My workouts weren't just in my calendar, but also my trainer's, which meant I couldn't hit snooze on my alarm or decide to stroll through the park instead of hitting the gym. Knowing that there was someone counting on me to show up was just the push I needed to stick with my routine — and once I was there, I really worked.
When you're exercising alone, or even in a class, you can always tone things down. Too tired to sprint on the treadmill? A jog is a few button clicks away. Not feeling those last two reps? Ending a set early is as simple as placing your weights on the floor. But in personal training, there's always someone watching. This held me accountable for each and every exercise. If I needed a break, I could take it — but that didn't mean I was done for the day.
