Personal Training with Sarah Neale


Personal Training is just that.  Personal.  When you turn up to a session, I am aware that you may feel uncomfortable, unsure and that you want to be safe, but also work hard enough to get stronger. 

I work with the person in front of me, on the day that you are there.  We all have good days and bad days and sometimes training is what you need to improve your day. 

As a Personal Trainer, it is my job to design a programme for you that will progressively get you stronger.  Also to select exercises (or variations thereof) that are appropriate for you and that you enjoy and are more likely to work out with between sessions with me. 

I tend to work with individuals over 40 and have experience of working around injuries and conditions that sometimes stop people from working out.  

Please do get in touch for a free 15-minute chat if you have any questions.

FREQUENTLY-ASKED QUESTIONS

I want to improve my fitness, but I don't know how.I haven't lifted weights before, I'm scared of hurting myself.
  • I will start you slowly and get you moving well before adding weight.  Bodyweight exercise and mobility, core stability is the best way to ensure you are safe while lifting.
I know what to do, I just need to do it.
  • Personal Trainers aren't just there to ensure proper technique, we are also there to motivate and encourage.  I have been teaching fitness for four years, I build a rapport with my clients and keep you motivated whilst keeping you safe.
How do we start?
  • I need to get to know what motivates you and the way to get the best out of you.  Please fill in my consultation form, which will give me a starting point with this.  We will also have a chat, either on the phone or in person and then I will tailor your programme to your goals and lifestyle needs. 
  • We will agree the format, duration and frequency of your sessions with me.  We then set up an agreed date and time for our first session.  I can train you at your home or at mine.  I have equipment, space and parking, I am based in Clifton. 
  • We have our first session, feedback to each other how it went and then agree on the next session.  I will give you a programme to get on with between our sessions.  Please see the handout on being prepared for a session with me. 
What kind of training will I be doing?
  • I teach good form when lifting weights.  So expect lower impact resistance workouts.  Starting with lighter weights, teaching you how to lift safely and then gradually increasing the weight as you get stronger. 
  • I will include a warm up at the beginning of the session, to mobilise your joints and a cool down to stretch you out at the end of the session. 
  • I will give you a guidance on how to workout with between sessions.  Tailored to your fitness level.  I also do online Gentle Yoga, Dumbbells at Dawn classes and a monthly Yoga Workshop.  You can also book for a weekly Gentle Yoga Class at my home studio, Haven.
Can you help me with my nutrition?
  • I can advise you on good nutrition for exercise and can do a weekly food diary analysis for an extra charge.  For more in-depth nutrition advice you can find an nutritionist and more resources on the BANT website. 

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