If you’ve been trying to achieve your goals but it hasn’t worked, it’s time to try something new. No matter your fitness level, you need new actions to get new results. Whether you’re aiming to do a couch to 5k or finish a marathon, getting support, a structured training schedule and the know-how to reach your goals is key — and a personal trainer can give you just that.
Studies back up how their support, expertise, and accountability make a difference in not only goal achievement, but long-term exercise enjoyment. You’re more likely to keep working out long after seeing a trainer, which means fewer yo-yo workout streaks and diets.
Of course, many people are hesitant to hire a personal trainer since they’re expensive and not always convenient. That’s where our friends at trainwell come in — you get a trainer’s expertise, motivation, and accountability without a heavy cost. Plus, the convenience of training right from your phone, anytime, anywhere.
What also makes trainwell’s trainers stand out is their effective ways to make exercise an enjoyable habit that works for you.
From stuck to strong: The benefits of having a personal trainer
Whether you’ve been working out for years or you’re just starting out, a trainer helps you reach your potential. It’s like going for a run with a group of pumped-up runners and a leader who pushes you to keep pace (all the while blasting upbeat music). You know you’re more likely to push yourself in that scenario versus going for a jog alone at night after a long workday. With an online trainwell trainer, you can keep the convenience of running on your own schedule, but you still get the push, fun, and accountability of a group full of pumped-up people.
,br/> This list of benefits comes together to make you progress far more than you would alone:
Accountability and motivation
Science shows you’re more likely to take it easy (and give up) when you exercise on your own. Different studies point out how a personal trainer improves performance, consistency, and even perceptions around exercises. They can actually help you enjoy working out more and increase your problem-solving skills, which helps with overall behavior change.
Without a trainer, you might spend less time exercising, get comfortable at a slower pace, or just do sporadic runs here and there to prepare for an event like a 5K. A trainer checks in, adjusts your pace, and keeps you accountable to your training schedule (and they make sure you have a schedule that works for you). They can make running a fun challenge and give you the drive to work out on days when you otherwise wouldn’t feel like it.
Training expertise
Trainers bring specialized knowledge that helps you take your workouts to the next level. For example, if you’re a runner you need specific plans for recovery, ways to optimize your stride, and techniques to avoid injury (nobody wants plantar fasciitis preventing future marathons or all-day exploring while traveling). You get specific tools to improve your pre-race warm-up, perfect your form, and get the most from every run.
Tailored workout plans and goals
Cookie-cutter plans don’t work. They might offer ideas and give you something to follow — but it’s not your plan. It’s not fit for your unique lifestyle and needs. If you want to improve your speed and endurance, you need a program that aligns with your body type, history of injury, motivation, and performance level. Whether it’s shaving a few minutes off your mile time or strengthening specific muscles to avoid pain, your trainer can tailor your plan to address every strength and weakness.
Practical and emotional support
Training for a long-distance event like a 5K is as much a mental workout as a physical one. Developing an encouraging and compassionate mindset for yourself is key to progressing. A trainer helps navigate the highs and lows that come. That includes hitting plateaus, celebrating milestones, or facing injuries and motivational setbacks. Trainers use their expertise and motivational interviewing techniques to help you overcome self-doubt and continuously reassess your goals to ensure they’re realistic. What can feel like an isolating and demotivating journey to health can turn into a path full of encouragement, accountability, and practical support techniques that move you forward.
Healthy habits that last
A personal trainer doesn’t just prepare you for one race; they set you up with skills and habits that improve your overall health and fitness for years to come. Having a structured and supportive space with a trainer can teach you to develop practical goal-setting and problem-solving techniques. The lessons learned can be integrated into your life and taken forward on your own. For example, one study showed that a trainer improved decisions and self-efficacy in college women. They also increased long-term commitment to exercise, which is something most of us have a hard time with.
Convenience
Plenty of people hate the gym, and if you’re one of them, you might benefit the most from a personal trainer. That’s why trainwell’s trainers are available at a time and place that works for you, whether it’s at home, outdoors, or a gym. Your workouts are designed for your preferences, and you have a say in how they go. Everything is adaptable and the support you need is available right from your phone. We blend expert coaching with the freedom to train on your terms. We want you to love your workouts so much that you don’t want to stop, even after your time with your trainer is up.
Go farther, faster: How trainers help you smash plateaus
Here’s what you can expect from a personal trainer to help you move past blocks and reach your goals:
- Personalized workout plan: No two runners are the same, and your training plan shouldn’t be either. Trainers craft a plan that addresses your strengths and areas for growth. For example, if you struggle with endurance, they might include interval training with runs to improve your stamina. If you have an injury, they’ll create a plan that gets you strong and healed, reducing setbacks and pain.
- Tracking: Studies show that monitoring your progress makes you more likely to achieve your goals. Accountability boosts this effect, increasing your chances of success even more. We all need someone supporting us who creates deadlines (which are essential) so we have the push to complete what we said we’d do.
- Feedback and adjustments: With a trainer, you can fine-tune a plan that changes as your needs and preferences change. Many of us hit plateaus, get bored, or develop an injury and need specific mobility exercises. Let’s say you can’t run faster than a 9-minute mile. Your trainer will analyze your pace, stride, and recovery routine and offer actionable feedback to break your barriers.
- Pushing plateaus and hitting results: With a little support and encouragement, we can achieve much more than we ever thought possible. A trainer helps you unlock new levels of strength and resilience. That might look like setting a personal record for a 5K or building the confidence to get to a 10K (and one day a half-marathon, who knows?).
Ready to thrive?
The benefits of hiring a reliable trainer can last long into your future. You get so much more than a personalized plan (after all, knowledge alone isn’t enough). The motivation, accountability, and push to get out of your comfort zone keep you consistent and help you reach new heights. Your running game can completely transform, where you can hit new milestones and break old limits.
Set yourself up for success
At trainwell, you get a trainer who adapts to you, wherever you are. You can even choose the personality type of your trainer so you get a vibe that works for you, whether that’s a gentle approach or a bit of tough love. Our certified trainers set you up for lifelong success. They teach you not just knowledge, but habits that keep you going even after your time together is done. Try a free 14-day trial today to see first-hand how your mental and physical health can reach heights you never thought possible.
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