In a city where the working day can be long and stressful, the health and fitness sector provides the opportunity for people to unwind, maintain fitness or lose weight.
However, some people lack the motivation to maintain a weekly training schedule. Engaging a personal trainer can provide a person with a tailor-made fitness programme that suits their individual needs and encourages them to stay committed.
'There is an ever-increasing demand from all walks of life for personal trainers in Hong Kong. Many people nowadays view personal training as a health essential and prefer the motivation and expertise that it provides,' says Darlie Leung, assistant marketing manager at California Fitness.
'Professional personal trainers help a person to make the most of their gym membership. They can provide people with a well-rounded workout, help develop core strength and ensure that the correct ways to use the machines and weights are followed.'
Trainers conduct regular in-body analysis to monitor a client's adaptability and performance. After an initial assessment, it is recommended that clients ease into their programme with two to three one-hour sessions per week for the preparation stage, then increase their load to three to four sessions once they reach the improving stage.
'Whether a person's goal is to prepare for a wedding, lose weight, improve general fitness or alleviate work-related stress, our trainers are able to map out a suitable combination of activities that will enable them to accomplish their goals,' Leung says.