02/12/2025
And the answer is a resounding YES!
Besides the obvious reasons of accountability and safety, supervision really does matters because it’s proven to deliver better results.
A Southampton Solent University study found that six months of supervised resistance training improved older adults’ strength, body composition, function, and wellbeing. However, those who trained without supervision lost strength at the same rate as those who stopped completely. The evidence shows that direct supervision is crucial for effective strength training.
Another study split 36 young adults into supervised and unsupervised groups, both following identical eight-week workout routines. The supervised group received personal trainer guidance and feedback, while the unsupervised group only recorded attendance. Results showed supervised participants had greater muscle growth, strength gains, and adherence. The authors concluded that direct supervision, like that from personal trainers, leads to better outcomes for recreationally resistance-trained individuals, regardless of program design.
That’s why even our trainers have trainers!!
