Hiring a personal trainer is one of the best decisions you can make when it comes to reaching your fitness goals. But have you ever considered how the gender of your trainer can help you?

I've met quite a few people who have the idea that they will only work with a male trainer. Maybe they feel like men know more about fitness or are better equipped to help them reach their strength goals. But here are 4 reasons why having a female personal trainer may be the better option.

Comfort.

I don't know about you, but I don't want just anyone watching me squat, especially if I'm feeling self-conscious about my body. Having a female personal trainer can help you feel more comfortable not only with your body but also in a situation that could be intimidating if you're new to the gym.

There are also certain situations that a male trainer just can't understand. Women should be comfortable expressing how they're feeling to their trainer. I want my clients to be comfortable working out, even on their periods, without having to worry about feeling embarrassed about having cramps or not feeling their best.

I can help you build muscle just as well as a male trainer.

Men and women are very different anatomically, but their ability to gain strength and muscle is very similar. There are no exercises specifically for men or women. If you want to build muscle, you need to be doing the same core movements as everyone else regardless of your sex. It's a common misconception that glute exercises are only for women and chest exercises are only for men. But men, if you want to strengthen your squat or deadlift, you need to strengthen your glutes. And women, if you want to have a nice rounded shoulder, then bench press is going to be your friend.

I understand that nutrition is not one size fits all.

If you don't want to spend the rest of your life eating chicken and rice, don't worry. Neither do I. There is something to be said about "bro science." For some people, it works and they can stick to it long term. But if you're anything like me, then you're hoping to have a diverse, and tasty diet while still being healthy. Working with a female trainer can help you have a better diet that you can stick to. I've experimented with different recipes and I know how to make a healthy meal taste good. I can help you come up with a plan that allows you to eat the foods you love and try different recipes that will help you reach your goals.

Finding the right personal trainer for you is extremely important. You need to make sure that your personalities mesh and that they're someone you can trust. Working with a female personal trainer can help you feel comfortable while also helping you push your limits in the gym.