1. “Training is hard work.”
Training can certainly be hard, but it should not be perceived as work! Good training is challenging, appropriate and enjoyable. For example, I am doing 6 repetitions of 30 second side planks as part of my physical therapy program and it is hard. I am exhausted by the last one. However, I am getting results – my hips, glutes and legs are much stronger. Hence, I reaping the rewards of my hard efforts and every plank keeps a smile of satisfaction on my face!
2. “I need to be in shape to train with a trainer.”
Regardless of your fitness level, from the deconditioned, the fitness enthusiast to the highly fit athlete, a trainer will work with every client without judgement, but with compassion and understanding.
3. “I hate to exercise. “
You may hate to exercise, but do you like to play? Most people would respond yes. Then go out and play like a kid again. When I started my swimming program, I played like a kid. I blew bubbles in the pool, kicked, splashed and floated until I completed my first lap. I am improving with each swim, and having fun too!
4. “I don’t have time to exercise.”
Everyone has time, whether it’s 20, 30 or 60 minutes a day- it’s a matter of how make the time and to prioritize. I schedule my workouts in my PDA. I need a visual reminder, and almost always it works without fail.
5. “Training is too costly.”
Celebrities are not the only ones who use trainers. Today there are so many options available, from short term training (limited to a number of sessions or a specific program), to partner, group training and classes. With so many reasonable options who wouldn’t want to invest in their health?
What’s your training misconception?
Stay Tuned for Part 2.
