Really thankful for one of the personal trainers at the Y. Today he was kind enough to take this video and then give me some feedback on how well my scapula are performing during close grip pull ups.
People sometimes ask me if a personal trainer is absolutely needed. They are not required as long as you have sufficient motivation to make exercise regular and a willingness to actually get the work done. They can be expensive and aren't always right for some. I've learned that if I don't know how to use a certain piece of equipment or if I want to know if I'm doing an exercise correctly, I can always ask the staff to show me and they are happy to help. I've also learned that once you're a "gym guy," other gym guys will give you ideas and help when asked.
But in the end, it's all going to be up to you. If you hold yourself accountable, routinely perform your exercises, and research on Youtube the things you don't know, you're gonna create that lifestyle for yourself.
Have a wonderful day!