Get the Basics... Consciously choose to make exercise a priority. Having a routine or checklist for the day will help you stay on track. Combine fitness with family; your children will follow your example. Having a baby is hard. From pregnancy to delivery to...
Get the Basics... The number of hours spent isn’t as important as deliberate practice. String baby steps together to reach your big-picture goals. A core component of deliberate practice is seeking immediate feedback. Anders Ericsson has written an excellent...
Get the Basics... Personal training contracts spell out terms, conditions, and costs of sessions. Professionally composed contracts benefit both the trainer and the client. Contracts should not serve as a substitute for separate injury/liability waivers. Personal...
Get the Basics... A personal trainer can help clients build the capacity to train, even if they have back pain. After a thorough assessment, a personal trainer can identify what is causing the client’s pain, such as posture, offending motions, and other variables....
Get the Basics... Each company that certifies personal trainers decides their own requirements to become a personal trainer. Most organizations set their minimum age at 18 years old. There’s no maximum age to become a trainer. Not all organizations have a...
Get the Basics... Online personal training is an economical alternative to in-person sessions. Many online training programs focus on bodyweight exercises. You are able to track your progress through your online portal. After you decide to hire a personal trainer,...