PWR Personal Training Blog

Tuesday, 23 September 2014

Top 10 Benefits of Small Groups Training

Here at PWR Personal Training, we are proud to launch our small groups PT packages for the autumn 2014. Look out for our introductory offers here.
WHY BOTHER?
Small Group Training (SGT), or semi-private training (usually 2-10 participants) is rapidly becoming one of the hottest trends in the fitness industry. In fact, IHRSA (International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association) listed SGT as the #5 in their list of health trends.
These are some very good reasons why SGT is becoming so popular. Here is the top 10 benefits (in no particular order). SGT offers:
1. More personal attention – While Group Exercise offers many benefits, the instructors are not always able to see and correct each individual class member.
2. More economical – Personal Training provides the most personal attention and greatest opportunity to succeed. Some people, however, may find that SGT fits into their budget better and still gives them the attention they need.
3. Variety – By working with a knowledgeable fitness professional, your workouts will change/evolve as you progress, preventing hitting a plateau and boredom.
4. Camaraderie – Let’s face it, workouts love company. Sharing the workout enhances the experience for participants.
5. Motivation – Having someone exercising right beside you can push you a little harder than you might do on your own.
6. Support – Both the Trainer and other participants are there to help you get through the challenges of the workout and the obstacles in life.
7. Greater focus – There’s no time to let your mind wander with a Trainer keeping tight programming and watching your every move.
8. Fun – Yes, fun. The right exercise program done with friends can definitely be fun.
9. Adherence – Research shows that members that are involved in programs are more likely stick with it. With all of the previously listed benefits, how could you not want to keep coming back?
10. Results – When you stick with a well constructed program, you will get the results.
So, Small Group Training, this missing link between group exercise and 1 on 1 personal training, may be the answer to helping you reach your goals this Autumn and beyond.

Tuesday, 19 August 2014

Laura on her way and 9lb lighter

(Flash update: Laura now 12lb lighter!)

Good news for current PWR member, Laura from Blackburn, who has been training hard on the treadmill and with kettlebell workouts, to produce a 9lb weight loss in July and August 2014. A concerted effort to moderate her lifestyle to include regular exercise and to get organised to prepare healthy, home cooked food has led to this encouraging early progress, on which to build further reductions in body fat.
Combining this healthy lifestyle with running her own limited company has been an impressive job well done.

To start your journey, we offer a no obligation meeting, for you to discuss your goals.
Click here to book a free chat with Paul.

Tuesday, 20 May 2014

PWR Clients continue to achieve their goals...

Just to illustrate the success you can achieve if you set your heart and mind to it. With the right vision, guidance and a slice of dedication, your goal is within your reach...Busy mum of 3 and business woman (50+ year old) Sue set out her goal, in December '13 - to run a 10km in May '14. She had concerns about tight hips and back pain from the start, not to mention being a novice runner. We worked through a gradual programme of jogging, working steadily and carefully, increasing both distance and duration through the weeks, with flexibility and core work built in, and a focus on proper timing and content of food intake.

Sue completed the Manchester 10km on Sunday 18th May, in 65 minutes

Rachel Green is a regular at our Monday night Kettlebell Workout Class. Rachel is training in preparation for a 3 week trip to the Himalaya mountains in late 2014.