Why Did I Hire a Personal Trainer, and Is It Really Worth It?

Investing in a personal trainer is not something I ever thought I would do. In the past, I've just tried to do a workout video a few times per week. I do well for the first week or two, then it ceases to be a high priority, not to mention all the little ones under my feet while I try to keep up with the video. This time, I decided that I needed someone to tell me what to do and keep me on track. Plus, going away from home to a gym gives me some free time. It's nice to get out sometimes and not have a van-load of kiddos with me. I know all you moms can relate to that! It gives me a scheduled time set aside to workout. My trainer is a huge support and encouragement, and it helps to have someone keep me accountable.


A lot of days, I have to stay home because Matt is either working or on call. On those days he sends me an at-home workout plan based on the equipment I have at home. I'm always doing something different. So, it never gets boring, and I feel like I'm working out more strategically. This is a financial investment for us as well which is a big motivator for me to make the most of it and work hard.  And, yes. It has been worth it for me. In birthie terms: He is my health and fitness doula. :)

Today was a home day for me. He sent me my workout plan, and it was all core exercises. Bridge is my favorite. I can hold that for 3 1/2 minutes. Honestly, it just feels good after planks! Planks with my feet on a stability ball (aka my red exercise ball) is insane! I hold it until I fall over after maybe 5 seconds. haha So, I decided to do more regular planks for now until I get stronger. Anyway, it was still a good workout, and my core feels worked. So, that tells me it went well.

This morning, my gym was so kind to do a member spotlight about me. As far as my husband is concerned, it may as well be a golden trophy or something! He's been bursting his buttons over it all day. I am no more special than anyone else at that gym, and it is an honor to have been chosen.

It's cool how your perspective changes as you get older. I never thought I'd feel comfortable in a gym, but every time I go, I feel more at home. Last time I was there, a lady who was working hard with her friend saw me pushing the sled, and said something like, "Keep working! You can do it!", and I said, "You too!" and gave her high five. It was cool to make a connection like that. So simple, but it makes the other people in there start to look like regular people. Thank you, sweet lady in the gym! I'll keep working hard!