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Having had some personal training sessions with someone who was happy to push us but allow for my injuries (rotten legs) and it seemed to work quite well.

I then when to a gym and the owner seemed indifferent that the first session hurt so much that I didn’t sleep for 4 days without prescription painkillers.

Is anybody surprised that I didn’t join after the trial membership?

I then had a conversation with a regular gym goer that I work with who seemed to think that it was unreasonable to expect an exercise program that is unlikely to aggravate existing injuries and the you should just stop if it might upset an injury you have.

I suppose ideally you would be honest with the trainer.

But is it reasonable to expect the trainer to be cautious and be aware that certain exercises may aggravate any injuries or chronic problems you may have?

The trainer should have an idea of what exercises may aggravate the injury,and should avoid them. You may still aggravate the injury though, butt he most important thing is that you communicate with the trainer. He can not feel your pain, so if you feel that your pain is increasing then you need to let them know. Also describe the pain, as a sharp stabbing pain is quite different to a slight twinge.

Best bet is to shop around.

Ray