The role of a personal trainer goes far beyond the gym floor. Clients often take for granted how much energy and behind-the-scenes work a trainer does during a typical workout until the trainer isn’t there, and they have to do it themselves. Many clients in that situation complain they get tired just loading and unloading…
Today we’re going to look at ten essential rules that can take your personal training game to the next level. These guidelines will not only ensure the safety and satisfaction of your clients but also boost your own success as a fitness professional. So, let’s get down to business and explore these key principles that…
Hard work pays off! Check out these results… What a great story! If you’re ready to make a change, don’t wait any longer. Hire a professional and do it right!
I noticed this on my walk the other day… If you’re an experienced trainer, you don’t need to advertise your services. Your clients will do it for you! What you need is The Business of Personal Training – it’s available as an e-book or webinar – and put into action the 20 principles that are…
This pandemic has decimated many businesses and personal training is no exception. One organization indicated that over 50% of their members have been out of work and 15% are contemplating a career change. The ones that remain are working at a reduced capacity. Online training has become popular and although virtual sessions may work for…
At one point in my career, I was training as many as 12 to 13 people a day, 6 days a week, and doing paperwork on the 7th day. Keep in mind, these were primarily 60-minute, one-on-one sessions. I was going practically non-stop. My wife said that I was even training people in my sleep!…
It’s that time of year again when personal trainers spend hours crafting new programs for their clients. I usually set aside an entire day just for this task. To give you an idea of the thought process involved in designing an effective training plan, check out this video: Want to go deeper?👉 Continue watching Part…
Now it’s Barb’s turn to train upper body while Terry works his lower body. Strategic program design allows both of them to push hard in the same session, with individualized focus — a win-win approach for any couple looking to stay strong and healthy together.
While Terry focuses on upper-body strength, Barb targets her lower body with personalized training that suits her needs and past injuries. This is a great example of how couples with different goals and histories can still train together effectively — without compromising their progress.
Meet Barb and Terry. This husband-and-wife duo began training with me in November of 2017. Despite having different health histories and training goals, they wanted to work out together. So, I designed a program that addressed their individual needs while allowing them to train side by side. How did I do it? Learn the thought…