Question re personal trainers

[Derf]

Well, if you really want to achieve your goals... he is giving you a plan that will get you there.

Weight loss requires will power, dedication, and sometimes an annoying angel in your ear telling you what NOT to eat.

I'm am not trying to sound harsh... so forgive me if I am.

I just know for me... and you are my size... for someone as small as us already... it takes SERIOUS DEDICATION and WORK to lose weight. We can't just fluff through it and eat bad food and not exercise and still lose weight. If someone has 50-70 pounds to lose (or more!), they can eat a little less and lose weight. That won't work for us.

Now, you might also want to tell the trainer what works for you... meaning... him picking over every little thing you eat... is driving you NUTS!

But you also need to be prepared for him to possibly drop you as a client. Some trainers just won't tolerate working with clients who aren't willing to do the work they want them to.

I am sure you two can find a balance between the two though.

Keep in mind, he's just doing what he knows to do... to help you achieve your goals.

Good advice. Thanks. I think I didn't realize/appreciate how hard it would be to lose 10 lbs. Also, I checked his certifications and one is ACE, one is from some 24-Hour fitness program and I cannot recall the name of the other one and it's in my gym bag which I left in my car! Will edit when I get the info. Thanks again everyone.

[KSH]

Good advice. Thanks. I think I didn't realize/appreciate how hard it would be to lose 10 lbs. Also, I checked his certifications and one is ACE, one is from some 24-Hour fitness program and I cannot recall the name of the other one and it's in my gym bag which I left in my car! Will edit when I get the info. Thanks again everyone.

Well, with that said.... I have found that I can lose weight... by monitoring my calories and NOT taking in extra protein.

I had someone who recommended protein shakes, and I use to drink them. I have since realized that I can lose weight and be healthy, and consume food that I enjoy, vs. stuff that tastes like *yuck*.

Maybe you need to find food options that fit into your daily life easier? I know every meal plan they have made for me at 24-Hour has been unrealistic... and I just looked at the calorie count and made my own meal plans that fit their calorie count.

Also, keep in mind that the 24-Hour Fitness trainers... are told to PUSH supplements, etc. That is where money is made for them (24 Hour). Not that the supplements are bad, but you can lose weight without them.

[Derf]

Well, with that said.... I have found that I can lose weight... by monitoring my calories and NOT taking in extra protein.

I had someone who recommended protein shakes, and I use to drink them. I have since realized that I can lose weight and be healthy, and consume food that I enjoy, vs. stuff that tastes like *yuck*.

Maybe you need to find food options that fit into your daily life easier? I know every meal plan they have made for me at 24-Hour has been unrealistic... and I just looked at the calorie count and made my own meal plans that fit their calorie count.

Also, keep in mind that the 24-Hour Fitness trainers... are told to PUSH supplements, etc. That is where money is made for them (24 Hour). Not that the supplements are bad, but you can lose weight without them.

I should have mentioned that he's not longer at 24-Hour Fitness. The club I go to is called Spectrum. I think they are in SoCal and in Texas (San Antonio area). The funny thing is, I like the protein smoothies. He told me to add in blueberries, raspberries and 1/2 a banana. They actually taste good and are fairly filling, but I've started cutting back on how much protein powder I use. You are totally right about finding stuff that fits into my life. I work a lot, so it's hard to make good meals during the week if I haven't gone to the grocery and planned accordingly. I've noticed that a lot of my bad eating occurs when I'm starving and haven't planned out a healthy, practical meal.

I only weigh myself on Fridays, so I will see where I'm at tomorrow. I am wearing a pair of pants today that feel much looser than they ever have before, so I guess that's a good thing. Trainer also said that he can tell a difference in my legs and that they look thinner to him.

[han-grrl]

I always say when it comes to fitness and weight management, failing to plan is planning to fail. If you are committed to the weight loss goals you really need to pan out your food day. that means bagging lunches, containers of appropriate snacks etc.

Keep up the good work Derf!