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My PT has made a world of difference. He's really good though, so he will not only teach your PROPER technique, but also set the right loading parameters. Good technique + good loading parameters = Great results.
A lot of PTs are shite though, you can observe them when they train people. If people squat high, technique is shit in big lifts, loading is too light (women) too heavy (men, so technique will suffer) then don't hire them.
Aside from my coach, there is maybe 1 other one that's good, the other 4 in the gym, nah.
Edit: He does video coaching too if you want somebody to set diet/help with technique/what loads to use :)
JWestland
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I'd be interested in reading this. I know results on a training plan go up on studies where subjects are observed compared to those who just have to self-report - be interesting to know what mechanical difference a PT can make though.
On the PT tip, I had one free PT session when I first signed up for the gym and it was useful just to learn how all the machines work so you don't feel like a complete tool. I'm not sure I'd pay otherwise though. Mainly because I'm tight...