personal trainer
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of personal trainer
First recorded in 1990–95
Example Sentences
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"I've got a personal trainer who works on my strength, my core, my balance, and I feel like that definitely helped my game," he revealed.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
In prison, he became devoted to working out; after his release, Mr. James hung out his shingle as a personal trainer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026
His longtime personal trainer and athletic performance coach, Mike Mancias, next wrapped both of James’ knees and his back in ice.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
Ayodele was the personal trainer of the former two-time unified heavyweight champion while Ghami was Joshua's strength and conditioning coach.
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
He was also given access to the Church’s personal trainer, Harry Sneider, a former weight-lifting champion who took a special interest in Bobby.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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