How To Spot A Bad Personal Trainer

Hello Sorta Healthy people! Welcome to or welcome back to our channel! We're happy to have you here today!
In this video, Jeff is talking about how to spot a bad personal trainer. He'll share some of the tell-tale signs of a bad trainer that you should think about if you're already a trainer, becoming a trainer, or hiring a trainer.
Is there anything you would add to this list? We look forward to hearing about it in the comments down below!
If you liked this video and found it helpful, please remember to "like" this video and subscribe to the channel for more content for personal trainers, aspiring personal trainers or those that want to learn about the trainer life.
----
FREE Downloads and Documents for Trainers: www.sortahealt...
Follow us on Instagram: / sortahealthyjeff
Our other site: www.sortahealt...
Our In Person Business: www.commencefi...
----

[@x86ed]

I’d like one on difficult clients and “bad” clients, how to handle them.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

This is a great idea, thank you! We'll add it to the list!

[@x86ed]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation awesome man. Content is excellent even for people that aren’t trainers getting an inside look.

[@kaylamarie5802]

This ties in with communication skills but when trainers brush off client fears! Telling a client “don’t worry, you’re fine” after the client expresses his fear of a certain exercise because of a previous injury. Definitely a red flag I see often! Though true that the exercise is fine for the client to do, it’s important to empathize with the client and go on to explain WHY the particular exercise is safe and actually beneficial to the area of concern. Clients need to feel heard and reassured.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

All very true! This is good advice for new trainers!

[@FndlyNeighborhoodPowerlifter]

I just got certified 3 months ago and I live in Waterbury CT. I didn’t realize your business is like 15 minutes away man.

[@aadamrahman9689]

Thank you for being such a valuable piece of information for all us personal trainers. ❤️🙌

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! That’s always great to hear! I appreciate it!

[@Arborpress]

Joined a boxing gym and only went for private sessions. The trainer would constantly walk off and chat with other trainers and leave me wondering if I’m even doing drills correctly. When he did stick around, half the time he was on his phone. Glad I left and came across this video.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Those are definitely signs of a bad trainer!

[@chrislledet213]

I don't know if this is a sign of a bad trainer but I've met a lot of people who give bad advice when comes to Fitness uniformity and by this I mean the attitude of what works for one works for all people that say oh run a mile but what if that person had a heart condition or asthma what works for one body may not work for another a good personal trainer or a person giving good advice on personal training understands this very well and understands that an individualized workout plan in nutrition plan it's what's best one that is precisely designed according to that person's needs health conditions and current Fitness level

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

That’s definitely a sign of a bad trainer! One size does not fit all!

[@BuBBaTBG]

I recently got certified and this video is really helpful. I’ve never worked in the field at a gym but this video has a great explanation on what a good trainer vs a bad trainer looks like

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@akhilnair2767]

Hey jeff. Here in my city, it is very common to find such personal trainers. Not only new, but even personal trainers with more than a decade experience are also the same. And I feel so sorry for their clients, because people here are used to this behaviour.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Unfortunately, I think this is common in most areas. That just makes trainers who do these things right look even better though.

[@RayPaganJr]

I found a personal trainer I'd like to train with. Great credentials. Very expensive. Filled out her questionnaire. Answered her questions. Now I'm being ignored. She sees me, but doesn't acknowledge me. I gave up on her. I'll continue on my own. It does bother me the lack of respect.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Wow sorry you’re dealing with that. She doesn’t sound professional at all.

[@linkfunn504]

Hey bro my Name Is Link E. Doughty jr. Are you still looking for a trainer ? Are do you need some personalized workouts ?

[@Mattnova_116]

As somebody who still wants to delve into this business, a lot of these things make perfectly good sense, thanks a million.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@pchiethegreat1]

Oooh this should be interesting. There is absolutely no shortage of that in the field, that’s for sure.

[@yadabadababoi9379]

Especially in LA

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@zyadnawar8480]

I have good knowledge about fitness but lack of confidence your videos made me kinda solid and bow im working in the biggest gym in dubai thank you man i love you ♥️

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you I really appreciate hearing that! Keep working hard and stay as confident as you can! You’ll do well!

[@Super_BeastGirl]

This is super helpful! I need to focus on my clients better for sure. I know being on my phone is definitely an easy and effective change I can make immediately...

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I’m glad you found it helpful! The phone thing is a big one for sure! People want as much of your attention as they can get lol

[@jcollins_cpt]

8:20 - I’m not sure about this one, I regularly utilize my phone to reference the training plan, take notes, time rest periods, calculate plates on the bar, etc. It’s easy to slip in or out of my pocket and I’m not encumbered by carrying around a clipboard and whatever else I’d need to replace my phone. My attention is focused on the client during sets, and between sets I’ll chit chat, start timers, and reference what comes next so things move along smoothly.

