How to Select a Personal Trainer

Tips on finding the Trainer with the right qualifications and fit

We know that finding and choosing a Trainer can be a little confusing and, for some, intimidating. That is why we have tried to take the guesswork out hiring a professional. It’s as easy as finding the right fit! Here’s how to get started.

1. Qualifications
First, you want to ensure that the Trainer is qualified to guide you through safe, effective workouts, no matter your goal. All of Smooth Moto’s trainers meet or exceed the basic qualifications.

Basic: A Personal Trainer should hold a current National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredited certification such as National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA). And, they should be CPR certified. This will give you the assurance that you are working with a professional who has the knowledge and skills to provide you with a safe and effective workout, no matter your goal.

Advanced: A college degree in exercise science or a related field is a definite plus. This means that your Personal Trainer has a solid educational foundation in exercise program design.

2. Finding the Right Fit
Once you know the Trainer is qualified, you’ll want to find the Trainer that will best match your needs. To help you find the right fit, each team member's bio answers all of these questions and more. And, if that’s not enough, they are just a quick phone call or email away (contact info can be found on each team member’s bio.)

Gender: What about the Trainer’s gender? Some people do better working with a Trainer of the same sex; others prefer the opposite sex.

Availability: Some people like to exercise in the morning, some in the evening. Can the Trainer accommodate your schedule?

Professional Experience: How many years has the Trainer worked with clients? What areas of training has the Trainer worked in and where are their training interests?

Specialization: Does the Trainer have expertise in a certain area of fitness or prefer to work with certain types of clients, for example those with goals like losing weight, training for endurance, improving speed and agility, toning up, getting strong or maintaining health?

Testimonials: Who have they worked with and what do they have to say about their training? You can also ask the Personal Trainer for references to answer your more detailed questions.

3. Personality
Though they are qualified, not every Trainer is going to be the right fit for you. Developing a personal, yet professional relationship with your Trainer is very important. Trust your instincts. Ask yourself if you think you could get along well with the trainer and whether you think the Trainer is genuinely interested in helping you. The Personal Trainer you select should motivate you using positive, not negative, reinforcement. Importantly, that trainer should be someone you like.

Overall, the knowledgeable and experienced Personal Trainer who fits your style is the one to hire — because that is the professional who will help you achieve the best results.

At Smooth Moto we are committed to providing a fun, casual, safe environment; superior customer service and RESULTS! We have the Trainer for you and the unparalleled expertise to get you where you want to go.