The personal fitness training industry is making a shift to digital presenting entrepreneurs with more opportunities; meanwhile, the traditional fitness industry revenue models have taken a hit.
Fitness is a serious business and anyone who wants to get fit either has the option of working out at a gym or take up some sports such as cycling, running etc. In either case, those who are serious about their fitness goals, should consider using the services of a personal trainer to help you with your goals.
The events over the last year or so, which resulted in restrictions in movement of people, however has transformed the way in which the personal training is imparted.
With gyms closed and fewer options for outdoor sports, the fitness industry is witnessing a major shakeup as the traditional ways of doing things have made way for newer models.
Virtual Coaching Classes
If you have always used the services of a personal trainer, you will need to find a personal training who offers virtual (online) training. Most personal trainers are now providing online coaching using video software such as Zoom and Google Meet. Several startups are offering services to facilitate such classes, connecting students to personal trainers.
Streaming Services
Several fitness companies are now offering recorded fitness training classes by experienced fitness trainers, and offering them via on-demand classes and workouts. You can access these videos through apps that can be downloaded on your favourite gadget. These videos however are not personal; the same videos will be available to all the subscribers of the service. However, these are more affordable.
Integrated Fitness Devices
Several fitness equipment (exercise bikes, treadmills) now come with big screens, and the company that sells the equipment, provide integrated software along with the hardware that allows you to access fitness classes. You can choose pre-recorded classes or even have personal coaching with specific coaches. The advantage of this option is that you can access the exercises on the screen, and the equipment will track details such as heart rate, temperature, etc. while you exercise.
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