personal training
[ˈpɜːrsənəl ˈtreɪnɪŋ]
noun
treinamento pessoal
1. One-on-one fitness instruction provided by a certified professional trainer to help an individual achieve specific health and fitness goals
She hired a personal trainer for personal training sessions three times a week.
Ela contratou um treinador pessoal para sessões de treinamento pessoal três vezes por semana.
2. Customized exercise programs designed specifically for an individual's needs, abilities, and objectives
Personal training helped him recover from his injury faster than expected.
O treinamento pessoal ajudou-o a se recuperar da lesão mais rapidamente que o esperado.
3. Professional fitness coaching that includes form correction, motivation, and progress tracking
Personal training sessions often focus on proper technique and injury prevention.
As sessões de treinamento pessoal frequentemente focam em técnica adequada e prevenção de lesões.
Personal training has become increasingly popular in Brazil, especially in urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, as fitness culture has grown. While the English term is frequently used in Brazilian Portuguese, particularly in gym environments, Portuguese equivalents are preferred in more formal contexts. In the USA, personal training is a significant industry segment, often seen as an investment in health and wellness. The term is commonly abbreviated as 'PT' in fitness circles in both countries.
NYC Slang
PT (commonly abbreviated in fitness industry); getting trained; one-on-one with your trainer
Related Idioms & Phrases
getting personal training
hiring a personal trainer
investing in personal training
committed to personal training
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