The Importance of Personal Training for Mobility and Strength
Are you on the path to a healthier, stronger body? Don't do it alone! Personal trainers are not just about motivation and accountability. They play a crucial role in optimizing strength training and enhancing mobility by creating tailored programs to help you meet your goals.
Learn why a personal trainer's expertise is invaluable and what a personal training session at Dr. Charlie Seltzer Lifestyle Medicine entails.
Benefits of Working With Personal Trainers
1. Tailored Programs: The same workout program doesn't work for everyone. In our physician-supervised personal training, our personal trainers, along with Dr. Seltzer, design customized workout plans tailored to your fitness level, goals, and any physical limitations you might have. Whether you're trying to build muscle, improve flexibility, gain strength, or recover from an injury, we will ensure that you're doing exercises that are both effective and safe.
2. Correct Technique: One of the reasons you should work with a personal trainer is to learn proper form and technique. When you aren't doing an exercise correctly, it can lead to injuries and hinder progress. With a personal trainer, you'll receive hands-on instruction and feedback to ensure that you're performing exercises the right way. The hope is that you take what you have learned and implement it in your own gym sessions to supplement the personal training sessions.
3. Progressive Overload: Strength training is all about challenging your muscles to grow and adapt. The average person may not know when to change their routine. However, personal trainers understand the principles of progressive overload and help you gradually increase the intensity of your workouts. This approach ensures continuous improvement without overwhelming your body. The goal isn't to leave the training session not able to move. We want to push you just far enough so you can do it again the next day.
4. Mobility Focus: The ability to move freely and easily is as important as strength. When you work with a personal trainer, they'll incorporate exercises that improve joint health, flexibility, and range of motion. This focus on mobility helps prevent injuries, enhances overall performance, and contributes to a better quality of life.
5. Accountability and Motivation: Achieving fitness goals requires consistency and effort. Personal trainers offer the accountability needed to stick to your program and provide the motivation to push through challenging workouts. Studies show that when people have committed to a trainer or class, they are more likely to succeed because they have accountability.
What to Expect from a Personal Training Session
1. Initial Assessment: At Dr. Charlie Seltzer Lifestyle Medicine, your first personal training session begins with an assessment. During this assessment, we will discuss your goals, identify any limitations or injuries, and evaluate your current fitness level. This conversation helps the trainer and Dr. Seltzer create a safe, effective workout program just for you.
2. Warm-Up: At the start of every session, your trainer will have you do a warm-up to prepare your body for the workout. Your trainer will guide you through dynamic stretches and mobility exercises that prepare your muscles and joints, reducing your risk of injury.
3. Structured Workout: The core of the session will involve a structured plan that includes a mix of strength training and mobility exercises. Your trainer will guide you through the exercises, ensuring you use the correct form and technique. To keep the program diverse and engaging, they will incorporate a variety of equipment such as free weights, resistance bands, kettlebells, barbells, and machines.
4. Cool-Down and Stretching: At the end of every session, your trainer will lead you through a cool-down period that includes static stretching and relaxation exercises to aid recovery and prevent stiffness. Doing this also helps to improve flexibility and reduce muscle soreness. At Dr. Charlie Seltzer Lifestyle Medicine, our trainer, Josh, holds a certificate in manual stretching. He can stretch you after a session, or you can book a specific stretching session with him!
5. Feedback and Adjustment: Throughout the session, your trainer will provide feedback on your performance and adjust as needed. They may modify exercises to suit your abilities better and address any discomfort you might experience.
6. Progress Tracking: Our personal trainers will track your progress over time to ensure you're on the right path toward your goals. They record performance metrics and adjust your program based on your progress, providing continuous support and guidance to keep you confident in your journey.
Start Working With a Personal Trainer
Investing in a personal trainer is more than just hiring someone to guide you through a workout; it's about having a professional partner dedicated to your fitness journey. Dr. Seltzer holds his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certificate and has over 20 years of experience in the training industry. Alongside Dr. Seltzer is our team of experienced personal trainers who are ready to help you achieve your fitness goals so you can enjoy a stronger, more flexible body.
So, whether you're just starting out or looking to take your fitness to the next level, a personal trainer can help you reach maximum success.
Learn more about our personal training programs and schedule your assessment today!
