Anyone Have a Personal Trainer Recommendation ?
I had RNY 7 weeks ago tomorrow, and was cleared to get back to the gym at 6 weeks. I really am starting to think that I'd like to work with a personal trainer for a bit to help jump start me back into a workout routine. Because our needs are so specific, I am wondering if any of you fellow Minnesotans have any recommendations on good personal trainers.
I am a member of Lifetime Fitness, my preferred gym being the Plymouth location. I would like a trainer who would be able to meet me there. I know they have personal trainers AT Lifetime, but I just feel I might be able to find a good one who is not employed by Lifetime for a more affordable price. I have done some looking online, but anyone can make a site saying they are a personal trainer. And a lot have nutrition as part of their training "package." Since I have my dietitians at my WLS Clinic, and have such specific nutritional needs being an RNY patient, I just want a trainer who focuses on cardio and strength training. Not to mention, it would be nice to work with someone who is familiar with working with us WLS folks. I know some people in the fitness world are opposed to surgery, so I don't want anyone who is going to critique my decision.
Anyway, any help would be great! Or even an idea of a reputable place to look! Thanks!
I am a member of Lifetime Fitness, my preferred gym being the Plymouth location. I would like a trainer who would be able to meet me there. I know they have personal trainers AT Lifetime, but I just feel I might be able to find a good one who is not employed by Lifetime for a more affordable price. I have done some looking online, but anyone can make a site saying they are a personal trainer. And a lot have nutrition as part of their training "package." Since I have my dietitians at my WLS Clinic, and have such specific nutritional needs being an RNY patient, I just want a trainer who focuses on cardio and strength training. Not to mention, it would be nice to work with someone who is familiar with working with us WLS folks. I know some people in the fitness world are opposed to surgery, so I don't want anyone who is going to critique my decision.
Anyway, any help would be great! Or even an idea of a reputable place to look! Thanks!
Starting Weight: 359.9 lbs Day of surgery: 345 lbs My Goal: 170 lbs Surgeon's Goal: 145 lbs
"Nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels."
"Nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels."
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on 11/3/10 12:09 pm - Clear Lake, MN
on 11/3/10 12:09 pm - Clear Lake, MN
I LOVE my trainer......
He is the lead fitness trainer at Snap fitness in St. Paul & Mpls....
Jonathan Ross Barthel, he's on facebook too....
Barthelfitness.com
He's young, 22 years old.....But damn good.....I had him come to my home to set me up on a workout.....It kicks my butt and I already see results after 3 months.....
Kelly
He is the lead fitness trainer at Snap fitness in St. Paul & Mpls....
Jonathan Ross Barthel, he's on facebook too....
Barthelfitness.com
He's young, 22 years old.....But damn good.....I had him come to my home to set me up on a workout.....It kicks my butt and I already see results after 3 months.....
Kelly
I don't have any PTs to recommend - my last one was in Chicago - but just a warning to make sure your gym allows outside trainers. Some don't and will only allow you to use the ones affiliated with them.
Good luck! I loved having a trainer - he definitely made me do things I NEVER would have done on my own in a gym.
Good luck! I loved having a trainer - he definitely made me do things I NEVER would have done on my own in a gym.
Highest Weight (2008): 360 Surgery Consult Weight: 340 Day of Surgery: 318
Height: 5'10"
Thanks! I know people at my gym who have outside personal trainers, but I will have to double check and make sure that the policy actually allows it, and that its not just "they haven't been caught."
Starting Weight: 359.9 lbs Day of surgery: 345 lbs My Goal: 170 lbs Surgeon's Goal: 145 lbs
"Nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels."
"Nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels."
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