1. How is Online PT different from in-person PT?

 Online PT is pretty much the same as traditional in person Personal Training but with the flexibility of being able to train whenever and wherever you want. You’ll still be working with a professional who understands your needs and as well as receive personalised advice. As a coach, I personally place a big focus on teaching you what you need to know, as well as giving you a great workout. You get the same great personal training programming through me, you just complete the training on your own, at whatever time suits you either at home or in the gym.

Online PT requires accountability on your part: an essential life skill. You’ll be doing workouts independently, and learning about yourself along the way.
With Online PT you can ask questions whenever they arise, and you’ll be getting detailed feedback on each task you complete, this includes an analysis of your exercise technique (note that this isn’t something you have to do for every exercise/workout).

 

2. Do I need to have access to a gym?

Not necessarily, you can train at home or outdoors. Whilst it would be ideal to have all the equipment available that you’d find in a gym, it’s not necessary at all.
If you’re thinking about buying some equipment to keep at home, I’ll be able to advise on the best pieces to suit your personal needs. Your programme will be tailored to YOU, your needs and equipment available either at home or in a gym. 

 

3. What’s the contract?

The Feel Good Fitness Membership is a 3 month minimum term. 

 

4. Why is there a minimum 3-month term?

Brilliant question. In my experience, 3 months is a decent length of time to really give your training a chance to start earning you some results. In this time you'll start to build healthier habits, get in to a better training routine and actually enjoy the process! After the initial 3 months we can continue this journey together and continue to get the results you want and you deserve. 

 

5. What if I’m not sure I can afford this service?

I would strongly recommend checking your health and fitness budget before committing to online PT. I’m no financial advisor, and I’m certainly not here to tell you how to spend your money, but I do know that the value people get from this service far outweighs their investment. If you’re struggling financially at any point, please get in touch and let me know.

Here’s what my client Sarah has to say on the matter:
“While the initial cost of training might seem high, when you think about the amount of experience Caroline has, her training and education, and her total 1:1 focus on you and your fitness development, actually this membership is great value for money, especially when you think about the fact that you are being shown ways to help keep yourself fitter and healthier for the rest of your life”

 

6. What if now isn’t a good time for me to start online PT?

Is there ever a good time to turn your health and fitness around? A huge benefit of this service is that it’s highly adaptable to your lifestyle, time constraints, health concerns, and energy levels. Whatever obstacles you have, I can help you to overcome them. After all, that’s what all this is about.

 

7. Shouldn’t I wait until I’m a bit fitter?

The whole point of hiring a trainer is to get you to your goals more quickly and easily than you could on your own. There is no minimum level of fitness required to start online coaching, and you will always get value from the service regardless of your current capabilities.

 

8. Will I get the results I’m looking for?

If you stick to the advice provided (and you don’t have any underlying health issues), then there is absolutely NO REASON to why you shouldn’t achieve the results you desire.

 

9. I think I might prefer in-person Personal Training sessions.

I started my business exclusively as an in-person personal trainer, and completely understand that many people prefer the experience of training with a professional in person.

There are a few limitations to Personal Training, however, which is why I created this Online PT service. It’s important to remember that Online PT isn’t for everyone. If you would prefer to have less overall contact but more hands-on support from your trainer in person, then conventional Personal Training is likely a better fit for your needs. 

I currently have a waiting list for in-person PT, please send me an email if you wish to be added to it.

 

10. What if I need someone there with me to make me exercise?

If you need to have an appointment with a trainer in order to exercise, my online services probably aren’t for you. My goal is to teach every client exactly what they need to know so that they can take full responsibility for their health for the rest of their life. That includes motivation and accountability. If your goals are truly a priority for you then it’s essential that you have complete autonomy in making great decisions on how you live, eat and exercise. You can’t rely on me to do the work for you.

 

11. Online PT sounds complicated… help me understand it better!

Online PT actually makes the process of getting healthy and working towards your goals very straightforward and for some, a lot easier to fit in to busy lifestyles. You get all the benefits of working with me but with added flexibility of being able to train where you like, when you like. 

Rather than learning through trial and error, you’ll be given clear, step-by-step guidance on how to eat and exercise to help you live a better life. Your workouts will be delivered to our training app so all you have to do is follow the instructions! You will have an induction on how the app works to ensure you get the best out of it during our initial in-depth consultation.

