personal trainer

American  

noun

1. a person who works one-on-one with a client to plan or implement an exercise or fitness regimen.

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Etymology

Origin of personal trainer

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

Aimee - a personal trainer, fitness fanatic and volleyball champion - has qualified for the women's Pro Hyrox World championships for the second year.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The Elwood Club at the Pendry Newport Beach hotel in Newport Beach, Calif., for example, gives members access to the hotel’s on-site personal trainer and hosts an annual masquerade party for members only.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Betts kept an open mind when he first learned of teammate Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s unique workout routine, which includes javelin throwing, yoga, and working with personal trainer Osamu Yada.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

It was then that Palmer's painful groin issue worsened - something he has been trying to overcome during two separate spells, having been permitted time to train with his cousin, a personal trainer, in Dubai.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 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