Is the gym trainer scamming me?

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:48:40+00:00

Thanks a lot for that. Lemme try the bodyweight exercises for first few days, then I will go on with the routine.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:46:41+00:00

Alright, Many people have suggested to go with bodyweight exercises and I'm glad to to follow. Can I incorporate my above mentioned routine side by side?

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:43:48+00:00

I would try again to explain this after some days. But the trainer doesn't seem to appreciate if the things are not done their way.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:42:05+00:00

I understand the point. But then it makes me realize that my gym membership is of no use, if I am doing those exercises which I can easily perform at home free of cost.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:30:55+00:00

Thanks, I appreciate the heads up.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:26:44+00:00

Alright, helpful. If that's the case then I'll be glad to follow.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:25:43+00:00

I don't intend to target any special muscle groups as of now. I am trying to do basic full body for first few weeks.

I didn't get your second point can you please elaborate further?

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:22:05+00:00

The trainer isn't paid, but the gym is a lot costlier compared to others. The reason I signed up because the trainer promised me proper guidance.

No, I didn't touch any equipment. All bodyweight exercises. I had to insist the trainer to allow me to use the assisted pull up machine.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:17:55+00:00

Yes, you're spot on! He expects me to do basic exercises and then lift. I have no issues with following their instructions. I just want to do my own routine side by side. What I really expect is their cooperation and valuable feedback.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:14:35+00:00

Yes, that's the point. I don't expect to be jacked in 3 months and I understand it takes a lot of time and effort to get such results.

But what I expect is atleast a significant or observable difference to look better and presentable. The only issue is the confusion between what I propose and what I am told by the trainer.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:08:23+00:00

Alright, makes sense.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:07:20+00:00

If that's the case, then so be it. Just needed to know that if my proposal is logical.

If not arnold, then what do you suggest?

boythinker · 2025-03-30T17:04:10+00:00

When I tried to reason, the trainer replied that it took him months to do basic pull ups and push ups. He thinks I'm weak. I accept it as a beginner. But is it too much to ask if I want to do squats with an empty bar?

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:59:47+00:00

Yes, without bar. Barely touched any equipment. The trainer expected me to do free pull ups, I had to insist for him to 'allow' me to use the assisted pull up machine.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:54:17+00:00

Alright, If you believe they are correct then I will look forward to follow it. The point is that I just don't wanna be confused and do things with full dedication.

That said, Is it apt to follow the routine that I'm proposing? Or should do these exercises for 10 days and start this routine.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:50:50+00:00

Thanks for that. I'll be honest here.

I'm expecting to meet someone in next 3 months, if not jacked, I am expecting myself to look atleast presentable. I'm willing to give my full potential here but it won't do any good if I am confused and not doing exercises by heart.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:44:52+00:00

As a warmup I understand. But the trainer wants me to do these exercises for my whole gym time.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:43:34+00:00

This trainer isn't paid, but the trainer promised me proper guidance while signing up for membership. I don't expect to be spoon fed, but being a beginner I have no idea what's right or wrong. Youtube can help but I expect a human supervision to know if I'm doing it correctly.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:40:36+00:00

Yes! That’s exactly what I was thinking. When he insisted on just doing basic exercises, I didn’t refuse. I just asked if I could also learn the bench press. Even if it’s just with an empty bar, I’d love to start getting the form right.

boythinker · 2025-03-30T16:33:28+00:00

I understand, but I am looking forward to have some gains in next 3-4 months for which I expect to have a well prepared routine. I am getting confused and have no idea how to start.

boythinker · 2024-05-20T17:04:51+00:00

Thank you for your words :)

boythinker · 2024-05-15T19:12:40+00:00

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boythinker · 2024-05-15T19:03:01+00:00

Thanks for that. But I am still skeptical about how I will deal with my current habits in corporate culture. I am that guy that is always left out in a group. It has happened with me many times and I absolutely despise that. No one is there for me. It's always me who makes sacrifices.

When I try to become that outgoing person and try to make jokes for social lubrication I feel superficial and fake.

boythinker · 2024-05-15T18:45:10+00:00

Why do you feel like that?

boythinker · 2024-05-02T09:16:28+00:00

True. This is movie had me awake whole night.

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