 

12. Will you understand my goals?

The MOST important part of this service is my understanding and adapting to your needs. I’m confident that after our in-depth initial consultation I’ll be able to understand your goals so clearly that I’ll be able to give YOU even more clarity on what it is you want. Expect to dig deep and really reflect on your dreams and aspirations, and the reasons why they’re important to you.

 

13. Will I get enough communication with Caroline?

100%! I’ll be available on the training portal to communicate with you as well as week day WhatsApp support. I’ll post feedback on workouts you complete, whether it requires a thumbs up or more detailed coaching, plus you can ask questions or leave comments for me via the messenger function. One thing I do NOT do is hand-holding: you can’t rely on me to convince you to go to the gym or constantly remind you to follow your nutrition plan. You are 100% accountable and responsible for your thoughts and actions… and that’s a good thing! You can also be added to The Feel Good Fitness Membership Group on FB. This group is exclusively for those who have signed up to The Feel Good Fitness Membership. It is a supportive, non-judgemental group providing encouragement, a safe space to ask questions to the group as well as shared experiences.  

 

14. Will I still be able to pursue my other sporting hobbies?

Yes! I have clients who love to dance, play netball, hike, and go on active holidays. Whilst I don’t coach specific sports, your online PT program will support you to improve in your hobbies. We’ll talk about your sporting goals in our consultations, and your workouts will support your development in these areas.

 

15. I may not be able to follow a program because I exercise with friends.

Obviously everyone has individual goals and requirements, so sharing a program with a friend won’t work as well for you as a personalised program, but if training with friends keeps you showing up to the gym and engaged during the sessions, then that’s better than nothing! If you still have specific goals you’d like to reach, it’s possible to enjoy the best of both scenarios by still going to the gym with your friends, but following your own focussed program. Your friends will likely be inspired to follow a specifically designed program of their own when they see all the results you’re getting!

 

16. Will I be able to stick to the program?

Making the decision to up-level your health and fitness can be a scary thing… but it’s good scary! It’s necessary to come out of your comfort zone in order to grow. Everything in your program will be pre-agreed between us. That means you won’t be asked to commit to more workouts than you can handle, and any nutrition and lifestyle tasks will be drip-fed step by step to empower you to form great habits over time. Consistency really is the name of the game here, and of course, I’ll be there every step of the way to nudge you in the right direction, ready to provide a gentle, loving kick up the bum where necessary. At the end of the day, it boils down to how much you really want to reach your goals. Are you prepared to do what it takes?

 

17. How can I be sure I’ll push myself hard enough in training?

If you’re worried about faffing around and wasting time in the gym or during home workouts, then don’t! Your workouts will be designed specifically to deliver the correct intensity for you: you’ll be taught how to select the correct weight for each exercise, how to progress to heavier weights, and I’ll calculate all of your aerobic work, eg running speeds. If you can commit to simply following the instructions provided (including rest periods!), you can be sure you’ll be training at the correct intensity without wasting any time. There’s something very important I also need to let you know right now. Whilst it’s true that to make progress we must come out of our comfort zones, training at extremely high intensity in every workout is not conducive to earning great results. In fact, in many cases, overtraining and overreaching cause more health problems than they’re worth. You can expect to be working at a moderate intensity most of the time, with some tougher workouts strategically placed to earn you better results.

 

18. Will the program be too hard?

Will it be hard? Yes. Will it be TOO hard? Noooo!  My aim is to challenge you and take you out of your comfort zone, but it’s important we train you in a sustainable, manageable way. We’re looking to maintain effort over time, without stressful or intense training and dieting. If you’re struggling with any aspect of the program, it can easily be changed.

 

19. What if I’m too busy to get to the gym?

Your program will be tailored around your lifestyle: you could have home, outdoor or gym workouts of any length at any frequency. Your training structure can be adapted at any time to suit your needs. I totally get that things crop up, and life gets in the way sometimes.
Although online PT is specifically designed for people with busy lifestyles who struggle to fit in workouts, if you genuinely can’t make any time at all to exercise then this service is probably not for you.

