[Sweetcaroline]

The back story is too long, I'll cut to the chase... I need/must/have to.. And I am CHOSING to committ to an exercise program.

I've decided to try a trainer. I've never had one for more than the intro sessions at the gym...

I do have chronic neck (disk) and knee pain non-injury...

My goals flexibility and strength training and most importantly some encouragement and 'in-your-face', do-it attitude...

I don't have a lot of money to 'shop' around. I took some business cards from the desk at my gym, they say is 'certified', called yesterday and 'still' waiting for return calls, not a good sign... I asked a couple people at the gym... no one had a recommendation...

Certification ?
Male ? Female ?
Young, older ?
approx. price range per session ?

Any info would be greatly appreciated... Thank you so much !

[nelie]

I'd recommend reading the sticky "How to choose a personal trainer"
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/exer...l-trainer.html

Price ranges vary. I'd basically talk to the various personal trainers available, many gyms restrict who can train in their gym.

[Sweetcaroline]

Yikes... right under my nose... thanks Nelie...