Personal Trainer????

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone goes to a personal trainer and if so how successful they've been? I've recently heard about a personal trainer/chiropractor in my area that charges your medical insurance, however, the $20..00 co-payment is due each time you go. The big beneift (I think) is that he works with many bariatric patients. To think that I'd have to go at leats 3 times a week to make a strong committment and to see results, seems very expensive to me. I am down approximately 80lbs since 7/31/06. I have been EXTREMELY inconsistent when it comes to exercising. I know that it must be part of my week to continue and maintain my succes. Just curious if anyone has had results and or comments. Thanks in advance! Another though****er aerobics, has anyone tried ti? Grazie, Maryellen

Hi Maryellen If you're talking about Dr. Dan I say go for it if you can afford the $20.00 co-payment a session. He's cheaper then a trainer from the gym and he totally understands us bariatric patients and our needs. He is a total sweetheart and he's great at getting post-op patients to move! He's also very plesant on the eyes! Jane

Hi Jane, Yes, I was referring to Dr. Dan. I got a free trial card at a support group meeting but I haven't called him yet because of the hefty copayment times three times a week. Why can't they just be happy with what the insurance company will give them? Maryellen

Hi Jane, Sorry, I haven't responded sooner.....so busy at work lately and taking an Intercession class as well. Do you go to Dr. Dan? How often do y ou go? If so, do you think he'll work with me with the copayments? Thanks for the info. Maryellen

I used a personal trainer for one year after my surgery. I toned up and I lost so much weight that first year...then she moved on and my gym didnt offer a personal trainer anymore! I would recommend to anyone to use a trainer! They really pushed me and i loved it! I would love to get the information on the trainer that you are talking about! I have been looking for one for a while! thanks Lisa

Hi Lisa, I will email you the information, the free trial pass card is at work. Tomorrow I will bring it home and send you the details. If I remember correctly, he has an office in East Patchogue and one in LIndenhurst. Hay, maybe we can go together...I'm in Sayville, jvery close to Holbook. Maryellen

Hi Lisa, Sorry I didn't respond sooner...really busy at work and I'm taking an Intercession class as well. Anyway, his name is Dr. Dan and he is located at 250 Yahpank Road in EAst Patchogue. His number is 957-7377. When this interecession class is over, I'm definitely calling him for a free trial. Good luck and keep in touch! Maryellen

Hello and congrats on your weight loss, i was wondering if you know of any personal trainers in this area .. in the bronx? or if your doctor knows, that is a great way to keep up with losing weight and it is a whole lot cheaper than any at the gym..

sorry, don't know of any trainers in the Bronx...but I know of really good restaruants and bakeries on 187th street and Arthur Avenue....lol Maryellen

lol lol .. ok thanks maryellen ....