 

20. I’m not sure I can commit to spending the time on this.

If you’re not willing to put in the time to take care of your mind and body now, when will you be? Remember that online PT is a tailored service and your program will be specifically designed with your schedule in mind. Not only will you be provided with workouts that you’ll be able to incorporate into your daily routine, you’ll also be benefiting from time-saving lifestyle tasks that encourage you to move more and live better in general, such as walking more and preparing meals in advance. By making a small amount of time now, you can create a wealth of time and energy for the future, and enhance your chances of living longer and living stronger.

 

21. What if I don’t know the right exercise technique?

Moving well is essential if you want to see the full benefit from your training and avoid injury, and I know many people have concerns about appearing silly in the gym getting something wrong. Every exercise I give you will be prescribed with your current capabilities in mind and comes with a demonstration video for you to follow. My approach is to meet every client at their current level of capability, which means you won’t be given any exercises I’m not 100% sure you can complete safely.
That said, sometimes it takes a couple of tries and practice to get something right, so make use of the video upload feature and send me clips of your technique for the feedback! I employ a range of sophisticated strategies to get you moving really well and teach you new skills organically.
Remember: if a particular movement isn’t working, there’s always an alternative we can use to get the same/similar effect!

 

22. What if I don’t like bringing my phone into the gym?

I respect that many people prefer their gym sessions to be free from distractions such as their mobile phones, and if you’re able to write down or memorise your workouts then there’s no need to bring your phone into the gym with you. That said, tech has massively improved the way we approach health and fitness and provides an invaluable tool for delivering information and collecting data. It’s extremely useful to be able to view exercise demo videos at the exact moment you need them and to be able to record your results in video or text format. If you think your phone might distract you, I’d recommend turning on airplane mode during your workouts.

 

23. Will I have to follow a strict nutrition plan?

Probably not, but if that’s what you need we can certainly provide you with a more rigid plan. My approach is to “meet you where you’re at”, providing personalised guidelines and helping you take small steps over time to gradually get you into healthy eating habits. If you have clear weight loss or competitive goals, you’ll need to take a more structured approach to nutrition than if you just want to maintain weight and stay healthy, but we’ll make this as easy as possible for you regardless.

 

24. Will I still be able to eat the foods I enjoy?

Yes. I want you to enjoy your nutrition, I’ll help you incorporate the foods you love into your diet in a balanced way – the real magic happens when you shape your current eating habits into something that uplifts your health and performance.

 

 

25. What if I’m not disciplined enough to stick to the program?

Remember that your program will be tailored specifically for you – I’d never ask you to do things I didn’t think you’d be able to manage, and we’ll talk in detail about your routine and lifestyle, including which additions/changes you’re prepared to make.I don’t expect you to be able to follow 100% of the tasks I give you, but you will need to follow at least 80% to see good results. If you can’t commit to following my advice when working together, then online coaching probably isn’t for you.
Online PT makes the journey to your goals as smooth as humanly possible, laying things out into simple, actionable steps. If you can’t follow instructions laid out in this way, how else will you get to where you need to be?

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26. What happens if I am injured / ill or have to stop training?

Quite simply, we can either extend the end date of your membership or for a small monthly fee we can pause your membership so you can hop back in when you are ready. Please note, in some instances a doctors note may be required. 

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27. What happens after the 3 months minimum term ends?

Well that’s really up to you! 3 months gets you started on the right track and you’ll begin to really notice the changes both physical and mental at this point. It’s after the initial 3 months the real magic happens - routines are forged, habits are set and workouts are flowing…now the results really start coming. After the initial 3 months you can continue to work with me for as long as you want, you'll switch to a rolling monthly payment and together we'll get you even more results, even more strength, even more confidence and yep, perhaps dropping a few more pounds (if weight loss is one of your goals)

 

28. How do I sign up / how do we get started?

To join The Feel Good Fitness Membership we’ll need to have a chat about your goals and level of commitment before anything else so we can be 100% sure I’m the coach for you. I'll send you my Feel Good Fitness Membership brochure full of information to help you decide if this membership is for you. Following on from that we’ll have a no obligation consultation call to suss things out and if successful - I’ll talk you through the startup process. Drop me an email and we'll go from there. 

 

If you have any additional questions I haven't answered here, you can contact me via email, I am always happy to answer questions.

 

Looking forward to working with you!