Aerobic exercise is an integral part of every personal trainer’s programming prescription for an apparently health individual. But how much aerobic- in relation to resistance training depends in large part on each client’s current condition and his or her fitness goals.
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FX-Sport have brought to the market, a completely new way for personal trainers to train their clients remotely. They are also giving a limited…
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Connective tissue is the most widespread and abundant type of tissue in the human body. Connective tissue that is well vascularized is far less likely to tear or rupture under extreme stress – a desirable characteristic when performing any kind of physical activity.
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Motility Training is accessible nutrition and fitness through what more and more individuals are accustomed to using: their mobile phone. The Motility Training mobile platform…
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Fats serve many purposes in the body including insulation against ambient temperature, cushioning in and around the joints, hormone production, and, yes, as a source of fuel.
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I’ve spoken to many personal trainers and many say they jumped into the personal training business for the simple reason that they enjoy fitness. And, they want to share their passion of helping others live healthier lives. In fact, many trainers don’t start off thinking of personal training as a long-range business opportunity.
But, then there could come a time when you become tired of working for someone else – when you see potential in branching out on your own. So, what do you need to do first? Start thinking with a business mind- a marketing mind.
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During my more than 25 years as a professional Trainer I have been approached uncountable times by newbie personal trainers wanting to know how they…
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In 1983, Bill McGinnis suffered a knee injury while skiing. The doctors gave him a clean bill of health. But, three short years later he was rear-ended on his mail route. His knee felt the brunt of the accident. Doctors said he would never walk again without a cane.
Nineteen surgeries later, the last surgery ending with a knee replacement in 1999, Bill is unstoppable – mentally and physically. And, as a NFPT Master Trainer he shares his journey to inspire others to never quit.
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The day-to-day of building a new client base can be daunting. Chances are you’ve blindly thrown out a few lines hoping to get a bite.…
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Personal training and passion are not mutually exclusive. Bill McGinnis recently wrote, “If you can’t talk to people – you may need to find a…
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Your job is to encourage clients to live healthier lives through fitness and nutrition. And, that should extend beyond the gym. Fitness is a lifestyle—it’s full time. Not just a one-hour session, three times a week. While you can’t be with your clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you can give them the tools they need to stay active and healthy when you aren’t around.
Bike week is one of those tools you can give your clients. Since they are coming to you, it means they already have an interest in physical fitness. So, it shouldn’t be a huge challenge to encourage them to try something new. Although, don’t be surprised if you’re met with some resistance.
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