Frequently asked questions

Here are some non-technical questions regarding the training programmes.

1. Where do you conduct the training sessions?

2. Can you come to my home gym to train me?

3. Why should I pay for a personal trainer when I can get all I want from books and magazines?

4. My friend/boyfriend/girlfriend is an expert. He/she can train me for free. Why should I pay for your services?

5. I have heard some freelance personal trainers charging only $40. Why are your charges so high?

6. Why should I train 2 to 3 times a week? Is it because you earn more money this way?

7. Will weight training make women bulkier?

8. When will I see results?

9. Will I get aches all over my body? I work long hours, so the last thing I want is a torture session.

10. Why should I trust you and your training when you don't hold any title such as "bodybuilding champion"?

11. I am a woman and I have never been to a gym. I am uncomfortable with the idea of going to exercise in a gym. Is the gym an intimidating environment?

12. Will I train with one trainer or many different trainers during my fitness programme?

1. Where do you conduct your training sessions?

You can choose to train at either at the Concorde Hotel or Riverside Point, depending on where is more convenient for you. There're no extra charges like membership if you train with us. Lockers and towels will also be provided.

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2. Can you come to my home/apartment gym to train me?

While it is always best to train at a "complete gym", I can do a house call if your home gym is adequate. In fact, I can even train you without a gym! There will be a small surcharge for house calls.

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3. Why should I pay for a personal trainer when I can get all I want from books and magazines?

Sure, there're photos describing the workouts in your magazines. However, certain things like posture and technique require much more detail. This is where a personal trainer comes in. A personal trainer highlights the essence of each movement so that you can have a great and safe workout, and ultimately, your results.

A trainer also motivates you to stay focused and motivated to exercise. Now, getting started AND staying on the programme is tough for most people. Your books and magazines really can't replace a professional personal trainer.

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4. My friend/boyfriend/girlfriend is an expert. He/she can train me for free. Why should I pay for your services?

Training with some "guru" for free sounds like a good idea. Or is it? You may risk injury if you train at a higher intensity than you should. Or you may not reach your goal because your friend's workout doesn't suit you.

If you service your car with a professional mechanic, there's no reason why you should let uncertified people "mess around" with your physique.

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5. I have heard some freelance personal trainers charging only $40. Why are your charges so high?

Personal Training charges are normally around S$70 - $80 per hour. If you visit any mega gym, you'd need to purchase a large training package usually above 25 sessions to enjoy a lower rate like S$70.

Freelance personal trainers have the freedom to undercut whoever they want. Honestly, I have heard of S$40 per hour trainers myself. It may look you're getting a good deal. However for that money, you're probably getting your training in a pay-per-entry gym. While there's nothing wrong with that, you also probably won't get a decent showering/changing/locker room. You'd have to bring along your own towels. You'd need to put up with poor gym etiquettes from other gym users. You'd need to make do with rusty equipment. For all these, I'd say S$40 is really very "expensive". Honestly.

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6. Why should I train 2 to 3 times a week? Is it because you earn more money this way?

The body needs the necessary stimulant to change. Whatever your goal is, you need to be consistent in order to achieve it. There's really no point in training once a month because you probably won't get anything out of it. By training 2 to 3 times a week with a trainer, you get a good balance of training and rest that enables you to achieve your goal.

If I'm really so money-minded, I'd recommend you to train with me every day and not 2-3 times a week. And if I really want to make a lot of money, I won't be a personal trainer. No apologies for my candour.

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7. Will weight training make women bulkier?

No. Men and women are different. That's why I need to shave my chin and don't have to wear a bra. So ladies, you don't have to worry about becoming bulky if you start exercising because you WON'T. In fact, weight training is necessary in women's training programme to increase lean tissue, improve strength, correct posture and enhance fat loss.

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8. When will I see results?

You have to be realistic about achieving your goal. Science dictates that if you exercise correctly relative to your goals and consistently, you WILL reach your target. In my workout programmes, measurements are done around every 6 weeks so that we can monitor your progress consistently. While I cannot specify the results you'll see, I can GUARANTEE that you will improve your fitness and physique if we go according to schedule.

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9. Will I get aches all over my body? I work long hours, so the last thing I want is a torture session.

For beginners or people who lay off exercise for a long time, you may experience some muscle aches at the start of your workout programme. This is common because your muscles are experiencing an initial shock from the exercises that are new to you. As you progress, exercising becomes a norm for your body, so the ache lessens. A personal trainer can help you with stretching your muscles after each workout.

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10. Why should I trust you when you don't hold any prestigious title such as "bodybuilding champion"?

It's great to have a "champion" as your personal trainer. However, a good trainer doesn't always have to be a champion bodybuilder.

Why do you look for all that pedigree in your trainer if he cannot make your physique and fitness improve? You want someone to customise a programme for YOU, NOT follow his own programme.

A good trainer is someone who's ever reliable, honest, able to plan your fitness programme according to your goals and fitness levels, possess a likeable character, and above all, able to deliver a good, effective and fun workout.

Just look at my own "before and after" photos. Then look at my clients' testimonials. I'm confident that I meet all the criteria for a good trainer. Try me and you'll know.

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11. I am a woman and I have never been to a gym. I am uncomfortable with the idea of going to exercise in a gym. Is the gym an intimidating environment?

While it may be a new experience stepping into a gym for the first time, we don't think that your fitness goals should be stopped by such fears.

Having a trainer can help you "ease into" the gym. By having a personal trainer guiding you, you won't feel uneasy or intimidated by other gym users. Beside, we operate in more exclusive gyms where the environment is less hectic. This also helps in creating a pleasant training venue.

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12. Will I train with one trainer or many different trainers during my fitness programme?

Since this is a personal training service, only one trainer is assigned to you throughout your fitness journey. This trainer will get to understand your fitness level and plan your workouts accordingly.

It is not usually a good idea to have many trainers taking charge of your training. There is no continuity and this may slow down your progress. However, special arrangements can be made when your assigned trainer is away on medical leave or military duties.

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