[@misfitm1457]

My trainer does this too and it never bothers me at all as I know if he's using the phone, it's to do with my session

[@austinpryel]

In my opinion, there's a stigma attached to being on your phone that's hard to shake with most people. For the sake of that and looking the most professional I can be since I'm being paid top dollar. I would opt for a watch / clipboard. If you want to be environmentally friendly get an iPad and throw one of those cases on for protection. File your paper work or transfer via cloud. I know plenty of top dollar trainers 100-150$ an hour and none of them use their phone to track their clients workouts or use it as a timer. At most they will take a video of their client to post on their IG feed with their permission of course.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

jiujitsu 561 This is well said. I think at the end of the day enough people still view doing all of that stuff on the phone as unprofessional. Many clients wont care but some will. To the original poster: I’m glad that’s working out well for you! If you’re not receiving any pushback and you’re still focusing 100% on your client I would keep doing what’s working!

[@jcollins_cpt]

@@austinpryel Good points, I might look into investing in an iPad. I’m not married to the idea of using my phone, it just happens to be really efficient. I totally understand the stigma around it for some, but it’s not been a problem in my own experience (yet?). Regardless, I appreciate the perspective!

[@jcollins_cpt]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Yeah, no issues thus far. And I feel like I understand where you were coming from with the advice, I just disagreed with the way it was put. I feel like technology has more potential for good than harm within a session, but I recognize the potential impressions that might come along with it. Because of that, I’m very mindful of how I use my phone.

[@claudiostrailblaze]

Cool informative video. Thanks for the share! New subscriber here from Sydney Australia. Peace

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@erikvonerik2639]

Thank you so much for your content 💪💪💪

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! Thanks for the kind words!

[@simplyemily8251]

where do I start! lol on the phone constantly. asking me what weight i did last session. asking me what i trained last session. getting upset with me when i go over on reps because they lost count. showing up late and finishing early with me doing the last few sets myself as they go home and im stuck in gym lol

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

It sounds like you need a new trainer!

[@SuperMichelleDJ]

Sounds like you need to ditch the trainer and look for a private gym where you don't have to be harassed and humiliated.

[@Virginia-vn7ud]

Well today I met one that by looking at him, I thought looks like he does practice what he preaches and it was a positive impression

[@carolynmcneil9338]

Great information as always!😊

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gavhlev2853]

Thank you so much!!!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😀😀

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! Thanks for the support!

[@annav200]

Can you do a video on different tilts, and how to fix that. Or how to fix form in general?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

This video covers some of upper cross syndrome or anterior pelvic tilt:kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZmaZX19d9akiK8 This video covers some of lower crossed syndrome: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGiZeneMpdWrZtk I plan on covering more form related stuff at some point!

[@henrituhola]

Rarely I see such an accurate video.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for your support!

[@Roxy0405]

Another sign of a bad trainer is one who lectures his clients, but then has his smoking cigars and drinking alcoholic drinks, and eating pizza, featured prominently on his social media. 😮 Oh, and bullying other gym members who aren't your clients does make you a BAD personal trainer! Talking about YOU, Joe M!!!!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Oh boy! That does sound like a bad trainer!

[@cyndicomeaux2986]

Thanks❤

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You're welcome 😊

[@donnies1458]

Good work 💪

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you!

[@kristen5199]

This is great, thank you! Do you keep a binder or something of all of your client's workouts/info?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful! Each client has a folder with all of their documents, assessments, workout charts, etc. We just keep all the folders a file cabinet and pull from them as needed.

[@Bodiedbyz]

This just made me very confident in my training 🙌🏼

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@MasterTrainerPeter]

Got a good laugh out of 3:11, very good!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

glad you enjoyed that!

[@brodvlogs3214]

Great video! Quality info. Quick question, what software or site do you use to create those animated b roll slides with the text and images?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! I use canva for those slides.

[@tranz4mdscribe400]

I like your videos they are super informative!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! We really appreciate that!

[@tranz4mdscribe400]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Also, thank you very much for sharing all the necessary fitness forms you have shared! And all for free! Just amazing!! I appreciate you both!

[@NatKingCole60]

When I see a trainer standing there drinking coffee and looking around while their client works, it just looks bad. Very much appreciate all the videos and forms you offer. Are you personally familiar with any 'software' that would allow a PT to keep Client Information digital, and either Email status reports to clients, or allow them access to the information online?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You’re welcome! We’ve used both Trainerize and Everfit..one of those might fit the bill depending on what data you’re looking to share..also just google sheets

[@recardobrown]

Great vid

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks man! I appreciate that!

