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personal trainer

American

noun

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

Etymology

Origin of personal trainer

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

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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

Joshua's personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength coach, Sina Ghami, died on 29 December after their vehicle collided with a stationary lorry near Lagos, Nigeria.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 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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