Body Makeover... REJECTED by my trainer
It is with much surprise, sadness and contemplation that I write this blog post... I don't live in a world of fairy floss and unicorns but I have to say that my life is fairly blessed.
I laugh every day, I love my home and my beautiful cat and best mate Neo. I have a wonderful and talented assistant who is just as passionate about my business as I am and makes life so much easier. My family is amazing and I have some wonderful friends.
I get to review beauty products, restaurants and bars, interview celebrities and do cool activities like feed tigers and flying trapeze.
I love what I do and I love my life, so at the beginning of the year when I made the decision to lose the excess weight I'd gained as a result of the medication I take due to a health condition I have (and will continue to have to take for the rest of my life) it was a big step. I'd already lost a decent amount on my own, I'd quit smoking on my own - which is a massive feat in itself, so the next step was to find an amazing supportive trainer to guide me and help me through the remaining kg loss via exercise and nutrition.
Enter Daniel Carruthers - we had agreed on a business arrangement that he would train me and help me reach my goal and I would promote him and his services via my blog postings after each session, Facebook as well as weekly webzine articles through the magazine that I write for GC Mag in total giving him exposure and publicity to over 80,000 plus readers and then some - so not a bad deal really, and the arrangement was I would get about 3 x 30min sessions per week plus nutrition and emotional support of course.
We had our first session http://mygasolinerainbow.blogspot.com/2012/01/body-make-over-challenge-day-1.html over 3 weeks ago....
Since then i've tried repeatedly to get in touch with him to organise my sessions via phone calls, text messages, emails and Facebook - all ignored and not responded to. I got to the point I felt like a stalker that was chasing a guy after a first date... It was and is a devastating feeling.
To be rejected by a trainer. It's 27 January 2012 and I've still not heard back from him, I still don't know why he's not only broken a business contract but also broken my health contract which meant so much to me. He promised me he'd help me, this wasn't just a vanity thing for me to get "sexy and beautiful" this was a health thing for me.
And we're nearly in February which means I've lost a month of training and nutrition support to reach my goal weight which was my birthday 7 March.
I'm hurt, disappointed and embarrassed as it's impacted on my business and the content I was providing to GC Mag and my blog.
It's also now made me think slightly differently about Personal Trainers, although I know you're not all like this, but to be ignored and rejected after just one session has quite affected me. Especially when we met a few times and I thought " he seems nice and compassionate and honest and genuine, he'll look after me...."
If there is another Personal Trainer/Gym/Weight Loss Specialist that would be interested in taking this Body Makeover Challenge on, please contact me on missy@svelt.com.au
UPDATE: I have since heard from Daniel, who has apologised for not being in contact with me. As i stated on my Facebook status when this blog was posted, this was not a "name and shame" and I have not said anything derogatory or defamatory about Daniel or his training in this posting. I was merely voicing my disappointment that due to a lack of communication on his part I was unable to fulfill my body makeover challenge.
I laugh every day, I love my home and my beautiful cat and best mate Neo. I have a wonderful and talented assistant who is just as passionate about my business as I am and makes life so much easier. My family is amazing and I have some wonderful friends.
I get to review beauty products, restaurants and bars, interview celebrities and do cool activities like feed tigers and flying trapeze.
I love what I do and I love my life, so at the beginning of the year when I made the decision to lose the excess weight I'd gained as a result of the medication I take due to a health condition I have (and will continue to have to take for the rest of my life) it was a big step. I'd already lost a decent amount on my own, I'd quit smoking on my own - which is a massive feat in itself, so the next step was to find an amazing supportive trainer to guide me and help me through the remaining kg loss via exercise and nutrition.
Enter Daniel Carruthers - we had agreed on a business arrangement that he would train me and help me reach my goal and I would promote him and his services via my blog postings after each session, Facebook as well as weekly webzine articles through the magazine that I write for GC Mag in total giving him exposure and publicity to over 80,000 plus readers and then some - so not a bad deal really, and the arrangement was I would get about 3 x 30min sessions per week plus nutrition and emotional support of course.
