You can’t get a sexy toned body without working for it. The question is - how much will it take? Most people find joining a gym is the most effective tactic for maintaining workout motivation.

Of course, not all gyms are created equal. You might be thinking "I'll join the gym close to me" in hopes that the local gym will help you commit to your workout. Don’t sign up without considering your options first!

When’s the last time you felt on top of the world after a workout? Are you regularly seeing progressive changes in your body, or has the number on the scale stayed the same? If your gym time feels like a part-time job and you still aren’t losing weight or making gains, you’re not making the best use of your time. And since you already have enough to balance between work, home, and other responsibilities, your workouts need to be right on target!

If you’re a regular gym goer, you’ve seen probably seen the ever-present personal trainers meeting with clients, guiding people through workouts, pushing and encouraging through exercises. Ever wonder if you should hire one yourself? Take a look at our list below to see if a personal trainer would be worth it for you.

How small changes in your strength training, can mean big changes in your weight loss

When it comes to weight loss, you might automatically think you need to start extreme dieting or spending even more hours at the gym by adding extra cardio to your normal routine.