Recommendation for freelance personal trainer

[sublimehope]

Hey guys,
I checked out one of the previous thread forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/showthread.php?t=1926183which had some listing for some personal trainer. May i get some recommendation for a personal trainer (freelance also can) either from the list or else where to assist me in learning some proper forms when using the various equipment and get me started in a routine. (i am a total noob and i need some guidance!). If it is possible, can i please have a recommendation for one which is somewhat affordable yet effective(to a certain extent since i know you get what you pay for) to student with limited budget. Thank you in advance.

 

[Kelvin1996]

Hi there. You can try Aldrin Ho from Ziklag Fitness: http://www.ziklagfitness.com/

He is an very experienced rehab therapist cum strength & conditioning coach. Of course, he's an excellent PT as well. That's all I can say... He provides student rates as well, you can contact him if you want to know the rates.

 

[rAc3rX]

Try kebinu aka kevin chia. He is a freelance personal trainer and charge affordable rates. He has a newbie package too.. suitable for you!

Visit him at www.kevinchia.sg !

 

[hermanchauw]

http://www.hermanchauw.com/exercise-instruction/

 

[masotime]

+1 for ZIKFIT, SCOREFIT and TACFIT....

 

[ordway]

When you sign for a gym membership, don't they usually provide one or two PT sessions? Just get a guy who knows his forms to show you the basic compound lifts. If you're at ClubFit, some of the friendlier regulars are always happy to share their knowledge although don't be pushy, just be polite and ask.

Machines are idiot proof - just follow the diagrams usually labelled in the pics. You're pretty much restricted to one range of motion so it doesn't exactly take a rocket scientist... Free weights are usually better as they work out many muscle groups at the same time.

Buddy up with someone who regularly gyms.

You're a student right? Save your hard-earned money (or family's money which is much less hard earned) and learn more about personal fitness. Read Rippletoe's Starting Strength (download off any torrent site the pdf) to avoid the more blatant injuring causing mistakes.

I'd rather you use the 200-500 dollars on a smashing night out with the girlfriend. Some memories stay with you forever

 

[kiwimuscle]

I'd rather you use the 200-500 dollars on a smashing night out with the girlfriend. Some memories stay with you forever

Spend 500 bucks on learning to lift weights, something that will reward you for a lifetime.

or

Spend 500 bucks on dinner for some chick who'll be gone before christmas and can be reaplced just as fast.

Let's think about that shall we......

 

[gkhchay]

Spend 500 bucks on learning to lift weights, something that will reward you for a lifetime.

or

Spend 500 bucks on dinner for some chick who'll be gone before christmas and can be reaplced just as fast.

Let's think about that shall we......

I totally agree. Learning to lift properly + having someone experienced to guide you thru' what you should eat & avoid: these will stick & enable the trainee to embark on a fit & healthy lifestyle. I'm still lifting at 54 because of what my granddad, the various experienced national BB taught me..

Spending $500 on a chick? Come on, if she's with u just because u spend $$$ on her, time to ditch her & find a nice girl who'll be with u thick & thin..

 

[ketua]

When you sign for a gym membership, don't they usually provide one or two PT sessions? Just get a guy who knows his forms to show you the basic compound lifts. If you're at ClubFit, some of the friendlier regulars are always happy to share their knowledge although don't be pushy, just be polite and ask.

Machines are idiot proof - just follow the diagrams usually labelled in the pics. You're pretty much restricted to one range of motion so it doesn't exactly take a rocket scientist... Free weights are usually better as they work out many muscle groups at the same time.
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Nah...those PT from mega-gym, give me free I also don't want.
In fact I've rejected many times.
Yes, they're that bad.

And once again, avoid the machines (except cables), if you don't want to risk your joins' health.

 

[ordway]

do I remember my first balls to the walls gym experience? No.
do I remember my first balls to the walls date? Yes.

'Nuff said. Anyway, guys don't fixate on the throwaway comment of spending money on a date. If you don't think spending money on a girl (of course the right girl) is worth it, I can't say anything and fully respect your choice. Different strokes for different folks.

No worries, feel free to spend money on trainers. Many guys do, and have good results. Many guys don't and have good results. Personal preference really.

My point of view is you don't have to pay for everything. You're not looking for the secrets of immortality. Like I said, approaching anyone who's decently knowledgeable will help you start out at the gym. If you have a gym membership, simply striking a friendly tone with the trainers every now and then, just chatting and you can ask them about form etc... Its not like they're going to plan out a session but most will just tell you if you're doing something wrong or show you how to bench or squat if you just ask friendly like when they're not busy.

Yes, gkhchay I know you're an experienced bodybuilder and have years of training experience, kudos to you for devoting your life to a hard and disciplined lifestyle. I just don't think someone starting out has to immediately spend a bundle on a trainer.

My two cents.