We had our first session http://mygasolinerainbow.blogspot.com/2012/01/body-make-over-challenge-day-1.html over 3 weeks ago....
Since then i've tried repeatedly to get in touch with him to organise my sessions via phone calls, text messages, emails and Facebook - all ignored and not responded to. I got to the point I felt like a stalker that was chasing a guy after a first date... It was and is a devastating feeling.
To be rejected by a trainer. It's 27 January 2012 and I've still not heard back from him, I still don't know why he's not only broken a business contract but also broken my health contract which meant so much to me. He promised me he'd help me, this wasn't just a vanity thing for me to get "sexy and beautiful" this was a health thing for me.
And we're nearly in February which means I've lost a month of training and nutrition support to reach my goal weight which was my birthday 7 March.
I'm hurt, disappointed and embarrassed as it's impacted on my business and the content I was providing to GC Mag and my blog.
It's also now made me think slightly differently about Personal Trainers, although I know you're not all like this, but to be ignored and rejected after just one session has quite affected me. Especially when we met a few times and I thought " he seems nice and compassionate and honest and genuine, he'll look after me...."
If there is another Personal Trainer/Gym/Weight Loss Specialist that would be interested in taking this Body Makeover Challenge on, please contact me on missy@svelt.com.au
UPDATE: I have since heard from Daniel, who has apologised for not being in contact with me. As i stated on my Facebook status when this blog was posted, this was not a "name and shame" and I have not said anything derogatory or defamatory about Daniel or his training in this posting. I was merely voicing my disappointment that due to a lack of communication on his part I was unable to fulfill my body makeover challenge.
Wow ... that seems really strange and really unprofessional, unless there is a reason for it, which there could be I guess. Because I can't think why else he would suddenly pull the plug without explanation? I had a look at your first post and it was fine and very positive, and your enthusiasm for this challenge jumped off the page. Really hope you get an answer AND a PT who can help you achieve your goals.
ReplyDeleteHi Missy,
ReplyDeleteI received your contact details through and friend of mine Corey Wikert.
He has told me you are on a fat loss goal and I can definitely help you get the kilos off and most importantly keep them off.
My educational background is that I have a deegree in Sports and Exercise Science and more than 12 years of industry experience.
I have used that education and experience in developing a holistic approach to my clients' health, understanding it is about so much more than just physical activity.
Many people in Sydney and on the Gold Coast have achieved their specific goals become fit, health and happy people with me and In Motion Health and Fitness, and I know I can assist you achieving too.
If you would like to meet up or just chat on the phone about what I can offer please do not hesitate to call me on 0414 750 083.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Cheers,
Brendan Junge - In Motion Health and Fitness
Its very sad to read Missy and I really Hope that the closing of this door opens one to another more amazing and supportive PT that really deserves your publicity and effort and heart that you are willing to put into this. Hang in there and stay healthy p.s Brendan seems awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis note really surprises me as I have been training with Dan Carruthers since early November and I have been thoroughly impressed with his professionalism and his intimate understanding of his trade. I have just achieved a number of major milestones, being the loss of 10 kilos and fitting into sizes of clothes that I havent fitted in to for over 15 years. I have found Dan to be very flexible with when I train, and completely focussed on me getting the outcomes that I want. Taking it even further, I have been through a catastrophic life event and I have found Dan to be a fantastic support mechanism during a very difficult time. This is all on top of the very reasonable training fees that he charges.
ReplyDeleteMy primary concern with a note like this is it is an unwarranted rant about a young Gold Coaster who has committed to starting and growing a local business, something that this economy and location needs to foster especially at a time like now. And it's a shame to see someone state that they didnt want to name and shame after that is exactly what you have done.
I dont know what contributed to your situation and can only speak from my own experience, but I have no hesitation in referring Dan to other people, and I in fact think he is an asset to the gold coast business environment. I take it you're a local gold coast business owner too, so maybe think twice next time before being so vocal with your comments, as local business needs to be supportive of each other.
Peter