Personal Training & Fitness Coaching by Bobby Morrow

'Coincidence'??🤔 I think NOT!!😟😕😒

So....let's put things in perspective, for a minute!🤓

Ever buy a pound of ground beef?🤔

Well, the next time you've decided to get fitter and healthier, and find yourself griping, that after 'all that work', you've "ONLY lost one pound"...think about what that ACTUALLY looks like!😮

And if you've lost 'just' 10 pounds, imagine 10 of those one pounds stacked on top of each other....and give yourself (more than) a little credit!!🤗🥳👏👍

Hell yeah!!👏🥳👍

ALWAYS!!🤔😌🤗

Just in case you were wonder'n...yes, I'm still struggling with the KETO/Low-Carb thing!😕😏🤗😋😄

True story!🤓👍

Awwww.....congratulations!!😌😏

Currently in the US, about 75% of ALL adults are either overweight or obese!

We, as a Nation, are the most unhealthy in the WORLD...young AND old!

EVEN the smallest changes in movement and 'diet' can effect your overall health...do yourself a HUGE favor and make the choices that will make you healthier and fitter!
If you are confused about what those choices are...give me a shout!

Jus' say'n....🤓👍

One day at a time...that's all we get anyway, right??🤔😌😉✌

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You know....just like TODAY, when you wished you had started LAST year...you can ONLY EVER start 'TODAY'!!😌😕😉👍

TEN THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE HIRING A PERSONAL TRAINER:


Personal Training has become the fastest growing aspect of the fitness industry. Much of this is due to the hectic nature of our lives today. We have little time to ourselves, and we need convenience, efficiency and safety in our workouts. Personal Trainers are the ideal professional to help create and monitor exercise programs, but how do you know that the trainer you hire is qualified and experienced? How do you know that the relationship between you and your trainer will be the right one for you?
Before you hire a trainer, make sure that you have all the answers to these 10 compelling questions:

1. Is the personal trainer certified or does he/she have a college degree in a related field?
Personal training has come a long way from the days when “gym rats” morphed into trainers. Every trainer must have a comprehensive certification or an exercise science related degree. Beware! There are many “correspondence courses” which certify personal trainers—these are not generally acceptable. Your personal trainer’s certification should include scientific and practical testing and should have required extensive studying. Luckily, this field has now become very popular, and many colleges offer Personal Training Certification Courses and optimally, college degrees in a related field.

2. Does the personal trainer have years of experience with clients like You?
Extensive experience along with a certification or degree is a must. Your trainer needs to have trained clients like you. Don’t hire a personal trainer that specializes in working with bodybuilders if you are a 50 year old non-exerciser.

3. Does the personal trainer offer a free consult?
Like any other professional, you should interview a personal trainer before hiring them. A free phone or in-person consult will allow you to get a sense of whether you and this trainer will get along, as the trainer/client relationship is one of trust and intimacy.

4. Does the personal trainer educate himself/herself on a regular basis?
All professional certifications require that the trainer take continuing education courses to maintain the personal trainer certification. Your trainer should be excited about educating themselves. Learning the latest information and techniques should be a joy, not just a “requirement”.

5. Does the personal trainer push supplements or other pills and potions?
We all know that in some nutritional situations, vitamin, mineral or other types of supplements may be necessary. But, this varies widely from client to client, and may require a nutritionist or physician to make the best decision for you and your health. Your personal trainer should not be trying to push you into buying any type of supplement that they sell.

6. Does the personal trainer take a careful medical history and perform evaluative tests to assess your health and fitness status prior to beginning training?
All trainers should get a clear medical history and perform a number of pre-exercise evaluations such as postural assessments, flexibility testing, body composition, cardiovascular efficiency and more. Without these, you cannot be sure your program will be both safe and effective.

7. Does the trainer’s personality, demeanor and attitude feel intuitively right for you?
There are thousands of personality variations, and each trainer and client must decide if they are a good fit for each other. Is the trainer upbeat and motivational? Or, angry and demanding? Some clients are motivated by one of these personality types—make sure you feel motivated and excited by the personal trainer you choose.

8. Are you willing and able to make the necessary lifestyle changes the trainer will ask of you?
So often when focusing on hiring a personal trainer, the client often forgets the most important factor—are THEY ready and willing? Hate exercise? Unwilling to eat healthier, and give up donuts and beer? Then you are not ready to hire a personal trainer. NO ONE can make you change unless YOU are ready.

9. Have you seen your physician for a recent physical and exercise clearance?
Many illnesses and injuries do require that you check in with your physician prior to beginning an exercise program. Do your homework first—see your doctor to ensure that your exercise program will not injure you or cause illness. Professional Trainers will have Physician Clearance form to drop off at your Doctor’s Office to insure your body is ready for a fitness program, or prescribe guidelines for your Trainer to work with in getting you going.

10. Do you have unrealistic or unachievable expectations?
You will frustrate both yourself and your trainer if you have ridiculous expectations such as losing 10 pounds in two weeks or weighing what you weighed in high school. Weight loss and changing the physical body is hard work! And, by the way—your personal trainer should be open and truthful about the amount of work it will take for you to achieve your goals.

