4 Reasons to Choose Personal Training Studios Over Traditional Gyms

Let’s start with something you probably know: Without a specific workout program, you're less likely to hold yourself accountable. And being accountable is the toughest part of getting into a workout routine. The next hardest part is to stay motivated and engaged. It also takes knowledge and the right level of awareness about your body to set your goals and understand what it’s going to take to get you the results you want.

At personal training studios, workout plans are tailored to your unique body type, fitness level, desired goals, and abilities. Learn more about the differences between gyms and studios below and discover why more people are deciding to work out at one-on-one training studios instead of traditional gyms.

Personal Training Studios vs. Traditional Gyms

The key difference between gyms and personal training is whether each workout is designed specifically for you. Personal training is just that — it’s personal. Workout sessions are designed with your known fitness level to move you toward your desired objectives.

Personal Training Studios

A personal fitness studio is a smaller gym that offers personal training — and attention — to each member. Your workout is predetermined and all of the equipment you need is laid out for easy access. You'll have a plan in place before you even set foot inside the door. You need the right motivation to continue your workout, and you get that with personal training.

Traditional Gyms

Traditional gyms have open equipment, rows of treadmills, lots of machines, and oftentimes offer fitness classes. During busy times they are crowded. And you’re typically left to use the equipment on your own. But do you even really know how to use it — effectively? Traditional gyms are a good place to socialize and meet new people, and can also be a good place to start a beginner fitness program.

Four reasons a personal training studio may be the right choice for you.

1. Effectiveness

Achieving fitness goals depends heavily on following the right plan. If you don’t have a plan, you'll likely never get the results you want. At personal training studios, you receive one-on-one personal training with trainers that develop a specific workout for each individual. They'll look at your strengths, weaknesses, and goals, and then help you improve based on these factors. With a plan made to meet your goals, you'll see results faster and with much less hassle. How can you tell if it's working? You'll know you follow an effective fitness routine if you can:

• Lift heavier weights

• Do more repetitions

• Sleep more soundly at night

• See extra definition in your muscles

2. Customer Success & Being Member Focused

In a fitness environment, providing excellent customer service means looking out for members' needs before they know they have them. Good customer success might include having towels available for people to use post-workout or refilling the complimentary water bottles regularly. It means tending to members' questions and seeking answers for them right away. Member success also requires a great attitude and positive reinforcement. People who have just started a workout routine may feel vulnerable. They need encouragement to continue working toward their goals. Offering kudos before, during, and after workouts can provide the small spark a person needs to return week after week.

At a personal training studio, it's easier to offer these perks. A smaller number of members means more one-on-one time for each individual.

3. Personalization

Personal training studios offer a high level of personalization that regularly leads to success. Trainers tailor each workout to the individual. If you have stronger legs but a weaker core, your exercise routine will aim to address that disparity. Other benefits of a personalized workout include:

• Motivation: Your trainer can encourage you and push you to achieve something you never dreamed possible.

• Challenge: Many people don't push themselves in a traditional gym because there's no one watching their results. A personal trainer can help you safely push your limits.

• Health monitoring: Too many people overdo it at the gym as soon as they start going. These individuals often get so burnt out that they don't return. A boutique studio can help prevent burnout by offering workout plans that ramp up slowly and safely.

4. A Clean and Safe Environment

Cleanliness and safety have never been more critical, and smaller gyms have the time and dedication to focus on these measures. At personal training studios, there's less equipment and fewer people touching that equipment and this makes it easier to have — and stick to — a cleaning plan. Client safety must be a top priority in these spaces, as each studio's reputation depends on it. As a result, you'll notice a high level of focus on your needs when you choose personal training over a gym.