their fitness goals.
by glenn on September 9, 2012
Are you looking to get in shape, or maintain an optimal fitness level? If you live within the five boroughs of New York City you will find many avenues for fitness. Whether it is Yoga in Queens, personal training in Manhattan, Pilates in Brooklyn, boot camp in the Bronx or one of many other options you can find it in the Big Apple. New York City is home to one of the largest concentrations of fitness professionals in the United States. While a majority of them work in gyms, many of them are independent fitness professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to strike out on their own to start a business.
I had a friend who once walked from the Upper East Side of Manhattan to Coney Island. Along his 13 mile walk, he must have passed a number of fitness facilities. From a Brooklyn Yoga studio offering many exciting and interesting classes to an Upper East Side personal training gym providing one-on-one training to satisfy the beginner or the professional athlete. Every nook and cranny of New York City has mind/body studios, gyms, Crossfit workouts, dance studios and much more available for the fitness conscious person. Once you have decided what interests you, it is easier to begin to focus on which place will suit you best.
In Manhattan there are several places utilizing Russian Kettle bell training. Classes like these are approximately a half-hour long and designed to be an intense muscle workout through the use of these simple, but versatile weights. A form of exercise that is centuries old, is just now picking up steam again.
Queens yoga classes offered, some with Pilates. Bikram Yoga in Rego Park and Astoria Queens offers the “Original Hot Yoga.” The classes are ninety minutes and are done in a room that is 105 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat allows muscles to stretch more easily, therefore the muscles can be stretched further as in after you “Warm-Up” without actually going through the process.
Many of the Upper East Side Personal Trainers available have certifications from some of the top certification agencies such as the American College of Sports Medicine. You need only look at a short bio or profile of these trainers to see what they are about and their level of experience. What is unique about working with an Upper East Side personal trainer is that not only can they meet you at a gym, but apartment dwellers with a gym in their building can utilize personal training services there. The fact is that if you want to be fit, there is no shortage of ways to accomplish your goals in the five boroughs of New York City. Remember, before starting any physical fitness or nutritional program see your primary care physician for a consultation and check up.
by glenn on August 1, 2012
It is no surprise that many people across the New York City metropolitan area struggle with their weight and health. There are hundreds of opportunities to eat out at
restaurants and to make bad food choices during the day in the Big Apple.
While many local residents walk or ride their bikes to work, to run errands and more, many are still overweight and obese. However, many of these same individuals have attempted to lose weight and tone up over the years without success. If you are included in this group of individuals, you may be considering the benefits
associated with working with a personal trainer NY.
A NY personal trainer is most often . contracted to provide you with personal service. This may include the development of specific workouts, such as pilates NYC, as well as assistance with meal planning. Whether you enjoy pilates NYC, kickboxing, jogging or other activities, your personal trainer can assist you in developing an excellent training program that will interest you.
One of the reasons many people give up on their diet and exercise efforts is because exercising simply loses its fun appeal. It becomes a chore that they have to do rather than something they look forward to doing. With this in mind, you can see that the personal assistance and guidance of a professional personal trainer NYC can help you to achieve the best results. With a tailor-made exercise program specifically designed for you, you can indeed achieve the fitness results you
want to see.
by glenn on July 19, 2012
Exerciseis an important part of obtaining a healthy and fit body. Without proper exercise, it is not possible to obtain that dream body or perfect health most individuals desire. While it is important to get plenty of exercise, it is also important to ensure the form is accurate. Without proper form, exercise
movements can cause serious injuries that take time to heal and slow down fitness goals. A New York personal trainer is the ideal individual to get
involved in fitness goals.
A Manhattan personal trainer will help improve exercise abilities by giving advice, teaching new exercises and ensure that form is accurate to prevent injuries.
The best trainers will also explain when to rest and the best ways to eat for the maximum results. A personal trainer is more than just an exercise coach. He or she is also a diet coach and a form of encouragement when motivation is running a little low. The personal trainer will issue advice and suggestions that make it a little easier to perform exercises. The trainer will also help push their clients to new heights by encouraging heavier weights, more repetitions or even just longer
training sessions.
The end result is that beach body and a healthier exercise habit. Fitness is an important part of looking and feeling as healthy as possible. Meeting fitness goals often starts with getting professional help to learn proper form and exercise habits. With time, the help of a professional will ensure that overall health improves.
When looking for a personal trainer in New York City, there are two major considerations. Clients want to find someone with a good reputation who will get the job done well and they want the services at an affordable price. Personal trainers tend to be on the high end of the spectrum when it comes to fees but that is the case about most anything in the city. While personal trainers may charge as much as $150 an hour, thereis the potential to find one that only charges $40. A reasonable range to expect is around $75-$105 an hour for a single session with a little leeway in either direction, but one shouldn’t be surprised if it creeps up higher in parts of the city.
Anyone considering a personal trainer should bear in mind that it is an investment in one’s health and body. There isn’t anything else in this life that is more
important. Money spent to stay fit and live longer is money well spent. When choosing from one of the many New York personal trainers, select someone who is
experienced, well-educated in physical fitness and who has positive reviews from others. Find out if the trainer is nationally certified for an added vote of confidence in order to get one’s money’s worth. An online search that requests reviews will provide feedback and assist in making an informed decision.
Other considerations affecting price include the location of the session. Will you have the personal trainer come to your home or meet them at a gym. Requesting a personal trainer New York City, who mainly works outside of your area, to come to the home or apartment will most likely be more expensive.
Another important consideration is the length of time that the personal trainer New York City is needed. If a trainer costs less, but doesn’t provide good results after a year, that is money wasted. However, if a client pays a little more but has that phenomenal body within a few months, that personal trainer is well worth the extra. In the long run, it will actually be a savings for clients.
