Once considered to be within the reach of celebrities personal training has grown into popularity among the general public. In recent years personal training acquired its cyber counterpart which is one of the leading trends for 2014. Online training popularity lies in its convenience and accessibility. Firstly, it offers a personalized fitness program from the comfort of your own home, which saves time and is easier to stick to.
Secondly, 74% of Americans that wish to enjoy personal training say they cannot afford it. While hands-on personal trainers charge between $35 and $100 per hour on average, online personal trainer costs a fraction of the cost, with some charging as little as $10 per month. In addition, online personal training can be deemed a better alternative by those who feel intimidated at the gym or a fitness club, i.e. overweight and senior clients. Furthermore, it can be accessed from everywhere and any time, and highly suits those travelling frequently.
How It Works
It is only natural that personal training professionals cater for the demand and there is a vast number and a huge variety of online/virtual personal trainers on the market. Most of online personal training websites operate as membership sites. The price vary depending on a service that is being offered, e.g. from budget personal training to celebrity personal trainer’s consultation over a phone. Some websites offer off-the-shelf exercise plans while others include nutritional plans created by a Registered Dietitian, and a healthier life-style advice. To give the potential clients a better understanding of their services many sites offer a trial period or an online tour.
The best online personal training sites provide highly personalized and detailed workout and nutritional plans, video and/or online exercise demonstrations, books, forums etc. The online personal trainer must be easily accessible, follow the client’s progress and adjust the program accordingly–just like the offline personal trainer. The biggest benefit of online personal training is that the trainer can be accessed via emails, phone or skype and 24/7. Some of the websites operate like a small network of personal trainers, where clients can choose or be appointed the one that suits them best.
Adonis Golden Ratio–Perfect Body Formula. Online personal trainer for men by John Barban
For personal trainers wishing to be working from the comfort of their own home online training can be just as good option as for their clients. Even if you prefer providing hands-on training your online training sessions can be a valuable edition to your frequently travelling clients. Another benefit of online personal training is a possibility to access a wider clientèle from everywhere in U.S. and even abroad. As a result online personal training can be a lucrative business, although it requires a special set of skills and resources.
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