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Facts and Fallacies of Fat Loss
May 8, 2018by Brad Schoenfeld, PhD , CSCS, CSPS, FNSCA
Brad Schoenfeld discusses what personal trainers can do to help their clients with weight loss in this session from the NSCA’s 2016 Personal Trainers Conference. Learn about the facts and fallacies of weight loss, as well as what really works.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design
Teaching Focus: A Personal Perspective
June 11, 2018by Johnny Gillespie, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
The constant presence of technology can train the mind to be in a constant state of reactivity and unease. Personal trainers can help their clients improve performance by teaching them how to focus.
Personal trainers Exercise Science
Independent Contractor Versus Employee—Are You Reporting Accordingly?
April 11, 2018by Robert C. Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RCPT*D, FNSCA
Little information is available for personal trainers in regards to differentiating the requirements and responsibilities of working as an employee or an independent contractor. Personal trainers and gym owners would benefit from understanding professional guidelines, details, and general knowledge of these two options.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration
Exercise Choice: A New Approach to Speed Up and Optimize Exercise Selection
August 27, 2018by DR Andrew J. Galpin, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA
In this session from the NSCA’s 2017 Personal Trainers Conference, Andy Galpin teaches a unique approach to exercise selection that reduces programming time while allowing the selection to be individualized based on client needs.
Personal trainers Coaches Program design
Hybrid Bodyweight Training
September 4, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT
Nick Tumminello spoke at the NSCA's 2013 Personal Trainer Conference on how to develop a bodyweight training program.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design
Helping Motivate Clients—Applications of the Self-Determination Theory
April 8, 2018by Brook L. Skidmore, MS, CSCS
This article provides practical suggestions that personal trainers can use to help their clients become and stay motivated to stick with their exercise routines.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment
Developing the Knowledge Base for the Certified Personal Trainer
April 12, 2018by Robert C. Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RCPT*D, FNSCA
With each experience of training a new client comes an opportunity to research, consult, and learn something new. The career-driven personal trainer will learn from their mistakes, build on their successes, and utilize their knowledge base with each new client they encounter.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Professional Development
Hospitality in Fitness – Part I – Improving Client Satisfaction in Group Fitness Training
August 19, 2025by Cody McDermott, CSCS
This Personal Training Quarterly article shares hospitalitydriven approaches to help personal trainers build connections with clients. Visit NSCA online to read more on fitness, hospitality and health news.
Personal trainers Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development
Trainer Tips: Get the Most from your Session
May 24, 2018
Trainer Tips are infographics designed to help you, an NSCA professional, educate clients and promote your services. These member-only resources can be used for client education, motivation, and promotion.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique
The Components that Make a Trainer Successful
April 6, 2018by Robert C. Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RCPT*D, FNSCA
High standards improve the quality of professionals working within the fitness industry. This article provides steps that may help to increase income for personal trainers.
Personal trainers Professional Development
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