Story: Zach's Personal Trainer (part 1)

Desperate to improve his body, his grades, and his motivation, uni student Zach seeks the help of a personal trainer whose ‘advanced techniques’ he sees advertised on Facebook.

0. The Ad.

“Free Personal Training, students benefit from my Advanced Techniques to help you achieve your goals, whatever they are.” Zach paused. The ad had an email address and, if he was honest with himself, the idea really appealed. Maybe this guy could help him get to the gym, and transform his lanky body into something he could be proud of, at last. He’d been trying for so long; honestly, so, so long.

“Fuck it,” he muttered to his MacBook as he clicked the email, and began typing, “Hi Eric, I saw your ad on Facebook, and I’d really like your help. I’m a skinny, anxious 20 year old guy. I really want to be more confident around people, and start working out, maybe going to the gym, so I can get bigger. I know you’re probably too busy, but if you can help, I’d be so grateful. Kind regards, Zach.”

By the time the reply arrived, Zach had forgotten all about sending the email in the first place. But, there it was, plain as day, “Hi Zach, great to hear from you. You definitely sound like someone who could use a bit of help right now. I remember being in the same situation as you. Nervous, awkward, I could never find the time to go to the gym, or the confidence to work out in front of other people. So, I know what you’re going through. If you’re still up for it, I’d be happy to meet you on Wednesday at 4 PM at my place to discuss your options. All for free, just like in the advert, while I gain experience as a PT.” Shit! What the hell was Zach going to do now? Three days ago when he sent the email sure, he was up for it then. But, now, here was this guy he didn’t know, could be anyone, inviting him to meet up tomorrow afternoon. And what with these “advanced techniques” that Eric was on about in his ad? Sure, if he could help it would be worth it but… Zach just didn’t know what to do.

1. The First Time.

Zach didn’t know what he’d been expecting but there was no denying it, Eric was hot. Easily 6’5” tall, and built like a cross between a rugby player and a bodybuilder. Across the kitchen table, Zach could see bushy chest hair poking out of the V-neck of Eric’s T-shirt, and even a few dark hairs atop his bare feet and toes. “How did you get so, erm… well, muscular?”

“A few years ago, I found out about hypnosis. There was a video on YouTube, it really changed my life. I was able to transform my mind and be able to work out, find the time for the gym, and feel confident. Maybe I could do the same to you? We can start immediately, if you’re up for it?” Eric looked at Zach expectantly, pulling a chair out into the centre of the room.

Zach’s voice shaking, “I guess,” then, more firmly, “yes, yes I’m ready.”

Eric smiled, “All right then.” Eric indicated the chair, “Grab a seat here, and we’ll crack on.” Zach got up, nervously shifting in the chair, trying to get comfortable. “Sit up straight, feet on the floor, hands in your lap.” Zach followed the instructions of the hot, muscular, hairy trainer stood in front of him. “Good lad,” Zach thought he could just make out Eric smirking.

“All right, what now?” Zac looked up at Eric, curiously, as he stood in front of him.

“All you need to do is relax. Take deep breaths, in and out, and just listen closely…”

Eric was a skilled hypnotist. As he talked, Zach felt himself relaxing deeper and deeper as Eric’s voice guided him through everything. Taking him all the way down. Over time, Eric’s words started to fade as Zach’s eyes began to sink as his mind floated up and his body sank down, deeper and deeper into trance. Deeper and deeper, deeper than ever before.

And, Eric kept taking him deeper, all the way down, until Zach was all the way in a deep trance, limp, leaning over. Then the suggestions, Eric telling Zach that he can work out, he can be confident around other people, and he will have no trouble working out around others. That he will enjoy working out around others. Working out makes him feel good. He feels strong when he works out. He grows when he works out. It is right to work out. He is passionate about working out.

As Eric continued to reinforce these ideas into Zach’s mind, so they became part of him. They became Zach’s mind and thoughts, his beliefs and emotions. As he was about to wake Zach up, Eric noticed a little tent in his jeans and, with this, he gave one final command, one final suggestion; that every week, on the same day, at the same time, Zach would come to his house and, upon entry, fall down into this deep trance. Deeper than ever before…

Part Two... coming soon.