Establishing rapport is the first step towards developing successful and sustainable relationships with fitness clients. Rapport indicates a mutual trust and respect is present within [...]
For every year you're in the fitness industry there's another typical client profile you will have assessed and categorized in the back of your trainer [...]
Whether we want it to or not, gender preference often plays a role when choosing a personal trainer. Unfortunately, this can come at the expense [...]
We've all been there--your client does something he or she finds embarrassing and you must handle the moment with grace and aplomb. If you are [...]
Our fitness clients frequently have negative thoughts about body image, performance or even self-worth that may often even manifest in negative words spoken. As personal [...]
"Gym-timidation" is a real phenomenon and occurs when a client feels uncomfortable in the gym, intensifying any personal insecurities. First-time exercisers may also feel uncomfortable [...]
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness month, I thought I would marry my background in psychology with my experience as a personal trainer to address [...]
Coaches working with young athletes can strongly influence whether or not the child’s future gets monopolized by training and competing, literally defining his or her [...]
At some point, almost every client may use the excuse "I don't have time for exercise," and every fitness professional should be prepared to handle [...]
Forming a strong community bond with and between your clients and neighbors can help reinforce your fitness brand and strengthen your business presence. Here are [...]
