Give it a few sessions and clients will inevitably ask questions pertaining to nutrition. And rightfully so, as nutrition is an important factor for fat loss, muscle building, and general health. As a certified personal trainer, you are seen as the expert source for questions such as… Have you heard of the Keto diet? IsContinue reading “What Nutrition Advice Can A Personal Trainer Give?”
The TRX leg curl is one of the most beneficial exercises you can do for the posterior chain, and it is an easily accessible exercise for beginner clients. Now don’t confuse easily accessible for easy because they are by no means that. If you have never used TRX straps before, these may catch you byContinue reading “TRX Leg Curl”
The good morning exercise is one of the best exercises for strengthening the primary muscles which include the posterior chain muscle groups including the lower back muscles, erector spinae, hamstrings and glutes, and the secondary muscles which are the upper back and core. It also is a great exercise for improving hip-hinging movements. WhileContinue reading “Good Morning Exercise”
When it comes to building lower body strength the most common exercises we think of are squats and lunges. There are several lunge variations but here we are going to focus on the reverse lunge. There are so many incredible benefits to lunges, that everyone from someone starting out on their fitness journey to eliteContinue reading “Reverse Lunge”
Bosu Ball Training The bosu ball is one of the most versatile pieces of training equipment that can be found in gyms or easily storable for an at home workout. Personal trainers often use the bosu ball to challenge their clients’ stability and keep training fun. The bosu ball is similar to a swiss ball,Continue reading “BOSU Ball Training”
What Is Mental Toughness: Skills For Sport And Exercise. You may have heard the term before, but exactly what is mental toughness and how does it translate into what we do? Broadly speaking, mental toughness is the refinement of skills that allows you to be resilient and confident, direct and control your focus, optimize stressContinue reading “What Is Mental Toughness”
How To Make Exercise A Habit If you’re new to exercise or you want to help others achieve their fitness goals, then you need to know how to make exercise a habit. For some people, skipping a workout isn’t an option. In fact, daily exercise is more than just a habit, it’s a way ofContinue reading “How To Make Exercise A Habit”
One professional way to record client personal training sessions is by using SOAP notes for fitness progress. SOAP notes are common among healthcare providers.
When it comes to fitness equipment, battle ropes may be the most underrated tool in a personal trainer’s arsenal of equipment. The ropes may look intimidating but in reality they are a simple tool that offers a huge list of benefits! Some of the most common questions about battle ropes include:
A drop squat is a squat variation exercise that emphasizes a deep squat, bringing the body low to the ground. Most people perform this exercise wrong, however. Incorrect drop squat form can lead to knee pain or even injury.
The first step as a fitness professional is knowing the different types of personal training clients. This way you can determine who your ideal client is.
It can be tough to know what online personal training prices should be. In fact, the cost for these services can range from $30 a session to $150 per session.
Knowing how to get more online clients is key as a virtual trainer. Since your personal training business runs online, the best way to promote it will be through SEO, email marketing, and social media.
If you’re looking for fitness challenge ideas, start by knowing a good fitness challenge is one that has a clear starting and ending point with reliable tracking methods.
An online fitness challenge mutually helps a personal trainer, client, and prospective client. Especially for owners of an online personal training business, it’s a must.
Great online trainers know the best at-home exercises. This is because an online personal trainer needs to make sure they can get their clients into shape no matter what.
Knowing the anatomy of a push up is important to get the proper pushup form. The push up is a staple exercise that targets the pectoralis major, anterior deltoid, triceps bracihii, and serratus anterior.
Knowing how to properly do a lunge is important for all fitness goals. A lunge exercise improves strength, burns calories, and is important for overall function.