I wasnt sure where to post this question so open conversation seemed to be a logical place to start. Basically i am interested in starting to train for figure comps. I have lost a lot of weight on my own and gained a significant amount of muscle. however i think that having a person with previous experience in the area could help me reach my goals a lot faster. I am curious as to what everybodys opinion is on getting a trainer to get me ready for a show. Are they necessary? If so, where do you go about finding one? I have tried to do a lot of research on my own but i always just come up with personal trainers which is obviously different. I have tried going to different gyms to see if any of the trainers have done shows and from there i could just attach myself to their leg and never let go : )

Thanks for the advice guys and if there is a better place to post this question let me know.