FITNESS AUTHOR
Sarah Leahy, CPT
FITNESS
FAQ
ASK A TRAINER n Ever had those burning questions about fitness
but wasn’t sure who to turn to? Check out Sarah Leahy’s Ask A Trainer FAQ in which she relieves all your curiosities.
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ike any industry, trainers live and breathe what we do daily and are often surprised by the questions asked by both the general public and clients. Things that seem like common knowledge are only common knowledge when you have the foundational experience, and as trainers, our job is to help people learn how to live their healthiest lives. Here’s a list of some of the most commonly asked questions on health and fitness.
I recommend using the trial periods at gyms and group fitness studios to see what exercise modality you actually enjoy doing and where you feel the most welcome. A sense of community will help you look forward to going to the gym, and finding movement that feels right for your body is key. So don’t be afraid to be a beginner, and consider recruiting a friend or family member to try out new things with you until you find your fit. Q: I’ve been eating better and working out – why is my weight loss stalling?
Q: How do I know which training program is right for me? Everything seems intimidating as a beginner.
A: When people ask this question, they’re usually looking
for a magic answer. I’m afraid the true answer is simple and not what you want to hear – cut back your alcohol consumption, get more sleep and try to manage stress. Because alcohol is so prevalent in our day-to-day lives and the way we socialize, we often overlook how much we’re consuming. Your body treats alcohol as a toxin, so when it’s in your system, it focuses on getting it out – this stalls fat loss and also causes water retention.
A: Here’s the thing about fitness – everyone starts at
square one. No one knows what they’re doing the first time they take a class or start a new training program. We get it – it’s human nature to avoid embarrassment because we don’t like feeling like an amateur. But when it comes to fitness, there will be some trial and error on the journey to find what you like. JANUARY 2022
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