Online Personal Training
Working with a personal trainer online is not massively different from seeing a trainer face to face during a One-to-One session or a Partner session. Of course, the biggest difference is the variety of equipment but does that mean you can't get results... Absolutely not.
Motivation, accountability, consistency & tailored individual coaching are the key factors that allow people working with trainers the ability to gain better results. This doesn't go away just because you're not in the same room as your trainer.
When it comes to having an online trainer vs simply performing online workout videos, of course any form of activity is going to assist you in moving towards a goal, however, the benefits of working with a coach are lost when it comes to simply watching a recorded video.
Motivation usually comes from interaction with a trainer that can tailor sessions around your likes/dislikes, abilities, how you're feeling that day & your specific goals...a video can't do that.
Accountability comes in the form of conversations around your habits & behaviours and working WITH you to move you closer to your goal...a video can't do that.
Consistency comes when you have a regular appointment booked that you're not likely to cancel because another human being is waiting for you and wanting you to get to your goal, sometimes more than you do...a video can't do that
Absolutely, that's the beauty of it. You can still achieve results even without having your own home gym or having access to loads of equipment. In fact, the majority of people I work with don't have any equipment but we still work hard and achieve great results.
Sessions are comprised of weekly nutrition & habit-coaching conversations (which are where the majority of results are gained) plus, practical exercise tailored to your goals.
Regarding the practical aspects, those without equipment will focus on bodyweight-based structured sessions which drive you towards your goal. If you do have any equipment, great, we can simply utilise anything you have available to aid in your progression.
The main things you'll need are:
- a decent internet connection for smooth video viewing.
- a small space to move. One metre square is fine but anything more is a bonus. All exercises can be adapted to what you have available.
Don't just take my word for it, here's a selection of what clients think:
"I think it’s super helpful getting me back motivated. Just feeling like I can still workout at home, just because we can’t go anywhere I’m still getting the coaching and advice needed to keep me on track" (Alicia)
I was worried that I would start to lose my fitness whilst unable to have face-to-face PT workouts with Joe, but my fears were unfounded - my online training sessions are working so well. Joe continues to adapt each workout, as he does for face-to-face training. The ability to continue with my weekly workouts has helped both my physical & mental well-being; maintaining a weekly routine, as well as my fitness, is so important. I would definitely recommend Joe. He is very supportive, & pushes me to work hard every time (Christy)
I've been a client of Joe's for a few years now, being able to continue our 1 2 1 sessions online during the multiple lockdown experiences have been massively important to me. To be able to carry on training with his help, support and guidance, just as we would in a personal setting has not really been any different what so ever! Ok he is a little smaller on screen but all the same advice, motivation and encouragement is there as before. He has catered my home workouts to include all the equipment I have at home although no equipment is needed as we have done on several sessions purely body weight exercises, which are as demanding and and enjoyable as using any equipment available. The only difference has been the setting, I get to complete the sessions without leaving the house and you do not need masses of space to complete them either. Joe always does his homework with his clients into see what space is available and will always cater to that to make sure the training is adaptable and safe. It has been a great benefit to my mental health too as alot are suffering because of uncertain times, he and our sessions are my bit of normality to look forward to (Marissa)
Joe has been helping with my fitness since Jan 2020 and then Covid happened!! Since then I have enjoyed online fitness sessions at home and it works really well. It has helped focus the body and mind over what has been a difficult time for everyone. You don't need too much space and even without equipment we are still put through our paces. In Bingo terms I'm "clickety click" so give it a try (Gill)
I have been going to Joe’s fitness sessions since January 2020. Since Covid I have been enjoying online fitness sessions which work really well. It is very convenient and is keeping me well and fit in these difficult times. These weekly sessions are not only important for physical health but for mental well-being (Heather)
I have continued to do online coaching throughout lockdown via Skype and it has really been an essential focus for me keeping above all the negativity in the world and continuing to make me feel the best I can be so as to inspire others to do the same. I am only at the start of my journey but still as motivated as ever to continue and push through until I find that new me I have always wanted but never found the time. Mypremcoach has made me realise that there really is never any excuse not to exercise and eat well and find time for yourself and make you feel good, the real issue is finding that someone or something that can personally show you this and help you achieve and make it a reality (Liz)
