Often I get questions about people not being able to reach certain goals or that their progress has slowed. They usually ask me what to do. My first suggestion is to look at the 5 components of fitness.

Each component is extremely important. Do you have all 5 components in your program?

1. Proper Nutritional Intake - Most people underestimate their caloric intake by about 30%

2. Proper Hydration and Supplementation - Are you drinking enough water? Is your body getting the proper amount of nutrient with the foods you are eating?

3. Proper Cardiovascular Training - Are you reaching your target Heart Rate and sustaining it during your cardio workout?

4. Proper Strength Training / Resistance Training - Are you on a strength training routine? Did you know that lean muscle is your number fat burning tool? Are you implementing the proper amount of reps, sets and exercises with the proper rest in between?

5. Professional Assistance - Have you ever heard the saying ” Knowledge is Power”? Well, in the subject of health and fitness it certainly rings true! Learning about the proper components of health and fitness is priceless! This one component will fuel the rest!

Those who think that professional assistance is expensive is sooner or later going to have to find money to treat sickness and disease.

1. Improve Your Overall Fitness. IDEA surveys show the primary reason people hire personal trainers is to get professional assistance to improve cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, endurance, posture, balance and coordination. 
2. Reach or Maintain a Healthy Weight. Body fat reduction, weight reduction or management, body shaping and toning can all be achieved with the aid of a qualified trainer. 
3. Learn to Stick to It. Qualified personal trainers can provide motivation for developing a lifestyle that places a high priority on health and activity. 
4. Focus on Your Unique Health Concerns. Your trainer can work with your physician, physical therapist or other health care provider to plan a safe, efficient program that will speed your recovery or enable you to reach your health goals. 
5.  Find the Right Way to Work Out. You will learn the correct way to use equipment, and appropriate form and technique for cardiovascular work and free-weight training. 
6. Stop Wasting Time. Get maximum results in minimum time with a program designed specifically for you. 
7. Learn New Skills. An individualized program can improve your overall conditioning and develop the specific skills you need. 
8. Enhance Your Mind, Body and Spirit. Your trainer may help you uncover new insights about yourself or find potential you didn’t realize you had. 
9. Benefit From the Buddy System. What could be better than making a commitment to meet regularly with someone who will provide you with individualized attention and support? 
10. Take Charge of Your Program, and Do It Your Way. With the right trainer, you can find the exercise program that works best for you. Carefully choosing a personal trainer enables you to select the type of guidance that will benefit you. You can get fit and healthy your way and take ultimate responsibility for your own health.