Today we would like to discuss the top three reasons why small group training is proving to be a superior way to exercise for enjoyment, intensity AND results.
Reason 1
#1– Community – Exercising with likeminded individuals.
You may or may not know this, but recent studies shows that people who are isolated are more likely to be anxious, depressed, stressed and can develop diseases as a consequence. Here is a quick article released by lifeline if you would like more information.
It’s no secret that “energy creates energy” which is also enormously transferrable and infectious….right?
In other words, if you’re feeling a bit tired, sluggish, unmotivated then you’re bound to get a big dose of positive energy from other participants and/or coach or trainer. Not necessarily a ”motivational speech” destined to be a TED talk is required either. Merely the fact that you can feel the energy is enough in itself. The energy in the group, gym or atmosphere is what makes all the difference for a better and energised workout.
Reason 2
#2– Preventing Injury – Through watchful and experienced coaches eyes.
Having smaller and intimate groups when exercising dramatically reduces the risk of injury. Let’s explore 2 scenarios;
Scenario 1– Expert coach/trainer with 10 yrs experience coaching a group of 20. That’s one set of eyes watching, correcting, instructing 40 knees, 40 shoulders, 40 feet, 40 hands 20 spines, 20 head positions, 20 hips etc… Even an expert coach would struggle to coach all members effectively, efficiently and safely.
Scenario 2 – Expert coach/trainer with 10 yrs experience coaching a group of 6. Now we have the same set of expert eyes watching only 12 knees, 12 shoulders, 6 spines etc. Purely by numbers alone…what scenario will have less injuries or if any?
Reason 3
#3 Better results with customised workouts for specific needs, goals and fitness levels.
Most large group training sessions (10-30 people) will have a pre written workout that all members perform. Unfortunately due to size once again, there isn’t much consideration to injuries, goals, sports specificity, fitness levels and capabilities. There’s simply too many people to accommodate and make changes where needed.
Small Group Training (4-6 people) is more tailored, more specific to each person’s goals by simply modifying the planned (if needed) workout via better communication, better personal connection, understanding their needs for a specific desired outcome.
So that’s our top 3 reasons why Small Group Training is a preferred method of training. It’s a fantastic middle ground of one on one personal training (without the price tag) and large group training where you get lost in all the commotion.
Author Jason Clark – Co founder Perform 360.