[@seanlaporte6496]

I definitely disagree with doing weekly weigh-ins. Everything else on the list is correct though.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Why do you disagree with that?

[@SuperMichelleDJ]

No, it isn't. Dieticians and nutritionists need to give nutrition advice, not the personal trainer. Medical doctors also have to keep track of how people are going with their healthcare as well, and it's none of the personal trainer's business.

[@mattp4007]

With sooooo many horrible trainers out there I consider it job security for my business

[@TehShooterx]

Nice video. Makes me confident I'll be a good personal trainer. I'm currently working on my nasm. Question what do you think about tattoos? I don't have any visible one likes face hands or neck but I do have a sleeve. Do you think I should always cover it up? Also it's not trashy or anything, it's a big art piece and I usually get a lot of compliments if that makes any difference . Appreciate it

[@misfitm1457]

I see a lot of tattooed trainers and so long as not racists etc don't see any problem with it!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful! I don't have any problems with tattoos as long as their not offensive. I wouldn't think you should need to cover it up!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

This exactly!

[@marialilianafranco708]

Can you do a TRX total body in a training session? Or is it to much of body weight ?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Ya you can do that. It’s not my preferred way because it’s tough to measure progression that way, but it can work!

[@marialilianafranco708]

Yes, it is tough to measure progression but what if you use more incline, one arm and 1 leg exercises to increase intensity?

[@Djvili]

Agree 100% I'll add poor body language, sitting down.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

This is definitely a big one! I agree!

[@jonathangmallender]

What about one who's constantly cancelling and re-arranging sessions, and trying to push me to take testosterone and steroids? And constantly going on about his relationship issues, and chatting to his mates during sessions?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Doesn’t sound like he’s the right fit for you (or a very good trainer…) ! You can try saying something to him directly if he works for himself or a facility manager. Voicing your concerns can definitely be helpful. Depending on how long you signed up with him for, either speak to a facility manager about your difficulties with him to see if you could try and work with someone else or they can help you out, or try someone/somewhere else that might be a better fit at the end of your package.

[@jonathangmallender]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation - Good advice! I've sat down and spoke to him the other day, and cleared a lot of things up - he's actually a good guy - who's had a few issues himself - so it was good to get everything out into the open and speak honestly!

[@EquitableStreet-ie4ph]

My personal trainer has me come in 3 days a week and do only one exercise each time. It just seems strange to me. I'm paying the gym $660 per month to have personal training for half an hour three times a week. And he has me come in and literally do one exercise, maybe three reps of it, and that's it. Maybe he'll have me do two different exercises. And then it's over. Is that normal? I feel super ripped off.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

This is definitely not normal. The only case where i could see it taking that long to do a couple sets would be if you’re very much focused on strength (such as a powerlifter). I would ask your trainer or the management why that is the case and probably find a new trainer to work with.

[@SuperMichelleDJ]

You know when a personal trainer is bad when they interrogate you and prove why you want to exercise at the gym. Like, I'm just there so I can sit down and twiddle my thumbs and talk crap all day over a cup of coffee.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Haha yup! Good example!

[@lifeofsaran91]

One of my close friend, looks fat and around 96 kg reduced from 120 kg. But recently He did International Personal trainer certification. I am not sure he do all the work outs properly with right formation. He joined as a gym PT now, training some people old age people and freshers. My point is he doing business to earn money apart from that, There is no improvements in his body still looks fat. He's not at all following diet and totally out of form even he don't have shape in his body before. He is dumping general trainers like who practically did all the work outs and get into the form ( no knowledge) I am worried about him why doing like that.

[@lifeofsaran91]

Is that necessary to show improvements in our own body to sustain in this fitness field?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I don’t think it’s necessary to show physical improvements when you’re training average, everyday clients with typical physiques. If you’re training bodybuilders, that’s a different story. You should look like a bodybuilder if you’re going to train them. At the end of the day, I think trainers should practice what they preach.

[@欣刘-z2w]

How you train 5 people at the same time

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Usually, in a small group setting. There’s a few different ways to do it though

[@TOiNEDFitness]

I'm just hoping all of my clients are Game of Thrones fans

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Hah I like it!

[@JD-hu3dg]

Glad I'm not a bad trainer in your eyes haha

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I'm glad you aren't either, man!

[@nbka8rs]

Algogogogo

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! Much appreciated!