Working with a personal trainer is both rewarding and educational and is the most effective, safe way to get and stay healthy. By carefully choosing your trainer, and making sure you are ready, your success is guaranteed!

“Give me a call, or reach out to me on FB messenger, and let’s talk about how I can help
you reach YOUR goals…for probably much less of an investment than you currently put into just ONE MONTH’S Health Care Premiums!”

PS: I also offer a no-charge in person consultation, to go over plans, pricing, as well as discussing any physical or time issues you might be dealing with, etc.

Bobby Morrow
ACE Certified Personal Trainer, since 2006
Total Motion Release (Pain/Restriction/Strength) Specialist
(336)425-9755

MANY Health Insurance plans include 'Silver Sneakers', which pays for your Gym visits...no extra charge to YOU!!😮

City Fitness does accept SilverSneakers...in case you were wonder'n...👏🥳😉👍

So, since you won't have to pay for your visits, we've just eliminated the 'cost' reason for not coming...so, we'll be looking for you on Monday, right!??😕😏🤓✌

WOW! 😌🤗😉👍

Ahhh....that SWEET SPOT!!😌🤗😉👍

Unfortunately, today, this would be a 'generous' comment...😕😌😞

So.....are you finding some of things that you used to be able to do easily, becoming harder and harder to do (if not 'impossible')?

Well, the 'secret' to getting those 'abilities' back is 'simply' DOING MORE OF THEM (SLOWLY...AND SAFELY, OF COURSE!)!

I know it may sound counter-intuitive, but it's really the only way!

Most of the time we tend to blame our diminishing abilities on 'getting older'...but ACTUALLY, IT'S SIMPLY LACK OF USE!🤓

Folks often tell me they'd "really like to be able to get down on the floor and play with the Grand-kids, but I just can't get back up"! I'll then ask them "when was the last time you tried?" And the usual response is "probably a couple of years ago...".😕

Start slowly and safely...with assistance if needed....and you'll be surprised to find those 'lost' abilities coming back to you!😉👍

If you want some guidance and support in getting started safely and effectively...give me a shout!✌

Check....check.....check.....and....check!🤓✌

Four Signs You’re Meant to Be a Personal Trainer These four signs could mean you’re meant to be a personal trainer and take on the challenge of helping others achieve their fitness goals.

You KNOW that's right!!🤔😌🤓✌

When you spot an item on the grocery shelf that says "NO SUGAR" added...you MAY want to check the ingredients for one of these, 'cause they are ALSO 'sugar'....('food' manufacturers are pretty damn sneaky...😕)

I love seeing that 'surprised look' on a client's face when this happens!😌🤗😉

I originally posted this 10 years ago...and the latest research confirms, this contributes to SO much more than first thought...including obesity, high blood pressure, fatty liver disease, diabetes (and pre-diabetes), insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, overall inflammation in the body, and NOW research is showing it also tied to 'brain issues' including dementia/Alzheimer's, ADD, Bi-polar, and seizures...as high levels of 'sugar' (ALL carbs convert to 'sugar' by the body) in the body create inflammation in the brain which leads to plaque accumulation, and loss of brain function.😌

When you 'feel' you can't give up your favorite carbs, because you 'love' them...it's actually because 'your body' 'loves' them, but actually it's ADDICTED to them...

BUT... THIS addiction can pass in as few as a couple of days, when you put your mind to it.

I can help you understand the process, the tremendous benefits, and how easy it actually can be!😉✌

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Jus' ask'n....😟🤔😏

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Bobby M's Fit Tip of the Day:
As folks age, there's a tendency to be concerned about our 'balance', or actually a 'lack of balance'.😮

It DOES tend to become an issue for some, but NOT because you are 'getting older'...but rather primarily from LACK OF USE (you 'move less', thus get less chance to use your balance...or you become concerned that you MIGHT fall, and over compensate by holding on to things, or 'shuffle' when you do walk).

It's like anything else, the less you do of it, the harder it usually becomes to use (think getting down on the floor and back up😟).

However, the reverse is STILL true at ANY AGE...get back in the habit of calling on those 'balance systems' and the better they will get.

No, you don't have to start off trying to stand on an inverted Bosu Ball...you can simply start by balancing on one foot at a time (standing behind a chair or at a counter. if you need in the beginning..why not while you are doing the dishes or brushing your teeth??)

How will THAT help, you will ask? Well, think about it, when we walk we are constantly balancing on one foot, then the other, then back again, and again.

Give it a try, and I bet your balance will improve, and THEN you can move on to more 'advanced' stuff, like getting up off the floor...😉✌

Amen....and Amen!!😌🤗

GUESS WHAT....IF YA' WANT YOUR FUTURE TO BE DIFFERENT...YOU HAVE TO CHANGE WHAT YOU DO TODAY!!😉😏✌

Never a better time (or PLACE) to get started than NOW, folks!!