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Latest post on 05 January 2016 - 10:48

Is there a personal trainer out there who will take on an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female (who also needs to get in shape and lose 20kgs before April 2017?). Motivated but unsure where or how to start..

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Latest post on 13 April 2016 - 08:27

Google 'couch to 10K' - my daughters did this last year and manage to succeed in running the 10k at the end of it. Something you can do on your your own, or with a buddy. Good luck

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Latest post on 12 April 2016 - 23:05

Is there a personal trainer out there who will take on an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female (who also needs to get in shape and lose 20kgs before April 2017?). Motivated but unsure where or how to start.. Hi Amy, I don't know if you have manged to find something you like yet but I can highly recommend a PT called Dan - 050 9218775. He is also very good with nutrition good luck :cool:

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Latest post on 19 March 2016 - 20:10

Hi Amy, would you be interested in trying out Pilates? Its a great way to get started with exercise, to become more body aware (we call it mindful movement) and then whatever you choose to do exercise-wise the Pilates Method will always be the basis upon which you will draw from to reduce risk of injury, improve longterm health, feel better, fitter, less stressed and so on. I would also recommend one to one sessions first to ensure you get the most out of it. Hi littlejo..are you a pilates instructor? if so I would love to get more info and train with you depending on your charges. How can I get in touch with you?

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Latest post on 01 February 2016 - 11:53

Hi! I am not a personal trainer, just a normal working mom - but I do use an at home workout method that is amazing and have been using it for 5 years now. It is the Tracy Anderson Method. It is a bit complicated to go through it all here but if you like you can email me achahbazi at hotmail.com. I've seen women of all sizes and ages us it - of course, like any fitness method, the key is consistency and commitment. If you are interested let me know!

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Latest post on 27 January 2016 - 17:23

Hi Amy, would you be interested in trying out Pilates? Its a great way to get started with exercise, to become more body aware (we call it mindful movement) and then whatever you choose to do exercise-wise the Pilates Method will always be the basis upon which you will draw from to reduce risk of injury, improve longterm health, feel better, fitter, less stressed and so on. I would also recommend one to one sessions first to ensure you get the most out of it.

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Latest post on 27 January 2016 - 17:12

The OP disappeared... Probably just stalking and not joining in :quite:

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The OP disappeared...

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Latest post on 27 January 2016 - 11:28

I found these videos for beginners useful when I was trying to start exercising again after many years of inactivity. This, or something similar, could be a nice gradual start for you as you look for a personal trainer. It's only 30 minutes a day and I found the calendar format motivating. http://www.blogilates.com/blog/2014/12/30/new-beginners-calendar-2-0-for-2015/

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Latest post on 27 January 2016 - 08:44

Group classes aren't great if you are unfit - they frequently lead to injuries since you don't know how to do the exercises and the instructor can't help you as much as you need. The OP is right, she needs a personal trainer. If the OP tells us the area she is in, we can be more help.

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Latest post on 26 January 2016 - 15:19

Most gyms offer Personal Trainers, if you are available during the day then why not book day time sessions. The gyms are normally quieter and you wont be as self conscious. Once you are used to going then you can continue with gym membership and join the classes that you enjoy or use the equipment that your trainer has shown you how to use.

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Latest post on 26 January 2016 - 15:06

Being an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female with quite a few kilo's to loose myself, I would never ever go to group exercise classes. Because they indeed are scary and filled with slim women who look at you funny. Sorry, been there, done that. Pole Angels surely doesn't cater to our needs. The name alone.... As Twohoots suggest I'm starting with light exercise at home, but a good personal trainer would surely help! Following this thread to see if some good suggestions (out of experience, not commercial gain) come up. Good luck to you Amy, I'm with you! Oopsiedaisy, I hear ya! :) The one class that I love is BodyPump, which seems to cater to all shapes and sizes. You can choose your weights and you work out every muscle group for 5 minutes. I stick to low weights and focus on my technique. The class is over before you know it! I tend to go once a week mid-morning because all of the "gym bunnies" have gone by then. I then walk or do short runs for cardio and that works most of the time to keep me feeling fit. I try not to obsess over the scales too much and focus more on my energy levels. The thing that motivates me the most, though, is the feeling after you've exercised. I forget just how good that feels until I get off my a** and do something. Good luck! I'm sure you'll get there soon :)

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Latest post on 26 January 2016 - 14:05

Being an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female with quite a few kilo's to loose myself, I would never ever go to group exercise classes. Because they indeed are scary and filled with slim women who look at you funny. Sorry, been there, done that. Pole Angels surely doesn't cater to our needs. The name alone.... As Twohoots suggest I'm starting with light exercise at home, but a good personal trainer would surely help! Following this thread to see if some good suggestions (out of experience, not commercial gain) come up. Good luck to you Amy, I'm with you! Fitness Factory has people who are all shapes/sizes/ages my friend who was about 6 stone overweight managed to lose it all at their classes. She said they were really positive/encouraging and let her go at her own pace

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Latest post on 26 January 2016 - 13:52

which area to you live in if I may ask? I train with a good Canadian PT who trains clients in Mirdif/Garhoud/Nad al sheba area so I can recco her based on your location.

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Latest post on 10 January 2016 - 09:11

Being an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female with quite a few kilo's to loose myself, I would never ever go to group exercise classes. Because they indeed are scary and filled with slim women who look at you funny. Sorry, been there, done that. Pole Angels surely doesn't cater to our needs. The name alone.... As Twohoots suggest I'm starting with light exercise at home, but a good personal trainer would surely help! Following this thread to see if some good suggestions (out of experience, not commercial gain) come up. Good luck to you Amy, I'm with you!

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Latest post on 10 January 2016 - 08:23

Is there a personal trainer out there who will take on an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female (who also needs to get in shape and lose 20kgs before April 2017?). Motivated but unsure where or how to start.. Great news that you want to get fitter. Having a personal trainer will always help but to start with you can always start with light walking or use you tube for some inspiration to start excising at home! Maybe go to a beginners group exercise class, they are not as scary as they sound and its good when others are around you to motivate you! Hi Emy,, yes it is great thing to always try and keep fit and healthy.. maybe you can try this place i heard of they offer group sessions of fitness/flexibility/cardio and personal training it is in motorcity ..Pole Angels Dubai. Good luck Amy!!!

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Is there a personal trainer out there who will take on an unfit, gym-averse, 50-something female (who also needs to get in shape and lose 20kgs before April 2017?). Motivated but unsure where or how to start.. Great news that you want to get fitter. Having a personal trainer will always help but to start with you can always start with light walking or use you tube for some inspiration to start excising at home! Maybe go to a beginners group exercise class, they are not as scary as they sound and its good when others are around you to motivate you!

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