There are few instances where beginning a fitness routine under the careful eye of a personal trainer could have negative consequences. Nonetheless, it can happen. It is highly recommended that anyone starting a new fitness routine see their doctor for a full exam and get their approval to begin a rigorous routine. Most NYC
personal trainers will require a health history questionnaire be filled out before your sessions can begin ad that will be one of the questions. If your personal trainer-client relationship does not start this way, it may be a red flag and a sign you should find another personal training partner.
by glenn on June 17, 2012
The most powerful force you can have on your side is knowledge. This is not just the book smart kind of knowledge. This type of knowledge is of yourself, your current health status, your current lifestyle decisions, and the nutritional knowledge to be able to take action to create the desired change.
While weight is something that is measured on a scale by the number shown, it isn’t always best to measure your success, or failure, by the scale. Success is achieved by learning what works best for your body, adding more of that, and crowding out what doesn’t. You’ll measure your success by how good you feel.
Start by doing some easy research on yourself with a three day food intake log. Make sure these are three fairly routine days. Write down every morsel and any physical activity, if possible. After three days, you will have collected enough information to see where changes can be made. Analyze the data for possible areas for change. If you need help, consult with a local nutritionist. Based on the consensus need for change, you will need to consider the current flexibility of your daily schedule. Start with a nutritional few changes at a time. See how your body reacts then consider your next moves.
If you have children or spend long hours at work, consider packing foods for the day. Schedule in your snacks, meals, and a bit of exercise. Don’t worry what your friends might think. Weight loss and fitness goals are as individual an experience as you can get. If you are menstruating, this is also not a good time to measure your intake nor to implement change. Many women can be distracted from their goals by this, as well as work, kids or other personal responsibilities. If you have a setback, don’t dwell on it. Start fresh the next day.
Remember to see your doctor for a complete checkup before starting any physical fitness or weight training program. A complete annual physical should be a part of everyone’s wellness plan. This simple visit to your doctor can help stave off chronic or serious health problems from developing. This is especially important if you will be working out when you are alone. If you are at risk for any health problems, you will want to know before you get started. Plus, this will give you a great picture of your current state of health so you can do an accurate before and after comparison. Enjoy your workout!
New York City personal trainers are both stationary and mobile trainers. Some work exclusively at gyms, while others also travel to the homes or offices of their clients working out at their home of office gyms or just using free weights, exercise bands, work out balls or steps conveniently located in the building. Their clients quickly learn how beneficial working out with a trainer can be. When they open up and share life’s stresses with their trainer they often get something better than advice, but after a relentless workout, they simply feel more empowered to tackle the problem themselves.
A personal trainer in New York has the flexibility of working with a large number of clients, because getting from one client to another is made easier with public transportation, the subway and bus as well as taxis. Clients from all walks of life inhabit the city of New York. A personal trainer may find that he or she has clients that are famous actors, Wall Street executives, secretaries, transit workers, athletes and business owners. Only their rates will limit who they might serve.
Fitness does solve a lot of problems that stem from eating the wrong foods and lack of exercise, like weight gain and some mood disorders. It can also improve some relationship issues. When you’re healthier, it’s easier to enjoy the company of your significant other. You’ll naturally be happier and more relaxed when you work out during the day. You’ll feel more comfortable with your body when your muscles are stronger and you have more energy. All these benefits are reaped when you exercise and with the guidance of New York City personal trainers.
A personal trainer in New York may serve clients best when he or she also offers a listening ear to their clients. It’s easier to give your all to a trainer who cares. Those extra reps are difficult, but so much easier to push though when you know the person asking for that push truly cares about you. Fitness solves a lot of problems, because the trained client has a clearer mind to handle life’s ups and downs when they’re in better shape.
No matter what your frame of mind, personal training is not something to be entered into without some self evaluation. Remember, before starting any physical fitness or weight training program, see your doctor for a complete checkup. A complete annual physical should be a part of everyone’s wellness plan. This simple visit to your doctor can help stave off chronic or serious health problems from developing.
There are many enticing benefits of kettle ball training. This fact holds true for advanced athletes and people who are just starting to get in shape. The popularity of exercising with a kettle ball is sweeping New York City.
It seems like everybody is talking about the benefits of kettle ball training in New York City. You hear about it on the subway, from co-workers and friends.
There’s good reason for these increasing popularity. Kettle bell training affords a triple threat to those love handles you’re trying so hard to banish. This type of exercise offers strength training, cardio and flexibility training for busy people, who need to maximize their workout time. You can kiss those jiggles goodbye with kettle ball training because it helps get you fit without the boredom that can sometimes come with exercise machines and regular weights. People who are already in shape will see themselves grow even stronger and leaner with kettle ball workouts.
Some may want to pop in a DVD and work with a kettle ball on their own. Of course, that strategy may be OK for some people. The best way to learn how to blast fat and handle a kettle ball with the kind of finesse you need and crave is with a qualified personal trainer NYC.
The best part of working with a personal trainer NYC is that this fitness expert can help give you tips and tricks to accelerate your kettle ball training. Another great reason to try kettle ball training with a personal trainer NYC is that this professional can give you exercises you can do at home on your own to give yourself the kind of body you want and deserve. You’ll never get that kind of personal attention and tailored workout from watching a video or trying this on your own.
A professional trainer also can help guide you should you have any injuries. Other excellent benefits include maximizing your time and reaching your fitness and weight loss goals more quickly. These amazing benefits make working with a trainer for kettle ball training a wise decision.
