Getting started with online coaching can feel a bit daunting if you’ve never done it before, but it shouldn’t. That being said, you’ll likely be thinking:
- Does this really work?
- Will this actually work for my schedule?
- How personalised is it, really?
- What happens if I’m not motivated?
- etc. etc.
So, hopefully below I’ll clear all of those worries up, and let you know what to expect once you commit:
1. It’s Extremely Personalised
The first thing you’ll notice is that your programme isn’t generic. Real online coaching means your workouts are built around:
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Your goals (fat loss, muscle gain, both)
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Your experience level
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Your schedule and equipment (especially, if you train at home)
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Your preferences
You’re not just getting a PDF that looks like everyone else’s and left to your own devices.
2. Accountability That Keeps You On Track
One of the biggest reasons people sign up for coaching is because they struggle to stay consistent on their own.
Research shows people are far more likely to stick with things when they have someone checking in (same goes for coaches) its human nature. We do more, when people are watching.
What to expect:
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Weekly check-ins (to ensure your progressing or discuss blockers for the coming week)
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Feedback on progress and tweaks to your plan
- 24/7 Support – You can message whenever via the coaching app (you don’d have to wait for check-ins)
The whole point is for you to be able to get your queries answered fast, so you can move on from it, as soon as possible. -
Most of all – Knowing someone expecting your updates each week (that alone makes a huge difference).
3. Ongoing Support and Communication
Good coaching isn’t a one-time handoff. The coach should be reachable and responsive , whether that’s through messages, weekly reviews (check-in forms), or even quick check-ins chats. If you coach, only allows one contact per week, find a new coach.
Many clients expect:
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Guidance when motivation dips
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Responses to form or technique questions
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Adaptations for busy weeks
These small touches are what separate just a “plan” from actual coaching.
4. Realistic Goal-Setting and Progress Tracking
You won’t be promised overnight changes or unrealistic results. A good coach helps you set smart, achievable goals, and tracks them over time, so you can see progress in:
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Strength
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Body composition
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Fitness levels
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Energy and confidence
Progress tracking isn’t optional, it’s part of how coaching works. Being able to measure what’s actually changing helps you stay motivated and accountable.
Fun fact: I had a client send me a picture of THOR (Chris Hemsworth) and said thats his goal 😅… so without bashing a beloved celebrity. All I’ll say is super stars like him…have “assistance”, if you’re looking to built the best version of yourself, DO NOT use celebrities being paid millions for movie roles as the goal post ❌.
5. Help With Nutrition and Habits (Where Needed)
Most people think online coaching is just about workouts, but a big part of progress comes down to nutrition and habits.
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A simple eating strategy that supports goals
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Tips for hitting protein and calorie targets
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Guidance on food choices that fits real life
Even if your package isn’t a full nutrition programme, a coach should give at least basic guidance so your training actually works in practice.
6. Clear Steps, Not Confusion
One of the biggest frustrations people have before joining a coach is feeling like they don’t know what to do. With a good coach, that gets sorted fast:
✔ You know what you’re doing each workout
✔ You know how much to lift, when to eat and how to progress
✔ You get answers instead of guessing
That clarity, is often worth more than the workouts themselves.
7. Reality – Results Take Consistency
Online coaching isn’t magic 🧞♂️ it’s structured effort, guided by someone who knows what they’re doing.
Most people see their best results when they:
✔ Follow the plan consistently
✔ Communicate when life gets hectic
✔ Update progress weekly
✔ Lean on their coach when things get tricky
That’s how real progress happens 💪
Ready to improve and make a change?
If all the above sounds like what you need, my coaching options might be exactly what helps get you the results you want, with guidance you can actually stick to day in, day out.
