The Online Coaching Boom

But Does It Actually Work?

In the last few years,

Online personal training has exploded in popularity.

I'd know

I had an online personal training business for 6 years

Helping more than 1500 clients.

It’s marketed as a flexible, affordable alternative to in-person PT.

And on the surface, it sounds great:

Train from anywhere

Follow workouts on your own time

Get expert guidance for a lower price

Which are all true statements

But…

💡 Most people who sign up for online coaching

Don’t see the results they expected.

They start motivated, but within weeks,

They lose consistency, stop checking in, and eventually fall off completely.

Why?

Because online coaching alone lacks the real support and accountability needed for success.

Let’s break down the biggest reasons why online coaching fails for some

And what to do instead.

Reason #1: Online Coaching Works...

But It’s Missing One Key Element

I ran a successful online personal training business for 6 years,

Helping over 1,500 clients worldwide.

So I know firsthand that online coaching can be incredibly effective

If done right.

The problem isn’t online coaching itself

It’s that most people need more than just a plan and check-ins to stay consistent.

Even with the best training program, life gets in the way:

Work gets busy, and workouts get skipped.

Motivation dips, and it’s easy to push training to “tomorrow.”

Without real-time feedback, form mistakes can slow progress or lead to injury.

💡 This is where hybrid training changes everything.

It gives you the flexibility of online coaching,

While keeping you accountable through in-person check-ins and expert guidance.

Instead of just following a plan on your own,

You get hands-on coaching when it matters most

So you stay on track and actually see results.

Reason #2: Online Coaching Lacks Real-Time Feedback

One of the biggest downsides of online coaching is that

It relies on self-reporting.

Even with video feedback, form breakdowns and small mistakes can go unnoticed

**and those mistakes can cost you progress.**

In contrast, in-person coaching allows a trainer to:

Spot movement issues instantly and correct them on the spot

Give real-time cues to improve technique

Prevent injuries before they happen

💡 This is why Hybrid Training is the solution.

With one in-person session per month,

Your form, technique, and movement patterns are dialed in

So when you train independently,

You know you’re doing things correctly.

That means better results, fewer injuries, and long-term progress.

Reason #3: A Great Program Means Nothing

Without Adjustments

One of the biggest benefits of working with a coach

Is having a plan that adapts as you progress.

With online coaching,

You’re usually given a structured program

But without in-person assessments, it’s easy to follow the same workouts for weeks

Without knowing if they’re truly working.

Are you lifting with proper form?

Are you progressing at the right pace?

Do you need adjustments based on real-world performance?

💡 This is where Hybrid Training makes all the difference.

Instead of just following a static program,

You get monthly in-person sessions to:

Assess progress, fine-tune movements, and adjust your plan in real time.

That means no wasted effort—just consistent, measurable progress.

Reason #4: Online Coaching Can Feel Isolating

Even with a great coach,

Online training can sometimes feel like you’re going at it alone.

You’re training by yourself,

Checking in through messages,

And relying on videos or PDFs for guidance.

And while some people thrive with that independence,

Others miss the human connection

And real-time support that comes with in-person coaching.

With Hybrid Training, you get the best of both:

In-person sessions to stay connected and engaged

Direct access to your coach for ongoing support

A training system that feels personal—not just another app

💡 Knowing that you’ll see your coach face-to-face makes a huge difference.

It keeps you motivated, accountable, and on track

Without feeling like you’re doing it all alone.

The Best of Both Worlds:

Why Hybrid Training is the Smarter Choice

Online coaching works

But it works even better when combined with in-person support.

That’s exactly what Hybrid Training is built for.

Instead of choosing between expensive in-person PT

Or distant online coaching, you get the perfect balance:

In-person coaching to fine-tune technique, track progress, and stay accountable

Online structure & flexibility so you can train on your own schedule

Ongoing expert guidance to keep you on track between sessions

💡 This isn’t just a training plan—it’s a system designed to help you succeed.

With Hybrid Training, you get:

Real accountability,

Hands-on coaching,

And the structure to see lasting results

Without the massive price tag of traditional PT.

The Bottom Line: Online Coaching Alone Isn’t Enough

But Hybrid Training Is

If you’ve tried online coaching before and struggled to stay consistent,

It’s not your fault.

Most people need more than just a workout plan

They need real accountability, expert feedback,

And a system that adapts to their progress.

💡 That’s exactly what The Hybrid Method provides.

One in-person session per month to refine technique and keep you accountable

A structured online training plan so you can train on your schedule

Ongoing check-ins & support to ensure you stay consistent and keep progressing

If you’re ready to train smarter—not harder—Hybrid Training is the answer.

👉 Book Your Free Discovery Call Now and let’s build a plan that works for you.