28/08/2022
It's that time of year - the kids go back to school soon and you're starting to think about a bit of you time, a bit of self care, and maybe you need a PT to get you going....?
There are a few things to consider before you go for it - what sort of gym do you like, or do you prefer to exercise outdoors, or even at home?
Be honest about how much time you can commit - both time with the potential PT *and* working out independently.
What sort of service do you want from a PT?
It's important to meet with a potential PT before starting, so that you can discuss these things and see whether you 'click' with them.
Once you've decided whether you like them (I'm sure I'm not for everyone and whilst I'll always do my best for you, I appreciate not everyone gets on with everyone else) you then need to consider they're qualified and insured to provide what you need.
All PTs operating in the UK should be qualified to at least level 3 in personal training and even then, there are still things we aren't allowed to do. The main thing people ask me about is meal planning and that's a biggie - as a L3 qualified PT that's something we can't do. We can discuss what's healthy, we can help you calculate your macros - how many calories and what types of food you need - to achieve your aims, but that's it unless we're a qualified dietitian.
Also it's important to check your PT is insured correctly. It's unlikely, but should something happen to you whilst under their care, you need to be reassured that they have adequate cover.
I'm happy to discuss this with anyone looking for a PT and even if you decide I'm not your speed, I can point you in the direction of other awesome PTs that may be more your cup of tea.
Have a great day.
