What to expect from a good fitness coach

If all those 5k, 10k, triathlon, thighs-of-iron, 10-push-ups-a-day or drop-a-dress size promises that you made to yourself in January have become a distant memory, then your motivation can be refreshed by hiring a good fitness coach.

- ANNIE DEADMAN

I say good, because there are lots of very scant personal trainer (PT) courses attracting wannabe coaches who want to earn big bucks without the graft – so it’s worth doing your research.

Entrusting your body and your goals to a coach isn’t only a very positive step forward, but also a huge relief. You don’t have to think, plan or push yourself. You simply tell them what you want, make some diary appointments, turn up and pay the money. The rest is up to them.