 

[gkhchay]

do I remember my first balls to the walls gym experience? No.
do I remember my first balls to the walls date? Yes.

'Nuff said. Anyway, guys don't fixate on the throwaway comment of spending money on a date. If you don't think spending money on a girl (of course the right girl) is worth it, I can't say anything and fully respect your choice. Different strokes for different folks.

No worries, feel free to spend money on trainers. Many guys do, and have good results. Many guys don't and have good results. Personal preference really.

My point of view is you don't have to pay for everything. You're not looking for the secrets of immortality. Like I said, approaching anyone who's decently knowledgeable will help you start out at the gym. If you have a gym membership, simply striking a friendly tone with the trainers every now and then, just chatting and you can ask them about form etc... Its not like they're going to plan out a session but most will just tell you if you're doing something wrong or show you how to bench or squat if you just ask friendly like when they're not busy.

Yes, gkhchay I know you're an experienced bodybuilder and have years of training experience, kudos to you for devoting your life to a hard and disciplined lifestyle. I just don't think someone starting out has to immediately spend a bundle on a trainer.

My two cents.

Nah, I'm no more bodybuilding, just lifting to fight off old age & lifestyle diseases.

TS needs only a PT to help him thru' the initial beginner's stage; once he's past that stage, he should have gained enough knowledge to experiment & progress on his own. No one needs a PT for life...

 

[XanderBuilt]

TS just needs a base level trainer to show him (?) the basics. 3 to 5 sessions max. If he has an aptitude he'll continue else he'll move on.

Now if we were to give advice to speed his training that's a different matter.

Advice such as
Compound exercises over isolation.
Free weights over machine.
Real food over meal replacements.
Solid food protein over whey.
Good quality meat over processed.
Good quality fish oil daily.
Multi vitamin daily.
ZMA daily.
Lift in the 6 to 12 rep range.
Standing over seated.

 

[monk..]

for a newbie, it's better to start off with the right knowledge and the correct form.
If you dont have some of the knowledge and continue with the wrong form and misconcept understanding....you will find harder to adjust and ruin your body in the long run.
spend a little money and knowledge stays with you.....with a good trainer. (of cos)

 

[monk..]

When you sign for a gym membership, don't they usually provide one or two PT sessions? Just get a guy who knows his forms to show you the basic compound lifts. If you're at ClubFit, some of the friendlier regulars are always happy to share their knowledge although don't be pushy, just be polite and ask.

Machines are idiot proof - just follow the diagrams usually labelled in the pics. You're pretty much restricted to one range of motion so it doesn't exactly take a rocket scientist... Free weights are usually better as they work out many muscle groups at the same time.

Buddy up with someone who regularly gyms.

You're a student right? Save your hard-earned money (or family's money which is much less hard earned) and learn more about personal fitness. Read Rippletoe's Starting Strength (download off any torrent site the pdf) to avoid the more blatant injuring causing mistakes.

I'd rather you use the 200-500 dollars on a smashing night out with the girlfriend. Some memories stay with you forever

normally those 1-2 free sessions are conducted by new PTs who barely have enough knowledge to conduct a good session to a newbie.

Yes, I understand that if TS is a student, he should save his hard-earned money but if he is genuine to want to start a workout routine, he might as well invest some money for a long term gain.

just my 2 cents

 

[sublimehope]

Hey, thanks everyone for the advices! I will consider them before i make any decision, i really appreciate it!

 

[cowed77]

+1 for ZIKFIT, SCOREFIT and TACFIT....

LOL now that's somethin fresh!!

 

[Bear943]

Sometimes when I see all the circus stunts most personal trainers get their clients to perform, I toy with the idea of taking the necessary papers to qualify as a freelance personal trainer as well so as to do my bit to stop people from paying good $$ to such PTs.

 

[XanderBuilt]

Sometimes when I see all the circus stunts most personal trainers get their clients to perform, I toy with the idea of taking the necessary papers to qualify as a freelance personal trainer as well so as to do my bit to stop people from paying good $$ to such PTs.

You probably wouldn't need papers. Your experience speaks volumes.

I'd even go as far as saying you're better qualified than other advertised trainers here.

 

[Bear943]

You probably wouldn't need papers. Your experience speaks volumes.

I'd even go as far as saying you're better qualified than other advertised trainers here.

I see what you did there Xander haha

Not at all qualified. My knowledge is one dimensional and based on experience of what works for me and other like minded chaps. Limited knowledge on rehab and prehab protocols but most important of all is that I severly lack knowledge of how to program progression on loaded one legged eyes closed bosu ball squats.

 

[XanderBuilt]

My knowledge is one dimensional and based on experience of what works for me and other like minded chaps.

Limited knowledge on rehab and prehab protocols

This is it right here. People can study, have certs etc till the cows come home but the upshot of it is here : what lifting experience do you have? What results do you have? Competed? Victories? What testimonials? How have you helped someone else be better?