Personal training and group training are both great ways to get in shape, stay accountable, and stay motivated. Since the pandemic started most people have been working from home. During this time some people have lost the motivation to workout because they were stuck inside their homes. This post will discuss the benefits of personal and group training.
Personal Training
Personal Training is perfect for individuals who want one-on-one training that is personalized just for them. This person may have specific goal that that they would like to accomplish. This person might also have an injury, medical history or be new to exercise. However, a personal trainer is here to help make your workout fit just for you.
Benefits of Personal Training
- Accountability and Motivation
- Learn How to Exercise on Your Own
- Need to be Challenged
- Not Seeing Results from Your Own Workouts
- Don’t Know Where to Start
- Specific Injury, Illness or Condition
- Training for Sport Events
- Supervision, Company, and Support During Workouts
Group Training
Group Training can be done in a small group, large group or even a class. The instructor creates a workout that caters to all fitness levels, so multiple people can enjoy the workout regardless of their fitness level. During the session the participate has the luxury of doing what they can, while the instructor offers progressions and modifications. The purpose of group training is to get individuals moving in a group setting. Most people participate in group classes because of the social aspect. It is fun to workout with friends, co-workers, family, and other people in general.
Benefits of Group Training
- Motivation
- Structure (not having to think or plan a workout)
- Proper Form
- Variety of Classes
- Accountability
- Fun
- Social Environment
Since both types of training provide benefits to your fitness goals, most individuals will engage in both types of training. If you are wanting to make a change to your own personal fitness routine, ask the JOHO staff about personal training and group training to see how you can benefit from each of these.
-Olivia Callan
Health Fitness Specialist