FitMethod

So I have had several people approach me about whether I watch Bravo’s show Workout and what my thoughts are on the show. These days I don’t really watch much tv outside of sports and movie channels. However, a couple of weeks ago I did catch the season marathon of “Workout”. I was flipping through the channels and I noticed the show, and decided to see what the big fuss was about. Three hours later, I was still tuned in to find out what happens to Doug and whether the Skylab clients would reach their final goals. Needless to say, I was hooked.

The show is quite entertaining, and even moreso for me, given the nature of my work. However, I don’t think that it captures the full grasp of what we do as personal trainers. It seems to me that there is a perception of us, which is solidified by the show, that we are rep-counters that are only used for the aesthetic goal of losing weight. That is far from the truth.
The scope of our work exceeds weight loss. We deal with a full range of things, from helping one client prepare for a triathalon to helping another client gain the energy and strength that they need to play with their grandkids. Our job is to make a very positive change in our client’s lives that can stay with them throughout their lifetime. I feel that this important aspect of our job gets lost in the show.

Nevertheless, it is a very interesting reality show. I will definately be looking forward to the next season.