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5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Personal Trainer in Abu Dhabi
RPM Gym Editorial
Coaching team — Al Manhal
·4 min read
Published 27 November 2025 · 4 min read
Five questions that filter out 80% of bad coaches in the first conversation.
What's your certification — and from where?
ISSA, NASM, ACE, REPs UAE, or a degree in Physical Education or Physiology. 'Online certified' is not enough.
How do you measure progress?
Strength numbers, body composition, conditioning markers, photos. If the answer is 'how you feel', skip them.
Show me a sample 12-week program
Real coaches have one ready. Bad ones improvise.
Who else are you currently coaching at my level?
You want a coach who works with people like you, not exclusively with elite athletes or absolute beginners.
Can I do a paid trial session before committing?
A serious coach will say yes. A bad one will pressure you into a 12-pack.
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