3 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your PT | Raw Performance Gym
Working with a (PT) or coach can be one of the best investments you make in your health, fitness, and overall performance. Whether your goal is to build strength, lose fat, or simply feel more confident in the gym, having expert guidance can make all the difference.
But here’s the truth — even the best coach can’t get you results without your full involvement.
At Raw Performance, we see the biggest transformations from clients who commit, communicate, and show up ready to work.
So, here are 3 simple but powerful tips to help you get the absolute most out of your time with a coach or PT 👇
1️⃣ Be Honest and Transparent
Your coach can only help you if they know what’s really going on.
If you’re struggling to stick to your nutrition plan, missing sessions, or feeling low on motivation — tell them. Honesty helps your coach adapt your plan, provide extra support, and get you back on track faster.
Remember: we’re not here to judge — we’re here to help you win. The more open you are, the more tailored and effective your programme will be.
Pro tip: Communication = progress. Don’t hide setbacks; use them as learning moments.
2️⃣ Apply Maximum Effort
Your coach will guide you, motivate you, and hold you accountable — but they can’t lift the weights for you.
Results come from consistent effort, both inside and outside the gym.
We can design the perfect programme and provide all the tools, but you have to put in the work.
There will be days when you don’t feel like it — those are the days that matter most.
At Raw Performance, we’ll always match your effort. The more you bring, the more you’ll get back.
Pro tip: Treat every session like a step closer to your goal. Consistency beats perfection, every time.
3️⃣ Give Feedback and Ask Questions
If something feels off, confusing, or you’re just curious — ask!
Great coaching is a two-way relationship, and feedback helps your trainer adjust your plan to suit your needs.
We love when clients ask questions. It shows engagement and helps us become better coaches too. Whether it’s about form, nutrition, or recovery, there’s no such thing as a silly question.
Pro tip: The more you understand your training, the more ownership and motivation you’ll have to keep pushing.
The Bottom Line
Working with a coach or personal trainer isn’t about having someone shout at you for an hour. It’s about collaboration, trust, and effort.
When you’re open, consistent, and engaged, you’ll unlock your true potential — both physically and mentally.
At Raw Performance, we don’t do shortcuts or gimmicks — just real, honest training that delivers real results.
If you’re ready to take your training to the next level, come see what we’re all about.
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