With the myriad of gyms and fitness centers across the country, it is understandable if residents become frustrated with finding the organization that is right for them. Not to mention that joining is just the beginning – actually reaching the fitness goals is another challenge.

However, a recent survey shows gym-goers are looking for a little one-on-one attention and Personal Training Institute (PTI) is part of the trend.

This past summer, PTI commissioned Freed Vance Research Group in Virginia to conduct a survey of its members and a general survey nationwide. There were 250 respondents from each category and the results overall concluded that “self-service” gyms were less than satisfying and one-on-one attention was much more appealing.

“The results confirmed what we were already hearing from our clients – the one-on-one attention that Personal Training Institute provides is much more effective in reaching fitness and weight-loss goals,” said Carol Kur, MSRD, co-founder and vice president of Personal Training Institute. “Working with a trainer helps individuals not only reach their goals, but understand exactly what they are doing for their bodies and the benefits of each exercise.”

The survey also found the following:

• PTI has a 91 percent approval rating among current members
• 75 percent of PTI’s members say that they have or they believe they will reach their fitness goals and weight management goals at PTI
• 91 percent of their members say that the personal training and nutrition program at PTI makes their goals more attainable
• 90 percent of members think PTI is “better than a traditional gym”
• 70 percent of nonmembers found the PTI concept appealing
• From the general survey nationwide, only 40 percent of respondents had overall satisfaction from their current or recent fitness club

In addition to a personalized workout program, clients meet once a week with a nutritionist who develops a balanced program based on their age, weight and lifestyle. The nutritionist teaches the clients how to eat properly, including the importance of balanced meals, the difference between good and bad carbs, and how to snack properly.