Question

In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or doing exercise classes. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?

Model Answer

It is increasingly common for people to attend workout sessions with a personal trainer. As this is a relatively recent phenomenon, people are naturally asking why this should be the case. I believe it is because personal classes are not only convenient but also an effective way to keep fit.

One of the main reasons for the popularity of personal trainers is that you can schedule classes at a time that is convenient for you. For example, if your regular weekly class clashes with a work event, you can reschedule it for the following day. This is not possible if you attend group classes or participate in a team sport. Another reason for the growth in popularity of personal trainers is that they often get results. A good personal trainer motivates their clients to work out more regularly than they otherwise might. With regular exercise, people are more likely to achieve their fitness goals.

In general, I think the trend is one that should be welcomed. It means that people are exercising more and in a way that minimizes the chance of injury. It would be sad if people stopped participating in group activities altogether, but classes with a fixed schedule are often not an option for people with busy lifestyles. Under these circumstances, it is better that people do some form of exercise rather than nothing at all.

Overall, I believe that busy people will continue to seek out personal trainers as a means of keeping fit. This should be considered a positive development as it undoubtedly improves people's health and well-being.

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