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Personal Training
One size does not fit all!
Joshua Caira
TRIBES Head Coach
13 January 2025
There are countless advantages to working with a personal trainer over training on your own. Beyond encouragement and support, a personal trainer can offer motivation and accountability that may sometimes be hard to find within yourself. So, even on those mornings when your enthusiasm is low, having someone by your side can make a world of difference, helping you rediscover your drive and stay on track.
Personal training is about following a guided, goal-oriented fitness plan. It's about having someone who not only knows the right path but can tailor that path specifically to your goals and strengths, providing the most effective approach for you. In many ways, a personal trainer is the ideal workout partner, offering the perfect blend of support, challenge, and expertise.
One of the most valuable aspects of personal training is individualisation. Following a generic program doesn't work for everyone, as people differ widely in their genetic abilities, fitness goals, mental approaches, and physical strengths and weaknesses. A personal trainer will assess you professionally, creating a plan designed to suit your unique needs, helping you build a fitness journey that's both effective and safe.
A good trainer also ensures that your progress is consistent and strategic. They craft a progression path that keeps your body adapting and moving toward your goals while minimising risks of injury or burnout. Many people who have trained alone for a while eventually hit a plateau, struggling to find a way forward. At this point, working with a personal trainer can provide renewed focus and direction.
Moreover, personal training fosters a strong relationship with fitness that extends beyond workouts. Building a bond with your coach creates a reliable foundation, reinforcing not only your physical fitness but also your overall well being and positive relationship with health.
Education is another invaluable feature of personal training. As you progress, you gain knowledge, confidence, and independence.
Ultimately, you'll reach a point where you can take charge of your fitness journey, equipped with the skills and understanding to keep achieving your goals-even without a coach.