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Even so, make sure you check out the child care facility and staff with the same scrutiny you'd apply to a full-time day care center. At a minimum, the staff must be certified for in- fant and child CPR training. Ask about fire, emergency, and security pro- cedures. Are staff required to have background checks? How often are toys and equipment cleaned? Ask about the sickness policy. Get the answers you need to have peace of mind that your children will be safe and happy while you're taking some time for your own health and happiness. • Orientation tours: Some clubs offer free orientation tours to show new members how to use the equipment. Make sure the advice comes from a certified personal trainer--not the receptionist. • Personal training programs: Many clubs offer one-on-one sessions with a personal trainer as an additional service. Working with a personal trainer is a great way to stay motivated and focused during your workout. Most clubs offer a complimentary training session and fitness evaluation to entice you to sign up for a series of personal training sessions. Others also throw in nutritional supplements and high-energy bars. But those incen- tives won't matter if you don't choose the right personal trainer for you. And that leads us to . . . HOW TO CHOOSE A PERSONAL TRAINER Health clubs are overflowing with free advice from well-meaning mem- bers. The problem is that much of it is misguided or just plain wrong. It can also be dangerous. Push yourself too hard on a treadmill, lift too much weight, or use bad form, and you're bound to hurt yourself. Learning how to exercise safely and efficiently is a good reason for work- ing with a personal trainer. Hiring a personal trainer also makes sense if: • You want to stay motivated and focused. • You want a fitness routine customized to help you reach your health goals. These days, a lot of people are calling themselves personal trainers. The hard part is choosing a personal trainer who's right for you. Here are some tips and criteria to keep in mind: • Credentials: There was a time when all you needed to call yourself a personal trainer was a good body and a business card. Today, professional personal trainers are certified by nationally recognized fitness organiza- tions. Look for credentials from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Council on Exercise, the Institute for Aerobics Re- search, or the National Strength and Conditioning Association. • Educational background: Want to work with a trainer who is com- mitted to his or her profession? One indication is a bachelor's degree in health or exercise science. You also want someone who keeps up to date on fitness training and health information. Ask prospective trainers if they subscribe to any professional journals or attend continuing education classes or seminars. • CPR aid training: If something goes wrong during your work- out, can your trainer do more for you than dial 911? • Personality: You are hiring a personal trainer to give you the motiva- tion and information you need to benefit from a fitness routine.