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Training Considerations for People with Disabilities
April 11, 2018by Nicholas Maruca, CSCS
Most people suffer from some degree of injury, illness, or disease at some point. As a result, there is a need for strength and conditioning professionals who can develop effective exercise programs for people with disabilities.
Personal trainers Program design
Low Back Pain—Is Motor Control Exercise Superior to General Exercise? A Review of the Research
April 11, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT
This article provides an overview of the scientific evidence comparing specific motor control exercise intervention to using a more general exercise approach, and concludes by discussing the practical implications for strength and conditioning professionals from an exercise programming perspective.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design
Resistance Exercise Programming—A Mixed-Training Approach
April 11, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT
Olympic-style lifting, functional training, powerlifting, and bodybuilding should all be considered when designing a program to improve general health, fitness, and functional capacity.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design
Avoiding Liability as a Fitness Professional
April 10, 2018by Lemar Moore
Unfortunately, injuries do occur during exercise, and the legal implications that follow them can be quite significant. Taking small, reasonable precautions at the onset of a new personal trainer-client relationship can stave off significant problems down the road.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Legal Issues
Strength Training and Endurance Athletes
April 10, 2018by Marc Theron Lewis, MS, CSCS, TSAC-F
High-intensity strength training paired with explosive, high-velocity movements is suggested to enhance endurance performance. It is recommended that a practical approach be taken when implementing this model of strength training, which would involve a thorough preparatory period.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design
Professional Paperwork and More—Suggestions for Protecting Yourself as a Certified Personal Trainer
April 12, 2018by Robert C. Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RCPT*D, FNSCA
Every client should participate in a 20 – 30 min initial interview and consultation prior to participating in any physical activity. This process allows the personal trainer and client time to complete the strategy session form, physical activity readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q), professional liability form, and trainer-client agreement.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Client Consultation|Assessment
Examining the Efficacy of Common Fitness and Movement Tests—Personal Perspective
June 20, 2018by Lee Boyce
In the push for personal training sales, many gyms will use assessment protocols as a way to prove to clients that they can indeed benefit from personal training. This article examines the merits behind this concept.
Personal trainers Program design Testing and Evaluation
How to Promote and Sell Multiple Personal Training Options with Layered Pricing
April 10, 2018by Douglas O. Sheppard, NSCA-CPT,*D
One the fastest growing trends in the fitness industry over recent years has been the increase of personal training studios. Learn how to identify the varied services that can be offered at the personal training studio, and how to promote and sell in a layered pricing format.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration
The Importance of the Initial Interview—Establishing Credibility Quickly with a New Potential Client
April 12, 2018by Robert C. Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RCPT*D, FNSCA
The initial interview is the starting point for the client-trainer relationship and sets the tone for the emotional connection and the development of trust and value for a long-lasting professional relationship.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Professional Development
Commitment to the Profession - Time to Step Up or Step Out
April 12, 2018by Robert C. Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, RCPT*D, FNSCA
Professional standards can differ from gym-to-gym, studio-to-studio, and personal trainer-to-personal trainer, but all professional personal trainers can benefit from focusing on specific goals.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Professional Development
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