tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post7177391579804708306..comments2023-05-24T09:48:33.147-04:00Comments on Halving Hadley - An Economist's Weight Loss Blog: To train or not to trainHadleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11573969739642304799noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-7457376119326273082009-08-09T04:04:53.069-04:002009-08-09T04:04:53.069-04:00I lost all my weight just doing the classes at my ...I lost all my weight just doing the classes at my gym. Maybe I don't understand what personal trainers are about, but always seemed like just a waste of money, especially for someone who's got a ways to go. It seems more appropriate for someone trying to sculpt themselves below 10% bf, but obviously, many people use them, and most people aren't that thin. Then again, I hate the weights and the machines, and do the strength training classes. I know many scoff, but I've seen some quite muscular guys come in thinking it would be easy, and gotten their behinds handed to them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-86072267184920829012009-08-06T18:20:05.610-04:002009-08-06T18:20:05.610-04:00Great read. I would suggest that you meet with th...Great read. I would suggest that you meet with the trainer and have he/she teach you how to use all the equipment on site. I think personal trainers are great for some people but remember they are there to make money too. My friend signed up with a trainer and he told her she needed 55 visits @ $65 a visit. That would not be a problem but my friend is 4'11 and weighs 97 pounds. She wanted to tone up but she was surprised that she needed so many visits. We could not believe this guy. I told her if you need 55 than I need 255 visits. I'm 5'9 weighing in at 281. She decided not to use a trainer. You should write down your reasons for wanting to drop weight and what areas of your body needs toning. When it comes to taking a spinning class go from it. You will drop weight really fast if you take 2 to 3 classes a week. Make sure to ask the spin teacher to help you adjust your seat because it makes a difference in the ride. The seat can be rough on the butt but after a few visits it will not be so painful. Buy a bike seat pad before you go to the first class. The pad will really make the ride more comfortable. Go at your own pace and try to hang in there for 30 minutes. I would only do 30 minutes for the first 5 classes than you can added more time if you are able. You will notice your legs, butt and abs toning up in two weeks. I highly recommend at less two yoga class a week. These classes with will help your mind and body. You should try different teachers to find the one you like because they all offer different moves. Just go for it all! Taking classes is a great way to find out how tough you are. You can also make lots of friends with your same interest. Regarding your picks: Arabic and emergency fund. Good Luck!lyricgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10597935671413130972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-92124863231959338562009-08-06T17:25:36.078-04:002009-08-06T17:25:36.078-04:00I guess being an economist really pays off...get i...I guess being an economist really pays off...get it...it really pays off...cue the sad laughter! How exciting that you live in D.C. at this time in history. You're living the dream, baby!<br /><br />You are young and should do everything you want. Being in the Foreign Service sounds exciting. Go for it. <br /><br />The personal trainer thing sounds great. Do the free thing and then see how you do on your own. You'll know if you need one.<br /><br />Thanks for you comments. Very encourging!F. McButter Pantshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06898410127481046597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-81462475133893340872009-08-06T15:09:24.139-04:002009-08-06T15:09:24.139-04:00You are impressive, 23 and saving for retirement.....You are impressive, 23 and saving for retirement...wow. <br /><br />All three choices are an investment in your future. I know very little about weights, but I personally wouldn't fork out the money for that--but I'm older and have different circumstances. <br /><br />I would think there are so many books and helpful people out there, that I might skip on hiring the trainer (unless the person was fantastic) and work on my emergency fund first, then take the Arabic classes. Or classes, then emergency fund/savings.<br /><br />It's hard to get out of my 44-year-old, no-parents-to-fall-back-on mindset, though. <br /><br />Let us know what you decide.<br /><br />One thing to keep in mind is that you are young, you have dreams, and now is a perfect time to fulfill those dreams. I know from experience, lol, the older you get, the more the brain slows down. ;-) Sometimes when we don't go for them, life doesn't give us the opportunity again.johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13033212669785433659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-59668149805072976962009-08-06T14:49:55.181-04:002009-08-06T14:49:55.181-04:00I would skip the trainer and go for the Arabic! Th...I would skip the trainer and go for the Arabic! There are so many resources that will give you the same advice as a personal trainer. I have found that DVD's are great for showing how to use certain weights as far as form goes. And when I wanted to use the weight machines at the gym, I found the free personal training session was enough to get me started. If I have questions, I just ask someone! You will begin to notice regulars who probably know more than the trainers!Holliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12591742742533329659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-77261261316534675942009-08-06T13:51:16.109-04:002009-08-06T13:51:16.109-04:00It's so good that you are so diligent with you...It's so good that you are so diligent with your finances at your age! I'm very, very impressed.<br /><br />I've never had a trainer, but know people who swear by them. They are pricey. As you know I lost my weight without a gym. . .Diane, Fit to the Finishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03563578757721307599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-91225080937838780762009-08-06T13:18:11.048-04:002009-08-06T13:18:11.048-04:00I think you should make the decision after you mee...I think you should make the decision after you meet with the trainer for the first time. Personally, I love my trainer because she is helping me tone and lift safely, and showing me the right forms, etc. But, maybe just one session will help create a workout that you can do on your own... good luck!HDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12401658165229337666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134023796262234834.post-45457332586354879092009-08-06T12:42:27.994-04:002009-08-06T12:42:27.994-04:00Hey Hadley! This was a very good post, and it defi...Hey Hadley! This was a very good post, and it definitely got me thinking about my own finances.<br /><br />The trainers at the gyms are always way expensive. You should look elsewhere if you really want it and maybe just train one day a week for awhile. I dont think you need one, though, because you could learn the same stuff by getting a Jillian Michaels video and some 3 pound weights and you actually see results way faster with her. I think your other goals are awesome and will benefit you more in the future.Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07759826087739490609noreply@blogger.com